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.
When people believe in you
In 2010 I began my coaching journey, shifting from being a business leader to someone who supported other leaders. The early years were intensely focussed on personal development and learning, with one key moment being when, in 2011, and with the masterful aid of my...
When people believe in you
My thanks also go out to Suki and all the others who saw my potential and believed in me, holding that belief until I was…
My Fuel: People, Ideas, Connecting the Dots
I love meeting people thinking about interesting ideas and doing interesting things, it is my fuel. Feel good about connecting.
If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it
Sometimes, with how we do things in business (certain brand logos come to mind), an adage to remember is: If it ain’t broke, don’t fix…
How rare and precious we all are
One key learning from having had cancer is, indeed, as the quote concludes, “how rare and precious we are”.
I’m back..and grateful!
When given the surprise news of the need for chemotherapy, I have, as soon as I could, returned my thoughts to being grateful.
What could you choose to pause doing?
Sometimes it is valuable to pause, whether enforced or voluntarily. Perhaps there are one or two things you could choose to pause doing?
Do it now, Carpe Diem
Carpe Diem is one of my favourite phrases, famously said by Robin Williams’ character in one of my very favourite films, Dead Poets Society, one…
The mystery of life isn’t a problem to solve
The mystery of life isn’t a problem to solve, but a reality to experience.
Being a Coach, not doing Coaching
The journey of learning as a coach is ongoing, we practice, we never attain full mastery. The distinction is between BEING a Coach and DOING…
Responding to misfortune with gratitude
When some misfortune strikes, choosing an “attitude of gratitude” serves me very well in supporting my wellbeing.
What idea are you focussed on right now?
I found it valuable to turn my attention to what I am focussed on as themes right now, so sharing that question for you. What…
Want great long term returns? Invest in being Diverse by Design
Truly embracing and being a diverse organisation at all levels of your business is an investment in being anti-fragile.
Sunday movie fan post – your favourite film trilogy?
A few thoughts on what I feel is one of the top three film trilogies, the others being Star Wars and The Godfather.