Reading Time: 4 minutesEver feel like flipping through the pages of someone else’s life? Envying the seemingly effortless success of that influencer, or comparing your messy middle chapter to someone else’s polished highlight reel? We’ve all been there. But here’s the secret superpower you might be overlooking: you are the writer, director, and star of your own incredible […]
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Reading Time: 3 minutesGreat leaders aren’t just born; they’re made through a potent combination of will and skill. Will refers to an individual’s motivation, drive, and desire to achieve a goal. Skill encompasses the abilities and knowledge needed to execute that goal effectively. Understanding this dynamic is crucial for anyone aspiring to leadership positions. The Skill-Will Matrix and
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Reading Time: 3 minutesIn today’s world, titles hold immense power. CEOs command respect, professors demand attention, and even job titles like “doctor” or “engineer” carry a certain weight. But what if the true measure of an individual lies not in their position, but in their disposition? This article delves into the counterintuitive idea that your character and attitude
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Reading Time: 3 minutesWe live in a world obsessed with excellence. From social media feeds showcasing filtered perfection to the relentless pursuit of peak performance, the pressure to be the best can feel constant and crushing. But what if the key to a happier, more fulfilling life lies not in striving for an unattainable ideal, but in embracing
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Reading Time: 2 minutesFirst published on Pro Bono News. Let’s start with some sobering headlines recently: Humanity ‘going in the wrong direction’ on climate change, UN warns. 8 out of 10 at risk of modern slavery with approximately 50 million — mostly women, children, and migrants — still trapped in forced labour and marriages. According to the WHO,
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Reading Time: 3 minutesFirst published in Pro Bono News. Unless they’ve just started out in business, most people have been to a few conferences in their lifetime. But do they represent value for money? If you’re the type of person who goes to lots of them or all of them and you think, “I’m going to get something
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Reading Time: 4 minutesCompanies usually take on and achieve sustainability goals in three stages: Complying with regulations – Companies have no choice in this area; they must obey the law. Regulations are often the impetus behind sustainability initiatives. Achieving competitive advantage – This is necessary if you want your business operations to make a profit. Social, economic and
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Reading Time: 3 minutesHello everyone, I hope you are having a safe and productive week! Some personal news…bear with me as I try to recap what has been one of the most rewarding journeys I could have ever hoped for professionally, personally, and socially. My world turned somewhat upside-down early May when my role (along with many others)
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Reading Time: 2 minutesEconomics may be a great science for understanding numbers, but it does a poor job of predicting wellbeing. “When income exceeds a certain threshold, it no longer brings more happiness,” according to the “Easterlin paradox.” Within a country, the rich are generally happier than the poor, but that’s not true over time or in comparisons
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