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.
Giving and receiving
Giving and receiving. No, this is not about "the season", it is way too early (in my mind) to think about that, maybe from December 1st I'll allow my mind to turn in that direction, but not yet 😉 Today, then, a simple thought, that by giving we receive. This week I...
Giving and receiving
Giving and receiving. No, this is not about “the season”, it is way too early (in my mind) to think about that, maybe from December 1st…
It’s the not knowing…
When any of us face news or events which place us in a position of “not knowing”, we tend to be uncomfortable and take steps…
What is a “micro-break”?
Is one night away long enough to be defined as a “mini-break”? I decided not and that a new term is needed, the “micro-break”.
Oh for some truly transformative ideas!
A musing at length that goes into some of my current focus on potential transformative ideas for national governments, and today looking at the UK.
Take a break
What I remark on today is the importance of taking a break, maybe to relax physically and mentally, perhaps to mark a moment, a transition.
We are in charge of our attitude
We are, always, in charge of our attitude. Have an attitude of gratitude.
Risk, Psychology and Chemotherapy
A story today about how our mindset, notably our attitude to risk, can impact our choices, how we make decisions and the decisions we make.
Sharing a guide to realising your transformative vision
Thoughts on what it takes to deliver upon a transformative vision and how that requires a different approach to a more conventional plan for growth.
Only when the tide goes out do you discover who’s been swimming naked
If a rising tide floats all boats, then the reverse can also be true: Only when the tide goes out do you discover who’s been…
Nodax, a hidden gem driven by service
The Nodax story: if you are in the market for a beautifully made bed frame from a family business driven by service, visit their website.
Be yourself so the people looking for you can find you
Be yourself so the people looking for you can find you. If the people finding you are not the people you wish were, then perhaps…
Do, or do not, there is no try
Sometimes it has been tougher than at other times to be positive, yet I have always had that choice, I don’t have to only “try”.
I wrestle elephants
Now, over time one of a list of unusual responses I give when asked “what do you do? is: “I Wrestle Elephants”