Let Go of At Least
12 December 2017
Allison watched Brené Brown’s animation about the difference between sympathy and empathy and renewed her commitment to let go of 'at least.’
What We're Reading Now
Embracing Imperfection
5 December 2017
Janie re-read The Gifts of Imperfection: Let Go of Who You Think You’re Supposed to Be and Embrace Who You Are by Brené Brown, and was reminded of the importance of letting go of perfection.
What William Knows Thanksgiving 2017
28 November 2017
Allison asked her 10-year old nephew, William, for more life advice for her readers. This Thanksgiving tradition started when he was seven, and it’s one Allison treasures.
Lessons in Creativity, Candor, and Failure from Pixar’s Founder
21 November 2017
Barbara read Creativity, Inc.: Overcoming the Unseen Forces That Stand in the Way of True Inspiration by Edwin Catmull. It turns out that being willing to fail and fail quickly without feeling embarrassment is the one of the best ways to tap into creativity. (Thoughtful candor from team members you trust helps, too.)
The Case for Staying Home When You’re Sick
14 November 2017
Allison read If You’re Sick, Stay Away From Work. If You Can’t, Here Is What Doctors Advise. Perhaps this season more of us will follow this advice and reverse the culture of powering through when we’re sick.
