True humility isn’t weakness - it’s quiet strength in action. It’s knowing you’re powerful but choosing to serve others instead of dominating them. Superman, in his humility, taught me this.

To be a better person, stop trying to be a good person. 

I've come to realize that striving to see ourselves as "good people" can be counterproductive. This might sound strange - after all, isn’t wanting to see ourselves as good something our parents and authority figures taught us as children? Let me share why this mindset can be problematic.

I recently received feedback that stung: after a training session I poured my heart into, a participant said while they appreciated my enthusiasm, the content lacked depth in addressing their specific challenges. My heart sank, and I questioned my effectiveness on whether I was truly making an impact. But self-mastery isn’t about perfection, like a maestro—it’s about how quickly we process, reflect, and bounce back.

“Is being nice, good enough to earn my team’s trust?”  The answer is “No.”

While many leaders strive to be “nice” when faced with hard conversations, the reality is that niceness can often come across as fake politeness or insincerity. True leadership demands compassion instead - a quality rooted in genuine care for others' growth, even when it means delivering tough love.

What fuels your drive to get to work in the morning? Here are 9 powerful motivators. 

Managing up in tense situations isn't always easy, but mastering it strengthens work relationships and leads to better outcomes.

“Managing up is making it easier for your manager to support you in doing great work.“ - Kellan Elliot-McCrea

As I collaborate with @seokhian on a cross-border project (excited!), I had the privilege to be coached by her on managing up. After our session, I realized that many of my past difficulties with former bosses were more about my approach than theirs. While relationships often started well, they eventually deteriorated, and I saw I was part of the problem.

I recently had the privilege of conducting a leadership workshop for mid-level managers from a major media agency network. While I enjoy connecting with participants and delivering the content I’ve spent weeks preparing, I also look forward to learning from them. This time, I discovered the concept of 'tough love in leadership.'

Escape games are a fun way to teach essential leadership skills like teamwork, communication, problem-solving, and time management.

In my previous post, I introduced The Four Quadrants of Emotional Intelligence (EQ). EQ can be developed just like any other skill. Here’s how to enhance your EQ as a leader.

We all know someone who seems to lack emotional intelligence (EQ), but what exactly are the signs?

As leaders, understanding and managing our mental state is crucial for effective decision-making and guiding our teams to success.

Recently, I hailed a Grab car for my commute. What began as an ordinary ride unexpectedly changed my outlook on the business of earning.

Be it political discourse, workplace clashes, family dinner debates or relationship dilemmas, engaging in conversations with individuals who hold opposing viewpoints can be frustrating. How can we prepare ourselves better before we enter such conversations?

The departure of star employees can leave employers scratching their heads in bewilderment. As employers, what are we not seeing?

Leaders are humans too, and need immediate acknowledgement to know that we’re on the right path.

The problem is that it’s not as simple to measure success in leadership. Unlike games with clear rules and defined endpoints, the pursuit of impactful leadership is an infinite game.

Getting 80% done is better than 100%? This idea might seem counterintuitive to progress but there is some wisdom behind this mantra.🦉

You see, the pursuit for 100% often leads to delays, burnout, and even missed opportunities. In contrast, focusing on reaching the 80% mark acknowledges the diminishing returns associated with achieving absolute perfection.

Stage plays vs films: What’s the difference?

🎭 Given their limited proximity, stage plays often emphasise heightened expressions to ensure visibility and impact for the audience. Plots in stage plays are generally simpler as immediate and continuous engagement is required. Also, it needs to regard practical considerations such as limited sets and swift scene changes.

🛠️ When developing aspiring leaders in your organisation, consider the 4Es of leadership development (Environment, Equipping, Exposure, and Execution); a framework that offers a holistic approach to nurturing leadership skills.