Book 2 of the 52 weeks = 52 Books Challenge – The Black Swan by Nassim Nicholas Taleb This is a highly engaging book that brilliantly debunks “expert” theories about everything around us. It’s one of those books that challenge what you know, and you can never go back to your old way of thinking.Continue reading “My Thoughts on The Black Swan: The Impact of the Highly Improbable”
Category Archives: mindset
Stuck in the Planning stage? How to get from planning to doing.
I take great pride in my ability to make detailed plans for everything I set out to do. That’s who I am at heart, a planner. As soon as I get an idea or want to take up a project, I start planning. But, I often find myself stuck in planning without moving to execution.Continue reading “Stuck in the Planning stage? How to get from planning to doing.”
Empathy is the Secret Sauce
“Empathy works so well because it does not require a solution, it requires only understanding.” -John Medina Anyone that comes up to you and shares what they are going through, more often than not, they are not looking for a solution, they are just looking for an outlet and validation of their emotions. In theseContinue reading “Empathy is the Secret Sauce”
Skills that can take you from surviving to thriving in any career
So, you have finished school and have landed that great job you have always dreamed of. Now what? What should your game plan be for not only surviving but thriving at your job? No matter the career you have, there are some qualities and skills that can get you noticed anywhere. These key skills areContinue reading “Skills that can take you from surviving to thriving in any career”
Why you should read fiction
Want to meet and learn from the greatest masters of all time – living or dead, without ever leaving your house? Read a book written by them. I was fortunate enough to have been introduced to the wonderful world of books at an early age and it changed my life. A reader can never beContinue reading “Why you should read fiction”
How to be More Resilient
Ever wondered what makes some people thrive in adverse circumstances? How can you be more resilient and bounce back and even grow through setbacks? Inspired by my absolute favorite, life-changing book – The obstacle is the way by Ryan Holiday. Ancient Greek philosophy of stoicism has been synonymous with resilience The goal of a stoicContinue reading “How to be More Resilient”
What they don’t teach you in school
Education is held in high regard in our society and rightly so. With constant education inflation in every professional field, employers asking for higher education, it pays more than ever to invest in education. Education certainly gives you an edge – a better launchpad, more flexibility in where you choose to work, however, education doesContinue reading “What they don’t teach you in school”
Guidance for thriving in the professional world 