I’ve found myself in a few debates about working from home over the last few years. Overall, I’m an advocate for going into the workplace, however, I appreciate ultimately the balance is dependent on an individual’s circumstances. I’ve had a few people tell me this week that they’ve learned new things from me and that […]
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The topic of disparities and discrimination is probably one of the best examples of the need for high-level critical thinking to navigate a very nuanced and longstanding debate. Following a related discussion with a close friend, he gifted me a book titled ‘Disparities and Discrimination’ by the economist Thomas Sowell. Debate aside, I found this
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When you think about the biggest achievements in your life, they will probably have been accompanied by periods of peak motivation. Whether you were motivated by a challenge, money, passion or hardship – there was something that spurred you on to take action and deliver. Endless examples demonstrate the power of motivation: How can someone
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There have been several memorable moments in my life where I’ve looked around me and thought “wow, I really am different from these people”. Likewise, I’ve also experienced memorable moments when I’ve felt a remarkable sense of belonging and group identity. Being a ‘minority’ in a majority environment can span various dimensions including ethnicity, socio-economic
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