This Small Shift Changes Everything
Yesterday I was reminded of something subtle – but incredibly impactful. I shared an exciting idea with my wife. The kind that carries energy, possibility, and forward movement. And almost instinctively, she started raising all the potential obstacles. It was then that I reminded her about the secret of flow. When an opportunity or a […]
“We Just Couldn’t Do Without You”
We couldn’t do this without you.” “You’re our rock star.” “Don’t ever even think about leaving, ok?” If you’ve ever heard one or more of these from your boss, you probably feel pretty good. Being seen as indispensable at work can make you feel significant and give you a (perhaps misguided) sense of job security. […]
Why I Love Ironing
I know a few people think I’m weird, but I love ironing. Since I was a young boy, I would spend hours watching my mom iron. The smell of starched shirts, climbing into bed with fresh sheets… nothing better. In my free time, I open a window, put on some music and iron. This is […]
The Four Horsemen of Destructive Relationships
In every relationship — whether romantic, professional, or personal — how we communicate matters. Often, it’s not the big issues that cause breakdowns, but the subtle, corrosive habits we repeat in our daily interactions. Psychologist Dr. John Gottman, after decades of research on relationships, identified four toxic communication styles. He named them after the […]
The Hidden Cost of People Pleasing
Being Too Nice Can Backfire On the surface, being nice seems like a good thing. People like you somehow always find a way to seek your help. When you are over accommodating, you may unwittingly inviting people to exploit your generosity. When you’re constantly adjusting your behaviour to make others comfortable, you silence your own […]
How Well Do You Regulate Your Emotions?
Yesterday, I was involved in an incident of road rage that has left me shaken, my car damaged, and my neck bruised. It all happened quickly. One minute I was driving along in the flow of traffic, and the next, a man brandishing a sjambok leapt from his car in an attempt to assault the […]
BUILD RAPPORT, BUILD TRUST, CREATE CUSTOMERS FOR LIFE
In every economic cycle, there comes a time when the winds of change shift. Budgets tighten, consumer confidence dips and buyers become more cautious. These are the hard times – the crucible moments that test not only our resilience but our ability to sell with authenticity, creativity and clarity. Whether you’re in sales, entrepreneurship, […]
The Five Agreements
Your Path To Success Success in the workplace goes far beyond technical skills or industry knowledge. It’s also about how we communicate, collaborate, and cultivate meaningful relationships. Don Miguel Ruiz’s The Five Agreements provides a robust framework for personal and professional growth. When applied in the workplace, these agreements can lead to a more harmonious, productive and […]
Time or Money?
What Are You Willing To Trade Your Life for? It’s hard to be held accountable for our time. It’s easily consumed, squandered, and lost. Yet, it receives far less attention than the attention we put on money—few of us carefully budget how we’ll spend our next small windfall of time. We worry about wasting money […]