Keep What Worked
There is a ritual at the end of the year that looks like reflection but often turns into self punishment. You collect every mistake and hold it up to the light as if the weight of shame will force improvement…
Category Reflections
Season Of No
December has a way of tempting good people into bad commitments. Clients want one more thing before the break. Colleagues hope for a quick favour that will save their week. Family and community life add extra weight to a calendar…
When “Just Admin” Matters
When the Unexpected Becomes the JobWith the latest storm warnings in place, I’m reminded of a week when the weather took centre stage in my work. It’s a reminder that behind the scenes, when the unexpected happens, someone is still…
Quiet Power: Being an Introvert in a Loud Online World
There’s a scene in The Devil Wears Prada that sticks with me. It’s during one of the big fashion events. Miranda Priestly stands like a queen at court while important guests file in. As each person approaches, her assistants quietly…