If we want to live a life with intent, it is more practical to make clear decisions and follow them relentlessly. Many times, we get distracted by shiny objects and tempting opportunities. Only later do we realise that many of them were traps—quietly draining our...

Our decisions are not entirely ours when others are affected by them—directly or indirectly, in the short term or the long term. When that happens, decision-making carries a moral responsibility: to be conscious of the consequences our choices may create for others....

Ten years from now, our biggest regrets will likely be the decisions we never made. Sitting on choices can feel safe—it gives short-term comfort and shields us from risk—but the true cost is invisible: lost time and missed opportunities. Think deeply about decisions...

One of the first questions we should ask before making any decision is: do we need to make this decision now? And if not now, by when should it be made? Not all decisions require immediate action. However, delaying decisions comes with a cost—the cost of delay. This...

We don’t get to choose our parents, teachers, birthplace, workplace leaders, our children’s personalities, or our birth and death dates. We have little control over the opportunities we’re given or the events that shape our lives. At a macro level, much of life is...

We are most vulnerable to making bad decisions when we are sick, tired, or desperate—these are our weak points and the leverage points for those on the other side of the table. Recognising when we are in a weakened position is crucial. When an ERP system is nearing...

We don’t just buy things—we rationalise why we buy them. Sometimes it’s brand loyalty (we trust the name), sometimes it’s peace of mind (a recommendation from someone we trust), or maybe it’s an ego boost (a luxury logo). Other times, it’s fear (dreaded end-of-support...