Lessons and advice shared by friends and colleagues whose actions or thinking have stayed with me.
Some of my closest friends and work colleagues have contributed their wisdom to this section. I asked them a simple question, ” I found myself wondering whether you might be willing to share a few thoughts or pieces of advice that have served you well over time.”
To my amazement far more than I expected did just that. The following pieces are based on thoughts generously shared with me. I have shaped them into short reflections while trying to preserve the spirit of what was offered. I hope I have done my friends and colleagues justice.
Here is a small selection of what is a treasure trove of wisdom.
Where to start
A less recognisable career.
There was a time when careers followed a recognisable path. Today, that sense of continuity feels less certain. My friend Duncan Weir built his career in a single company, an increasingly rare path.
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Chinese whispers in the workplace.
Prof Hans Arendzen, spent his life in medicine and management. He values not just hearing, but really listening is what made him stand out in his work.
An assault on our attention.
Fellow Master Golf Professional, Gary Alliss shared that his grandchildren are being bombarded by increasingly sophisticated AI and digital content.
This worked for me.
My friend, Dr Kyle Philpotts was generous in writing about his experience with study and how he approached it
If you would like access to more of these please drop a line to tony@b-real.org