On Self-Discipline in Business Unpacking the Wisdom Branson's Leadership Principles For Teams Establish clear expectations for routine tasks Create space for creative problem-solving when circumstances demand Develop collective wisdom through shared experiences and reflection Your Thoughts? How do you balance routine excellence with exceptional responses in your work? What helps you develop the wisdom to know which approach is needed?
Wisdom from InterContinental Hotels CEO Andrew Cosslett Photo by Earl Wilson Interesting interview with Andrew Cosslett, CEO of InterContinental Hotels Group, in Sunday's New York Times in which he made a couple of observations pertinent to any business executive: Your Thoughts? Which of Andrew Cosslett's pieces of advice resonates with you most? Have you had any "selling ice cream in Liverpool" moments in your career?
Timeless wisdom from Mark Twain transformed into a powerful productivity framework for today's overwhelmed professional The "Eat That Frog" method focuses on tackling your most challenging task first thing in the morning In a world where distractions multiply and to-do lists seem endless, finding the right productivity system can feel like searching for a needle in a haystack. Few methods, however, have proven as effective and enduring as "Eat That Frog"—a deceptively simple technique popularized...
Exploring the psychological phenomenon where we all stay silent despite privately sharing the same doubts Our brains are wired to look to others for social cues, sometimes leading us astray I just read about pluralistic ignorance, which I found fascinating. It's a psychological phenomenon that explains why groups often maintain norms that most members privately reject. This disconnect between our private beliefs and public behavior leads to some surprising and often troubling social dynamics. When...
It's not about how much you make, but how much you keep We've all heard the saying "a penny saved is a penny earned" but I don't think too many people really stop and think about that. I read this and thought how true it is. Make smart decisions in life, everyone. I've tried my best...sometimes it is easier said than done and life throws you a few curveballs to set you back. If I've...