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.
Be unfettered by conventional thinking
Two days in a row I share some thoughts of Charlie Munger. I could do so for many days in a row, but two in a row it is (so far!). In the piece by The Economist this week to honour Charlie Munger, they noted that his biographer, Janet Lowe, noted these four qualities:...
Be unfettered by conventional thinking
I do hope to be remembered as being “unfettered by conventional thinking”, what a wonderful way to be thought of!
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,…
What if you were hit by a bus?
What would happen to your business tomorrow, next week, next month, next year…if you were hit by a bus?
Doing nothing is not an option
Doing nothing is an option I am sure you are unable to pursue and needs no further comment. .
There is no box
Think outside the box”. What if there is no box? What then might you think of?
Waiting for the story to come
When I start to write, I don’t have any plan at all. I just wait for the story to come. I don’t choose the kind…
Is it time for me to be radical and stop or change this blog?
I am therefore considering the radical approach. What impact it may have if I change my daily writing to leave space for something new.
Taking an impromptu break from daily posting
I am simply following my instincts and taking an unplanned and spontaneous break from daily posting, sensing that a short break to allow fresh inspiration.