Category: Weird Wisdom
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The Meeting Smile That Kills Good Thinking
Have you ever sat in a meeting, felt something wasn’t quite right about an idea, but smiled and went along with it anyway? Most of us have. Sometimes it feels easier. The meeting is running long. The room feels settled.…
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Serve Honesty
Meetings would improve instantly if honesty was catered like morning tea.Honesty in most workplaces is treated like a rare treat. This matters for Weird Wisdom® at Work because perspective sharing is what prevents repeated mistakes and keeps teams sharp. People…
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Avoid Expensive Mistakes: Speak Up, Think Differently
Diverse thinking is cheaper than hiring consultants to fix avoidable chaos. Of course, I say that with a little self-interest because yes, I happen to be the consultant. 😆 But the point stands: if everyone on a team thinks the…
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First Look: Weird Wisdom® At Work
I’m thrilled to finally share a sneak peek of the cover for my upcoming book, Weird Wisdom® At Work! After months of writing, refining, and designing, it’s exciting to see the ideas and energy of the book reflected visually. This…
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March 9th, The Real Test
The real test of International Women’s Day is March 9.Not the breakfast.Not the social media post.Not the well-crafted speech. Today.Because this is when we see whether it was a moment…or a commitment. Real solidarity looks quieter than a stage.It looks…
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Why Staying Silent at Work Costs Everyone
It’s a common impulse in the workplace: when tension rises or an uncomfortable issue surfaces, the easiest response seems to be staying quiet. You tell yourself it’s about keeping the peace, avoiding conflict, or protecting relationships. But here’s a truth:…
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Difference Isn’t a Problem. It’s a Team Advantage
I’m proud to be a co-author in Global Voices Shaping the Future, releasing March 14, 2026 (Professional Speakers Celebration Day) and launching at the Global Speakers Summit in Cairns. My chapter, Working with Difference in Teams, explores a truth many…
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International Women’s Day Isn’t a Celebration — It’s a Call to Action
International Women’s Day is approaching, and with it the calendar invites: breakfasts before work, long lunches, panel conversations, purple cupcakes, social tiles ready to post. And while those moments of gathering matter, I think it’s worth pausing to ask a…
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Your Weird at Work: Turning ‘We’ve Always Done It This Way’ Into Progress”
“We’ve always done it this way.” How often have you heard that in meetings, in emails, or even as a passing comment in the office kitchen? At first, it might sound like a statement of confidence or tradition, a reassurance…
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Your Weird at Work Isn’t a Risk. It’s Your Advantage
Embracing Your Weird at Work: Why It Takes Courage and Why It Matters In the workplace, being “Weird” can feel risky. It can mean questioning the usual way of doing things, suggesting ideas that don’t fit the status quo, or…
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