by SP Singh | Jun 14, 2024 | Leadership
Common sense is overrated. In theory, most of the world around us can be functional using basic common sense. However, we need processes, procedures, rule books, communications, contracts, legal bindings, and systems to operate smoothly. We may organise massive chaos...
by SP Singh | Jun 13, 2024 | Leadership
I asked myself: Who have I lost to most of the time in my life? It didn’t take long to realise that I have often lost to myself. I lost when I didn’t keep my promise to commit. I lost when I wavered from the decisions I made. I lost when I knowingly distracted myself,...
by SP Singh | Jun 12, 2024 | Leadership
If it’s clear that the work needs to be done, then we should start it promptly. Sitting on the fence and merely raising issues and risks is easy and unproductive. While learning from past experiences and making informed recommendations is important, these...
by SP Singh | Jun 11, 2024 | Leadership
If the result of helping others is feeling happy about myself, then the help is still superficial since it is based on internal happiness and perhaps pride. A deeper level of help comes when we help not out of volunteer service but out of a sense of duty. When it is...
by SP Singh | Jun 11, 2024 | Leadership
We all make sacrifices for various reasons. Some of us sacrifice time to earn more money, while others give up money to gain more time. We might also sacrifice our resources for justice, status, legacy, or other goals. Often, we aren’t fully aware of what...
by SP Singh | Jun 10, 2024 | Leadership
Perhaps we are all blessed with countless treasures. Perhaps one of the purposes of life is to identify and explore these treasures, using them to make a positive impact.
by SP Singh | Jun 9, 2024 | Leadership
I’ll do it tomorrow. It’s not that important. All right, I’ll get to it eventually. This pattern of slow responses and procrastination isn’t harmless. Lethargy comes at a significant, often unquantifiable, cost. How can we measure the price of...
by SP Singh | Jun 8, 2024 | Leadership
As a child, I learned from my environment, teachers, and parents. As I grew older, I sought counsel for guidance and support, knowing I didn’t have all the answers and needed help. Upon reaching adulthood, I mistakenly believed I knew everything and began...
by SP Singh | Jun 7, 2024 | Leadership
We live in parallel worlds. What is considered right in one country may be deemed wrong in the neighbouring country. It may be primarily influenced by differing cultures and societal norms. These cultural and societal frameworks shape our perceptions of morality,...
by SP Singh | Jun 6, 2024 | Leadership
Workarounds can be appealing because they provide quick solutions to immediate problems. However, if we rely on them without thoroughly understanding the underlying issues, they can proliferate rapidly, leading to more significant challenges. Over time, a habit of...