Notes from the trail

I write about growth, clarity and leadership. Short reflections to help you pause, reset and move forward with greater intention.

Light of Dawn
Leadership

Light of Dawn

When everything feels darkest, stay with the journey. Strength is forged in the furnace and hope returns with each step forward. Keep going until the light of dawn appears and renews your resolve.

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Back to University
E-Learning

Back to University – Thanks to MOOC

I just enrolled for a MOOC at the University of Virginia with 83,000 classmates. It reflects how online courses are reshaping higher education. With no fees, no travel, and unlimited reach, MOOCs make global classrooms accessible to all.

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2012 In Six Words
Leadership

2012 ~ In Six Words

The “Six-Word Memoirs” series is a powerful reminder of how a handful of words can hold entire stories. The idea sparked a look back at 2012 through six-word moments that reflect challenge, inspiration and gratitude.

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Raze The Old To Raise The New
Leadership

Raze The Old To Raise The New

Change feels threatening because the mind clings to the familiar, even when it no longer serves us. True progress begins when we find the courage to leave our comfortable discomfort behind and rebuild our future from the ground up.

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Visual Goal Setting
Innovation

Visual Goal Setting

As someone who thinks visually, I’ve always set my goals using images, charts and diagrams. Recently I tried a visual goal management tool called Goalscape and was instantly drawn to its simplicity and impact. It is a compelling option for

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Ferrari Commits Hara-Kiri
Brand Building

Ferrari Commits Hara-Kiri

Ferrari’s decision to race with Italian navy flags at the Indian Grand Prix sparked outrage. By aligning with marines on trial for killing Indian fishermen, the brand risks appearing insensitive and causing self-inflicted reputational damage.

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