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We are angry, confused, sharing non-truths and generally just messed up. The last 24 months have caused this. The problem, like fire, is this spreads quickly and far. We are becoming sheeple – and sharing the tidbits we have gleaned while scrolling on our phones or social pages. The problem however is not the world. … Read moreWhat is wrong with the World?
The hardest decisions are usually the unpopular ones. So, like removing a band-aid, do it quickly! The longer you think about making a decision the more time you will have of changing your mind and not making it. Remember your brain is designed to protect you at all cost – so the longer you allow … Read moreDo you know the key to making tough decisions?
It’s actually simple; You need to realise that you are not in the business of what your business sells or does! Leaders forget that they are in the People business! Yip – If you lead a plumbing company, you don’t sell plumbing services, you lead the people in the business – you make sure that … Read moreWant to know the biggest mistakes leaders make?
The hardest battles you will ever have , are the temptations that are presented every day. The distractions that stop you doing what you should be doing. I have a weakness when it comes to Series. I watch “one more” instead of going to sleep. Here is the real cost – I am tired the … Read moreFight the battle (Especially over the weekend)!
Let’s look at the difference between the two: Both are necessary but you need to know which role you are in. Leadership is figuring out the right things to do management is doing those things right. Effective leadership is ensuring the quality of the outcome or deciding on the right direction to take. Management – … Read moreAre you a leader or a manager?
Most people are promoted for the wrong reasons! Maybe they are smart and/or have a degree? Maybe they were good in a different company and now they have been promoted in your company? This unfortunately is the not the key ingredient for someone to be promoted. The key understanding is that there is a massive … Read moreDo you know how to promote people properly?
Everything you over-do, is because you have a void or there is something that you lack. However, these over-actions cause other (usually) bigger problems. Over doing is used to hide things that we are not happy with. The challenge is we try and change these actions that we do because of what we are lacking. … Read moreWant a fix for some of your problems?
It’s probably a bit late to say “Happy New Year” as we are around the corner from February! But untila Australia Day our year doesn’t really kick into gear! Last year I recommended using the down-time to plan and reflect for 2022. I hope you used the time wisely and productively. So today I thought … Read moreStop trying to find yourself
Yes there is! Most of us don’t know that we have it in us. Being a hero means going beyond what is normal under extreme circumstances. There are lots of stories about unbelievable feats of strength or courage when push comes to shove. But being a hero is not always about the physical attributes. Sometimes … Read moreIs there a Hero in you?
Yesterday I spoke about being Brave or more importantly, that it is already in you. What is important to remember on your journey to success is that those around you are there for the journey too. You see – when you make a decision to open your own business or start a new venture, chances … Read moreThere is no “I” in Brave