The Myth of the Self-Made Man or Woman – A Façade

The Myth of the Self-Made Man or Woman – A Façade

There is an old African proverb that says, “It takes a whole village to raise a child.” Indeed, it takes a community, a network of people, seen and unseen (that is the God Factor), to accomplish any meaningful feat in life. The notion of a “self-made man or woman” is...
The Fragile Grip – The Reality of Leadership

The Fragile Grip – The Reality of Leadership

Leadership and positions are often associated with power, influence, and status. However, one truth remains constant across time and cultures: leadership is transient. Just like life itself, leadership roles are temporary. The word “transient” calls for deep...
Why Your Team Is Not Talking

Why Your Team Is Not Talking

…and Why That Is A Problem I once witnessed a corporate executive shut down a team member during a meeting with the chilling statement: “I will wear my metal hat and rule with an iron hand.” This remark came simply because the team member offered a perspective that...
Re-Thinking Leadership Through CARE

Re-Thinking Leadership Through CARE

Recently, during a heartfelt sermon celebrating a friend’s 50th birthday in a Catholic church, a powerful message echoed through the congregation: “We are called not to do great things but to do small things with great love.” Attributed to the legendary Mother Teresa,...