Rosa Say
Rosa Say is a workplace culture coach, the zealous advocate of the Alaka‘i Manager, and founder of Say Leadership Coaching. She is the author and champion of Managing with Aloha: Bringing Hawai‘i’s Universal Values to the Art of Business, newly released in 2016 as a second edition.
Managing with Aloha: Aloha—For Real
Metaphorical acronyms for Aloha. You’ve seen them. You may even have one of your own. The one above, is composed of values from Managing with Aloha. Therefore, I should be pleased, a fan, right? Usually, no. I’m not. I’d rather…
Managing with Aloha: Aloha Intentions
Aloha mai kākou. Last issue I wrote, “Prepare to grow. Should there be a Phase II to your business? Decide on the tone for it, and have your vision illustrate your dawning of a brand new day, Ka lā hiki…
Managing with Aloha: Ka lā hiki ola
“Ka lā hiki ola; The dawning of a new day.” Ka lā hiki ola is a phrase I initially learned of right here on Hawai‘i Island, for it is deeply ingrained into our local community. Its presence and influence is…
Managing with Aloha: Pono
Are you content? You may feel there is much to be done, however the feeling of contentment is possible when you feel the path ahead is one that is right for you, one where you will enjoy the journey. It…
Managing with Aloha: Nānā i ke kumu
We’ve covered 16 values inherent in the Managing with Aloha business philosophy. There are three more, all which bring sharper clarity to the others—they seek to ground you, and bring you a job-well-done’s satisfaction and contentment. For a business, this…
Managing with Aloha: Mahalo
Mahalo The value of thankful perspective. Thank you, as a way of living. Live in thankfulness for the richness that makes life so precious. In Managing with Aloha, I share several stories of the Alaka‘i Nalu, the leaders of the…
Managing with Aloha: Mālama
I have a client who refers to Mālama as “my take care of business value.” I love his focus with Mālama’s value alignment, and I couldn’t agree more. To ‘take care of business’ in your culture-building with Mālama, is to…
Managing with Aloha: Alaka‘i
Alaka‘i The value of leadership. Lead with initiative and with your good example. You shall be the guide for others when you have gained their trust and respect. Fifteenth in an ongoing series. By Rosa Say Alaka‘i is the Hawaiian…
Managing with Aloha: Ho‘ohanohano
Ho‘ohanohano: The value of dignity and respect. Honor the dignity of others. Conduct yourself with distinction, and cultivate respectfulness. Fourteenth in an ongoing series. By Rosa Say Ah, Ho‘ohanohano! I’ve looked forward to showcasing this lesser known value in our…
Managing with Aloha: Ha‘aha‘a
By Rosa Say Let’s talk story about initiative, humility, and ‘the local way.’ Having initiative is a very good thing. With initiative you use the ability to assess situations; you have insight. You can begin things independently, and you do.…
Managing with Aloha: ‘Ike loa
‘Ike loa: The value of learning. To know well. To seek knowledge and wisdom. Twelfth in an ongoing series. By Rosa Say New knowledge is food for mind, heart and soul. Without it, you deny yourself vital nourishment for overall…
Managing with Aloha: Kuleana
By Rosa Say Kuleana: The value of personal responsibility; “I accept my responsibilities, and I will be held accountable.” Eleventh in an ongoing series. One of my goals for our Hawai‘i is fully woven into the mission and healthy work…
Managing with Aloha: Kākou
By Rosa Say Kākou: The value of inclusiveness and the language of we. The value of communication, for all of us. We are in this together. Learn to speak the language of we. Tenth in an ongoing series. ”All of…
Managing with Aloha: Lōkahi
Lōkahi: the value of harmony and unity. The value of teamwork—collaboration and cooperation. Harmony and unity—people who work together can achieve more. Ninth in an ongoing series. By Rosa Say When I was young, my family bought a 21-foot fishing…
Managing with Aloha: ‘Ohana
‘Ohana: Those who are family, and those you choose to call your family. As a value, ‘Ohana is a human circle of complete Aloha. Eighth in an ongoing series. By Rosa Say ‘Ohana is a value of strong influence in…
Managing with Aloha: Ho‘okipa
Ho‘okipa: The value of complete giving. Welcome guests and strangers with your spirit of Aloha. Seventh in an ongoing series. By Rosa Say Several years ago, I walked into a drugstore with my boss and was able to witness his…
Managing with Aloha: Kūlia i ka nu‘u
Kūlia i ka nu‘u: The value of achievement. “Strive to reach the summit.” Pursue personal excellence in all you do. Sixth in an ongoing series. By Rosa Say As the Hawaiian value of achievement, Kūlia i ka nu‘u promotes personal…
Managing with Aloha: Ho‘omau
Ho‘omau: The value of perseverance. To persist, to continue, to perpetuate. Never give up. Fifth in an ongoing series. By Rosa Say Several managers have told me Managing with Aloha’s chapter on Ho‘omau is their favorite, and I can easily…
Managing with Aloha: ‘Imi Ola
‘Imi ola: To seek best life. Our purpose in life is to seek its highest form. The value of mission and vision. Fourth in an ongoing series. By Rosa Say To ‘Imi ola is to seek life. When we practice…
Managing with Aloha: Ho‘ohana
Ho‘ohana: The value of worthwhile work. To work with intent and with purpose.Third in an ongoing series. By Rosa Say WORK can be a time when you are actively bringing meaning, fulfillment, and fun to the life you lead. To…
Managing with Aloha: Aloha is Our Rootstock
Aloha is a value, one of unconditional love. Aloha is the outpouring and receiving of the spirit. Second in an ongoing series. By Rosa Say I remember my year a decade ago quite vividly, for in 2003 I began to…
Why Values? And Why “Manage with Aloha?”
Be true to your values.” It’s advice you’re likely to hear several times in your lifetime, and read in countless books and articles. What does it mean? Looking at it through the lens of ALOHA, it means, “Manifest your spirit…
