“Because it’s time you realiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiised, That this is the time, The time for action!” So sang the sharp suited Secret Affair back in 1979, also urging us to dress smart, keep clean and take them to your leader. (David Cameron is more of a Jam fan (I know, I know) as it happens.) Procrastinators Listen [...]
Deadlines, Schmeadlines!
21st December 2011
When people complain about deadlines, seeking extensions, or missing due dates, I ask them if they have ever heard of Elisha Gray. Inevitably they stare at me blankly, “Who?” “How about Alexander Graham Bell? Ever heard of him?” This one’s a bit different. Most will say, “Sure, he invented the telephone.” Two Hours Difference At [...]
Role (With It)
14th December 2011
How many roles do you inhabit beyond the immediate job title listed on your business card? Take a moment and list some of those roles now. Think of family – are you a parent, a son or daughter, brother or sister, aunt or uncle? Think of leisure – are you a golfing great or football [...]
Too Late?
10th December 2011
“I’d have liked to do that, but I’m too old now.” You’ll have heard this one before, maybe from your grandparents, or your mum or dad, or maybe you’ve heard the words coming out of your own mouth. It’s a popular excuse, but frankly it’s a rubbish reason not to do something. Excuse Me? This [...]
Friday Night!
02nd December 2011
It’s the start of the weekend! So how are you gonna spend your Friday Night? In case you’ve not yet made any plans let Danny from Fame give you some ideas about what you might do and why whatever you decide it’s going to be alright . . .
Prepping The Priority Principle
28th November 2011
The heat behind the launch of The Priority Principle is increasing. More and more people are asking me for advance copies (Sorry! Just sample chapters for the chosen few at the moment) and I’ve even had a request to write a version aimed solely at business. All very exciting and hopefully I’ll be able to [...]
Closing In On The Priority Principle
11th November 2011
The Priority Principle The Priority Principle is taking shape! The first draft has been written and I’m now polishing the edges of each chapter. Various chapters have been sent out for feedback and my editor has been scribbling away with his red pen. The publisher tells me he likes what he’s seen so soon it [...]
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My KnowHow Livedrive Cloud Fiasco
23rd November 2011
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Run, Forest, Run
04th April 2011
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Where Priorities Come From
02nd February 2012
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Scorpions and Frogs
02nd October 2011
- Seven Minutes To Success – An Interview with Pat Bridges 11th February 2011
- Pay Attention 02nd May 2012
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Managing A Team
19th April 2012
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Burn Your Boats
17th April 2012
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Desired and Active Priorities
10th April 2012
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BAD Focus
16th March 2012
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