You must watch Simon Sinek's TED talk video on 'Starting from Why.' It is required viewing for my entrepreneurship students, and for my executive team at the Montessori schools. The premise is simple but novel. Too many companies focus their time and … [Read more...]
Pack a Bag, Hit the Road
January 8, 2014 by
The Sapir Whorf hypothesis states that we perceive reality on the basis of our language. Beyond language, our reality is shaped by travel and by experiencing different cultures. As an educator, I have had the privilege of traveling extensively … [Read more...]
Focus on the Future, Let go of the Past
January 7, 2014 by
As we venture into the New Year, we must let go of the past. I think our past defines who we are, defines our roots and our values. Hold on to those. Get rid of the potential mental struggle that may stem from dwelling on experiences and interactions … [Read more...]
Two Steps Back, One Step Forward….
January 6, 2014 by
The more we get involved in the day-to-day dimensions of our hectic lives, the easier it is to forget to stop and think why we do what we do. We forget to take a meaningful breath. Unfortunately, the further away we get from school, the more we … [Read more...]
