Listening Generously
A number of years ago my coach used the phrase "Listening Generously", and I have used it many times since to emphasise the need for us all, both in our personal and business relationships, to hear what others are saying and meaning without pre-empting a response or...
21 February, 2017
What really motivates us?
Motivation is what gets us to do things. Whether it is getting up at dawn to exercise in order to improve our physical and /or mental health, or putting that bit extra in at work to deliver on an expectation, impress the boss, or stand out...
22 July, 2016
What does success mean to you?
Comparing ourselves to others’ “success” can be a double-edged sword. Yes, we might find it inspiring but if not managed it can also have the effect of making our own successes seem futile. We are all different and as such need to be self-aware and comfortable...
09 July, 2016
“Everybody is a genius. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing that it is stupid.”
Reportedly attributed to Einstein, the quote highlights the importance of recognising and playing to our strengths. When I was a young(er) lad, many of my school reports would reflect that “I was pretty good at…. But really needed to work on my ….” So from an early...
18 March, 2016
Leadership: “You can’t please all of the people, all of the time…”
Lots of debate on who originally said this… Abraham Lincoln? Leadership can be a very lonely place; its not a popularity contest (outside the political environment, where you have to win to serve). Leadership is a privilege that should not be taken lightly. Tough decisions are generally tough...
04 March, 2016