Category: One Minute Reads
Filler words – Eh?
The most important tool for any leader is communication. You don’t have to be exceptionally brilliant or highly knowledgeable— even the average Joe can be incredibly effective with strong communication skills. There are many aspects to a good conversation. This month, we focus on an irritating one. “Filler words.” Filler words—like “uh,” “um,” “ah,” “you… Read more
Stick to your Goal
A Zen master sent five disciples on a difficult journey to a remote monastery on a mountain top to meet another master, who needed an heir. Along the way, each disciple faced challenges: Only the fifth disciple, steady and focused, persevered despite the hardships. When he reached the monastery, the second master asked him why he… Read more
Restarting – After a break
The holidays are over. The decorations are packed away, and it’s time to get back to work. But how many of us feel like our minds are still on holiday? Ever feel like your brain is stuck in vacation mode? It’s a little like writer’s block—the break refreshed us, but restarting feels like an uphill… Read more
Why Executive Coaching Works?
In today’s fast-paced and ever-evolving business environment, the demand for exceptional leadership has never been greater. Executive coaching has emerged as a powerful tool to help leaders navigate challenges, maximize their potential, and achieve transformative outcomes. According to the International Coaching Federation (ICF): Executive coaching offers a highly tailored approach to both personal and professional… Read more
Embracing the Leader’s path
There’s an old story about a lion cub that was separated from its mother and raised by a herd of sheep. As he grew up, he ate grass and adopted the sheep’s behavior, never questioning his place in the world. He believed he was just another sheep, and like them, he feared the world around… Read more
Look at the moon, not the finger
A Zen master points towards the moon and says to his students, “Look at the moon!” One of the students, focusing on the master’s finger instead of the moon, asks, “What is it you want us to see?” The master replies, “Do not focus on the finger pointing at the moon. Look at the moon… Read more
Why great leaders prepare?
There’s a well-known story about Abraham Lincoln that emphasizes the importance of preparation in leadership. While there’s no definitive evidence that Lincoln ever actually said it, he’s often credited with the quote: “If I am to speak for 10 minutes, I need a week for preparation. If I am to speak for half an hour, I… Read more