“Half the promises people say were never kept, were never made.” … Edgar Watson Howe (1853 – 1937) US editor, novelist, humorist, essayist Have you ever heard someone in their frustration say, “I shouldn’t have to ask, they should know that they should help me …” We have certainly heard something like that many times […]
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We all have our opinions about the other human beings we know. As our opinions orient us in life, our view of others and their views of us play a critical part in what is possible and what we can achieve. Throughout our life we trade with each other to get what we need to
“One important key to success is self-confidence. An important key to self-confidence is preparation.” … Arthur Ashe (1943 – 1993) US tennis player Here is a question for you. How successful do you feel? One of the interesting aspects of coaching others lies in exploring their sense of what they have achieved. With life today
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“There is a profound difference between information and meaning.” … Warren Bennis (1925 – ) US educator, futurologist, adviser and writer A key aspect of the spatial leadership approach is the creation of shared meaning amongst the group being led. Although this would seem like a very obvious and straightforward thing to do, it seems
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“If you think you can do a thing or think you can’t do a thing, you’re right.” … Henry Ford (1863-1947) US Businessman There are always two aspects to any change experience regardless of whether it is at an individual, group or organisational level. The first is the things that change and the second aspect
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How many disagreements did you have today? Bet you had more than one. It might have been an out and out shouting match, a healthy debate or just an unspoken conversation. Disagreeing with others is so common, most of us do not even clearly recognise what a disagreement is about. Rather we tend to “gird
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This essay establishes some key concepts that provide the foundations for an exploration of the human condition. These foundations will form the basis of alignment for the concepts found in my approach as a whole and offers you a framework within which to explore life in general. These ontological foundations also establish a basis for
“Leadership is based on inspiration, not domination; on cooperation, not intimidation” … William Arthur Wood William Wood’s words speak to what I see as effective leadership. In my view the most effective leadership is NOT based in the direct and aggressive use of power and fear, although many people who we call “leaders” seem to
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“Liberty is always dangerous, but it is the safest thing we have.” … Harry Emerson Fosdick (1878 – 1969) US clergyman Here’s a question for you. Do you feel that the world is predominantly a safe or a dangerous place? Take some time to answer this question before reading ahead. How you have answered that
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Today, we seem to be constantly bombarded with a subtle but clear message that the world and the people in it should perfect. There should be no wars, people should not die in car accidents, people should always act in the right way, people should look like the models on social media, in magazines and
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