Are you making promises you can keep? One of the most critical elements of problem-solving is accountability. No matter how well you understand the problem or how awesome your...
Do you have a fast-food or a fine-dining mindset? When we’re starting a new year and thinking about what we’d like to achieve, it’s easy to fall into a trap of having an ambition that...
What do carrots and teams have in common?Perhaps more than you might at first think. At the supermarket last weekend my attention was caught by a table with bags of carrots for a...
Six ways to respond to unsolicited adviceHelpful advice is not always helpful. Has this ever happened to you? You're in the middle of a great conversation with someone and they...
What is "Thinking, Fast and Slow" & Two Types of Thinking?I read this article today and it left me feeling disheartened. It also reminded me of Daniel Kahneman's book "Thinking, Fast and Slow" in...
🤔 Are you missing a vital ingredient?Making bread is like building momentum. To achieve the right outcome you need the right ingredients and, they need to be put together in...
How well are you seeing what is going on around you at work? I decided to spend today exploring the city I've lived in for over twenty years. I channeled my inner tourist and found some self guided...
When you think of the future of leadership, do you feel optimistic or pessimistic? I have to admit that when we’re talking about leadership at a global level, I’ve often found myself in the latter camp. This weekend,...
ARE YOU WADING THROUGH THE MESS of a complex problem?For me, yesterday was messy. I spent all day dismantling a complex challenge being faced by one of my clients. Like most of those I work...
Does a day at work feel like you're "coming and going"? Does a day at work feel something like this sculpture? It's called "Coming and Going" by Les Kossatz. When we feel like we're coming and...
Do you have the alignment you need to succeed?When it was operational, this beacon used to guide ships into Port Phillip Bay. However, it couldn't do it on its own. In fact, right...
Five ways to re-energise your team when that restructure is finally overOrganisational restructures are a common occurrence in many businesses. But as a leader, how can you ensure your new team hits the ground...