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.
Got and Want lists
Last week I was at an edition of "The Lab" led by Neil Baker (the next one is in February, see here), where a group participated in a wildly varied series of experiments where we were, to coin the phrase of the founder of the Lab, Steve Chapman (see Steve on an...
Got and Want lists
Last week I was at an edition of “The Lab” led by Neil Baker. One of the experiments was to write down our thoughts for…
Artificial Intelligence – coming soon, and exponentially
When I was a student in Edinburgh in the mid-1980s, Edinburgh University had an Artificial Intelligence department way back then, which morphed over time.
What are you focussed on NOW?
How do we share what we are focussed on right now other than social media channels? I love the idea of having a “NOW” page…
Sowing seeds that may not ripen for years
A reminder of the fact that we can have an impact that lasts for years, creating a legacy by yes, sowing seeds that may not…
People are interesting if you choose to be interested
“People are interesting if you choose to be interested” is an adage I hold to be true and one I love to live by.
Taking four hours for a cup of coffee
Yesterday I took four hours for a cup of coffee. Well, I hadn’t seen a dear friend for some time and they live quite a distance…
Noticing differently when one sense is removed
In the absence of one sense (hearing) I started “noticing differently” by focusing on my vision and what I could see.
Make Culture a Core Asset of your Business
I led a meeting for a client focussing on their Culture and Values. They are at the leading edge of a technology shift in their industry.
Compassionate human affection as the source of happiness
Compassionate human affection is really important: the more compassionate our mind is, the better our brain functions.
Follow the multi-disciplinary path, you will never wish to come back
If the idea of being more multi-disciplinary in your curiosity and thinking appeals to you, then make a start.
Your Moment of Zen – a glorious rendition of Northern Sky
Truly gorgeous version of Northern Sky from the children of PS22. Watch until the end for a tiny moment that will make you smile, laugh,…
Thinking makes it so. Thoughts on making travel feel easier.
“Thinking makes it so” is a line from Hamlet which the authors of Transport for Humans use in reference to perceptions of time when we…
A coaching thought: No one can advise you or help you
When coaching a client, I am there to listen and to help them draw out their own answers. I am not there to advise them,…