Barbara SaundersinSlipping the SnareThis blog is not for leadersEvery Sunday after church, my sisters and I would go to the Burgesses’ store. It was the one time a week we got candy, soda, or chips. This…Apr 5Apr 5
Barbara SaundersAll By MyselfOn August 16th, 1999, I had surgery to repair torn cartilage in my knee. I was to be on crutches for eight weeks. Money wasn’t really a…Aug 9, 2020Aug 9, 2020
Barbara SaundersSheltering in place: an opportunity to raze unhealthy socializing at workEconomic anxiety is high. Medical professionals put their lives on the line, working without protective equipment. Grocery store clerks…Mar 30, 2020Mar 30, 2020
Barbara SaundersIn Work, Is Passion Necessary?Everybody talks about passion in work. Some people say one should follow a passion to right work. Others argue that chasing a passion…Nov 3, 2019Nov 3, 2019
Barbara SaundersEmotional labor: It’s not about the status; it’s the inability to set boundaries“Good afternoon, sir. Would you like to get started with a drink?” I said as I placed the napkin at the corner of his place setting.Oct 9, 20191Oct 9, 20191
Barbara SaundersMost mentors and advisors have the best of intentions.Parents — Parents are the best and worst career advisors.Aug 19, 20191Aug 19, 20191
Barbara SaundersinPoetry in FormAlphabet Poem for Sarah N.Astonishing, brave child,Feb 26, 2018Feb 26, 2018