When “It’s Fine” Isn’t Fine at All

When “It’s Fine” Isn’t Fine at All

Note: This is clearly not my normal type of column. But on this occasion, I want to share a personal experience that, while involving nudity, holds some powerful lessons that I hope will be helpful for you in some small way. I’m really disappointed in myself. I did...
The Power of Your Presence in a Noisy, Fast World

The Power of Your Presence in a Noisy, Fast World

Saluti da Firenze! I’m in Italy this week to attend and speak at the Monash University Global Leaders Summit—my alma mater. The title of my session: Leading in a World Demanding Change. As distinguished alumni gathered from across the globe (we Aussies are known for...
When Fear Becomes Fatal

When Fear Becomes Fatal

In 1995, a team of five Navy SEALs embarked on a high-risk mission in Venezuela to test a relatively unproven capability at the time—navigating extreme rapids in inflatable boats. The theory was that rivers could serve as highways through rugged jungle terrain...