During a recent speaking engagement, I faced a challenge in connecting my computer’s audio to the venue’s sound system. When I approached the technician for assistance, his immediate response was, “It’s not possible to connect — your computer has a problem.” I didn’t dwell on
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As leaders, what we get is exactly what we accept. Reading the memoir of Lee Kuan Yew and hearing a story from one of his bodyguards from the early 1980s reminded me how true this principle is. One day, while LKY was on his way to the
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If you’ve ever been to a Starbucks, you’ve probably noticed how they make an effort to get your name and write it on your cup. It may seem simple—sometimes even amusing when the name is misspelled—but here’s what’s fascinating: many of us end up sharing
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Sure, we all have plenty to do. The world moves fast—it’s complex, demanding, and often feels overwhelming. It's easy to fall into the trap of believing we don’t have enough time. But the truth is, most people haven't improved how they manage themselves. We frequently
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How many times do we end up stuck in endless meetings, an annoying string of serial conversations and just general running-the-mouth-and-passing-time-by conversation… but not much really moves when you look back over the day? You got through the meeting, sure — but did anything actually
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I’ll never forget an experience that still inspires me today. It was back in 2018 when I was elected as the President of the Maldives Association of HR Professionals (MAHRP). The very first person outside the HR community to congratulate me was Dominik Ruhl, who
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Too often, in meetings or events where voices are meant to be heard, I notice people leaning into saying what’s “safe” or “nice” rather than what’s real. I’ve been in those rooms. I’ve also observed them from afar. And what I often hear are sugarcoated
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Building confidence in a particular skill or competency has far more to do with your own actions than external circumstances. I often hear people say, “My company isn’t giving me enough opportunities to develop the skills I need.” My response is usually the same: it’s easy
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Imagine a worn-out carpet at the entrance of your office—one that every team member and customer walks over daily. While some leaders may take the initiative to replace it or maintain it regularly, many offices leave such issues unaddressed. These small, easily fixable details are
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In many cultures—especially within organizations—it’s common to see blame placed on individuals when something goes wrong. This often happens when a leader is unwilling to be vulnerable and instead looks for someone to take the fall. We’ve seen this pattern repeatedly in the corporate world,
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