Playing Small

Playing Small

Earlier this year, I was tasked with giving a eulogy. Apart from the sadness of the occasion it was a wonderful time for reflection on a very long life of achievement; not of any remarkable academic or sporting or business success, as on the surface it seemed a humble...
The Myth of Multitasking

The Myth of Multitasking

Are you a list person? On the weekend my daughter was feeling a tad overwhelmed by all the items she had on her list. When she showed me the list, I noticed towards the top was Take a Shower. Do you really need that on your list I exclaimed?! Of course, what she was...
Racetrack or 4WD

Racetrack or 4WD

They say the way you drive says a lot about you. No idea if that’s true, but I’m sure it hints of truth, and if you’re not into cars I think you’ll still follow this analogy. Do you sometimes feel like you’re living your life in a racing car — driving very fast, but...
The Microscope and the Telescope

The Microscope and the Telescope

Can you see the future? I used to be intrigued and bemused by people who called themselves “Futurists”, yet recently I have been very tempted to take on that title myself. For the benefit of readers, I have included a definition (albeit from Wikipedia). Futurists...
Be Prepared

Be Prepared

10 years ago, I participated in my first ever 50km Coastrek, from Palm Beach to Balmoral Beach in Sydney. I was in one of two teams of friends who had decided to enter in this event to raise funds for the Fred Hollows foundation. Our two teams often trained...