About Remembrance
Eighteen years later, we think terror attacks are a world away, but we face very real pain, hurt, and anger as we continue to read news on persisting racial tensions, bullying, sexual assault, and mass murders. Do we avoid confronting and responding to these important issues because they do not directly affect us? Because if it happens to one, it happens to us all.
Human Leadership
Human leadership is about putting people first. Making the needs of individuals more important than the organization knowing that once people feel secure, they will put the needs of the organization first. In one word, human leadership is loyalty. Loyalty is not one-sided. Loyalty requires participation. Whether in organizations or in government positions, we cannot expect understanding if we are unwilling to understand. We cannot emphasize the needs of some when we ignore the needs of others.
Chasing Passion Over Profession
Every successful organization or institution is a result of its ability to positively affect other peoples’ lives through its products and services. The physical work is not as important as the fulfillment we receive as a result of our efforts. We invest our time and energy because we believe that our impact reaches beyond day-to-day operations.
A Few Good Leaders
Recently, in the news, several higher education institutions have come under scrutiny accused of fraudulent marketing and business practices; however, the real issue is neither of those, it is a lack of authenticity. There is a reality, risk, and reward to being authentic.
Dangers of Disunity
Our power is in our voice. Our strength is in our diversity. Our future is dependent on caring for people.