hose I am privileged to serve enjoy at least three characteristics  (besides a love of laughter):

1. They are the stewards of an organization's future, even an organization of one.

2. They carry in their heart a fire to gain ever-deeper awareness of what is essential—in their business, in their life, and in the moment—and how to act on that awareness.

3. They are resolute in their intention to communicate to their world in a manner that is emotionally penetrating, meaningful and memorable—reflecting deep regard for one’s audience and oneself.

"The way we define our world
actually creates our world."
Danaan Parry, Warriors of the Heart

o me, a person and a company are sustained by the same principles. One of them is this: the story we tell (to ourselves and others) about "who we are and what we’re up to" defines our place in the world…and our own peace of heart.

The more that story is an honest reflection of our most generous and noble aspirations—aspirations that reside in everyone, though too often hidden or unacknowledged—the deeper and broader we connect with others throughout the human family.

That connection creates the "emotional capital"—in forms such as money, social acclaim or a simple nod of appreciation—that helps us fulfill our aspirations.

None of us is who we think we are.
None of us is that small.
Our capacity for self-discovery is immeasurable.

elping individuals and institutions deepen their understand of who they are and what they have to offer the world, the breadth of audiences who will welcome that story—and then how to engage those audiences with a meaningful, memorable narrative…this is where I, for some, can be useful.

• I am capable of creating and being the voice of a brand—specifically a voice that is playful, loving and deep.
• I am the birth parent of what I have named the 21^st Century Resume: a portrait in words that illuminates the richness of one’s experiences—a snapshot a professional can show to anyone to whom they wish to say, "This is who I really am." 21^st Century Resumes are the shortest of the portraits I write. And professional use is only one way any portrait I create serves our great human desire for intimacy in relationships of all kinds.
• I help leaders gain useful perspective on their life and their role in the world. By "useful perspective" I mean one that will enhance their confidence that they are making the healthiest choices they are able as they address what’s essential in fulfilling their professional intentions.
• I write essays celebrating "the most fear-provoking point of view the world has ever known": Everything is a gift. Simply to entertain such a possibility can shine fresh light on our every belief, opinion and choice. You’ll find enough essays on this website to tattoo an elephant in small print.