Why Being Unreasonable Can Lead to Extraordinary Results We’re brought up to have an understanding of what is or is not “reasonable”. Is it reasonable to expect someone to help you for no financial reward? Is it reasonable to ask someone to complete something in…
According to a recent Gallup analysis, 51% of Europe’s working population is actively job searching or watching for new opportunities. Furthermore, the UK is ranked 16th out of 38 European countries with the most stressed workforce. Perhaps it’s no wonder that many employees are reassessing…
There is so much alignment between great military powers and great businesses. Unfortunately, not enough of what works in the military is applied to commerce. Here is what creates great military powers that endure: Leadership: A great military must have strong leadership at all levels. This means…
Have you ever heard that “People are promoted to their level of incompetence”? It was an assertion made by Dr Laurence J Peter in his satirical book “The Peter Principle”, published in 1968 and still in print today. He was mocking management and management concepts,…
The larger you build your business, the more that changes for you however, something that remains constant is the requirement to get things done. You see, the most successful people I’ve worked with and coached have worked this out. As they’ve grown their businesses, and…
Approaching difficult scenarios with skilful communication is a valuable skill that can help you navigate challenging situations while maintaining relationships and achieving positive outcomes. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you handle difficult scenarios with finesse: 1. Stay Calm: Before addressing the issue, take a…
Communication is the cornerstone of human interaction, and it plays a pivotal role in both personal relationships and professional success. Whether you’re looking to improve your conversations with friends, family, colleagues, or even strangers. Follow these 10 simple tips to help you enhance your communication…
Thought to have originated from a saying by Hillel the Elder, a Jewish rabbi who lived in the first century BC, the original saying is: “If I am not for myself, who will be for me? And when I am for myself, what am ‘I’?…
The short clip below is a perfect example of the long term impact of decision and execution velocity (D&E velocity). There’s 40 years between the 2 pit stops! And it made me think about the impact of D&E velocity and why this is such a…
What can we learn from the Navy SEALs, one of the most effective organisations in the world, about planning? In his book ’The Navy SEAL Art of War’ Rob Roy, himself a 25-year SEAL veteran, explains that success is not about being the toughest person, but…
