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Our history goes way back–but also forward

Our history goes way back–but also forward

The Artdog Image of Interest I love the vision implied in the illustration that is today’s Image of Interest. Women’s History Month calls us to look at our journey: where we have been, certainly. What we have done, and how we have made progress, most definitely. But the arc of history is long, and it has not finished its trajectory. We build on gains our mothers made. Our mothers built upon the work of our grandmothers. The line goes back, and back, and back. But…

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Values statement

Values statement

The Artdog Quote of the Week  I long for an America where all of us agree these values are actually values, much less of primary importance. It’s a far cry from what we currently seem to have, but there’s a way to make it happen. One person alone can’t make the world work hard or look out for one another, but that one person can make sure that s/he works hard and looks out for others–and speaks up with approval and support when s/he sees others who do…

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Consider this equation

Consider this equation

The Artdog Quote of the Week If all employers followed this advice, they’d be paying their people a living wage, and supporting their roles as family members in society through paid sick leave, parental leave, and/or personal leave. And we’d all be better off. IMAGE: Many thanks to WSI 15013’s “Right On” Pinterest Page and LinkedIn. Also to the late Stephen R. Covey.

The importance of our work

The importance of our work

The Artdog Quote of the week:  Where do we find meaning in our life? Often it is through our work (whether job or avocation), and the services we provide to others. For those who are unable to work, whether through disability or unavailability of work to do, finding meaning in their lives can be a struggle. It can be a struggle for anyone with independent means, who does not have to work. They soon discover that a life of endless…

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