Category Archives: Life Lessons

This week the company I work for had a Summit in Europe. It is for our customers and was full of interactions and face to face opportunities and for in introvert like me I almost get overwhelmed. I wanted to this morning reflect on stoic lessons that I think of when I approach this annualContinue reading “Veeva Summit; Stoic reflections”

We live in a time where everyone has an opinion. Social media thrives on it, news headlines are driven by it, and conversations around the dinner table are filled with it. But here’s the thing: the world doesn’t change because of your opinion. It changes because of your actions. We can shout from the rooftops,Continue reading “Lead by Example: The Power of Actions Over Opinions”

I’ve been sitting on this topic for two weeks now, mulling it over in my head, unsure where it would land. As I get older and reflect on my choices—the ones I made and the opportunities I missed—I find myself questioning why I made those decisions. What did I value at the time? It hitContinue reading “Chasing Rare or Choosing Value: Why Hard to Get Doesn’t Mean Worth Having”

Here by the sea again, and as October rolls in, it’s a season for reflection. For me, that always means reaching for a pen and paper. So, this morning, I jotted down a few thoughts—little traps I tend to stumble into, reminders I give to myself. I wrote it as if I were offering adviceContinue reading “The spotlight that never was”

Note: I wrote this blog post after a walk to process the mixed feeling I had. The expectation that as the senior member of this holiday it is on me to lead, to reconcile the emotions and to ultimately chart a path to joy. I hope you like this and perhaps it helps your ownContinue reading “Jet Lag and Joy: Embracing the Messiness of a family holiday”

As I walked into my garden this morning, I noticed the quietness around the nest box I installed to my wall 6 years ago. It was nearly empty, a stark contrast to the bustling life it held just days ago. A couple of late hatchlings remained, their siblings having fledged and Mum and Dad hadContinue reading “Not all lessons learned are nice”

There’s an allure hidden within what many would dub as ‘ugly’ or ‘boring’ places—a charm that’s often overlooked amidst grand landscapes and bustling destinations. These unassuming locales hold a treasure trove of memories that resonate deeply within me. The beauty of these seemingly mundane places lies in the subtlety of their offerings. The rusty swingContinue reading “Ugly places”

For exactly a decade today, I’ve embarked on a remarkable journey of self-discovery, resilience, and personal growth through the practice of journaling. Inspired by the Stoic philosophers who extolled the virtues of introspection and self-improvement, I adopted this ancient practice as a means to navigate life’s tumultuous waters with grace and wisdom. Today Sunday IContinue reading “Stoic Serenity: 10 Years of Journaling”

I was fortunate to go to our company consultant development program event this year and I was asked a number of thoughtful questions and I wanted to publish a more thoughtful reflective answer to one of those questions. Q. from Puya: Dealing with delayed feedback and evaluating actions and decisions in the short term isContinue reading “Puya’s Question”

As I took my Saturday walk through the familiar streets of my local neighbourhood, the rare UK sun’s golden rays gently illuminated the path before me. In the midst of this ordinary morning, I found myself lost in thought, pondering a concept as ancient as human civilisation itself: leadership. The art of leading, the powerContinue reading “Walking to the postbox with a thought in mind”

I have been reading more Stoic philosophy and teachings this week. We all live in a world filled with uncertainty, and ever-changing circumstances, the wisdom of the Stoics remains as relevant as ever to me and many other students of Stoicism. This quote specifically has been on my mind this week: “You have power overContinue reading “What we control”

Occasionally you come across a quote which resonates with you like a tuning fork in your soul!. So I come to share this quote to you today. Everything about this quote I say Amen to. Enjoy the video version also. Who doesn’t love some Jeff Goldblum. This is the true joy in life, the beingContinue reading “This is the true joy in life”

I read today in the Daily Stoic about the ‘velvet rut.’ What is that I hear you ask? Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you feel stuck, unmotivated, or just going through the motions without really getting anywhere? The ‘velvet rut’ is a state of comfort and complacency that can sneak upContinue reading “The Velvet Rut”

A little different post today but I had to share. I noticed that one of my favourite ever inspirational speeches was now 30 years old. So a good chance many of you might have never seen this or have forgotten it. Watch the video if you can. read it below if you prefer but takeContinue reading “Don’t give up, Don’t ever give up”

As you get older and try and remain still relevant you are asked to do more coaching and buddy up with new young and energetic professionals as some kind of mentor or advisor. The question I get asked most often is: “What do I need to be successful” OR “What more do I need toContinue reading “Success is subtraction not addition”

I said from yesterday’s post that I would think about the behaviours the leaders need to model to create or encourage a good culture in an organisation. I thought it would be best to be super snappy today. To create a strong organizational culture, a leader must: I have enjoyed thinking about this topic. NowContinue reading “Culture club part 2”