Blogs

Sep 21
1 min

We Approach Our Career Differently During Each Stage of Life

Over a decade ago, I learnt about The SCARF Model developed by David Rock. Throughout my career, I’ve subconsciously applied it. The...

Sep 14
1 min

Why Should You Read Any of My Three Books?

Over the weekend, we sent the final proofread manuscript for Making Life Happen, including the nineteen cartoon pictures, to the...

Sep 7
1 min

The Rise of the "In Business" CIO

A long-time industry friend rang me the other week to say they were considering a new role. It wasn’t a traditional CIO role of managing...

Aug 31
1 min

What Makes You Memorable?

Everyone has something that is their differentiator. What’s yours? How does it show up? What do people constantly return to you for? I’ve...

Aug 24
2 min

How To Write a Compelling Blurb

Immediately after picking up a book, the thing most people go to read first is the blurb on the back. It’s one of the most powerful...

Aug 17
2 min

How Important is TRUST?

A few weeks ago, I met with a former senior colleague, whom I deeply respect and have learned much from. We always have great...

Aug 12
2 min

My Learnings From Writing Three Books

As publishing of my latest book "Making Life Happen" approaches, I’m frequently asked (as I was at the same pre-publishing time of my...

Aug 3
1 min

The Three Phases of a Career

I’m often asked about how to build a career by fellow parents, less experienced colleagues and alumni. The topic is discussed in my...

Jul 26
2 min

Read the Manuscript for My New Book!

Over the past year, I’ve been writing on vacations. It’s a hobby I enjoy immensely. And some exciting news - I now have a completed draft...

Jul 21
2 min

Why Our Resolutions Don't Stick

Several years ago, I stopped making new year’s resolutions and began a life of intentions. It wasn’t a conscious decision, it was...

Jul 13
2 min

What Memories Are Being Made for Your Employees?

I arrived in Manila on a Saturday afternoon in May. After checking into my hotel, I changed and headed out for my evening meal. By this...

Jun 30
2 min

Time Allocation for Time Poor Executives

As a former CIO and Digital Executive, I understand and empathise with any technology executive when it comes to balancing their time. To...

Jun 23
1 min

How to Evolve People and Organisations

A recent social media memory reminded me that my book, “Finding A Better Way", was in its first print run two years ago this month. Since...

Jun 23
2 min

AI Predictions: Knowledge vs Experience

Ask an AI tool anything, and you’ll receive a reasonably good answer. In the past, many have engaged organisations for answers. But the...

Jun 15
1 min

What a Volunteer Board Should Know About Cyber Security

My child’s school was hacked. The school communicated very well to those impacted, with regular and detailed information as it emerged. A...

Jun 8
2 min

5 "A's" for a BRIGHT Professional Future

My phone rings, and I smile. It’s a client of four years, who is now a professional friend. We haven’t spoken for six months. In this...

Jun 1
2 min

5 Lessons From “Jules” a Child Basketball Player

It’s an afternoon on the weekend, and one of my children's basketball teams is playing. There are a range of ages and skills within the...

May 25
2 min

6 Types of Relationships We Need for Our Wellbeing

It’s Sunday morning, and I’ve just returned home from a community meeting where I freely gave some of my time. It felt really good! Now,...

May 17
1 min

How To Prepare for a Successful Job Interview

It’s Sunday morning. I’m sweaty after an hour of yoga, and I notice another yogi is hanging back, waiting to talk with me… They have a...

May 11
1 min

Making Considered Career Choices

An evening four weeks ago, I was at a Swinburne alum event. Over 100 graduates attended, and I am always super impressed by how...