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More Ikigai

My research into the topics of Self-Leadership and Ikigai continues and now I’ve read ‘Ikigai: Giving Every Day Meaning and Joy,’ by Yukari Mitsuhashi. This book has given me a very good understanding of what the concept of ikigai is all about.  My questions beyond the basics, were about trying to understand what ikigai is … Continue reading More Ikigai

Ikigai – A first introduction

As part of my project on Self Leadership, I am researching the Japanese concept of Ikigai and just finished reading "Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life," by Héctor García and Francesc Miralles. In terms of learning about Ikigai, this book offers only a cursory introduction. The authors start off by introducing … Continue reading Ikigai – A first introduction

Personal Leadership

You’ve been working hard, diligently, focused and your efforts have paid off. You’ve been offered your dream role in your organization! At the same time, your partner has also received a similar offer and the two positions are not in the same geographic place. Both roles are long-term and require onsite presence. This is one … Continue reading Personal Leadership

Transitions

We are all continuously transitioning and taking our first steps into a new phase of our lives. It could be a major life transition such as: marriage, the welcoming of children into our lives, empty-nesting or retirement. It could be a major work-related transition: new job, a layoff, a promotion or starting a new company. … Continue reading Transitions

Culture and Our Ability to Embrace Change

credits to janinesmusicroom.com Today's inspiration comes from the book, "Elastic: Unlocking Your Brain's Ability to Embrace Change," by Leonard Mlodinow. Have you read it? If not, I highly recommend it. You will find several secrets to unlocking your ability to be more creative, engage in divergent thinking and come up with ideas. One of the … Continue reading Culture and Our Ability to Embrace Change