The two experienced Airline Captains, both senior managers, retired at around the same time. 40 years is a long time in any career, let alone one like this that involves so much critical interaction with others, and therefore with lots of opportunity to cement one’s status and reputation. And lock...

Self-awareness is often referred to as the cornerstone of personal growth and fulfillment, but the journey to understanding oneself can feel like traversing a labyrinth with no clear path forward. It becomes even more challenging because most of us genuinely believe we are self-aware, when in reality, we are far...

You’ve probably heard that a journey of a thousand miles begins with a single footstep. At a&o Hostels, our journey of scaling our operation to become of the first net-zero hospitality brands in Europe began a decade ago with an examination of our carbon footprint. As founder and CEO of...

"Everyone is tested by life, but only a few extract strength and wisdom from their most trying experiences. They're the ones we call leaders." — Warren G. Bennis & Robert J. Thomas. Under extreme heat and pressure, carbon atoms form diamonds in the rough deep within the Earth's mantle. The...

In both our personal and professional lives, we're constantly striving towards goals. We fixate on outcomes - the sales figures, the profit margins, even our own weight. These tangible results are what keep us up at night, the metrics by which we measure success. But what if I told you...

In today’s dynamic business environment, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is no longer an option but a necessity. As CEOs, we are increasingly tasked with aligning our companies with the global push for sustainability and social equity. The integration of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) goals into corporate strategies is now...

Our nation was founded on the principle of "no taxation without representation," yet today, you and I continue to fund a government that increasingly dictates what we can't do while burdening us with inefficiencies and unnecessary costs. This situation must change. The time has come for a comprehensive turnaround in...

As an executive recruiter with over 20 years of experience, I have worked with virtually every type of organisation, from top listed companies to small private businesses, not for profits, governments and government owned corporations.  There are attributes in the way I and my company work that have allowed us...

In today’s fast-paced world, maintaining a positive mindset and creating alignment can significantly enhance one's quality of life. Positive thinking, coupled with alignment of thoughts, emotions, and action, fosters mental well-being, resilience, and overall satisfaction. Here are practical steps to cultivate positive thinking and create alignment in your life. To...