As has been observed by many, there is a tendency for adults in social settings to identify ourselves not by who we are, but by what we do. “I’m a dentist.” “I’m a plumber.” “My team has just started working on a new project.” “My team has just finished working on a large project.” And …
In her book, Awaken1, Priscilla Shirer tells the story of a time when she was flying between London and Johannesburg and settling herself down for a good night’s sleep. Then suddenly the plane increasing its altitude burst through the clouds and bathed the plane in sunlight. Somewhat confusing when it was almost 4am in London …
There’s two words you don’t hear very often. I’m sorry. I find, in workplace speak, the closest you usually get is ‘Apologies’. To me, that feels less like one is taking ownership of whatever the issue is at hand. Perhaps that’s just me – or semantics – but it does feel slightly more brisk and …
I’m not talking about the book of the Old Testament in my post’s title today. However, I would have to say it’s not my favourite. (Growing up, that title was held by Esther. Nowadays, no idea.) But I genuinely mean that numbers i.e. integers are not my thing. I was reminded of this a couple …