by SP Singh | Apr 15, 2024 | Leadership
Sometimes, the writing on the wall is crisp and clear. Everyone can see it, but no one talks about it. It may be because we are busy, follow norms, feel shy, think it is not our problem, and start to believe – it is what it is. Yet, when one of us (usually an...
by SP Singh | Apr 13, 2024 | Leadership
Ego-based thinking is one of the top constraints in every project, relationship, or interaction. By default, we tend to overestimate our own contribution. Our thinking patterns put us at the centre of every discussion point. So, we feel good when we hear our praise...
by SP Singh | Apr 12, 2024 | Leadership
Sometimes, we like to take it out. We want to talk about our problems, issues, and challenges. We like to discuss things that are not working. We bounce ideas and ideal scenarios of what should happen. We may draw conceptual diagrams and paint a picture for the...
by SP Singh | Apr 10, 2024 | Leadership
Stumbling upon the long list of cognitive biases and their effects on our decision-making, I realised I am not a rational person! Consider taking some time for self-reflection.
by SP Singh | Apr 9, 2024 | Leadership
Take a moment to think about your childhood. Ponder the days of your uni or the early days of your career. It may all seem like distant memories, with some faded recollections of your experiences. Even if we try to recreate the good old days, we will likely regret our...
by SP Singh | Apr 7, 2024 | Leadership
We often debate ways of working (methodologies, processes, procedures, and rituals). Here are a few points to consider: The ways we worked before may no longer serve us well. Two distinct ways can be equally valid. Hybrid ways (the amalgamation of two ways) may serve...
by SP Singh | Apr 6, 2024 | Leadership
The following policies and procedures may sound bureaucratic. Some may want to uproot such limits. Casual wear is only on Fridays. No mini skirts or shorts are allowed. The Project Manager must always own the Project Risk Register and Project Schedule. The CEO must...
by SP Singh | Apr 4, 2024 | Leadership
When we are in constant, extreme pain due to a problem, there is a high chance that we will put effort into resolving it. So, pain (being painful) works in our favour. Other problems sometimes cause extreme pain and other times reasonable pleasure. Most such problems...
by SP Singh | Apr 3, 2024 | Leadership
Problems cause pain; hiding them under the carpet and moving on with life is often straightforward. But most issues don’t go anywhere. They grow stronger and stand in front of us over and over again. Solving one problem has the potential to unlock numerous new...
by SP Singh | Apr 2, 2024 | Leadership
I may find fulfilment in serving others. I may find peace in donating my savings. I may feel better after caring for my family. I may feel a sense of achievement in making more money. I may feel smart by fooling others. You may label me good or bad based on what I...
