110% is for idiots

I can’t abide the term overachiever, It’s not possible for people to rise above their level of competency. We are all in some way under achievers to varying degree. Have you ever been told to give 110% effort? It’s a common phrase used in motivational speeches and self-help books, but the truth is, it’s aContinue reading “110% is for idiots”

This too shall pass

This post is dedicated to all those readers who have had a situation over come them. Decisions made on your behalf. You gain the upper hand with seeking to control things in your control. The situation is not in your control but your reaction is. The following post is about how embracing ‘not knowing aContinue reading “This too shall pass”

Doubt is not a pleasant condition, but certainty is absurd

It is one week into my new role and I have lots to learn and lots of decisions to make. The time for listening and reflection should never last too long before action is needed. however, it is easy to get caught up in the action, execution mindset and not see and value the joyContinue reading “Doubt is not a pleasant condition, but certainty is absurd”

Learn by doing & Quantity has it’s own quality

I spend just 30 minutes a day on learning to draw and sketch. I am not looking for perfection, I am looking for gradual improvements. I am looking for learning from errors. In it’s own way quantity will have therefore it’s own quality. Let me illustrate with a story I found in a self helpContinue reading “Learn by doing & Quantity has it’s own quality”