An open FAQ — On May 8, 2023 (two weeks from this publishing), I’ll be tallying the results on my bid to attract excellent, passionate talent to The Exchange Lab’s mission to “accelerate modernization of the BC Public Service.” You can apply to the job here, and find it referenced on various job boards…

It’s that whole thing about the journey. — You know how people sometimes go into a profession because they needed the help those professionals provide and then got hooked on experience and decided to give back? This post might be a little bit about that. Mostly, I want to share a recent experience designing a two day facilitation…

The Exchange Lab turns Six — Six years ago I was not yet aware of the coming transformation of my career and of some of the gears of the BC Public service. At that time, I was contemplating leaving. I still believed that the pubic service could become a place for me to stay because the…

Chapter 1. The crosswalk talk. — A rumble on the right side of the vehicle erupted as it plowed through an accumulation of wet leaves in a giant puddle. The tidal wave of misfortune spilled over the sidewalk, where a mother balanced her two children with multiple bags and an umbrella. As Aliera eased into the…

National Blog Post Month — Blog #9 — Accountability has been a key theme in the last couple of weeks in my work where my colleagues and I lean into public sector reform at The Exchange Lab. …

National Blog Post Month — Blog #8 — Sitting in the quiet, pre-toddler, dark; hesitant to type. Thinking about the cliché things I might avoid writing about on a milestone birthday. I see that circle, like a hole or pit, signifying a multiple of ten. Or maybe it’s like a button. “You made it this far. …

National Blog Post Month — Blog #7 — Why would we need a “behind the scenes” sharing event if we are working in the open? The irony dawned on me just now, as I consider all the things that have me a little more on edge than usual (so that I can write something that might be remotely…

National Blog Post Month — Blog #6 — Every weekend was beginning to feel like a dizzying back and forth of “what should we do?” It would end in feeling more behind. We were pretty good not to blame each other openly, but the conflict was palpable. My husband and I have a music project, a home and…

National Blog Post Month – blog #5 — 🎵 Some people worry about money. Others, they fret about tests. Some carry the burden of romantic hurting. Worthwhile stresses I guess… I guess… But in the event of an emergency Don’t cover your head, or put it between your knees. Find your strength, in this company. Cause the seas will…