Learning to share; sharing to learn
What do you do with the knowledge and insights that you have? I’ve recently come to value a habit or practice of mine that I thought was normal but now realise is unique. I’d like to share it with…
The power of one word to feel better
Yesterday I had the pleasure of listening to Bill. And not an eye in the room was tear-free! Bill’s an incredible human. He’s successfully recovered from a stroke. Now saying this doesn’t mean it was easy. It’s been a…
Signals that it’s time to take stock
Work can play a big part in our lives. Our work can become a place for which we lose energy, interest and will. What are the signals that it’s time to take stock and see if you need to…
The spice of persistence
People tell you persistence is vital in creating your career narrative, but what does that look like? We all realise it is made up of keeping on despite the dips and is a vital factor in the eventual realisation…
How to leave a job: C. Transitioning to a new job
This third article in a 3-part series about How to leave a job. The first two articles are A. Making the decision to leave and B. Exiting yourself from the job. This article focuses on the space of transitioning to…
Thriving People, Thriving Workscapes
Each September in Australia we have R U OK? Day The mission of RU OK? is to inspire and empower everyone to meaningfully connect with the people around them and start a conversation with anyone who may be struggling…
A value-based approach to shaping your workscape
People often say they want to work with, or for someone, where they feel valued. However, value isn’t the same thing for everyone. How is value represented specifically for you? What things are evidence that you are being valued?…
How to leave a job: A. Making a decision to leave
There’s much advice written about How to get a job. Not a lot about How to leave a job. There’s a couple aspects to this activity: A. Making a decision to leave (though sometimes this decision might be made…
How to leave a job: B. Exiting yourself from the job
This is second article in a 3-part series about How to leave a job. The other articles are A. Making a decision to leave and C. Transitioning to a new job. This article takes a step back, to choices you have…
Ready to engage with a different workscape experience?
Self unLimited is not for the faint hearted. It’s a brave step to decide that you will take responsibility for the key decisions that will shape your workscape. Especially if it’s the first time you really feel you have…
An explanation about value creation
You are part of value creation activities every day, whether you realise it or not. This is an invitation to bring your awareness to these activities and direct your participation in a meaningful way. Learn about creating personal…
A break-up letter to an organisation
Dear John Pty Ltd Well, this is awkward. I’m not sure how to say this. But things haven’t been right for a while between us. We’ve had some stupid rows over cleaning up the mugs in the staff kitchen…
Experiments help you meaningfully explore unknowns
The word ‘experiment’ can conjure up an image of a person in a laboratory with test tubes and a notepad with lots of scribblings. The scientific method of experimentation has been the source of much important and useful knowledge…
The one thing I hate about working in Australia
Today (Feb 2019) marks five years in Australia for my partner and me. That’s five years of living and working in a country that represents the true land of opportunity to us. Disclaimer: I love Australia and Australians dearly,…
Welcome aboard your flight to the Future of Work
Ladies and Gentlemen, welcome aboard Your Work Airways on this flight from the Present to the Future of Work. Before we take off there are a few preparations I’d like to run you through to minimise anxiety and maximise…
