Ideas

When Values Meet Reality: The Ben & Jerry’s Story I Wrote About in 2017 Continues to Unfold

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Today’s news that Jerry Greenfield is stepping away from Ben & Jerry’s, citing Unilever’s silencing of their social mission, validates concerns I raised in my 2017 book ‘Values Count’. When values-driven companies are acquired by larger corporations, the promise to maintain social mission rarely survives the reality of corporate structures designed for different purposes. This isn’t just about ice cream – it’s about fundamental questions facing every entrepreneur who wants to build a business that stands for something.

Six Ways We Explore: From Morning Milk to Karl Marx

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How do you explore new territory in work and life? In my latest blog, I share the Six Modes of Exploration from my forthcoming book ‘The Fifth Element’. From planned journeys to serendipitous discoveries, from community wisdom to sudden revelations – which mode serves you best? #Leadership #Coaching #PersonalDevelopment #ChiefExplorer

It’s Not About Me

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When someone reacts strongly to us, our instinct is to take it personally. But what if we flipped the script? In my latest blog, I explore how the simple mantra ‘It’s not about me’ can transform confrontations into opportunities for understanding. By removing ego from the equation, we paradoxically gain more power and agency in difficult situations. Read more about how this perspective shift has changed my approach to professional relationships over the past decade.

Bridges to New Possibilities

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The announcement reveals the publication of the author’s new book, “Precious Jewels: Small Experiments for Personal Growth.” It introduces the “Bridges to the New” concept, designed to assist individuals in navigating transitions through reflective prompts. The approach encourages personal development by exploring new perspectives and creating tailored questions.

From Values to Small Experiments: Why Principles Drive Change

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There’s a curious disconnect in how we approach change. We often think of our deepest values as abstract concepts that live in one realm, while our daily actions and experiments exist in another. But what if these seemingly separate territories are actually intimately connected? In my work with coaching clients over the years, I’ve noticed … Read more

The Explorer’s Journey: One Path, Many Adventures

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I’ve been reflecting on how my various coaching programmes and books connect into one coherent journey of exploration and transformation.

In my latest blog post, “The Explorer’s Journey: One Path, Many Adventures,” I share how values, insight, creativity, and practical tools form a natural progression through four layers of development.

Whether you’re interested in coaching, personal growth, or simply curious about how seemingly separate ideas can form a unified whole, I’d love to hear your thoughts on this framework.

What single thread connects your diverse work and passions?

#TransformationalCoaching #ExplorerMindset #PersonalDevelopment

Precious Jewels: unveiling my new book on small experiments for personal growth

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I am really excited to announce my forthcoming book, “Precious Jewels: A Small Book About Small Experiments.” As many of you know, I’ve long been fascinated by the power of incremental change and creative exploration. This book is my attempt to distil years of experience into a compact, accessible format that I hope will inspire … Read more