Essays on creative leadership,
culture, and the human side of work.
Published weekly, with an original illustration. Two series: Becoming and Advisory Notes.
Although I’ve been in the communication game for quite a while, actually focusing on writing is new to me. Writing well is important. I knew this, of course, but for years felt very insecure about my writing. So I had others write for me, or I had others heavily edit my writing. I was always…
It’s all about becoming a better writer. A more compelling writer. Tapping into your best, to become better. A series of short exercises, linked together with warmth and kindness. Longer exercises that helped us think deeply. Collaboration that allowed us to tap into the best of ourselves and each other. All in a matter of…
“Teddy, could you tell me a story?” Kenny had just joined me in foster care. It was nice to have company, but he couldn’t sleep and had been crying. I must have been 8. I made up a story, and Kenny drifted off. After taking the Dark Angels course, I came to realize that I’ve…
From the press release… DE ANZA III, BALLARD, 14-16 JUNE 2019 This year the acclaimed international writing program, Dark Angels, bring their unique three-day American Foundation Course to the Seattle waterways. We invite you to join us! THE COURSE Dark Angels is about how to bring energy, personality, imagination and, above all, powerful human connection…