I had a stroke two years ago, my memory's not so good. When I get down I simply sing...And with that I was introduced to the remarkable, resilient woman that is Mrs. Bella Kelly.I met Bella while working in a tiny Northern Ontario community where she's currently living, though she originally … [Read more...] about Can you sum up resilience in a song? Bella can – listen up.
29 ways to stay creative … when you're training (part 2 of 3)
I came across this great video (see below) from Tofu Design called 29 ways to stay creative. I really like the title because it assumes you and me are creative to start with, which is my mantra. Creativity is in our DNA - some of us just have to dig deeper for it if we've been discouraged from … [Read more...] about 29 ways to stay creative … when you're training (part 2 of 3)
29 ways to stay creative … when you're training (part 1 of 3)
I came across this great video from Tofu Design called 29 ways to stay creative. The title caught my eye - particularly the word stay as it assumes you and me are creative to start with, which I firmly believe.You can view the video below. I've added to each point to emphasize how you can stay … [Read more...] about 29 ways to stay creative … when you're training (part 1 of 3)
Jessica Fraser, co-founder, Mobile Movement, on innovation.
I recently co-hosted AIESEC's Youth to Business Forum where 500 delegates came from 110 countries to engage, inspire and take action on three tracks: innovation, corporate responsibility and leadership.My last two posts talked about wise words from AIESEC speakers Chris Weeks, Director for … [Read more...] about Jessica Fraser, co-founder, Mobile Movement, on innovation.
Chris Weeks, DHL's Director of Humanitarian Affairs, on corporate responsibility
Recently I co-hosted AIESEC's Youth to Business Forum where 500 delegates came from 110 countries to engage, inspire and take action on three tracks: innovation, corporate responsibility and leadership. That's my co-host Krishnan Ananthakrishnan, from UNHABITAT, and I above.It was a real honour … [Read more...] about Chris Weeks, DHL's Director of Humanitarian Affairs, on corporate responsibility
‘Engage and develop every young person in the world’ – how about that for an audacious B.H.A.G.
Yesterday I was honoured to co-host AIESEC’s Youth to Business Global Forum in Nairobi, Kenya. Being on stage in front of 500 delegates from 110 countries was energizing, inspiring and simply all round fantabulous!Wish you could have been there? Check out their site for recorded videos of … [Read more...] about ‘Engage and develop every young person in the world’ – how about that for an audacious B.H.A.G.
My Kenyan deep dive into delight- part 3 of 3 Learning Kenyan style
I wholeheartedly identify with the little goldfish above. It was time for adventure, for embracing something bigger. So what did I do?I moved to Kenya naturally, to continue and expand on my training and development work. This is the third in series of posts, with four more things I've been … [Read more...] about My Kenyan deep dive into delight- part 3 of 3 Learning Kenyan style
I've unlocked a universal truth … shoes take up as much space as you allow them (4 more learnings about life in Kenya)
At home in Canada, what with our narrow entrance way, I was always after my kids and their friends to keep their shoes to the sides. But no, inevitably the shoes would end up smack in the middle of the entrance way. I lost count of how many times I tripped over them.Now in my new home, Kenya, it … [Read more...] about I've unlocked a universal truth … shoes take up as much space as you allow them (4 more learnings about life in Kenya)
There’s a 6 foot long green snake living in my banana tree
There’s a 6 foot long green snake living in the banana tree in my yard.So said my ‘friend’ Roman the other day while we were out walking the dogs. Trying not to faint, with eyebrows askance, I said ‘Really?’ ‘Sure,’ he says, ‘but don’t worry it’s utterly harmless.’I was pretty sure he was … [Read more...] about There’s a 6 foot long green snake living in my banana tree
And my big announcement is ….
I've packed my bags.I've changed my postal code.I've rerouted my mail.I've relocated.I'm in for a massive adventure. Join me?I've moved to Kenya for a year. Yup, Kenya. The home of the Masai people (pictured above) is my new home.There will be lots of new learning adventures and more … [Read more...] about And my big announcement is ….
What's more complicated – flying a plane or juggling three TV remotes?
A while back I was on vacation, alone (temporarily) in rented digs. I had satellite television. Three unusual happenstance.I grabbed the remote eagerly and started searching for a good show to watch. I searched. I floundered.I can't turn the TV on. So I change tactics and switch remotes.Three … [Read more...] about What's more complicated – flying a plane or juggling three TV remotes?
… speaking of cross cultural communications, check out these eyebrows
Did you catch my cross cultural communications contest - Do First Nations people look you in the eye? More cultural lessons for training & development? If you didn't see it, check it out.And if you want a look at the contest answer check out this post ...... Do First Nations people look you … [Read more...] about … speaking of cross cultural communications, check out these eyebrows
