How many people do you know who’ve done a comedy course and dream of ditching their current job to become a stand-up? Comedy continues to be massively popular with audiences however the road to fame…
I love to tweet about all kinds of subjects (you can connect @TheSumoGuy). Two of my most popular tweets were in relation to the time I failed to comment on my wife’s new jumper, and…
Identifying well-defined behavioural patterns in the workplace may not be easy. At least not with those that have the biggest potential to improve wellbeing and performance. For this reason, it’s important to look at the…
Based on analyst predictions, today’s workplace is on the brink of disruption. New connected technologies, such as AI, machine learning and cognitive collaboration practices, promise to change the nature of the workplace as we know…
Five characteristics you can cultivate to be better boss
- September 6, 2018
- Tagged as: leadership, management, Top 5
As any manager knows, there is no simple strategy for becoming a great boss. Ultimately, you have to inspire and motivate others to deliver results – but how can you encourage them to follow your…
‘No, not that one!’ my four-year-old shouts from his bed when I’m getting his clothes out for the day. On the inside I’m about to explode. On the outside I’m showing my best impression…
“The first job of any leader is to inspire trust.” – Stephen R. Covey Scan the headlines and in minutes we can form the opinion that trust in leaders is in short supply. What about…
How making a positive contribution will allow your brand to prosper
- August 20, 2018
- Tagged as: brand, Business, fitness, health, positive contribution
If you own a health and fitness brand or have a great idea for one now is the time to consider how your brand story can include making a contribution in the world. Let’s…
Are you letting your values stand in your way?
- August 17, 2018
- Tagged as: Business, leadership, results, thinking
Goals. Values. Beliefs. The personal development trifecta. I create and commit to powerfully inspiring goals. I come to know – and align – to my values. And I choose to adopt empowering beliefs. And so:…
Setting up and online business is an attractive prospect. After all, ecommerce is a big market. But it can be fraught with challenges. Unfortunately, having a great idea and business plan isn’t enough to…