Be TOPA!

Be TOPA!

Be TOPA! “You’re a TOPA!” This is the expression in my circle of friends for when you’re stuck in something and they don’t see a chance of you ever getting out of it. In this article, I’m going to try to prove why it’s good to consciously dare to be fools. When I talk...
Matthew’s Law and the Growth Mindset

Matthew’s Law and the Growth Mindset

Matthew’s Law and the Growth Mindset In my trainings on growth mindsets, I often come across the issue of what influences the development of our fixed and developing areas. The unanimous opinion of the participants is that our school system pushes students more...
Behind the Scenes – Director’s Cut

Behind the Scenes – Director’s Cut

Behind the Scenes – Director’s Cut “All the world’s a stage, and all the men and women actors in it.” – says Shakespeare. If you think about it, it’s true: we exist in different roles – as parents, as friends, as leaders, as colleagues. But who writes the script? Who...
Walk the Talk: Leadership 1×1

Walk the Talk: Leadership 1×1

Walk the Talk: Leadership 1×1 Think about how it would feel if our captain shouted orders from the side while we were relaxing in a lifeboat? We probably wouldn’t be the first to shout, “Weigh anchor!” A leader can only be truly authentic and inspiring if they do what...
The Secret to Successful Leaders in 2025

The Secret to Successful Leaders in 2025

The Secret to Successful Leaders in 2025 5 Key Skills and Practical Examples As leadership roles and responsibilities become increasingly complex, it is no longer enough to follow the same leadership practices that have proven successful in the past to succeed. In...