Cheat at golf, cheat at life
I used to work for an amazing CEO who is an avid golfer, and this is a popular expression of his. Golf is in many respects a solitary endeavour, even when you play with a group. Some people are happy to kick the ball from the rough onto the fairway. Some are happy to claim […]
Conflict or Confirmation?
When debating a topic, how open are you to having your opinion challenged? For many people, when they say “let’s have a debate”, they really mean “allow me the chance to change your opinion”. They may feel like they’re entering the debate with an open-mind, but they really are seeking confirmation and reinforcement of their […]
What am I solving for?
This is a great question to ask throughout the process of making change in your life, big or small. It’s great to ask at the start when you encounter a problem. You’ve identified that something needs to change in your life, and you want to be sure you’re addressing the cause of the problem, and […]
Making perfect pancakes
I love pancakes (not as much as ice cream, but definitely up there). I don’t enjoy them as frequently now, but for years I used to make pancakes every weekend. Here are some tips for the perfect pancake: Use self-raising flour, NOT plain flour. I have no idea why some recipes recommend plain flour – […]
Everyone is carrying a load
As much as we try to let go of things in our life, there will always be things that weigh on our minds. Our identity is a collection of our experiences, and sometimes this can make for a heavy load. Rather than feeling like you need to let things go, it may help to consider […]
The gift of finished
A completed task can feel so satisfying. The world almost stands still for a moment and creates this wonderful space that surrounds you. You begin to wonder then, if finishing things is so satisfying, why are so many tasks in our life waiting to be completed? Just take this moment to think about a task […]
You are someone’s hero
They say you should never meet your heroes. That may be because the real-life version is different to what you idolise. If that’s the case, the expression should really be “you should never meet your idols”. Because when you’re asked “who is your hero?”, are you more likely to name a celebrity, or is your […]
That was a productive day
What does productive mean to you? When you say your day was productive, does it mean you got a lot of things done? Did you have a breakthrough with a problem you’ve been trying to solve? Did you make a lot of progress on a task? But what about the days where you wrestled with […]
Federer’s Comeback
It’s been 12 months since Federer has competed. During that time, there has been a lot of speculation about his retirement. I would guess on some level you have an emotional interest in this. You may not follow tennis, or be an avid tennis fan – but when Federer’s name is mentioned, does it grab […]
Thank you but not now
Success isn’t just about what you commit to, it’s also about what you say no to. But saying no to opportunities or invitations can be really challenging. You may not want to offend, or feel like you’re missing out, so you feel uncomfortable declining. The next time an opportunity comes your way which you’d rather […]