Tonight while working on this website, my six and eight year old niece and nephew excitedly fluttered into the room and asked me about my job, posing the question, “are you a talketer?”

A series of questions ensued, not unlike an idea generation session. They persisted, “so… you listen to people and help them get better?” Their imaginations sprung to life and you could see their minds working as they tried to grasp the many facets of my work. I shared examples of what I do and, in the end, the simple answer prevailed.

“I guess you’re right, I am a talketer.”

(But I hope I do more listening than talking)

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