Beneficial use of intelligence

We often assume that with greater intelligence, we will inevitably be happier. The more we know, the greater our ability to use and manipulate knowledge for our benefit. Yet, to the contrary, studies have shown that those who are intelligent and have opportunities...

Make your problems bigger

Are you inclined to simplify your problems and make them easier for you to solve? Our coping mechanism is driven by a desire to feel comfortable and in control. When we make the problems smaller, we inevitably do not gain clarity on the cause but instead focus on the...

Annual planning, like clockwork

As a part of annual planning, established organizations and startups inevitably have numerous objectives and tasks they want to accomplish. As a result, teams convene and set a long list of activities and initiatives to undertake for the coming year. Unfortunately,...

What ice cream do you offer?

Picture a plain scoop of vanilla ice cream with no topping. It’s okay, but it isn’t a favorite for most people. Now, imagine your favorite ice cream. Maybe it’s a sundae with fudge and bananas and sprinkles. A more favorable option when offered ice...

Losing is part of the success

Sir Alex Ferguson, the winningest coach across all premier football leagues, is a firm believer that it is essential to recognize and appreciate the losses we experience since this determines the path one should take. Growing up next to the shipyards of Glasgow, and...