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...
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...
Can Leadership be Audited?

Can Leadership be Audited?

In the management system standards such as ISO31000, ISO9001, ISO45001, ISO14001, and ISO27001 there is a clause on Leadership. The wording differs slightly between standards but essentially it requires organizational leadership to be accountable for the:...
What’s Your Exit?

What’s Your Exit?

One of the joys of the work I do is to work directly with the owners of small-medium businesses. Their approaches are very different depending on their funding model. For example, where there is venture capital for a start-up, there is usually a requirement for a...
Top Risks for Business

Top Risks for Business

Do you know what are the top risks for your business? Risks are potential problems that might stop you from achieving company goals, and if you haven’t identified and prepared for them, you could be in for a few struggles. When running risk workshops for business...