Jackal and Giraffe Language

Giraffe Language: Changing Learned Communication Patterns Think back to the office water cooler. Our guess is that any conversation not centered around or the latest reality show was gloomy, cynical or downright nasty. Believe it or not, there are many positive, productive ways to communicate with one another. The term Giraffe Language (a.k.a. nonviolent communication) … Continue reading

Branding the Design Process? Come on, now.

Branding the Design Process? Come on, Now. My house was a mess. I had a professional organization service identify my problem as having lost my “Type-A Designer” personality to the crazies of a wife, kids and a dog. We’re not hoarders or anything but the STUFF is everywhere where it shouldn’t be. So the organizing gurus … Continue reading