Helping folks with practical tips to manage themselves better
October 21, 2024
In a small village, a group of blind men heard about a strange creature called an elephant. Curious, they decided to touch it and learn what it was like. One man reached out and touched the elephant’s trunk. “It’s like Read more…
October 20, 2024
It’s always wise to look beyond the easy decision at hand and consider whether it might put you in a difficult position later. Some examples: Life is full of situations where the tide will be against you. To be in Read more…
October 18, 2024
Some days, I feel unstoppable. I handle meetings, conflicts, negotiations and issues with ease. Everything just flows. Other days (thankfully rare), it feels like a constant struggle. I’m jumpy, reactive, and not very productive. When I reflect on what separates Read more…
You might feel like the star of your own story, but when you drop the “Do you know who I am?” attitude, your story becomes better. Recently, I found myself in a heated meeting with a colleague, firmly convinced that my Read more…
October 17, 2024
“I just blocked your calendar for a catch-up the day after. I think I am lucky because I noticed your calendar was empty in the second half, so I quickly grabbed the slot,” a colleague mentioned to me this evening. Read more…
October 16, 2024
Set clear and high standards for yourself and focus on meeting them. When you reach those standards, celebrate and take pride in it. If you fall short, don’t dwell on it—focus on improving, working smarter, and getting better. But what Read more…
October 15, 2024
“If you want to be successful, you must respect one rule: never lie to yourself.”— Paulo Coelho Coelho’s quote pairs nicely with this one by professional hockey player Jason Spezza: “A big skill, if you want to play for a Read more…
October 14, 2024
A traveler stood at the edge of a quiet valley and wanted to see how far his voice would travel. So, he called out, “What can you give me?” His voice bounced back, “What can you give me?” Fascinated, he Read more…
October 13, 2024
Whenever I catch up with friends, family, or colleagues, the conversations often drift toward what’s not going well in our lives. “That person didn’t keep me informed,” or “She ignored me,” or “He wasn’t there for me.” We tend to Read more…
October 12, 2024
It’s been a long and busy week, keeping me on my toes. As I wind down into the weekend and sit to write my post, I’m struck by a simple truth: so much of our lives is shaped by luck. Read more…
