by Mary Ellen Normen | Jan 19, 2026 | Life Long Learning
The Fierce Urgency of Now: From Allyship to Accomplice “Fear is the most frequent justification for silence. It is also the quickest way to switch from ally to bystander.” Democracy survives when we protect and defend three things: equal protection for...
by Mary Ellen Normen | Jan 9, 2026 | Team Building
“Hard Fun”: Transforming Teams and Processes Through 100-100 Conversation ” People consistently report high levels of engagement because the process is meaningful, their skills are balanced with the task, and they have tools to express new...
by Mary Ellen Normen | Dec 5, 2025 | School Business Now
Succession Planning and Building Your Bench “Providing mentorship and coaching from senior leaders and formal leadership development programs gives rising leaders practical and durable school business official skills.” Succession planning is a critical...
by Mary Ellen Normen | Dec 1, 2025 | Personalysis
Your Year-End Blind Spot: Why Succession Planning Belongs in Year-End Strategy Development “The best companies don’t think of succession planning as something they have to do right away. Instead, they regard it as a strategic need that improves the whole...
by Mary Ellen Normen | Nov 20, 2025 | Uncategorized
Unlocking Your Success: The Sandbox Analogy for Professional Relationships “…communication is not always verbal. Situational awareness is a crucial aspect to consider when working in a team.” The Professional Sandbox: How to Be Yourself at Work Not...
