Selected Reading: The Book of Joy
The Book of Joy contains the musings of two friends from different worlds. His Holiness the Dalai Lama and Archbishop Tutu, share what they have learned and witnessed over their long lives.
Humility
Acting with modesty and unpretentiousness; related to your attitude; maintaining a healthy ego rather than exalting yourself; when you act with deference to others; the opposite of boastfulness
Newsletter July/August 2026
In this issue you’ll find: In the Works – highlights of upcoming programs, Exemplary Leader Spotlight – Jane West, executive director of The Two Lilies Fund, leader of Heart of the West Counseling and Inside First facilitator, Principle of the Month – Executing, Member Survey for future development and improvements
Newsletter September 2026
In this issue you’ll find: In the Works – highlights of upcoming programs, “The Quiet Power of Care”: An essay on care by Raj Manickam, one of our trustees, Principle of the Month – Vision, Leading Perspectives – A book summary of Discover Your True North by Bill George
Selected Reading: Discover Your True North
Discover Your True North links the themes and images of authentic leadership to a compass. The presumption is that when you know yourself well and follow the direction of your internal compass, people will see the real you and will become more likely to connect with you and follow you.
Newsletter April 2026
In this issue, find these articles of interest:
Things in the Works, highlights of upcoming programs and events; A photo essay by Raj Manickam on “Kicking the Can; An essay by Jon Strickler on how Inside First delivers high-performance; Leading Perspectives: a book summary of Dare to Lead by Brene Brown; An essay on Trust, our leading principle for April
Serving
The act of helping others; a holistic approach to work promoting a sense of community and shared-decision making; realized when others grow; being of service
