I'm not really "retired." My friend calls this being "redirected" (a much better label).
Many people seeing this site are interested in my book "Personal Path, Practical Feet" so here's a quick link to learn more about it.
Key Interests
Writing, Speaking
Travel (46 countries so far)
Preserving our beautiful planet & its creatures
Fitness - including running, weight lifting, and yoga
Volunteerism at all ages
Dancing - especially tap and swing
Education
B.A. Michigan State University, Sociology
M.Sc. University of Surrey (UK), Adult Education
Career Years
Alternating between years of self-employment, serving as an overseas volunteer, and working at colleges and universities
Corporate Training
Curriculum design
Emphasis on inclusive teaching and learning strategies
Partial archive from former business website pasted in below:
Consultant, Educational Projects
I recently heard someone say that his employer does not like the title "consultant". So if you are the same way, please consider it as a label for "external resource" or whatever phrase you might prefer. Let's not let a word get in the way of our working together. more...
Writer
Many years ago I was the ghost writer on a full-length book – back in the days when “cut and paste” literally involved scissors and tape. Today’s methods are so much easier and not the least bit messy. more...
Trainer
My career as a trainer began when I contacted a local college about something I wanted to learn. Not having a course on that subject, they proposed I teach it myself through Continuing Education where my own level of expertise would be a starting point. So I agreed, and through positioning myself as the convenor of learners and not the sole source of information – well, some amazing things happened. And I was hooked. more...
Specialities
Whether as an outside consultant or an employee, my work has often involved Instructional Design and Quality Standards. By serving as Project Manager I have worked with the entire cycle of design, development and offering of courses and workshops. more...
Contact: writingnow01@gmail.com