Can I Give You Some Feedback?
May 23rd 2024 by
Ah, feedback. The word itself makes you tense, doesn’t it? We all crave the positive kind, the pats on the back that make you feel like a rockstar. So why do you wince when someone offers you feedback? Here’s the thing: no one enjoys criticism. ‘Can I give you some feedback?’ is hardly ever followed by, ‘You’re absolutely […]
in Innovation and Thinking | (16) comments
Oddorable – the thin line between freaky and quirky
May 16th 2024 by
There’s a guy from Croydon who dresses as a wizard and has embedded the chip from his oyster card into a wand. Imagine him, fully robed, passing through the barriers at London Bridge and with a swish of his wand the gates obediently open. I’d describe him as oddorable. A bit odd… but also adorable. […]
in Innovation and Thinking | (4) comments
Remember when…
May 9th 2024 by
Remember when you first started texting? The novelty of writing real sentences on your phone was extraordinary. Better than having to actually talk to someone! Then those words were abbreviated. Cue early adopters and old fart confusion. I remember receiving texts from my daughter that were more complex than The Times cryptic crossword! It felt […]
in Inspiration | (26) comments
Bank Holidays… Again
May 2nd 2024 by
Yep, it’s that time again. Two this month for most of the UK and at least one for most of the world. May is a magic month for a long weekend or a national holiday. And other than a few exceptions the majority of countries take a day to celebrate ‘Workers’. Like any special day, […]
in Innovation and Thinking | (11) comments
Loving Learning
April 25th 2024 by
What a week. Three major keynotes in 6 days to over 1,750 people. A Leadership Conference in a theatre. A Business Conference in an arena. A Managers Conference in a hotel. Although the situations, venues and themes were quite different. All three screamed something to me. Everyone had chosen to be there. The leadership conference […]
in Inspiration | (7) comments
The deception of decision
April 18th 2024 by
You’ve probably heard of situation, perception, decision. This is where, when you find yourself in a situation (often a sticky one), you use this three-step process. First, know where you are. That’s to focus on the actual situation. Then what it means to you. In other words, your perception of the situation. With that information, […]
in Inspiration | (6) comments
The tell-tale signs you’ve taken on too much
April 11th 2024 by
Recognise any of these? A meeting is cancelled and you’re relieved. You freeze and you’re not sure what to do next. Previously simple tasks feel complex. The quality of your work decreases. You don’t have time for your health. You keep forgetting things. You’re ALWAYS tired. You’re prone to headaches, muscle tension, picking up every […]
in Time Management | (13) comments
The 4 Sets
April 4th 2024 by
I believe there are four sets which are essential to personal success: Mindset Toolset Skillset Peopleset Mindset is the foundation – I would say that I’m a motivational speaker. But it is. I know plenty of people who have incredible opportunities and maybe even the other sets but without the right mindset it’s difficult to […]
in Personal Development | (2) comments
Are you superstitious?
March 28th 2024 by
Have you ever paused to ponder the significance you attach to situations, items, or even superstitions in your life? I find it fascinating how we fill them with meaning. Sometimes, that can lead you down a rabbit hole of misunderstanding and misinterpretation. Take superstitions; those curious beliefs ingrained in cultures worldwide. They’re fascinating and full […]
in Innovation and Thinking | (7) comments
Not a flat white
March 21st 2024 by
To give my brain a break and my creativity, some input, I decided to take a walk in a park. Not my local park – a new one. Heaton Park. It’s one of those hidden spots which gives a beautiful lift to the East Newcastle community. I like supporting local businesses, so I ignored the […]
in Inspiration | (16) comments