Generation Panic Disorder
Each new youth cohort, a fresh apocalypse.
Sociologists report recurring moral tremors every twenty-something years, commonly known as “the next generation.”
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The Sacred Church of Busyness
Worship services held hourly, attendance mandatory.
In this faith, stillness is sin. Calendars are confessionals, email the holy scripture, and “Let’s sync later” a universal prayer.
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Work–Life Balancing Act (Now with Gravity Assist)
Because nothing says “well-being” like splitting existence in half.
We speak of work–life balance as though life were a weekend hobby occasionally interrupted
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The 8-to-5 Thought Factory
How to industrialise the human brain without anyone noticing.
Since the Enlightenment failed to install time-tracking software in our prefrontal cortex, corporations had to
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Respect does not mean resemblance: an inclusive approach
Some time ago, in a cross-functional project setting, I found myself working closely with someone whose values, pace and approach differed radically from mine. At first, it seemed like a promising opportunity for complementary collaboration. But over time, subtle cues and feedback began to accumulate, signalling quietly: You need to adjust who you are to
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The freedom of being a headcount
There is a moment in every career that feels like heartbreak. It sneaks up on the loyal ones, the hard workers, and the high performers. It often sounds like “It’s not about you.” Except it very much feels about you. Didn’t you give it everything? Didn’t you care? Weren’t you recognised for going the extra
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Year-end reflections
The holiday season wraps around us, and I feel it’s the perfect time to reflect on one main takeaway from the closing year. For me, this year’s sentiment is best captured by an amazing artist: …and that’s what they don’t see, mm-mm That’s what they don’t see, mm-mm.. 2024 has been a mosaic of highs
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The multiverse of integrity
In this episode of the series on the key elements of personal responsibility, I want to look into my absolute favourite: integrity. Why is it my favourite? While we often think of integrity simply as honesty, I’ve come to realise that integrity has deeper, more far-reaching implications that might surprise you. What is integrity? At
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From insights to impact: how self-awareness shapes effective leadership and personal success
Building on the introduction of personal responsibility as a core principle of effective leadership, I will explore some of the key elements of leadership in the following newsletters: self-awareness, integrity, accountability, authenticity, and taking ownership. Self-awareness is a fundamental attribute of effective leadership and a powerful tool for introspection, emotional intelligence, authenticity, and a commitment
Leading from within: embracing personal responsibility
Setting the stage: The pivotal role of personal responsibility In the ever-evolving leadership landscape, one principle remains constant: personal responsibility. At the heart of effective leadership lies the recognition that our actions, decisions, and behaviours shape our paths and those of the teams and organisations we lead. Personal responsibility in leadership is more than just
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