A journey through the world of lifelong learning…
Are you stuck in 'Identity Lag'? Discover why reaching your next level requires more than new skills—it demands a fundamental evolution of your professional self. Learn the psychology of identity evolution.
How tapping into your broader network of acquaintances uncovers fresh perspectives and accelerates professional growth. Discover the power of weak ties in your network. Learn how loose connections offer novel information, spark innovation, and open unexpected pathways for growth. A while ago, I faced a challenging business issue. My regular advisors—close colleagues, mentors, and friends—offered... Continue Reading →
Discover how aligning your actions with personal truths builds enduring trust and impact. Learn to lead with genuine conviction by aligning your decisions and behaviours with your deepest values. Build trust, inspire teams, and create lasting impact. I faced a tough professional choice, a sense of unease growing within me. The simpler option, offering swift... Continue Reading →
Unlock the Power of Conversation to Cultivate a Thriving, Loyal Workforce and Reduce Turnover. Discover how stay interviews proactively boost employee retention and engagement. Learn best practices for meaningful conversations that build trust and drive growth. I recall a time when a highly capable team member, Sonia, opted to join a rival company. A sense... Continue Reading →
Don't leap into the unknown. Use small-scale experiments, side projects, and informational interviews to learn about your next step before you take it. Test-drive your next career move. Learn how to use low-risk prototypes. Explore side projects and experiments. Gain clarity and knowledge about a new field or role. Have you ever found yourself at... Continue Reading →
Leadership is a behaviour, not a title. Master the skills of peer leadership through trust, competence, and collaborative influence. Learn to lead your peers effectively. Master the art of influencing without formal authority by building trust, demonstrating competence, and fostering collaboration. I distinctly remember an early project in my career. It was a complex undertaking,... Continue Reading →
What Olympic Athletes Teach Us About Conquering Fear of Judgment Freeze during small talk? Borrow confidence hacks from elite performers to navigate parties, pitches, and first dates. You’re at a work mixer. Someone asks, “So, what do you do?” Your throat tightens. Your palms sweat. Words vanish like cookies at a bake sale. Been there? Oh,... Continue Reading →
Discover how Millennials and Gen Z are shaping mentoring today. Join the conversation and see what fresh ideas they bring to the tableReverse mentoring. Image created by the authorImagine a fresh-faced 20-something showing a seasoned executive how to navigate the choppy waters of social media.Sounds crazy, right? Well, that’s exactly what’s happening in forward-thinking companies across the... Continue Reading →
After training over 5,000 professionals in corporate technology, I finally learned that my carefully crafted stories were missing the point entirely Room 401. Another Monday morning. Eight faces stared at me, a mix of anxiety and resignation. I was setting up my laptop, connecting to the projector, and getting ready to teach an advanced Excel course... Continue Reading →
Check out our recently published collection of stories exploring ordinary people and their fears of imperfectionCo-authors: James Taris and Keith Williams © 2014We are excited to share the release of our inaugural collection of short fiction works titled ‘Seven Ordinary People and Their Fear of Imperfection.’This anthology delves into the universal human struggles of self-doubt and... Continue Reading →
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