What Can Someone Like Me Do?

What Can Someone Like Me Do?

The two primary emotional needs of the human being are 1) to grow and 2) to contribute. With these in mind, I would like to share with you a very powerful story. Dr. Frank Mayfield was touring Tewksbury Institute when, on his way out, he accidentally collided with an...
Penchant for new faces: Embracing the power of novelty

Penchant for new faces: Embracing the power of novelty

Crafting compelling programs that bring people together involves more than just logistics; it requires meticulous preparation, a touch of innovation and a willingness to embrace the unfamiliar. As the dawn of another new year arrived, it brought with it a surge of...
Building Castles: Lessons from Sand and Success

Building Castles: Lessons from Sand and Success

On a warm summer day at a beautiful beach, a little boy on his knees scoops and packs the sand with plastic shovels into a bucket. He upends the bucket on the surface and lifts it. And, to the delight of the little architect, a castle tower is created. He works all...
The Art of Negotiation

The Art of Negotiation

What is Negotiation? “The most difficult thing in any negotiation, almost, is making sure that you strip it of the emotion and deal with the facts.” – Howard Baker Negotiation, in simple terms, is having strategic discussions with the aim of coming to an agreement...