It’s only just occurred to me that one client last year said to me in frustration, “I just wish the world would stop for a while.” One tends to hope that was a simple wish not a root cause of the current pandemic, but who knows? Though now it is … [Continue reading]
Stop Collaborating So Much!
A deadly serious message to all Executives and CEOs. Stop your team members collaborating - unless you are certain you have the correct strategy. Otherwise collaboration may well make things far worse and could even bring your organisation to an … [Continue reading]
Influencing Frightened People
We all know there are a lot of people around us who right now, are very afraid. The level of uncertainty, disruption is dare I say it, unprecedented. Assuming you have a job to do, and you need their cooperation, or at least wish to help them in … [Continue reading]
A Weekly Workout for Your Influencing Skill
Since influence is the stand-out skill of today, it pays dividends to invest in developing your capability. But, you don’t need to go on a course to get better at it, all you have to do is look around you, think, then experiment. Tell you what, try … [Continue reading]
Avoiding a Dramatic End to a Relationship
Recently I expressed an opinion to a close friend on a somewhat controversial topic. The reaction took me by surprise. It felt like our friendship came to a sudden and dramatic end. Unable to believe what she had just heard me say, her emotions … [Continue reading]
Street Fighter or Visionary: What’s Your Political MO?
Analysing the customary manner in which a stakeholder approaches organisational politics can give you insights into how they may respond to any move you make, and how you can adjust your own approach to be more effective with them. Reflecting this … [Continue reading]
Back in 2020, how big was your vision?
Hey, mornin’. ‘nother fine day! Since it’s my birthday today, appropriate for me to send out a quick message. As we roll through 2051, it’s great to see the end of the final “earth crimes” tribunal. Now we can close the book on that period and look … [Continue reading]
Birthday Reflections: Thriving with Optimism
Today, little surprise that I’m reflecting, as I’m sure you do on your birthday. Given the work I do, some of my thoughts today may be of use, and perhaps will cause you to pause and reflect too, even though it’s my birthday! Few can deny that this … [Continue reading]
If you were really talented…
Back in 2001 my opening words to a new cohort of highly motivated top-talent caused a stir. Attending the inaugural event of our prestigious leadership development programme, they saw my then colleague fall off her chair when I began, “If you were … [Continue reading]
Judge me not by my…
Judge me not by my profile, nor by how many like me. Instead, think about my words, and judge for yourself the impact they have on your work and in your life. Your praise and feedback means nothing to me if I leave you unchanged, so learn well and … [Continue reading]
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