Embracing the Value of Sharing: A Conversation with Jessica Zairo

Sun, 05 Oct 2025 09:02:00 -0400

Myka Kennedy Stephens and Jessica Zairo in conversation.

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In episode 8 of the Fosgail Mindset podcast, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Jessica Zairo, Vice President of Strategic Partnerships at ByWater Solutions, for an extended conversation exploring the profound impact of sharing and open source philosophies on the library ecosystem. Our discussion delved into the cooperative ethos of open source technology and how it can meaningfully transform communities, bringing about a deeper sense of collaboration and mutual growth.

Is Sharing Really a Virtue in Leadership?

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 11:29:00 -0400

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“Sharing is caring!” It’s a phrase that we heard as children and a phrase that we’ve repeated as parents and caregivers of youth. Most religious traditions affirm sharing as a virtue. Sharing is embedded in our human systems of values and ethics. However, what happens when sharing is applied to leadership? Is it still a virtue, or a weakness to be avoided?

Collaboration on Fosgail

Embracing the Value of Sharing: A Conversation with Jessica Zairo

Is Sharing Really a Virtue in Leadership?