A memory that I like to assume was about output vs results. — “it wasn’t because of what he did; it was because of WHY he did it.” After returning from a 4-days emergency lock-down in an oil refinery, that was what my dad said (safety and maintenance director at the time). Here is the backstory: Every year, around this time, I either…

I know it is not rude, it is just my brain playing tricks on me — “It is not my responsibility to compensate for your lack of hire and delegation to keep this project running correctly.” A defensive response, maybe. Are there better ways to say it? Of course. Have I ever said it out loud, a version of it? NO. Have I paid dearly? Absolutely. …

And we talk less of those who work “less” — “I am overwhelmed with projects and tasks, but I am [insert your noun/slogan], and I got this” I usually take caution commenting on people’s behaviour regarding their careers. Mostly because I rarely listened to anyone over this for the past 19 years. The message of “MORE WORK” is not wrong…

We’ve created demons to tell us so — Fear of “what if” is probably among the most formidable challenges to overcome. It is a demon with many faces, mainly with a good looking, good sounding redundantly stated advise: “Better not to, because what if!” People set goals and visions and draw roadmaps, which is essential and effective. We…

Can you tell emotions behind masks and laptop screens? I always take any suitable opportunity to speak about how it took us a decade to prepare for the pandemic with my previous team. …

Life Scars are Lessons — Brace yourself; this is an ugly one. We are not the heroes we tell ourselves we are. Not all the time, not even most of the time. This is a story about racism, discrimination, and a bit of marketing. My first experience with discrimination was in school, around the age…

Some call it soft skills — I have a few wishes on what I hope can be engraved on my tombstone when I am gone and in my family and friends’ memories when my time is up. “He listened” is something I hope will be there. I am rarely a man with answers, but I will…

How some of us in the Middle East region govern our businesses — When you start mobilising on an idea, you will be wearing many hats. If, after a decade, you’ve added more hats to your collection, it’s a warning sign. I am fortunate to have experienced work and employment in multiple cultures, cities, communities, and above all, management styles. I am still…

And why you should take the test of such a journey — In 2003, I took a 12-hour road trip from Dallas to Indianapolis to watch the F1 race. It was officially my first road trip as an adult; paid, planned, and executed by myself and my friend. I remember getting a call from my friend suggesting we buy the tickets and…