What if the very future of our children rests precariously on the leadership choices we make today? As we contemplate the leaders our schools desperately need, an urgent and provocative question emerges. In his groundbreaking work “Five Minds for the Future,” celebrated educational psychologist Howard Gardner challenges us to reconsider what it
Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the sheer number of choices presented daily? In a world overflowing with options—whether selecting cereal at the supermarket or determining the next step in your career—decision-making can often feel like standing at a crossroads with too many paths. Sheena Iyengar’s thought-provoking book, “The Art of Choosing”,
In a world that spins faster than a carousel, where change is the only constant, understanding how to adapt and thrive has never been more crucial. It changes faster than a chameleon at a rainbow convention; adapting is not just a survival skill—it’s an art. Bob Rosen and Emma-Kate Swann’s “Conscious: The
Imagine a leaky tap in your home. The drip may seem minor or even inconsequential. But over time, the consistent trickle can waste gallons of water and cause damage to your space. Similarly, unaddressed accountability issues start small in relationships, workplaces, and communities but can grow into significant disruptions. For instance, we
Are we on the brink of becoming obsolete in a world increasingly dominated by artificial intelligence? In today’s landscape, AI is reshaping industries and transforming careers, lifestyles, and our very identities. As this technology spreads across sectors, concerns about being replaced by machines are becoming more prevalent. In “Irreplaceable: The Art of
What will the workplace of tomorrow look like as technology relentlessly reshapes our understanding of work? In “The Future of Work,” Darrell M. West from the Brookings Institution takes us on a rapidly evolving landscape where technology acts like a sculptor, chiselling a new form out of stone. This book is an
Imagine you’re on a journey toward happiness, sat atop an enormous elephant with a mind of its own. This “elephant” represents our desires and subconscious impulses, while we, the rider, symbolise the rational mind. In “The Happiness Hypothesis: Finding Modern Truth in Ancient Wisdom”, Jonathan Haidt uses this vivid metaphor to show
Many find themselves adrift in a world that often equates success with wealth and prestige, much like a ship without a rudder. J. Douglas Holladay’s insightful book, “Rethinking Success: Eight Essential Practices for Finding Meaning in Work and Life“, challenges this conventional wisdom by proposing a framework that emphasises purpose, relationships, and
For all its beauty, life can often feel like an unpredictable storm. It pushes, tests, and sometimes even throws us to the ground. Many of us wish for smooth sailing, but as Brené Brown shares in her compelling book, “Rising Strong: The Reckoning. The Rumble. The Revolution.”, proper growth and resilience don’t
In a world that spins faster every day, authenticity might seem like a luxury, something for the few who have time to reflect deeply. Yet, as Karissa Thacker’s “The Art of Authenticity: Tools to Become an Authentic Leader and Your Best Self” tells us, adopting authenticity is not just a choice; it’s
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