Category: Notes to Young Leaders

July 24, 2023

Market is King: A Developer’s Lesson on Timing and Patience

A note to property developers and investors. My father was a residential property developer in Canberra and Sydney. He often…

July 21, 2023

Build Your Leadership Foundation Before the Storm: Vision and Values Matter

A note to young leaders. When is the best time to build your abode? Before the storm or during the…

July 19, 2023

Excellence in Every Task: A Leadership Lesson for Young Leaders

A note to young leaders. Every task you perform bears your signature. Even if you’re flipping burgers for the minimum…

July 17, 2023

Gravitas & Charisma: The Dual Power of Effective Leadership

A note to young leaders. On gravitas and charisma. Gravitas is the ability to make others feel they are in…

July 14, 2023

Motivational vs Inspirational Leadership: Push vs Pull Dynamics

Note to self. There is a world of difference between motivational leadership and inspirational leadership. It’s the difference between push…

July 12, 2023

3 Keys to Entrepreneurial Success: Talent, Culture & Risk

A note to entrepreneurs. Do just these three things and success is assured: 1. Attract and retain talent. 2. Foster…

July 10, 2023

Reluctant Leaders: Embracing Leadership When Called to Serve

A note to young leaders. Some are born to lead, some learn leadership and some have leadership thrust upon them.…

July 5, 2023

Your “Cindy Crawford Mole”: Turning Flaws into Business Strengths

A note to young leaders. What’s one thing you wish you could change about yourself, and if it were to…

July 3, 2023

Juggling Life: Prioritizing What Truly Matters

A note to young leaders. We are all juggling lots of balls. Just about all of them are made of…

June 30, 2023

Don’t Let Anyone Steal Your Goat: Protecting Your Inner Peace

A note to young leaders. Don’t let anyone steal your goat. As a teenager, I was lucky enough to be…

June 28, 2023

In Defence of Ego: When Confidence Fuels Success

A note to young professionals. In defence of ego. Ego gets a bad wrap most of the time, and not…

June 21, 2023

Pat Cummins: Grace and Leadership Shine

A note to young leaders. Leadership requires you to accept more than your fair share of the blame in defeat;…