We live in an uncertain and complex environment, created by ourselves which we continue to re-create and evolve, often facing challenges that are beyond imagination for some. 

The use of...

We are getting geeky this month into the world of systemic thinking.

Taking a design turn in relation to my own systems practice has raised my awareness when considering ‘what do you do when...

We are all different, we all observe the world differently for a number of reasons. Understanding the meaning of boundaries and worldviews can help us understand the world as other’s see it....

The world will fill your time with problems unless you fill it with your own priorities. All too often with my clients I hear conversations where people will ask others how they are, and the reply...

During a recent meeting with a client, I was asked whether I see myself as an introvert or an extrovert.  Now, first of all, I don’t really like labels that define people as A or B as...

I personally hate the derogatory term ‘snowflakes’ that is used to describe the younger generation of today. I have always been an advocate of those that follow in our footsteps and can...

The culture within an organisation is fundamental in allowing its people to learn and achieve personal mastery. Without individual learning, no organisational learning can occur. 

Managers are...

Veterans in Business - What do any of us know?

Over the past few years, ever since Quintessential Performance became more than just a thought, I have been listening to the same question, albeit in...

Leadership

At the heart of every organisation is the coordinated management of the activities of people, and their actions, towards mutual goals and objectives. Central to achieving these...

I am a massive fan of technology and truly embrace it across all aspects of my life, but I do also agree that it is good to go dark sometimes, to switch off from the digital world even if it is...

Everyone wants results, few are willing to do what it takes to get them. Here are 4 simple, actionable steps to increase the level of the results you want to achieve:

1. Focus on the outcome

• Be...

Four simple words. Four syllables. One powerful question. 

How many times do you hear this in a day?

More importantly, how many times do you ask it in one day?

Thought provoking, isn't it?

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