Monthly Archives: November 2023
“Someone should do something about that.”
So you’re talking to a colleague and you discuss a situation that needs fixing. Eg the toaster is broken. The milk is off in the fridge. That process is not working. Someone’s going away lunch needs to be organised. And … Continue reading
I am here today because of all the rejections I’ve experienced.
Oftentimes when I contemplate the tapestry of my life, I realise how wonderful and truly blessed I am. I have the goodwill of my colleagues who are some of the smartest people I have had the pleasure of working with … Continue reading
Would I have an issue being a token hire?
For a Head of Engineering role where I have zero qualifications and zero experience – the answer is Yes. For a Head of Delivery or People Engagement/Culture/Transformation – where I have a whole lot of experience – the answer is … Continue reading
A starting position when trying to manipulate someone or something
A few years ago, I tried to manipulate a situation in the workplace. It was an email thread with a senior leader and multiple team members. I asked an innocent-seeming question in the email, with the intent that the senior … Continue reading
Am I kind? That’s not for me to say. It’s for others to decide.
Me: So, are you a kind person? Are you generous? Person: Look, it’s not for me to decide whether I am kind or not. This is for others – that’s their business what they think of me. Friends, I’m calling … Continue reading