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How rich is your mind?
My greatest gain from writing is that it enriches my own mind. I take an average of at least two to three hours every day…
Your people will walk different paths
You don’t have all the answers. People will walk different paths, including those you haven’t “paved” for them.
AI as Authentic Intelligence
It is “AI”, but no, it is not Artificial Intelligence. Instead, it has been designed and evolved using what we’ve called “Authentic Intelligence”.
Mornings are for Walking
Mornings are for walking? Well, they are for me this summer.
I have a strong suspicion
I write to share my thoughts but also to stimulate your own thoughts and bring forth your opinions, or even simply your own “strong suspicion”.
What is your “what only you can do”?
Become who you are. Do what only you can do. Be the master and the sculptor of yourself. – Friedrich Nietzsche
A story about the beginnings of awareness
Thank you to my Physio for being a catalyst that sparked my passion for awareness, curiosity and learning in many forms.
At the edge of the country
From the edge of the country to the heart of the city in 50 minutes. I’m lucky.
Appreciate the little things
As I get older, I think perhaps the greatest wisdom I have gained, is being (sometimes) able to appreciate the little things that we are…
Assume you’re below average
The writer and thinker Derek Sivers takes the approach of assuming he is below average, as this helps him focus on listening, learning, and improving.
Lateral learning and Feldenkrais
Working with a Feldenkrais master is a form of lateral learning: supporting my own body health and honing the key skills I use in my…
Never Apologise
I absolutely do believe in apologising, and in apologising in a genuine and positive way.
Blinding Flashes of the Obvious
Today I am reminded of the power of capturing learnings in different ways. Blinding Flash of the Obvious (or “BFO”).
Bring your toolkit
Bring your toolkit with you, but be ready to use any of your tools or none. Choose to listen for Context before deciding on what…
Take time to identify the problem
At a recent meeting with a client leadership team, we took time for identifying and articulating a key problem sitting within the organisational behaviour.
Enjoying an old routine
I’m often known to say I like to have “only enough structure to allow flow”. At the same time, I do like my routine at times.
Accountability and #MakingPotentialPossible
Some provocative questioning from a dear friend after we recently met has me thinking about accountability and who I choose to work with.
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.
I partially disagree with Einstein
Einstein said: Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving. I do not wholly agree with Einstein.
Feeling hot, hot, hot!
This weekend the weather is hot in London. They’ve put out weather warnings telling us it is hot and there may be afternoon thunderstorms.
What gives you the right to play small?
We all, in some shape or form, “play small”, and limit our possibilities, as Marianne Williamson challenges us to recognise in her words above.
What are you feeling?
With coaching clients I may ask them “What are you feeling?”, then, if they answer in a way that seems to be lacking in clarity,…
Do not end on a high
Facilitators often feel under pressure to “end on a high”. I firmly believe that this is the opposite of the best way to gain optimal…
Challenge Directly – Just Do It !
Challenge Directly while Caring Personally.