Conor Neill This is a harsh quote, but as I move through life and spend time with those who have achieved the things that most matter to them… I discover that they have an incredible ability to focus. My father commented that he finds that leaders have 3 types of activities on their calendars: vital, important and … Read more
How did Rockefeller make his fortune? Listening, thinking and reflecting… and a few good decisions Thinking work vs labour work – thinking work doesn’t look like work… it looks like slacking. I, and many around me, need to shift my idea of what “time-wasting” looks like and what actually is valuable. Rockefeller didn’t dig wells… … Read more
Finding your IKIGAI. IKIGAI is a Japanese concept meaning “A Reason for Being” People are different. Don’t try to be the same, or play the same game as other people. Find your strengths and play your own game. The 4 Elements of your IKIGAI IKIGAI is the union of 4 components of your life: If … Read more
Many “achievement-oriented” individuals do the next task… but Stephen Covey says there is a better way… If you liked this post, you will also like Getting your Life in order or Build Strong Foundations.
This was a response to a student’s question about handling nerves while speaking in public… Dear writer Thank you for your contribution to the program and the positive impact you have had on so many of your fellow classmates. You mention that you find it difficult to remain composed and not become overwhelmed by nerves … Read more
Jim Rohn once asked a lady “is the work you are doing providing for your family, and giving you the growth and challenge you want?” “…No…” and Jim asked “How much time are you searching for the opportunity that will?” Finding is reserved for those who search. I hope you love the opportunity you are … Read more
6 Types of coaching questions: G. R. E. A. S. E. A note on what we are exploring in each of these question categories: Set goals This is where almost all coaching conversations begin. The simplest form of the question is “What do you want?” If the other person doesn’t know what they want, or … Read more
“Most people I know have problems with Internet addiction” Paul Graham, writing in 2010. Paul Graham wrote an essay on “Addiction” back in 2010. It is even more relevant today, 14 years later. “Progress” Everything that is good… has been developed by humans and technology to get steadily better… at capturing and holding our attention. … Read more
The top 5 most viewed/shared videos that I have posted on Linkedin in 2023 are the following: First, with 82,667 views “It is not the mountain in front of you that will wear you out; it is the pebble in your shoe” Muhammad Ali Take great care to not accumulate pebbles in your shoe… They … Read more
David Senra of Founders Podcast recently shared a summary list of lessons from Warren Buffett which I found valuable: Here’s the original tweet from David Senra: If you liked this post, you will also like Warren Buffett: “We Need Inspirational Leaders” and Warren Buffett’s Greatest Error.