The Power of Adversity

My uncle was a very young crewman in the RAF during World War 2. He was involved in night bombing raids in the second half of the war. A terrifying and terrible experience, I am sure. Like many who went through it, he rarely spoke of it. But during those night raids,...

Setting new ground rules

For one day in December each year I love to invest time in reviewing the year past. It’s incredible to look back through my Success Log and recount the achievements in a sort of “Sports Review of the Year” style! And it’s not simply a way of celebrating...

Your Talent

Why is it that people so frequently underestimate the value of their own major talents? Many seem to take for granted that because they are particularly good at something, then everyone else must similarly be good at it. So they often ignore the opportunities to help...

Polishing

For those who have met me in person, seen me speak on stage, or attended one of my events or seminars, you will be aware, I’m sure, of the importance I attach to having my shoes polished… toe-caps especially glass-like, so you really can see your reflection in them....

15 Success Myths

Isn’t it amazing how so many myths have grown up around how people become successful? Many of these myths are not so much downright wrong, as they are half-truths which are twisted and often counter-productive. These add to the view of how to be more successful, in...