Building a Culture of Open Communication: Creating Safe Spaces for Dialogue
Communication is the backbone of any successful organization. Yet, fostering a culture of open dialogue is often easier said than done. In many workplaces, employees …
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What is it About Vietnam?
Vietnam is a country that captures the hearts of those who visit, but for those of us who choose to stay and build a life …
Once More Unto The Breach, Once More Into The Fire
Today marks the official launch of From The Frying Pan, but the truth is, this blog has been simmering for years. It has lived as …
The Future of Foie Gras: Ethical, Sustainable, and Delicious
In the heart of Extremadura, Spain, a small farm is quietly challenging one of the most controversial practices in gastronomy. At La Patería de Sousa, …
Gaining Confidence – Maxine’s Junior Chef’s College, Lesson 3
Making progress is mostly an unglamorous affair. It’s bland. Practice makes perfect, sure. But practice is bland, it’s uneventful, often frustrating. It is difficult to …
Design Thinking & The Gen Z Mindset
Design Thinking has long been a staple of innovation, product development, and problem-solving. But in today’s rapidly changing world, a new generation is making it …
The Eternal Immigrant
When my parents named me Barbara, did they know they were sealing my fate? Did they understand that, no matter where I lived, I would …
You’re Not as Zen as You Aspire to Be
For someone who writes about resilience, discipline, and the art of keeping one’s cool under pressure, you might think I have mastered the ability to …
Can’t Make an Omelette Without Breaking Eggs – Maxine’s Junior Chef’s College, Lesson 2
Tuesday was Maxine’s first “science day” in the Junior Chef’s kitchen. Before cooking can become an art, first it must be acknowledged as a science. …
Rebuilding Confidence After Failure
Failure is a humbling experience. It knocks the wind out of you, leaves you questioning your abilities, and sometimes, makes you wonder if you should …