Archive - First, See Differently

Where to shine the light

Imagine yourself floating in the black, black vastness of space.

Jul 10 •

June 2025

Announcing: Seeing the Unseen Leaders Forum

I’m excited to announce openings for the Seeing the Unseen Leaders Forum — a small, carefully curated group of just 4-6 top-tier visionary leaders who…

Jun 26 •

Speak to my fear — I'll hear you

"Sam" was a vibrant, eager young woman.

Jun 17 •

You’re magnificent. Get over it!

I remember watching the CEO of a manufacturing company open an employee “town hall” with a 5-minute presentation on “awe” — complete with graphics and…

Jun 12 •

When do you go numb?

As you may know, I’m a big fan of the reality show Survivor. I remember a season when the first person voted out was a middle-aged mom we’ll call…

Jun 4 •

May 2025

When I visited my daughter in London many years ago, we made our way to every corner of the city on the “Tube,” London’s fabulous subway system.

May 29 •

The "Story Loop"

In the writing world, there is a concept called the “story loop.” Stated simply, it’s that first sentence of a story that opens a question in your brain…

May 20 •

April 2025

The irony of change

“The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change.” ~ Carl Rogers

Apr 29 •

You are viral! (What are you spreading?)

Please take responsibility for the energy you bring into this space.

Apr 23 •

4 Ways to lead by walking in 10 minutes a day

I can be intense. Especially when I am creating something new - a program, an organization, a fresh structure.

Apr 23 •

Are you free to lead?

It’s hard to lead from inside a box – cramped, dark, lit only by the peephole you poked in the side to see what’s going on.

Apr 22 •

A new kind of energy audit

Financial management is all about maximizing your assets, investing wisely, and minimizing your losses.

Apr 21 •

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