I moved into a new neighborhood. I thought I was moving into a new house. As with most changes, this one was fraught with anticipation, concern, comparisons to what I left behind and the ideal that no actual house will … Read More
Musings
Musings
I intend to share ideas about processes that support the effective functioning of justice seeking organizations. As an Organization Development consultant, I focus on how organizations function and how departments, programs, and/or people work together to best effect. I explore how people engage or only partially engage with each other and the resulting impact on social change. Because I’m also committed to the issues that my clients work on, I’ll discuss current events, justice, and implications of news stories or community events. And, as a colleague to other OD consultants, I hope to spark conversations among those of us working to advance racial justice and social change through coaching, organizational design, and leadership development. I share my musings in the hopes that they support learning and, therefore, change.
Small Changes, Big Differences
I’d been feeling swamped and adrift with too much to do and not a clear sense of accomplishment. I know I’m not alone. I know too many leaders who feel they are the ball in the pinball machine. What to … Read More
Happy Valentine’s Day
Happy Valentine’s Day Do you, like so many people and organizations, wait for things to be good—however you define it—before you’ll share love in the form of appreciation, kudos, encouragement, generosity, a smile, or even your time? Do you believe … Read More