As harsh as it may sound, there is indeed no substitute for confidence and courage. There may be variations of confidence and courage. For example, the traits may be executed…

In my book, “ENCOUNTERS WITH THE INTIMACY OF CORPORATE GOVERNANCE PRACTICE”, there is a chapter dedicated to board secretarial practice. In other areas of the book I also speak generally…

As corporate actors and in our individual lives, growth and its validation is as important to us as the effort we make in our endeavors… My mind goes back to…

In our many encounters, I am sure we have been confronted with profound learning and growth points when it comes to corporate leadership in our organizations. As mentors and coaches,…

This piece is inspired by flustered moments sometimes experienced by actors who may feel overwhelmed by having to insist on facts, rather than speculation, half or non-truths, and so on.…

During this time of the year, I self-impose a sabbatical from writing articles unless the “spirit” leads me, so to speak! This series of articles is inspired by introspection about…

The lioness sits in the grass, unbothered by the elephants helping themselves by the watering hole. She is not on the hunt, and the elephants are not her playmates! She…

Nurturing her cubs, the lioness is always mindful that her little bundles of joy are growing every day. She helps them around, giving them joy as she plays with them,…

The lioness stealthily moves towards its prey, using the bushes as camouflage, slowly and patiently waiting for the perfect moment to pounce. She carefully identifies the weak and vulnerable prey,…

The lioness’s response to a more powerful aggressor is very situational. She could be cautious, have a defensive posture, retreat, seek support and be protective (especially of her cubs and…