The Defiant Power of the Human Spirit
A Post-Election Reflection On Moving Forward
Preface
I almost didn’t post this.
Since the election, I’ve found myself writing down some reflections, in an attempt to clear my mind and gain perspective.
Mostly it has been a personal exercise, but I thought perhaps I could stitch together my disparate thoughts into something worth sharing.
But by the time I . . .
The Jam Strategy
Before she died, my Nana wrote a memoir.
A true love labor, she spent months crafting her stories, working with a local writer to hone the tone of each memory. It was a work for end of life. For reflection. And for sharing of wisdom.
When she finished, she wanted it printed. A small run for friends and family.
She asked her . . .
Ask. Be Specific. Be Quiet.
I was listening to Ezra Klein interview lobbyist Tony Podesta.
Ezra asked Tony to share advice with people who wanted to lobby their congressperson or advocate for their cause. Tony's advice:
"Don't forget to make sure they know what you want. You've got to make an ask."
This sounds so . . .
Repeat, Repeat, Repeat
As a leader, you have to repeat yourself a lot.
As a leader, you have to repeat yourself a lot.
See what I did there?
If you're not used to repetition, it can feel strange.
But do not fear the repetition!
Often, it takes 3, 4, 8, 10, 20 times before a message begins to resonate with the people you are trying to . . .