Celebrating birthdays

Most people enjoy birthdays, especially their own. It is a celebration of joy—a simple moment to acknowledge someone and hail their birth on their day. You will likely still enjoy the moment even if it is not your birthday.  As organizations, we rarely celebrate...

Going fast or far

There is an African proverb we may want to reflect on regularly as we consider our importance, value, and status in almost all that we do. ‘If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.’ Life is better with others, and any team will win in the...

Necessary recognition

Numerous studies extol the benefits and necessity of recognizing individuals for their accomplishments and progress to motivate them to strive for more. Being mindful of the positive achievements of others is not only beneficial to others but is vital for any leader...

It’s about the people

Glasgow, Scotland, is not a city one would physically describe as beautiful compared to other large cities. It has a grungy industrial beauty to it. While there are many arts, crafts, and culinary attractions without a doubt, there’s one element that stands out even...

Wallow

Often associated with large mammals laying around muddy water to stay cool and avoid insects biting them, and as humans, we take it as a form of indulging in pleasure. How is it that so many we encounter choose to wallow in misery? Each day presents issues and...