From global diversity and inclusion expert Howard Ross comes a new book, 'Our Search for Belonging: How Our Need to Connect Is Tearing Us Apart.' It's a fascinating look at how how our human need to belong is creating a new kind of tribalism, and dividing us more than ever.
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Why We All Claim to Be Busier Than We Actually Are (and What to Do About It)
There’s no easy fix for this busy-bragging epidemic, but we call all take steps on our own to make the problem better.
Read More »Interview: Otto Scharmer, Author of ‘The Essentials of Theory U: Core Principles and Applications’
An interview with Otto Scharmer, MIT professor, founder of the Presencing Institute, and author of the new book, 'Essentials of Theory U: Core Principles and Applications' — which may just change your life.
Read More »Book Review: ‘Essentials of Theory U: Core Principles and Applications,’ by Otto Scharmer
Leadership expert Otto Scharmer has distilled his brilliant theory of leadership into a highly readable, inspiring guidebook, 'Essentials of Theory U: Core Principles and Applications'
Read More »What My ‘Black Panther’ Would Do
Bigots used to say (maybe they still do), never give a Negro an inch or he’ll want a mile. They were talking about me. I hope any 'Black Panther' sequel is relevant to the lay of the land – the lay of this 2018 reality in America.
Read More »Deliverance
I live in a wasteland. Nothing but wasteland surrounds me. Civilization is its middle name, Progress, its vanguard. Supermarket culture shoved down our throats By hucksters of no particular persuasion, Walmart its proud flagship Where cheaper is better and bigger is quality. Bigger cars, bigger houses, bigger fries, Big Mac. …
Read More »Prison Time a Barrier to College Education and Employment Despite Prison Education Programs
Disclosing a stint in jail during a university or college’s application and screening process decreases the chances of getting through the application process at all, and dramatically slashes the possibility of financial aid.
Read More »Early Release for 1,900 Louisiana Prisoners Concerns Law Enforcement
A lack of prisoner education programs in Louisiana means the sudden influx of former inmates into society will create a huge burden on the system.
Read More »Roy Moore, John Conyers, Charlie Rose and #metoo
As I sit here this morning sipping my coffee, I am heartbroken and sick as allegation after allegation surfaces in the wake of #metoo. Triggered by the disgusting allegations against Harvey Weinstein, the floodgates are open and no one is spared. Not on the right, not on the left. Women, …
Read More »The Moron
It does really dishearten me to hear the moron make comparisons between his actions and those of President Obama – he ought to stop it. The truth is this: Donald Trump would have to stand atop Trump Tower to muster enough character to kiss President Obama’s backside.
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