2/2 For the rest of us, We deserve better and it doesn’t have to be this way. #AskHerToRun and share the resources at MunicipalCampaignSchool.ca so we can elect councils that look like our community.

Over the past four years my good friend Diane Ballantyne has modelled what smart and thoughtful leadership looks like. I just voted for her online and now it's your turn to do the same! CW residents can get all their voting info at dianeballantyne.ca/how-to-vote/

So lucky to have such great people on my “bat signal” that I can reach out to for advice or run something by. Today it was Curt Hammond Everyone needs a network of support!

Check out these awesome little videos. They could be used as writing prompts or as conversation starters for community circles. youtube.com/playlist?list=…

Elora writer Sky Hammond gets big break from ‘tiny stories’: his book has been picked up by TVOkids and turned into an animated TV series. bit.ly/3XNMEZZ

Happy New Year! Let’s make 2023 a #YearOfService

We want to make 2023 a #YearOfService. Our first posting this year is about one simple tool that Service Leaders use to align their actions and values.

The Teeny Tiny TV series has officially been viewed over 1.2 MILLION times. A huge thanks to all for tuning in, sharing these stories, and spreading the word. Brings me a whole ‘lotta joy doing this. Here’s to a few more million-view milestones somewhere down the road! - Sky

I used to think that giving blood was me helping others. Turns out it was me helping me…and others! Service Leadership embraces the idea that I should feel good while helping others. Read about this and my unique chromosome makeup in this week's post. ow.ly/QQh250MqzUn

To be pushed so clearly from thought. All else but the fray before me. Was to know a furious quiet. Yearning to be shattered.

As leaders we need to be looking after ourselves so we can serve those around us. A few Four Simple Words thoughts on the debt we owe Jacinda Ardern & Laura Mae Lindo for their courage and leadership.

This week's The Four Simple Words blog post has me looking in the mirror and asking what is the real power of a sticker and flag? Just between us, I'm not happy with the answer. #IsNotAboutMe

My writing this week has me reflecting on the power of words, how meaning can change as we grow and why it's up to each of us to be ready to let some language go. #ServiceLeadership #FourSimpleWords

A friend's story about recovery from surgery prompted this week's The Four Simple Words blog post. Yes, we should take that meal and offer support. AND, let's make sure we are in service to what they actually need, rather than what we want them to need. Have a listen & read below.

Hey Riverfest Elora it is the morning!!! When do we get to see that lineup!?!?! #SooooExcited

An IRL Friday coffee with the smart, thoughtful and visionary Shakiba Shayani is a gift and a reminder of the great community we live in. #Guelph is lucky to have Shakiba's head and heart involved in so many conversations. #ServiceLeadership #StrongCommunityStrongBusiness

. John C. Borthwick (he/him/his) commitment to authentic service is apparent in all that he does and proven by the impact he has had on Guelph. He is a great #ServiceLeader I am excited about John4.0 and am glad the new job means we can keep up our coffee dates! guelphtoday.com/local-news/rev…

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Our The Four Simple Words #ServiceInAction papers are going to help us explore what good service looks like. Our first edition is a powerful story we all can learn from. I hope u will take 10 min to read it and let us know what u think. #ServiceLeadership