Hello to you my fellow email enthusiasts! Is that what you call people who use email? no of course not because despite how long we spend in the dreaded email we do not enjoy it. What if we could make it a little more fun? or a little less stressed. Today, I want to shareContinue reading “Unsubscribe and achieve Inbox Zen”
Author Archives: NCS
Trying to do better
I am surprised by the amount of traffic to the blog recently. Such wonderful encouragement and positive messages from readers. Thankyou, this is the power of never breaking the chain I guess. Keep writing every day, no matter how brief. As long as it is written with a simple curiosity. I watched Spider-Man over theContinue reading “Trying to do better”
28 years of partnership
My Grandad Dennis would tell me when I was just a young man “Who you marry is the most important decision you’ll ever make! so make sure you marry well” He married my Nan Elsie who was the most loving person ever so he knows what he was talking about. I am also very fortunate,Continue reading “28 years of partnership”
Will power is the only real super power
People used to talk of ‘Will’ alot, not so much now they have chosen resilience more often to say now. For me though it is the will that is still most relevant today. The will to win is a crucial factor in achieving success in any endeavour. Whether it’s in sports, business, or personal development,Continue reading “Will power is the only real super power”
Harry was right!
It is amazing what you can accomplish if you do not care who gets the credit. Harry S. truman How apt that President Truman would say these words. Harry S Truman is sometimes called the accidental president. There is nothing accidental about the quote above. The ‘truest’ words I have read in a long time.Continue reading “Harry was right!”
Starting something new
Starting something new can be an exciting and even dare I say it a daunting experience. Whether it’s a new job, or a new relationship, embarking on a new journey can bring a sense of both anticipation and anxiety. However, with the right mindset and approach, starting something new can also be incredibly rewarding andContinue reading “Starting something new”
The dog, the porch and a nail
One morning, a man was walking down a country lane and heard a horrible noise. He looked up and saw a dog on a porch that was just sitting there, whimpering, whining and moaning. The man was curious as to why he was whimpering, so he went and knocked on the door and a guyContinue reading “The dog, the porch and a nail”
Apricity
As a lover of literature and collector of words. I would like to draw your attention to the word Apricity, which means the warmth of the sun in the winter. With 5 days of the winter left in the UK we get more of these warm(ish) days now. This term comes from the Latin meaningContinue reading “Apricity”
The End is important in all things
Today, I want to talk about the importance of endings. As human beings, we often get so caught up in the excitement and momentum of starting new projects, relationships, or ventures that we forget about the crucial step of closing things down. Ending things is just as important as starting them, if not more so.Continue reading “The End is important in all things”
Nothing beats kindness,’ said the horse. ‘It sits quietly beyond all things
You won’t see kindness called out in any interview notes. You won’t hear it being called out as an executive’s best quality in an introduction on stage, you rarely hear it being mentioned in business at all really. As Charlie Mackesy says in his book The boy, the mole, the fox and the horse: “NothingContinue reading “Nothing beats kindness,’ said the horse. ‘It sits quietly beyond all things”
Any questions?
This subject seemed so obvious I questioned myself for writing it. The more I thought about the more it seems such an essential life skill it was worth examination. Please let me know your thoughts on this post as I am writing part two tomorrow night. Have you ever been in a situation where youContinue reading “Any questions?”
When life gives you lemons, grab the tequila and salt
Life is full of surprises, some good and some not so good. Sometimes, things don’t turn out the way we want them to, and it can be easy to feel discouraged or defeated. Don’t feel sorry for yourself for too long. The truth is, things turn out best for the people who make the bestContinue reading “When life gives you lemons, grab the tequila and salt”
Apple Notes, my second brain
Our brains are amazing machines, but they have their limits. We can only remember so much information, and it’s easy to get overwhelmed or forget important details. That’s where a second brain comes in. A second brain is a digital tool that helps you store and organize information, so you can access it when youContinue reading “Apple Notes, my second brain”
Any questions Part 2
The second in my series of asking questions. I some folks have messaged me there reasons why people don’t ask questions after a presentation. Thank you for those. I have captured them below: Inspired by Maria B who messaged me on LinkedIn I though of things we could do to be more encouraging: To encourageContinue reading “Any questions Part 2”
In small things, strength lies
My favourite short story writer is Katherine Mansfield. When I return to read Ms Mansfield it is like revisiting an old friend. Her writing style is unique and timeless, exploring the complexities of the human experience through a focus on the small moments that make up our lives. Each time I read her stories, IContinue reading “In small things, strength lies”
The Sea cures all ailments
I spent the weekend down by the sea. It is Dad’s birthday and we all met for a meal. In the morning I walked by the sea to get my morning coffee. There’s something about the sea that has a restorative effect on my weary soul. Is it the sound of the waves crashing againstContinue reading “The Sea cures all ailments”
Why Lighthouses?
I was in my company Field kick Off a couple of weeks ago and so many of my colleagues came up to me to say “I saw or visited a lighthouse on vacation and I thought of you”. It was nice to think people see a lighthouse and they think of me. I have alwaysContinue reading “Why Lighthouses?”
Servant Leadership: Leading with Humility and Empathy
I Just walked to the Coffee shop this morning. My son Xander is participating in a park run preparing for the Brighton Marathon. A cappucino in hand I turn my thoughts to a subject which means a lot to me. I wanted to share my thoughts on Servant leadership. It is at its heart aContinue reading “Servant Leadership: Leading with Humility and Empathy”
Life is buffet
It is 06:41, bleary eyed I look up from my screen to get a moment to think. I have spent the last three days and nights in Amsterdam. A weekend away with Melanie (My wife of 27 years). We are headed back on the Eurostar. What a wonderful few days, we visited the Rijk’s museum,Continue reading “Life is buffet”
Today’s pain, tomorrow’s nostalgia
Tom Stoppard wrote once “We cross our bridges when we come to them and burn them behind us, with nothing to show for our progress except a memory of the smell of smoke, and a presumption that once our eyes watered.” Do you ever feel like life is too fast, that your life is fullContinue reading “Today’s pain, tomorrow’s nostalgia”