Success: It is not luck, it is Return on Luck

Last week, I listened to Jim Collins at the Growth Summit in Barcelona.  He shared 4 hours with us via video. There were three concepts that he shared with us that really struck a chord with me.  Today I wanted to put down my thoughts about the final concept that Jim shared:  Return on Luck. … Read more

Event 15/5: Greatness through Choice

Have you read Jim Collins’ latest book “Great by Choice”?  It’s a must read. Jim is beaming into Barcelona LIVE 15th May from 14:30 – 18:00 – think of it as a private movie premiere – he’s one of the best presenters I’ve ever seen.  100 execs of companies gathering in Barcelona hosted by me … Read more

Emotional Manipulators: Wolves in Sheep’s Clothing

Emotional Manipulators: Wolves in Sheep’s Clothing Beware of Wolves in Sheep’s Clothing The Psychological literature identifies Personalities that are Manipulative, the “Wolves in Sheeps Clothing”.  These are people that use deceit in their dealings with those around them.  The Manipulator may be conscious of their manipulation, or unconscious and blind to their willful use of … Read more

4 Vital Questions for Every Powerpoint Slide

I am sitting in an audience at a conference.  This third speaker today started well.  He seems interesting and speaks with passion. He is now on his seventh powerpoint slide. Each slide is interesting and well designed.  He has worked hard to find good images and pithy quotes. My neighbour leans in towards me.  I lean towards him. … Read more

Closing Chapters: If you are falling, dive.

When I was 13 years old, American Football became the passion of my group of friends at school in Dublin.  We would play our version of touch American Football up on a tarmac area behind school. I remember catching the football and running for the end zone.  A member of the other team caught my … Read more