As most of you know by now, I am a huge believer that a paper trail is the single most useful tool in making change happen. Whether it’s because people have a lot going on (let’s give them the benefit of the doubt here), they themselves are bad at record keeping (most people are), or… Read the full article »
As much as we might not like it, sooner or later we all have to point out when we disagree with someone. While few people enjoy conflict, not pointing out where you see trouble ahead, or choosing to just ‘all get along’ can not only lead to more trouble down the line, but also can… Read the full article »
Changing your world takes time. Some of that time is legitimate. Even the most progressive person has a home to take care of, mouths to feed, and all sorts of ‘stuff’ that can’t be automated. But sometimes, that delay is a stalling tactic, a way to put you at the bottom of the pile in… Read the full article »
I believe in strength in numbers. Today, with social media and how easy it is to reach out and connect to like minded people, one can grow a safety net of support which can not only give an effective boost in the middle of a campaign but also a safe place when things backfire. Knowing… Read the full article »
‘I’m going to the press!’ Words that are shouted [usually in an American accent] for dramatic effect in a movie. It is the sign of someone who we like to think of as vindictive, someone who has hit the end of their rope and now is out to create shame. Injustice depends on isolation. It… Read the full article »
There is a lot that is screwed up about this world, and some of us will have more than our fair share of change to campaign for. Sometimes when you have faced hard times more trouble can quickly come on its heels. Other times if we are really lucky, we get a breather between the… Read the full article »
