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The most common reason we give for not getting things done is…I don’t have time. The moment we give a reason we give justification for why we think, say or do what we do, hindering the opportunity for change. When we stop giving reasons and start taking responsibility in every minute and every moment –…

Self-discipline is an essential ingredient for life satisfaction. Without self- discipline we would only do the things we wanted to do, when we wanted to, giving us short bursts of satisfaction. Top achievers have the ability to do the things they know should be done, even when they don’t want to do them. Why? Exactly…

It is possible, if we make the right choices now, to finish life with peace of mind and without regrets. It will take loads of courage. Bronnie Ware, a writer and songwriter, also spent several years as a palliative nurse caring for those dying in their homes. From beside their deathbeds she listened to their…

Even a strong vision can come with a constant stream of self-doubt. Part of believing something is possible is to manage the doubt that can insert itself between our vision and our current reality. My first book, How To Have It All, was ready to be published in 2012, and although I had loved writing…

When we are super-focused on a result, sometimes it’s easy to work the fun out it. A smart way to create the life you want is to find the fun in the journey. Beyond a serious and sober existence lies a playground of possibility. Remember those pre-school days — with play time, eat time and sleep time?…

Once the leader is fit to lead they need to focus attention on the people in their team. They need to find ways to engage them individually and collectively in a shared vision. Then they have to encourage and guide others to work out the most effective way of delivering on the vision. As a…

When it comes to good leadership, getting ourselves ‘right’ to lead is imperative. Having the wrong person leading has a negative effect on individuals and culture, cripples growth and provides unsustainable outcomes. With the right person leading, the positive effect ripples through to families, businesses and communities and around the world. It all starts with…

The “I’m fine” statement and the thinking that supports it can encourage us to avoid the specific areas that need attention. Problems begin when we hide our truth and numb our pain. In the short-term this cover-up provides some relief, but the long-term effects of anesthetising what’s really going on can be harmful. Fear is…

When it comes to success, there is one element that has a big impact. Trust is an essential and powerful ingredient for success momentum. Taking the next courageous step; them trusting the sometimes-unknown path ahead is key. When I resigned from my life as a real estate office leader I knew it was the right decision. However I didn’t…

One of the quickest ways to destroy belief is by worrying about what other people think and say. And when you have a clear vision you are more resilient with the no’s. When I made the decision to leave my real estate office to follow my vision, I knew there would be times when I would…