We Can Only Have One Priority

“The word priority came into the English language in the 1400s. It was singular. It meant the very first or prior thing. It stayed singular for the next five hundred years.

Only in the 1900s did we pluralize the term and start talking about priorities. Illogically, we reasoned that by changing the word we could bend reality. Somehow we would now be able to have multiple “first” things." - Greg McKeown

Posted in goals; Tagged goals, reflection; Posted 46 days ago

Common Causes of Very Bad Decisions *

Some observations following reading a timely and aptly titled article by Morgan Housel called "Common Causes of Very Bad Decisions".

Posted 3 months ago

Championing Change

Change isn’t easy, but the right change is powerful for people, teams and organisations. When you’re the diversity hire, the change agent, the new person, the outsider, the one that’s not quite drinking the Kool-Aid, it’s hard work. It’s hard to show up and be committed to your voice and leading, influencing and shaping a change. But what's the cost if you don't? 

Posted in change; Tagged leadership, change management, governance; Posted 7 months ago

Today's Checklist for Boards

As we navigate new challenges and complexities, this AICD checklist for Boards is a good one. Both Directors and all business leaders would benefit from reviewing it. 

Posted 10 months ago

The Governance Challenge of Balancing Trust, Ethics and Competence

As transparency and purpose continue to lead the 'hot topics' for Boards and all organisations, research shows that most people think it's impossible for organisations to be both ethical and competent.

Posted in governance; Tagged brand, trust; Posted 12 months ago

When Mistakes Happen

Mistakes happen. Here's some 'what not to do' and lessons from New Zealand's biggest telco.

Posted 15 months ago

Use Your Voice on 12 October - Vote!

Next month we have Local Government elections. These October elections matter. You’re voting for the issues that you care about for yourself, your family, business and community. Use your voice! 

Posted 16 months ago

How Frameworks and Models Simplify Complexity

A framework or model provides us with the confidence that we are developing concepts or ordering our ideas, in a way that is structured and logical.

Posted in strategy, business; Tagged business strategy, marketing model, marketing governance; Posted 18 months ago

Engaging Influencers - Are You Compliant?

The rapid increase in marketing jargon and buzz words have left many a business owner, founder, executive or Board member looking glassy-eyed and slightly panicked. One area that all of us in business need to be aware of due to its increasing usage and it’s often lacking, compliance requirements, is that of engaging influencers.

Posted in marketing, governance, risk; Tagged marketing governance, marketing, compliance; Posted 20 months ago

Marketing South Insights 2019 (2 of 2) - Gut Feel and Innovation

Marketing South Insights (2 of 2) - how gut-feel, innovation and investing in your brand pay dividends.

Posted in marketing; Tagged business marketing, growth, sales and marketing, marketing governance, innovation, product design; Posted 20 months ago

Marketing South Insights 2019 (1 of 2)

A quick wrap up from the savvy speakers at Marketing South 2019 (Part 1 of 2), held in Ōtautahi, Christchurch on 2 May 2019. Applied knowledge and key takeouts from some Kiwi marketing leaders.

Tagged marketing, customer experience; Posted 20 months ago

Marketing Needs Marketing

Marketing needs some marketing. It’s more than the ‘colouring in department’, its a crucial business function.

Posted 21 months ago