High Tea at The Drake
Singapore is one of my favorite cities. Yes, technically it is a sovereign city-state, but I think you know what I mean. And you also know what I mean if you’ve ever had the privilege […]
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Hope Is (Not) a Strategy!
Have you ever heard the following, “Hope is NOT a strategy?” I once had a boss who was notorious for yelling at people if they used the word “hope” in any manner. It was a […]
Leaders as Cartographers
I find maps fascinating. I’ve stared at maps for long periods of time while my mind goes on a virtual journey through the city or countryside. I am fascinated by the layout of roads and […]
When Things Don’t Go as Planned
When things go right, when they go really, really well, it’s usually because you have an optimal combination of three things: The right resources, The right process, and The right approach. Occasionally, all the pieces […]
Leaders Know the Value of Looking Forward
There are few things as inspiring as a beautiful sunrise or sunset. Do you ever get tired of seeing a picture or painting of a colorful sunrise full of beautiful red, pink, and orange colors? […]
