Tag Archives: politics

Kamala

Posted on April 9, 2025 by Denise Moreland

Political pundits and pollsters continue to dissect the data, looking for clues about why a well-funded campaign for a highly qualified, competent, articulate, joyful, honest and compelling candidate, who exemplifies equality and decency, and defends the rule-of-law could lose to … Continue reading →

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Leverage

Posted on March 24, 2025 by Denise Moreland

Leverage is a tricky tool within the coercive power tool box.   There are times when leverage is necessary, times when it is appropriate and times when it is utterly inappropriate, unethical, and even immoral.  We are in those times. … Continue reading →

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Coercion

Posted on March 7, 2025 by Denise Moreland

There are many ways to think about power.  From a leadership perspective, I focus on three different power dynamics—coercion, competition and cooperation—each with an important role to play in creating a healthy and safe environment that balances order with freedom, … Continue reading →

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Red Tape

Posted on February 18, 2025 by Denise Moreland

I have spent my career working for state/county government.  I have seen the red tape—incomprehensible regulations, inconsistent policies, cumbersome processes—all the things that inspire jokes about the bureaucracy.  On occasion, I have seen under-performers not held accountable, as is true … Continue reading →

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