Rising to Meet the Moment
Reflecting

Rising to Meet the Moment

There’s something uniquely challenging about occupying positions where we genuinely want to help others and deliver excellence. We arrive with good intentions, committed to making a meaningful difference, yet sometimes encounter resistance along the way. This tension, while uncomfortable, often signals something important: necessary boundaries are being pushed. The discomfort that emerges when standards evolve … Continue reading

Be ready to serve, authentically
Reflecting

Be ready to serve, authentically

Reflecting on episode 291 of the High Performance podcast, having a purpose and serving others shines through. The episode explores how Lewis’s understanding of success evolved from chasing validation to pursuing genuine fulfilment. His powerful quote, “Fear failure, success, or judgement. I am not enough,” reveals the internal struggle many high achievers face – a … Continue reading

Debate with Authenticity and Kindness
Leadership / Reflecting

Debate with Authenticity and Kindness

Episode 167 of the High Performance Podcast delves into the world of Adam Grant, an organisational psychologist, author, professor and podcast host himself. In the relentless pursuit of achievement, we often find ourselves trapped in a cycle of validation-seeking. As Adam Grant wisely points out, we should “stop trying to prove yourself; improve yourself instead.” … Continue reading