Insights
People are my library, my writing inspired by what I learn: ideas, inspiration, wisdom, and sometimes some eclectic whimsy for good measure, all centred around #OpenLeadership. At the heart of all of this is that I write to share learnings and to discover my thoughts. Over the years i have written (mostly) daily, over 2000 posts and 1,000,000 words (that last part blows my mind, tbh!). Enjoy browsing.
What types of love do you share?
Yesterday I wrote about the joy and love in the performance of "All Through the Night" by Cyndi Lauper and Shaggy and referenced the Greek term Meraki, part of the meaning of which is to do something with love. What type of love though? I am always amazed and...
What types of love do you share?
Other languages have many more ways of expressing how they feel in this positive vein, one of which being Greek, which has seven types of…
Listener in Residence
My main reason is to stimulate ideas and energy in others so that I can listen to them once they get going in expressing themselves. Beyond…
Home again
Heading home tomorrow to Cayman for another week, my fourth trip this year. Feeling grateful to see some wonderful clients, friends and family.
Dundee, city of design, creativity, discovery
On the road today, having spend an inspiring time yesterday in Dundee. This city is full of brave dreamers and doers making things happen.
Just ride
Simply knowing I would go for a ride later in the day lifted my mood for the day and allowed me to focus. Thank you,…
Go Easy
I will go easy on myself, not expect myself to be totally relaxed, not expect myself to feel “fine” all the time.
I have an opening coming up
I have an opening coming up. No, I’m not hiring, but I will have an opening soon, for a new client.
Some ideas may resonate
Some ideas may resonate. Others may not. A few may awaken an inner knowing you forgot you had. Use what’s helpful. Let go of the…
Man and White Van
This weekend I'll mostly be a "White Van Man" as I help the last resident son move out of the house to a new place in a new town for a new job. A major moment indeed. I shall do my best to balance the hectic activity with taking moments of presence to appreciate them...
Exquisite writing has Unparalleled Beauty
I leave you today with a passage of Cormac McCarthy’s writing: exquisite writing of unparalleled beauty indeed.
Prevent a problem, don’t just solve one
Taking time to pause, to really assess what could prevent a problem. This creates far longer-lasting value than simply solving the current one.
Write Potential Opportunities into your Strategy
Consider any opportunities that you feel may come up and would benefit your business, then write them into your Strategy.
Cui Bono?
The great orator Cicero used the phrase “Cui Bono?”, or “Who Benefits?” in his speeches. Try it out on your investment and purchase decisions.