Beyond the Crucible meets When Leaders Are Lost.
I recently had the immense privilege and pleasure of being interviewed by Warwick Fairfax and Gary Schneeberger on the Beyond the Crucible Podcast. Hailing from the Fairfax Media Dynasty, Warwick’s name is synonymous with status, wealth, influence, and the very public demise of the family company in 1987. Since walking through his own devastating crucible, […]
Managing your expectations in the face of the workplace revolution
In this era of profound change in the world of work and the extended life expectancy of people, it’s not just a shift but a revolution. Improvements in healthcare and lifestyle are enabling people to live longer lives, and it’s not limited to so-called ‘Western’ or ‘developed’ nations; this is a global phenomenon. Add to […]
Why the death of the three-stage life doesn’t have to mean the end of a fulfilling life!
As a leader, where do you see yourself in five years? How about ten years? What’s your career trajectory, and does retirement factor into your thinking? As you ponder these questions, what’s at the forefront of your mind? Are you thinking about your passions and what you want to accomplish, or is it about your […]
Adapt and Innovate: Why companies need to embrace failure to flourish.
The COVID-19 pandemic taught us a lot, not least how quickly a three- or five-year strategy can become redundant. We witnessed the unfortunate demise of thousands of businesses as long-term plans came to naught. However, a good number demonstrated tremendous resiliency principally by changing what they identified as their core indicators of success. Their ability […]
What your business is experiencing is normal… mostly.
Like relationships, no one really goes into business expecting it to fail. Yet, more than half of all businesses don’t survive beyond five years1. As a business owner you want to grow your business into one that’s thriving and profitable, often investing an immeasurable amount of time, money, sweat and tears to make this a […]
Too busy to reflect? That’s exactly when you need to.
The end of a year is often considered an opportune time to reflect. As we wind down for the year and transition from a hectic pre-Christmas schedule to more of a holiday pace, there are moments that present themselves as invitations to stop and take stock of the year that’s been. Reflecting on key moments […]
How time plays a bigger role in your success than you might think
You’ve set SMART goals for yourself and your team. They’re specific, measurable, attainable, and realistic. You’ve even set the deadline for when you’d like to tick them off your list. But have you ever considered that the time frame you put on your goals is a big factor in whether or not they get accomplished? […]
How do I mobilize my team when working from home?
As the world edges out of lockdowns, businesses are continuing to adapt to new working practices. Many teams may still be finding their feet in the new hybrid working environment where team members are more geographically dispersed with less opportunities for face-to-face contact. Navigating and managing team dynamics is often difficult enough without the added […]
What to do when life moves the goalposts (again)
Studies show that more people are pursuing safety rather than taking risks as the pandemic continues to impact businesses and economies around the world. A survey for consulting platform consultancy.uk showed that the pandemic’s impact will result in more people being risk-averse in future years, even after lockdowns ease. However, what appears to be the […]
What does Intel’s powerful microchip have in common with the Volkswagen Beetle?
Heavy fog found me sitting in a crowded lounge at Sydney Airport when Tony and Carlo asked if they could join me at my table. After we had introduced ourselves, our conversation surprisingly turned to the anxiety many young people experience in relation to career choices and the future of work. This quickly led to […]