False starts

False starts

In 1911 Australia’s parliament passed an act creating the Northern Territory. That same act mandated the building of a north-south railway. The line would run thousands of kilometres between Darwin and Adelaide and, in doing so, connect the top and bottom of Australia...
Wasted worry time

Wasted worry time

During his 1933 inauguration speech, US President Franklin Roosevelt famously said, “the only thing we have to fear is fear itself.” The President was referring to the debilitating effect doubt and fear have upon our ability to move forward. We mistakenly believe it’s...
Pressure to decide

Pressure to decide

Cricket’s DRS highlights the importance of a well-structured decision-making process. Test cricket is undoubtedly a contest of skill and athleticism, but what’s less appreciated is the degree to which quality decision-making influences the outcome of...
Life lessons from art

Life lessons from art

Learn to crawl before we walk; pause before we react; and, most importantly, think before we speak. These wholesome cliches may seem like obvious markers and guides for getting through life unscathed. But, in reality, we often forget why it matters to slow down. The...
When the luck runs out

When the luck runs out

The high-risk stakes of decision-making concentrated at the top. The most effective corporate leaders are rightly praised for their track record of rewarding and profitable decisions. Years of experience builds confidence in their ability to gauge the market and make...