We all know the theoretical strategies for when mistakes happen and for most, they’re easy to implement for the little things. The latest raft of issues about our covid-19 response however, highlights so many things NOT to do. Now this isn’t a political discussion because I’m pretty sure the poor handling of the mistakes couldContinue reading “Own your mistakes”
Category Archives: Thoughts
Interest is not a result.
If you have what you think is a good idea, an idea that others tell you is a good idea – is it still a good idea if it doesn’t work? Liking something and wanting to support it is not the same as actually supporting it. We see this in so many areas of life.Continue reading “Interest is not a result.”
Seeing Great Things
A quote from GK Chesterton has always stuck with me. “One sees great things from the valley; only small things from the peak.” This analogy can be applied to so many different situations in life but the more I ponder the question of leadership, the more apt it becomes. We talk about humility being aContinue reading “Seeing Great Things”
Bah technology – who needs it?
I’ve just returned from 14 days ‘off grid’ – no internet and no cell coverage – and guess what, I survived! In fact I didn’t miss it at all. The first few days I did missed the football results (and not keeping up with the transfer window was also tough) but even that ceased toContinue reading “Bah technology – who needs it?”
The meaning of life
Once I got through the first few minutes, I found this so powerful. I don’t normally share random things like this – but sometimes things really hit you between the eyes https://meaningconference.co.uk/videos/maff-potts.php
Change
The world of business is changing, doing good is mainstream and some big names are championing the shift. https://sway.office.com/O9j6pyRDfZmb1KIj?ref=Link
Business and doing good
In leadership, we now frequently talk about purpose. It’s mainstream and it’s powerful. Business can be a lever for doing good in our communities, and for making a better world. If you haven’t come across the concept of B Corp Certification previously, I urge you to watch this video. You don’t have to go downContinue reading “Business and doing good”
Pondering Upon Purpose
I found myself musing business ‘purpose’ this morning. Being awake at 3:oo am leads to some interesting (or is that confusing) thinking. To borrow and ‘repurpose’ a phrase “you don’t choose a passion, a passion chooses you”. So many good people are out there helping organisations to identify and/clarify their purpose. To help people realiseContinue reading “Pondering Upon Purpose”
Never forget
Amidst the enthusiasm for our new journeys and passions, a very old saying is worth remembering… “Your family would rather your presence than your presents” Your loved ones, whatever form the relationship make take, are still a big part of who you are. Never forget that, even when you are striving for a magical purpose!
Authentically authentic!
Two years ago I posted my definition of authenticity. Authentic is still one of the current buzz words and for me, once I see a word being used in discussions around mainstream marketing, I know it’s been well and truly kidnapped. Authentic is a word we should be using and to help reclaim it, hereContinue reading “Authentically authentic!”
The Optimistic Cynic 