Be Wild Blog
In the company of lighter things
“OK, wait, what are 3 things that brought you joy today?” This was my friend’s impromptu question at the end of one our luminous conversations. We live far apart and periodically have lengthy phone calls to stay connected and to track the happenings in each other’s lives. It was time [...]
Wild Leadership: your team needs you to be YOU right now
Being a leader right now is off the charts difficult. You are not immune from the havoc and upheaval all around you. And yet, your team/organization may be looking to you for answers, reassurance, and confidence. How do you project that if you aren’t feeling it? Where is the line [...]
Here’s a Wild dare for Valentine’s Day:
1. Revel in all the love that is in your life, whatever form it takes, from individuals to friends to communities and beyond. Savor it. Celebrate it. Be thankful for it. Take strength from it 2. Hold in your heart those people you particularly want to celebrate (if you celebrate, [...]
The difference between a stretch and a hot mess
It was a gut-wrenching moment. I was set to speak at the 50th anniversary of the Minnesota Center for Environmental Advocacy (MCEA), where I serve on the board and deeply believe in the cause. I’d prepared remarks about using MCEA as a powerful "carbon counterpoint" - donating to tackle the [...]
Shifts Happen
“Something shifted during our last session.” That’s how my coaching client described it and I felt it too. I could practically see it happening, even through the tiny screens of zoom. Something brightened across her face, like how light changes when sun breaks through clouds. Honestly, I think we both [...]
Hope, Soap and a Man Named Charles: stories worth telling
As part of my Sustainable Speaking initiative, I research the venue where I’ll be speaking prior to the event. I track down what they are doing to reduce waste, limit carbon emissions, conserve water, that sort of thing. What I’m finding is that each place has a story, but those [...]
