February 21, 2017
#MTtalk: Is It Criticism or Feedback?
This is not the proudest blog post that I’ve ever written. But I feel that it’s only fair to let you see my experience of…
Posts categorised with 'Career Skills'
February 16, 2017
“Yes, I Will!” – the Power of a Promise
An early morning appointment seemed such a good idea when I booked it. What else would I be doing with that time, anyway? Probably setting…
February 7, 2017
#MTtalk: How Do You Like to Learn?
I could drive a car by the age of 13. Of course my mother didn’t know, until the day that she wanted to teach me…
February 1, 2017
Your Top Tips for Minimizing Distractions
How many times have you been completely absorbed in your work, only to be ripped “out of the zone” by infuriating distractions? Then, when…
January 30, 2017
Awards, Rewards and Recognition
It’s the change from one season to the next. Christmas trees have been taken down, twinkling lights no longer adorn suburban homes, the last of…
January 12, 2017
How Can We Make Our Predictions Foolproof?
Nowadays, the pace at which life changes seems faster than ever. Trends come and go, technology changes (almost daily), and don’t even get…
January 10, 2017
#MTtalk: Making Your Goals Work for You!
This is the story of my 2017 (and the goals achieved) so far: Page 1 of 365. Mostly blank. A few pleasurable activities.
December 19, 2016
It’s Just the Economy, Stupid!
We’ve highlighted how organizations are suffering because their senior leaders are too slow, or too unwilling, to drive innovation.
December 15, 2016
Conform or Rebel – Which Is Wiser?
Are you a conformist or a rebel? I know that “either/or” questions are grossly unfair, and there are certainly many ideal locations between these two…
November 17, 2016
Actions: Do They Really Speak Louder Than Words?
My early memories are dominated by being both in awe of – and intimidated by – my older brother Mike. He knew exactly how to…
October 6, 2016
Goal Setting: Don’t Lose Motivation!
When we set ourselves a goal, we usually do so in a flush of enthusiasm and optimism. It can be a New Year’s resolution to get…
September 23, 2016
Forget the Monday Morning Blues and Find Pleasure in Your Career!
You’ve just got into the swing of the weekend and, yep, you’ve guessed it, Monday’s here again. Cue setting alarm clocks, tossing and turning…