Inside First™ Philosophy

Inside First™ is a process that starts within, clarifying purpose, values and beliefs that differentiates your character, and then emanates outward, advanced by the skills of visioning and planning to guide your actions and relationships. We sometimes refer to this leadership approach as “leadership from the heart.”

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Integrating Head & Heart

We believe a healthy balance of intelligence and intuition can create more clarity. Striking the right equilibrium is key when dealing with everyday personal life situations and difficult ethical dilemmas at work. By integrating the head and the heart, in essence incorporating aspects of your character, your communication, reasoning and execution skills will become more effective and meaningful.

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Trust: Confidence in the integrity and character of a person or organization; the belief that those on whom you depend will meet your expectations.

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Art Currier — Board of Trustees

Art is CEO of Currier & Associates, Inc., a leading interior design services firm devoted to creating enriching environments for living and working and which reflect the values, vision and objectives of each client. Art is a founding trustee of the Institute.

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The Power of Purpose

Our definition of purpose is the quality around which you shape your life; a source of energy and direction; your reason for being or why you get up in the morning. Richard Leider, author of the Power of Purpose, says, “Purpose answers the question: what am I trying to do with my life?”  It is…

Extend Trust

“I have found that by trusting people until they prove themselves unworthy of that trust, a lot more happens.” - James Burke Rather than seal ourselves off, we are usually better served to connect with others.  There’s strength in numbers and we can typically do more collectively than we can individually. Stephen M.R. Covey in his…

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