Category Archives: Small thoughts
What is your first thought when you see someone landing a new role?
My friend’s role was made redundant, and she has been out of work for 6 months. When she spoke to me, she said this: “And don’t get me started on all those people posting on LI about starting a new … Continue reading
Friends, are you a stubborn person?
A family friend told me about an ongoing situation with her spouse, and then defended her actions with “Yes, I can be stubborn like that.” My lips started curling upward with irritation, but I caught myself before she saw my … Continue reading
Your next role….and where it’s coming from
My friend Julie Cooper insists that my next role will come from my network. My connections. 😍❤️ 💛 And that is a sobering thought. If I had known this earlier in my career, I would have done more to nurture … Continue reading
One tiny thing that impacts your personal brand…..
Friends – here is a cautionary tale. I met up with a couple of people for coffee (I do that in real-life from time to time 🤣) I asked them how they had progressed with getting in touch with a … Continue reading
Don’t chase happiness – aim for contentment instead
Friends – we are all chasing happiness – as though that elusive goal will bring us joy one day in the future. 🏆 But if you chase happiness, you will always be in that state of wanting more…. Seek CONTENTMENT … Continue reading
It’s 2024, here are two ways that your LinkedIn posts age you.
If you have not thought of this before, consider the following: 1️⃣ If you are about to post an AI generated image, or you select a stock image to accompany your LinkedIn text, choose an image that shows: ✳ Diversity … Continue reading
A crucial life lesson to help yourself – as well as others
So here is something I’ve learnt recently. If your doctor prescribes you medication, please google the potential side effects from the medication. Your doctor might tell you of the most obvious side effects, but as you are a unique being … Continue reading
If you’re blessed, you probably have someone in your life who says to you: ❤️🧡 I love you. 💓💕
Most people respond to this declaration with: ‘I love you, too’. But here is a thought. Why not respond to this sentiment with: Tell me why? 🤔 Doing this: 💖 gives the person the opportunity to tell you WHY they … Continue reading
What are you saving for a special occasion?
Are you waiting for that special day to bring out: ❤️ your best dinnerware? 💛 your most expensive wine glasses? 💜 that mind-blowing aged bottle of wine? 💙 that luxurious lingerie? That special occasion is TODAY. Don’t wait for a … Continue reading
Managing up – by throwing people under the bus.
My friend told me about his colleague with whom he had just met. He said that this colleague was really nice and supportive in their 1:1 meeting. However, he said that at the leadership session that afternoon, he was expecting … Continue reading