You know you're maturing when you can tolerate weirder and weirder behaviour. I like to add grapes into my soupTo each their own!I like to eat just the rind of orangesOh that's quirkyIn my free time I like to dress up as a pigeon and peck random strangersWell that's just plain weird! So, not fully … Continue reading Weird tolerance →

Struggling to force yourself into doing the difficult task?Then you need the drive proxy!Next time you find your motivation floundering in the face of an obstacle turn a common friend, family member, or acquaintance into your drive proxy!Ask them to hold you to the completion of that pesky task.Their accountability and potential shame will provide … Continue reading The drive proxy →

We all have flaws. Some just hide them better than others.

It's scary to get injured and not able to play in the tournament. But what's even scarier to some is being timid, shy, and a passenger being carried by your teammates. MVP or nothing is the attitude of some.

I can ask Jess. Yeah sounds good.Will I ask Jess so?…Clearly someone doesn't want to ask Jess, otherwise why would they look for clarification on an already clear message?

One way to keep the game fun and friendly - don't keep score.Without the constant reminder of dominance and inadequacy everyone seems to enjoy themselves more.

Some American football fans looking at the Patriots dynasty are asking the question - Was the reason for success Bill or Tom?And I think that is an oversimplification of success. Tom didn't catch the balls he threw. He didn't play defence or coach the defence. Bill never kicked a field goal or completed a pass. … Continue reading Bill or Tom →

When the rationale is poor, you hate to hear this: Why are we doing this? That question provides a roadblock and ensures that time and energy is being used effectively. The person who regularly provides this logical resistance will be revered in an organisation that values efficiency. But that same person would not be a … Continue reading Why are we doing this? →

I think the biggest element of professionalism is taking it seriously. Politeness, boundaries, and consideration are all in the mix but the cornerstone has to be taking it seriously. Jokes can definitely be made but they should be an after thought, the icing on top of the serious cake.

I think that when you remove all distractions, background noise, and mindless chatter you are left with your Achilles heel. Your own personal Everest and self sabotage cornerstone. When you try to meditate what is the dominant thread that connects all the thoughts? Anxiety? Not being enough? Loneliness? Whatever it is, if personal growth is … Continue reading Mental Achilles heel →