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Sep 28, 20232 min read
Dissolving Complexity with Precision Questioning
Precision Questioning (PQ) is an intellectual toolkit developed at Stanford University for critical thinking and problem-solving. Bill...
Sep 21, 20231 min read
We Approach Our Career Differently During Each Stage of Life - SCARF Model
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, 20231 min read
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, 20231 min read
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, 20231 min read
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, 20232 min read
How to Write a Compelling Book 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, 20232 min read
Is TRUST the New Higher Order?
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, 20232 min read
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, 20231 min read
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, 20232 min read
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, 20232 min read
Why Our New Year's 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, 20232 min read
What Memories are Being Made for Your Employees? - Employee Engagement!
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, 20232 min read
Time Management 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....
Jun 23, 20231 min read
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, 20232 min read
AI Predictions: Knowledge vs Experience
Ask an AI tool anything, and you’ll receive a reasonably good answer. Here are some AI predictions. In the past, many have engaged...
Jun 15, 20231 min read
What a Volunteer Board Should Know About Cybersecurity
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, 20232 min read
5 "A's" for a BRIGHT Professional Future - Career Tips for Success
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 2, 20232 min read
5 Life 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, 20232 min read
6 Types of Relationships We Need for Our Wellbeing - Positive Psychology
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, 20231 min read
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...
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