Author Archives: bhigh

Going in before you go out.

I watched this terrific Tedtalk today and heard myself muttering “yes, exactly!!!” to anyone within ear shot. At the time that was my two dogs who always like it when I’m excited. Take a listen. For me it aligns well … Continue reading

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It’s all about connection

The ability to connect with so many, so quickly, is both the challenge and the opportunity for those hoping to lead in the virtual space. I saw a remarkable show last night on happiness. The conclusion spoke directly to the underlying … Continue reading

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“Many hands” must work together

A post from Chris Brogan brought up an interesting point about social media: “We’re building a cluster of solo players out there on the field when what is necessary is a team methodology with all kinds of touchpoints, system connectors, … Continue reading

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Practicing the art of listening

This Friday, November 27, 2009 is the National Day of Listening. It seems ironic that we need to assign a “National Day” when there is so much out there to hear. It points out a useful distinction between “hearing” something … Continue reading

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Visionaries

Glancing through the UTNE Reader at the library today I read through their feature story, “50 Visionaries Who Are Changing the World”. The nominees were chosen because of “the unwaivering, inexhaustible sense of purpose they bring to their work”. Quietly, … Continue reading

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Who are your teachers?

I have a yoga practice and have recently begun to explore the Anusara approach. I am learning many new things that bridge my time on the mat and my time exploring leadership. I’ll be sharing these from time to time, … Continue reading

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Giving it up

The topic of charity has come across my radar recently in a couple of interesting ways. I read Chris Brogan’s post about ending hunger  and l loved that he made it so easy: There are three things you can do … Continue reading

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Leader “tweets”?

I caught a segment on NPR’s Weekend Saturday by Andy Carvin “Welcome to the Twitterverse”. It featured Daniel Schorr, who as always added interesting perspective. Here’s one thing that got me thinking: “We’re losing the difference between audience and conversation,” … Continue reading

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You can lead the horse to water…

I just caught a webinar by Mzinga around Social Learning. It was great. He referenced an article from the Wall Street Journal . In it, Robert Cross, a professor of management at the University of Virginia referenced a project he … Continue reading

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Building the leader’s online toolbox.

I am slowly collecting data around which of the many available web2.0 technologies leaders choose to use. And, which ones they use successfully. Continue reading

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