Hanging on to your leadership by a thread?
A leader is best when people barely know that he exists, not so good when people obey and acclaim him, worst when they despise him. Fail to honour people, they fail to honour you. But of a good leader, who talks little, when his work is done, his aim fulfilled, they will all say, “We […]
The difference between Being Successful and Living a Successful Life
“The key to living a successful is life is being able to analyze and understand your mindset. And then bridging any gaps with the right resources and influences”. David Andrew Let me try and explain… Success has a few different definitions. I’ve chosen a definition which I have found people are familiar with, A state of […]
5 reasons to get the most out of Personal Development and Self Improvement Training Courses
Do I need to go on another training course on personal development to get better in what I do? Do I need another coach, guru, or an on-line TED Talk? Ambition with no direction I asked myself this question, many years ago because I spent (invested) all that money (literally thousands of pounds) taking golfing […]
Graduated. What next? Four options for you to consider.
I was walking along Brindley Place in Birmingham through the ICC – Symphony Hall and encountered crowds of graduates from Birmingham City University taking pictures in their hats and gowns. Their family and friends had beautiful smiles on their faces. I stopped by for few seconds to soak the celebratory atmosphere of achievement. It […]
Relationship with Man and God Can it be symbiotic?
Relationship Definitions I am writing this blog because I was inspired by a church service recently and immediately started writing down my thoughts. The Sunday message was about Relationship with God and how Christians can build a stronger relationship with God. The second reason for writing is that relationship is an integral part of both […]
Finding your independence
The United States of America is celebrating Independence Day also referred to as the Fourth of July or July Fourth. They liberated themselves from the British Empire in 1776 and regarded themselves a new nation. The celebrations are filled with laughter, fireworks, food, music and people enjoying the day. It is for the day! Freedom is what we […]
Why is speed coaching effective?
Speed coaching is an idea that fits into the busy schedules of people today and looks at how life coaching and mentoring should work with you, not against you. Have you heard these popular phrases? I am really very busy. I don’t have the time. There’s not enough time to get everything done. I am snowed […]
The Silent Coach. A tribute to my dad on Father’s Day
My dad, James Andrew was a dynamic and inspiring person. I only realised this after his death 18 years ago. A five feet tall man from India who travelled to over eighty countries since 1966. The first ten years were even without an official passport, so that was a miracle in itself! The Indian government […]
