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!
Category Archives: Thoughts
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!”
Happiness
Your happiness doesn’t come free, but you need to be free to be happy. Nokwethemba Nkosi
Look Out!
Be the inspiration – become a leader to people outside of your organisation as well as leading your own team. Be the dynamic external leader that seeks to truly change the world
Words
I’m forever being reminded about that simple statement… Your actions speak louder than your words
Wait for it…
A book about how business can change the world, including: The Zone The Touchpoint Model Thoughts on changing our future After many months (many many months), the first rough draft has been finished. Now for the editing…
A nice quote
“As business leaders, we should not choose between profit or good; rather, we must choose to profit from good. And that requires connecting what we do with a purpose beyond profit – a reason to exist that meets our shared sense of ‘doing good’” Punit Renjen
More than a logo
My logo shows a coffee cup Those that know me, know that this is more than just a logo…. So my new mantra is – “an empty cup is full of ideas”. And remember, I’m always willing to empty a cup on your behalf.
Economic Development
If you’re on LinkedIn and connected with anyone from the Waikato, chances are you would have seen at least one post around the Waikato Regional Economic Development Agency – now called Te Waka and the summit held last week. Far from the collection of “Hamiltoncentric” corporates I feared would make up the majority of invitees,Continue reading “Economic Development”
The Optimistic Cynic 