My Most Important Daily Ritual

When I researched my book The Edge, I asked dozens of super successful people if they practiced a daily routine. It’s no surprise that most did. For some, it was early morning exercise and meditation. For others, it was completing their must do list for the next day before they finished the last one. One […][...]

I Had One Hell Of A Day

On Tuesday, I completed my Day Without Words And I almost failed at the first hurdle. If you didn’t already know, I was completing a personal challenge of having a full day without talking, reading, writing, even listening to words. And to give myself some additional leverage, I raised £2,000 for the amazing organisation Changing […][...]

You’re Only Committed When You Commit

It’s easier than ever to say ‘yes’. Equally, it’s harder than ever to see it through! Too many distractions.  Too many people who want a bit of your time. Too many box-sets to get through and too many status updates to read. A few weeks ago, I asked for challenges to get me out of […][...]

How To Brainstorm

Everyone claims to know how to brainstorm. The rules are universal: Be open Listen Explore all ideas Actively contribute Make connections Write everything down Never say NO! You know it, I know it, everyone knows it. So why do most brainstorms fail? Because of the (often) unsaid rules. Leave ego at the door Be fascinated […][...]

They Were Fully Booked

I’ve always said I’d never get caught up in FOMO* – then I came to a startling realisation …. I wanted to book a table at a nice restaurant for a family meal on December 2nd.  Of course, I wanted 8pm, a long lazy dinner, window seat, not too close to the door (they don’t call me […][...]

Fundamentally Lazy

I have a friend who spent a summer in Greece working just one day in every two weeks. When his money ran out he would scout the beaches selling bus trips. In one day he could make enough to live off for two weeks. So why didn’t he work two, three or four days a […][...]

What Just Chillin Could Be Costing

I was going to call this blog, ‘Not Netflix and chill’; then I looked up what ‘Netflix and chill’ means and realised how completely out of touch I was with the urban dictionary! So, let’s stick with just good old chillin’. I’m a huge advocate of relaxing; your mind and body needs it. But rather […][...]

Wow What A Response

Last week I asked readers for a challenge to get me out of my comfort zone.  If you missed my message, you can read it here. I’ve been inundated with suggestions ranging from the simple to the simply outrageous. Some of my favourites included: Play the guitar in front of an audience after one lesson! […][...]

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