Author Archives: NCS

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”

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”

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”

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”

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”

What’s the last thing you do on an important email?

The answer is: Add the email address !! If you are writing an important email. One you have spent more than 20 minutes writing and you have the time. Write the damn thing, save it as a draft, and, more than a few hours later, THEN put the email address in and hit send. There isContinue reading “What’s the last thing you do on an important email?”

Slow Horses and stormy weather

It’s a blustery Saturday morning in the sleepy seaside town of Shorehem-by-sea. Barely 5:30am and a pebbles throw away the beach plays it’s part in a stormy scene with large white waves and wild winds. The little home here sits firmly and obstinately still against a tempest of wind and rain. A warm mug ofContinue reading “Slow Horses and stormy weather”

Worry often gives a small thing a big shadow

Life is hard. My mother used to say often, “Nathan, no one promised you a rose garden” Everyone of us experiences difficulties that are hard to overcome. It was Buddha that said “Pain is certain, suffering is optional.” No matter what we’re going through it is better when we take ownership and accountability for making positiveContinue reading “Worry often gives a small thing a big shadow”