The moment of change is when one commits. It was a Friday when Robert was asked to assume the role of President on the following Monday. After meeting with him and having the privilege to talk for two hours, I feel certain Robert accepted the challenge without hesitation. In that moment, this college in the [...]
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It Begins with Commitment
Posted in Ch. 1: Impact, tagged Commitment, Story, Storytelling on June 3, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
You’ve Only Just Begun
Posted in Ch. 1: Impact, tagged 21st Century, Change, Individual, Transition on May 22, 2010 | 2 Comments »
Sometimes a new beginning sneaks up on us. Under the illusion of control, we too often believe that something ends and something new begins; that there is an instant bridge between the two. William Bridges taught me about managing transitions. Even when a new beginning clearly appears nestled against the ending, it may not be [...]
Impact
Posted in Ch. 1: Impact, tagged Individual, Reach, Story on May 17, 2010 | 1 Comment »
“From the depths of experience, the stream is a beloved storyteller. Wading in the stream’s presence I am restored in my own story.” -The Stream as Force; Chapter One: Impact Impact is the living measure. In the 21st Century, individual impact is the sustainable reach of your leadership; the story of your reach that balances [...]