Looking Back to Move Forward: The Power of the Post-Mortem in K-12 Operations

Discover the power of post-mortems for enhancing K-12 operational efficiency. This crucial "lessons learned" session helps school districts pinpoint successes, identify challenges, and implement actionable improvements in processes, tools, and communication. Learn why a blameless post-mortem is essential for proactive problem-solving, team empowerment, and building more robust support systems in...

A Halloween Thriller: Dodgers’ Game 5 Comeback and the Win Probability Rollercoaster

There I was, decked out in Star Trek Lower Decks costume at a Yelp Halloween party, watching Game 5 of the World Series on a massive LEDTV at Funburger in Valencia. It was a classic LA night – costumes everywhere, drinks flowing, and a crowd of Dodgers fans all clinging...

Finding Meaning And Joy in Your Work: Lessons from the High Seas and the Virgin Brand

Sometimes, it takes just one person to bring a group of strangers together. On my Virgin Voyages cruise, that person was our server at GunBae. Her warmth and joy were infectious, turning a quiet dinner into an evening of connection, laughter, and shared stories. It was a reminder that, no...