Embracing Feedback — Leadership is an ever-evolving path, a journey that demands continuous growth and self-improvement. In this pursuit, the key to becoming a better leader lies in our willingness to uncover and address our “unknown-unknowns.” These are the blind spots and hidden weaknesses we may not even be aware of. A crucial…

The Surprising Stressors of Retirement and How to Navigate Them — Retirement is often seen as a time of relaxation and enjoyment, but contrary to logic, it can also be a source of stress for many individuals. The transition from a structured work life to retirement can bring about unexpected challenges. …

Recently, I had the privilege of attending a captivating sharing session led by a seasoned senior leader. While the atmosphere was filled with humor and a casual tone, there was something profound beneath the surface. Through attentive listening, I unearthed three invaluable messages that the leader aimed to convey to…

Soon, I will be turning the page on another year in my life. As I reflect on the year that has passed these five lessons have become increasingly clear to me. Lesson number 1: Luck plays an outsized role in our success. While we like to believe that we have…

Saving for your retirement — Delayed gratification is a powerful concept that holds the key to a secure retirement. In an age of instant gratification, where we are accustomed to immediate rewards, the idea of setting aside a portion of our earnings for the distant future is daunting. …

Adding value? — During my regular #CoffeeWithFriends session, a friend shared her frustrations with her Reporting Officer (RO). She was tasked to organize an event and, during the initial Approval of Plan meeting with her Counter-Signing Officer (CSO), had proposed an event sequence of A, B, C and D. During the presentation, her…

A lesson in effective communications for married couples — Husband: Honey, don’t panic, but I have some bad news for you. I was hit by a car outside my office. Hailey brought me to the hospital. The doctors are doing tests on me and they are scheduling an MRI. The blow to my head was hard, but the doctors…

The Rising Threat of .RAR Files — In the ever-evolving landscape of cyber threats, cybercriminals are continually finding new and ingenious ways to exploit unsuspecting individuals. One emerging tactic that is gaining prominence is the use of .RAR (and .APK) files to infect devices. RAR files, commonly used for compressing data, and have legitimate purposes. However, cybercriminals…

Passion has no place in a career! I say this because the reality is that passion is fickle while careers are permanent. Hence, while it is ideal that you marry your passion with your occupation, being able to do so is the exception rather than the norm. Passion is a…