Author Archives: Colin Smith

It makes me smile to find that what we need most, we were taught when we were little children. For example, “Look right, left and right again, before crossing the road, and keep looking”, another being, “Keep your mouth closed … Continue reading →

Are you paying attention, really? We say that we are paying attention, we even think that we are, but a sudden noise, a word from our colleague, or an incident unfolding in front of us, reminds us, often very quickly, … Continue reading →

“There isn’t anyone you couldn’t love once you’ve heard their story.” Mary Lou Kownacki – Author Today I was graced with the presence of a British Gas Engineer. It is interesting how organisations are embracing technology and using it to … Continue reading →

Why don’t we care? “Put things back where you found them.” and “Clean up your own mess.’ All I really need to know I learned in Kindergarten” by Robert Fulghum As we learn about life we also learn a lot … Continue reading →

In the middle of a busy Hotel reception area, no less, I was blessed to experience a most natural, nourishing and generative moment today. The rare moment of eye gazing. The moment of stillness, silence and, well, nothing. Where time … Continue reading →

Being in the presence of another, even if they are saying nothing, can bring more benefits than we could ever imagine, such as co-creating, be that in our personal lives or in our business,. There are always unsaid responses when … Continue reading →

Living in this fast paced, attention deprived, constantly distracted world, we are losing the desire, willingness and ability to see another or be seen by them. This is true whether we are at work, at play or with our loved ones. Having … Continue reading →

Every time he captains a flight, Martin says he needs to create the culture for the plane within the first two minutes of the crew getting together. He knows this is paramount to ensure the safety of his crew, his … Continue reading →

It was all going so well. My partner was talking to me, I was listening, or so I thought, and then she gave me that look and said, “You’re not listening”. On reflection, she had a point. Whilst she was … Continue reading →