Have you ever noticed how we use the word “normal?” On the train refreshment service the other day: “Do you want cappuccino, latte or normal coffee?” The waitress serving my family’s breakfasts last Sunday: “here’s the vegetarian one, and here are the normal ones.” The dictionary defines “normal” as “conforming to a standard; usual, typical,… Read More It’s normal . . .
“I’m not interested in my legacy. I made up a word: ‘live-acy.’ I’m more interested in living.” John Glenn (1921-2016)
Thinking about some CPD, learning, development? What’s stopping you? http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-38048714
I went to a conference last month where a theme, golden-threaded through the presentations of many, was of: Finding out what I don’t know I don’t know. I’ll let you know when I get there.
A friend’s decision to change from margarine to real butter was based on a meaningful life event (which I’ll be appropriately discreet about). How wonderful to make a move towards the authentic, to be who you really want to be, to do something different. Butter or not, serious thought or throwing caution to the wind… Read More Making a change . . .
“Only those who attempt the absurd can achieve the impossible.” Albert Einstein
“Be yourself; everyone else is already taken.” Oscar Wilde
Many years ago a mentor suggested that the reason my team was performing well was in part something to do with me. In a fit of embarrassment and modesty I brushed his comment aside, choosing to talk about them rather than me . . . but on reflection I had to admit that my own… Read More Giving and receiving . . .
I’m taking charge. Taking control. I’m taking back my Inbox. It’s been unwieldy for too long, delivering missives I don’t want or was never likely to action. It’s my fault of course, and I take full responsibility – over the years I’ve clicked on too many subscribe now or sign up here pleadings. They tempted me oh too… Read More Taking back . . .
I was amazed by a feature on a news website about Japanese companies hiring people to make their staff cry. The logic behind this initiative is that it’s supposed to help people bond. The story recounted tales of people sitting in a conference room watching sad films and then crying inconsolably; of muffled sobs and sniffing noises;… Read More Wipe your tears . .
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