Monthly Archives: May 2024

We live in a world of short-cuts and productivity. Seeking ways to make our life easier, but ironically, we are making it harder. Results happen in life when we spend time to think, consider, and show intention in our activities. This is my Ponder to you this week, how can we all carve time for deeper conversations and time for one another. Last week, I had the pleasure of delivering my keynote ‘The Human Touch in a Digital World’, to CISI,  The Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment, who have the Royal Charter to set standards of professional excellence and…

This week, I had many moments when I witnessed and felt the importance of how I felt during and after a new interaction with someone in business. I thought this would be a great ponder to share, as the ability to trust information and people is becoming increasingly challenging for us all in the digital age. Trust is a feeling, and feelings are heart led. Social Media has made it much harder to connect as a heart level, broadcast is never as good as a deep conversation and so leaving a feeling of trust online or face to face is…

Hello, I hope you are feeling good this week and that my Ponderings give you a moment to ponder and encourage you to see all the ways you should be appreciating yourself. I imagine you are the greatest asset in your business, you are your own boss and perhaps not always being the kindest boss to yourself. This week, join me and ponder “self-appreciation”. A powerful skill to hone and one that can take us out of the modern-day stresses of comparison and of constantly seeking more. Don’t get me wrong, having a growth mindset and always seeking to develop…

This week, I have spoken to many business owners about the chasm we all have to cross when we are naturally independent. I thought I would ponder this with you this week. Most business owners share this characteristic, after all, the world of employment doesn’t always serve this need. It is no surprise that we all desire independence and have to step into our own businesses to feel that sense of control and choice. Being independent can create some challenges though, I call this the ‘Lone Wolf Syndrome’, as this condition is characterised by a set of associated symptoms that…