Pain, in its many forms, is one of life’s few certainties. It can come crashing in like a tidal wave or seep in quietly like a shadow. Yet, the way we respond to it - how we navigate the moments when it feels overwhelming - defines not just how we heal but also how we grow. For many, the instinct is … [Read more...]
The Contract of Leadership: Promises That Define Us
Leadership isn’t a title; it’s a contract. It is a promise you make - not once but continuously - to those who trust you with their ambitions, challenges, and potential. These promises are neither fleeting gestures nor aspirational platitudes. They are commitments, rooted in action and clarity, that … [Read more...]
The Echo of Silence: Mastering the Art of Strategic Stillness
In a world brimming with noise, where words flow like an unending torrent and urgency has become the hallmark of relevance, silence stands as a profound and often underestimated force. The ability to pause, to deliberately choose stillness over speech, is not merely a skill but an art - an art that … [Read more...]
The Daily Joys That Outlast Annual Rewards: A Reflection on Leadership and Culture
Four years into leading corporate services at the Ottawa Community Foundation, I find myself reflecting on what truly defines fulfillment at work. This isn’t a question I’m approaching for the first time. Over the past 15+ years, I’ve had the privilege of leading teams across diverse roles and … [Read more...]
The Echo of Reactions: Why Intentionality Matters More Than Instinct
There’s a peculiar symmetry in the way humans engage with one another—a dance of action and reaction that has played out over centuries. Our interactions are a symphony of actions and reactions, an instinctive dance that has shaped our survival for millennia. But in the complexities of modern life, … [Read more...]