Category Archives: Blog
I Had to Trust the Process
When I lived in Washington, D.C., I used to love running through the National Zoo or Rock Creek Park. I ran a little less often when I moved to Denver in 2012, but I could do it. When I moved … Continue reading
When Is the Last Time You Fired Your Gun?
I had to have my tonsils removed in 2019. Having heard from many people about the horrific recovery as an adult, I asked around for some strong referrals for a surgeon. I spoke with one highly recommended doctor who shared … Continue reading
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Tagged firearm injury prevention, firearms, practice, responsible, training
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My Camp Had Been Invaded!
I read about mountain gorillas in Michael Crichton’s book, Travels. After reading about his experience, I decided that I wanted to go see them myself. I went on this journey in early 2011 and there were only about 785 mountain … Continue reading
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Tagged accept yourself, invasion, know yourself, love yourself, mountain gorillas, travel, uganda
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A Public Apology
I’ve always prided myself on doing what I said I would do. I’m not one to make statements lightly. Whether it’s saying that I’ll connect two people who would benefit from knowing each other or promising to send some helpful … Continue reading
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Tagged apology, follow through, friendsandfamily, getting it done, patience, reconnecting
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Here’s Why You Should Trust the Concierge
After a late night arrival, I woke up feeling relatively refreshed in the inner city of Nairobi. I had a few hours before I was taking another, short flight to go on safari. When I travel, I’m always eager to … Continue reading
What Makes a Selfless Leader?
Leadership. I’ve been reflecting on it. And what it means to be a selfless leader. There are a few characteristics that come to mind when I think about selfless leaders: Foster learning and growth. Creating a positive and curious environment … Continue reading
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Tagged charitable assumptions, feedback, focus, growth, learning, positive culture, prioritize, selfless leader
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Business Lessons from the Nile River
“Is that a crocodile???” I was getting ready to go white water rafting at the source of the Nile River in Uganda. It was one of those things that you have to do just because you are there. And I … Continue reading
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Tagged business, communication, crocodiles, fear, nile river, preparation, risk averse, swimming, uganda
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Self-care is common sense. Here’s what happens when you don’t do it.
I remember exactly where I was when I reached my breaking point. When the dam of feelings I had been holding back finally cracked and there was no way to stuff them back into the reservoir from which they had … Continue reading
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Tagged community, compassion, healing, public, self-care
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Can You Successfully Navigate Conflict Among Stakeholders? It Depends on How You Define Success.
When I was asked to facilitate the Crisis Steering Committee in 2018 that was convened to provide recommendations to the Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS) on how to improve and enhance the State’s behavioral health crisis system, the first … Continue reading
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Tagged concepts, conflict, consensus, facilitate, meetings, recommendations, stakeholders, success
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