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In the articles below, I hope you find some useful insights, or that they can be the start of a great conversation! If you find an article you enjoy, please share it or leave a comment at the bottom of the page.
Feeling Overwhelmed
Life is a series of daily negotiations and decisions, which though necessary, can be overwhelming. Hope is always available but on some days we have to go foraging for it. In times like this, I find myself thinking of prevention, relief and cure for this condition of being overwhelmed.
Career Mistakes to Avoid
We could all do with some help in spotting the issues that are unknowingly blocking our success. As my contribution to the effort, here are 5 mistakes I’ve noticed that pop up in how we manage our careers that should be avoided.
30-Something & Struggling
Assuming you’ve managed to convert your plans into reality, what happens next? What if you’re struggling to cope with all the things you’ve added to your life and instead of them making you happy, you’re jaded and overwhelmed instead?
Seasons
I get these intuitions which come and go about whether I am “in season” for the year ahead. Being in season feels like having such strong internal alignment that I approach life with the firm belief that everything that matters can and will fall into place
Millenial Musings
Millenials are young, but not that young. We need to be careful of what could trip us up or represent missed opportunity at this sensitive time. I am curious what is on your list of opportunities and risks for the decade ahead as I share mine with you.
Networking: The Ultimate Power Skill
Whatever misgivings we may have about networking, it has stood the test of time as the most effective way to work through people in order to identify and connect with opportunities. How are you using it to your advantage?
Momentum: Is the Force With You?
Momentum is how I view the compound effect of decisions big and small which create real world outcomes and consequences. It’s what happens when the theory of compound interest meets life.
The Art of a Good Question
Asking questions gives us the room to explore, and along the way we get to clarify our intentions, the problems we are trying to address and the solutions that will get us there.
Mt Kilimanjaro: A Journey to Myself
The journey up this mighty mountain taught me several things about myself, and I often tap into these memories whenever I encounter difficulties.
Off the Court: Lessons from Tennis
Career Conversations with GenZs
Let’s get off the starting blocks strong! Here are 10 tips for GenZs to consider at the outset of their careers.