Even life itself is a goal. Unconsciously your heart beats, you breathe and food & drink is turned into fuel as you digest. Their objectives are to keep you alive. To give you life. If they fail in their tasks, you’ll probably die. Throw in consciousness and we turn into goal setting and goal achievement machines. Find food, water, shelter, ... Read More »
Recent Thinking
Actions Are Priceless. Plans Are Meaningless.
Humans are hard-wired for action. We evolved the ability to plan to take better actions. Don’t confuse the two. You can spend so long in your head and on paper/ screen, modelling scenarios, that real life becomes oppressive. A ‘Deep End’ in business forces you to attach an immediate (usually uncomfortable) action to any plan, or element of a plan, ... Read More »
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Emotional Intelligence (EQ) is the core leadership skill
Your Emotional Intelligence, or EQ, is your ability to see, evaluate and act on or ... Read More » -
Self motivation: 7 critical do’s and don’ts
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Motivation: The 6 commandments
Strategy & Plans
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7 unusually effective communication principles for CEOs
Knowing where to take your business is down to your ability to create a compelling ... Read More » -
Implementation failure is everywhere: 8 people-based rules to avoid it
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Actions Are Priceless. Plans Are Meaningless.