Some of the best feedback I’ve received was early in my career and although it was certainly ‘tough love’, I listened to it and it’s made me the professional I am today. That same senior manager from all those years ... View Article
Article by 15 November 2016
To work in any profession, one should not only have “Subject Matter Expert” but must also suitable possess personality, behavior, acceptability, etiquette, mannerism, attitude, and professional approach, to work efficiently and to prosper. If you do not have the right ... View Article
Article by 11 November 2016
Google and the local press can occasionally throw up a link that demands a second look. For me it was a story in the Torquay Herald Express about a crowd-funding site set up after a young woman was killed in ... View Article
Article by 25 October 2016
(A Simple Calculation to Realize the Success of Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives) There is an increasing trend among progressive organizations to invest in productive Diversity and Inclusion measures that can provide a competitive edge in an unforgiving business environment. However, ... View Article
Article by 17 October 2016
I’m in the process of switching away from Microsoft’s ubiquitous Windows operating system to a new Mac. It’s something I’ve been pondering for a while and the need for a new laptop has prompted the change. It’s going pretty well ... View Article
Article by 6 October 2016
OF COURSE IT DOES! I say firmly now looking back at the former more sceptical self I used to be. I remember when I was studying my Master’s degree hearing about an approach called Appreciative Inquiry. For those who may ... View Article
Article by 4 October 2016
For me, weekends are a time to reflect upon my thoughts and be creative. Last weekend wasn’t any different. A bizarre thought crossed my mind that there was a connection between “Employee Retention” and “Successful Marriage.” At first, I thought that ... View Article
Article by 30 September 2016
I’ve been doing some pre-work preparing two separate seminars I am about to run for a major employer and a leading charity. The two seminars are very different but each will look at the personality of leadership. I have spent ... View Article
Article by 27 September 2016
I don’t think the world needs another blog on culture, vision and business values yet out of the 3 topics shared with me for this month’s features this one stood out. “Why is that?” I asked myself inquisitively. Here’s why ... View Article
Article by 21 September 2016