As change practitioners, we can draw some parallels between the sapling/trunk metaphor mentioned in the last post and our own struggle to stay connected to our inner nature. In this post, and the two to follow, I’ll identify ways we can learn from the metaphor. The sapling/trunk relationship is a paradox. On the one hand, […]
As change practitioners, we can draw some parallels between the sapling/trunk metaphor introduced in the last post and our own struggle to stay connected to our inner nature. In this post, and the three to follow, I’ll identify ways we can learn from the sapling and trunk metaphor. The sapling is the keeper of the […]
Sometimes a metaphor is the best way to portray the complex nature of a practitioner’s relationship with his or her character. A strong metaphor conveys complex concepts in a simply understood way. For this post, I will use a sapling and an oak tree; it captures the intricacies and entanglements of how our character forms […]
Whether strengthening your hold on or aspiring to enter the rare privilege of being seen by clients as a high impact change resource, a better understanding of how your character and presence plays in this perception is an ongoing pursuit. I’m referring to “character” as the core of our true nature; “presence” is how that […]
There are six attributes associated with being perceived as a high-impact change practitioner who is depended upon when the stakes are high and is not easily disregarded or replaced. I’m focusing here, however, on the perspectives and challenges related to the fifth and sixth attributes. Providing unique perspectives to critical situations that surface valuable insights […]