News & Views
How do you testify before the U.S. Congress, pitch a news story, run a business, show up in your community, fund a campaign, and still find time for Italian meatballs?
You learn to prioritize—and you learn to tell the truth. These posts are my take on what’s happening right now and the reinvigoration that came when I finally made time for myself. Explore the categories below—I’d love to hear from you.
Relaunching at 65 – I'm Not Quite Done Yet
Here’s a preview of my interview with the amazing and multi-talented Theresa “TGo” Goss, where I share a little bit about relaunching my career and myself at 65. Stay tuned next week. I’ll tell you why I did this!Leadership Through the Fog is a...
Gratitude Is a Mirror
Take a Look in the MirrorThis Thanksgiving, I found myself more reflective, thoughtful, spiritual—and more grateful.It was a year of discovery—both personal and professional.I asked myself some questions:What are you done with?What are you proud of?Who are...
From Freedom to Freebies—The New Face of Economic Justice
Thanks for reading Leadership Through the Fog! This post is public so feel free to share it.ShareLast night, I had the chance to visit with Peter Robinson, the Murdoch Distinguished Policy Fellow at the Hoover Institution at Stanford University, who received the...
How Dick Cheney Helped Shape My Public Service
I was sad to learn today of the passing of former Vice President Dick Cheney. Many people don’t know that he was a Chief of Staff to the President at age 34, making him the youngest person ever to hold that position. After that, he was a Congressman from...
Six Bones for California Businesses – Explaining Governor Newsom’s Healthcare Vetoes
In spite of my disdain for Proposition 50 and its projected $285 million taxpayer cost, it’s important to recognize the times when Governor Newsom gets it right—especially when it benefits California businesses.A few weeks ago, I wrote about health care...
🍿 Broadway to Breakdown — NYC's Mayoral Race – The Inside Story Driving the Government Shutdown
I was born and raised in Cortland, New York—a city in Upstate New York where the cows used to outnumber the people.Where I grew up is nothing like New York City, which boasts Radio City Music Hall, Broadway Musicals, the New York Yankees, Saturday Night Live,...