by SP Singh | Nov 22, 2024 | Leadership
We are often conditioned to measure success solely by results. However, I believe the true measure of success lies in the combination of effort, intent, process, and teamwork. Measuring success purely by outcomes offers only one dimension. A more holistic approach...
by SP Singh | Nov 18, 2024 | Leadership, Local Government
The good old ways have always been working and may continue to work. But that is no reason to avoid change. If those methods take enormous time and resources yet deliver little value, then as leaders, we must take the initiative to transition to better ways of...
by SP Singh | Nov 17, 2024 | Leadership, Project Sponsorship
Business improvement and technology implementation projects are inherently challenging. When forming project teams, we often rely on Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) from the core business. These employees, while deeply knowledgeable, are usually engaged in their...
by SP Singh | Nov 15, 2024 | Leadership
To make a difference, I must take consistent action—regardless of how small, imperfect. My present actions shape the possibilities of the future. They are the foundation of hope. I am committed to the long game. In this journey, every day becomes a lesson—a chance to...
by SP Singh | Nov 9, 2024 | Leadership
I can always earn more money, but I can’t buy more time. Or can I? In reality, I can use my financial resources to reclaim my time by outsourcing tasks, hiring help, or automating routine activities. Money can buy things but it cannot buy happiness. Or can it? When...
by SP Singh | Nov 7, 2024 | Leadership
We are bound by our own blindness, deafness, and muteness. The deeper issue is our unawareness of these limitations. Even when we become aware, it’s all too easy to let that awareness slip away. True liberation may lie beyond this—where my conscious mind attentively...
by SP Singh | Nov 6, 2024 | Leadership
I often assume people respond directly to what I say, yet I sometimes overlook that their reactions are shaped by where I speak from. Their responses hinge on my perceived position relative to them—whether that’s social, financial, relational, or in the corporate...
by SP Singh | Oct 24, 2024 | Leadership, Local Government
As executives, our role is to make decisions. Delaying, avoiding, or making hasty decisions is equivalent to neglecting our responsibilities. These actions not only hinder our effectiveness but also create a ripple effect, preventing our teams from moving forward. For...
by SP Singh | Oct 22, 2024 | Leadership, Local Government
We must know enough to be effective.Before I demand anything, I must first understand my needs. When I aim to improve something, I need to have a clear picture of what excellence looks like. When I make buying decisions, I must know what constraints I’m working...
by SP Singh | Oct 20, 2024 | Leadership, Local Government
If I say to my 10-year-old daughter:”I expect you to keep your room in good condition,”the instruction is clear, but may not fully communicate what I expect from her. If I take a more prescriptive approach that makes sense for her age, I might...
