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Earlier this month I took some time in-between chemo recovery to look through some of my most prized belongings. In case you didn't know it, I love fine china!
First off, I appreciate the precious sentimental value of generational history that accompanies these heirloom pieces. Some of them have survived wars and economic disasters... not to mention numerous family moves from one place to another. And then there is the delicate, refined beauty of full matching sets at holiday dinners or gatherings for tea that make me smile. But one of the things I admire most is the craftsmanship.
Sharing stories on my personal journey through life can be a little daunting, especially now that I have the big "C" as a fellow traveler (at least for now). But hearing the words of encouragement I've received privately from so many family members, friends, colleagues, and acquaintances has fortified my resolve. It's also given me the opportunity to think more deeply about social and structural support in their various forms as they show up in life and in learning.
People who face life-threatening medical conditions survive longer with a support structure in place. The American Cancer Society states that: "Many studies have found that cancer survivors with strong emotional support tend to better adjust to the changes cancer brings, have a more positive outlook, and often report a better quality of life."
Considered to be the Project Manager’s bible, the PMBOK Guide says that projects are “a temporary endeavor to produce a unique project, service, or result.” Another definition of a project is a problem that needs a solution. Project Managers, or PMs for short, are the leaders on the team who lead the charge for that solution. But unofficially… project management is pretty much like herding cats (Click the link. It’s worth the minute of your life). Consider that in the age of Covid, internal teams - and clients - live and work all over the United States, throughout the world, so it can get a bit tricky. This article provides a brief overview of how to herd like a pro, and avoid getting scratched.
We've heard talk about the importance of being resilient, but really, what does that mean? Voted #4 in the list of the top 100 psychologists of the 20th century, Dr. Albert Bandur's academic writings on self-efficacy were a key influence on my own dissertation. Self-Efficacy is the belief in one's ability to do something specific. In essence, the theory is "If I believe I can, I probably will. If I don't believe I can, I probably won't." So here are three personal mediums of my own self-efficacy…
As we march through so much new life around us in the season of renewal, we have a lot to celebrate. Last month I talked about the 14th anniversary of my company and shared key things I've learned since starting the business. This issue marks a related but different anniversary: the first birthday of OOMPH! This month, one year ago, we started sending email subscribers the Change by Design newsletter. Like Change by Design, OOMPH! has continued to grow and refine with time, simply by practicing continuous improvement. I've asked for feedback and you have sent it, with the team working each month to make this newsletter even better.