A note to young leaders. If a six-year-old walked up to you and said: “You are so clueless, you’re just plain dumb” – how would you react? You’d probably smile, or even laugh – right? That’s our natural response to a criticism we know to be false. We stay calm. We shrug it off. It […]
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The greatest entrepreneurial skill is not boldness or brilliance but the ability to notice what others overlook. When John Amos visited the 1970 Osaka World Expo, he did not just see a crowd. He saw a wealthy, risk-averse society and built one of the most lucrative insurance markets in history around that single observation. […]
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Every wave of technology has sparked fear, yet history rewards those who adapt. AI will amplify human potential, but only if guided by wisdom. The real challenge is not the tool, but how wisely we use it. […]
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Most leaders overlook the most powerful habit they already possess. Deep breathing quiets the mind, sharpens awareness, and shifts you from reacting to observing, especially in the moments that matter most. The smallest habits, practised consistently, have the biggest impact. […]
Choosing travel over rushing into a career can shape deeper thinking and creativity. Smiljan Radić used years of travel to refine his perspective before building his legacy. Travel helps young leaders see the world differently and think independently. […]
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A raft seeks comfort while a supertanker pursues purpose in deeper waters. Purpose calls you to face storms that test and strengthen you. Leaders who choose purpose live more fully and grow through every challenge. […]
Phil Knight built Nike from a $50 loan into a global empire driven by relentless ambition. Yet in his memoir, Knight reflected on the personal cost of that ambition after the tragic loss of his son Matthew. Ambition can build extraordinary success, but it must be balanced with the relationships that give life meaning. […]
At early Nike retreats, Jeff Johnson jokingly shouted “Hey, Buttface” and the whole management team turned around laughing. Leaders like Phil Knight, Rob Strasser and Bob Woodell embraced humour and candour to keep egos in check. Candour allowed Nike’s team to challenge ideas openly and build a stronger culture. […]
Jeff Johnson’s relentless belief in Nike helped transform a struggling startup into a movement. Belief fuels initiative, persistence and creativity. Leaders should hire believers who care deeply about the mission. […]