After 22 years of being a parent, I don’t feel sadness at this new stage of life. Instead, I feel joy, gratitude, and immense pride.

If I ever had a goal as a father, it was a simple one: to be to my children what my father was to me. He wasn’t perfect—none of us are—but he was steady, supportive, and present. He made sure I knew I was loved and believed in. That was my compass. And from the quiet things my sons have said to me over the years, I think I’ve managed to live up to that, at least enough.

The events of the last few years have left me deeply concerned about where humanity is heading. We live in an age where warnings are plentiful, expert reports abound, and the cost of inaction is written in lives lost, families shattered, ecosystems destroyed, and societies destabilized. And yet, those with the real power to change course have, time and again, chosen to do nothing meaningful. Their priority has been to protect their own short-term interests—political survival, financial profit, or ideological dominance—rather than safeguarding humanity’s collective future.

We don’t lose culture by acknowledging its rough edges. We honour it by helping it grow—just as we expect people to grow.

What disappoints me most is that this re-release could have been a celebration. Instead, it’s become a battlefield for cultural anxiety. People fighting against changes they don’t even understand, in a film they haven’t even seen.

The issue isn’t strategy. Most organisations have compelling strategic plans. The issue is execution—and more precisely, the focus of that execution. Boards and executives too often make decisions based on immediate returns, quarterly results, or the optics of action rather than real, outcome-driven change.

This week, Australians reminded me that integrity is still alive. It may not always shout the loudest, but when the time comes, it votes.

The world is in a precarious state. We’re watching the rise of authoritarian figures, the weakening of democratic norms, the spread of misinformation, and the normalisation of unethical behaviour—from corporate boardrooms to political offices. People shake their heads and wonder: “How did we get here?”

Every journey needs a destination—or at least a direction. What are you trying to achieve in the next 6 months? A promotion? A new business idea? A more balanced life?

Jot it down. Be honest. Be bold. And be flexible enough to adjust your route.

It’s easy to feel powerless in the face of global problems. But creating harmony isn’t about grand gestures. It’s about choosing, moment by moment, to be the kind of person the world needs more of.

Leadership does not exist in isolation. It influences cultures, expectations, and long-term behaviors. Every decision, every public statement, and every action contributes to a broader cultural expectation.

In the modern business world, it seems that a piece of paper often carries more weight than years of practical experience. We’ve reached a point where many employers place more value on formal qualifications than they do on real-world skills…

Accountability isn’t a one-person job; it’s a shared responsibility across the entire organization. Yet, all too often, it’s unevenly distributed. True accountability requires a cultural shift—one where responsibility is embraced, not avoided.

It’s time to reduce the stigma surrounding workplace injuries and embrace a more positive, supportive approach. Injuries happen, but it’s how we respond that makes the difference.

When we think of diversity, the immediate thought often turns to gender, race, or ethnicity – the visible markers that define individuals and groups. However, true diversity extends far beyond these elements. It’s rooted in the depth of our experiences, the breadth of our perspectives, and the richness of our varied ways of thinking.

The stigma surrounding mental health in the workplace persists in various forms. Research by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare shows that mental illness can significantly impact an individual's employment opportunities, with many facing discrimination due to their openness about their mental health. Unfortunately, this pressure to keep mental health struggles hidden only perpetuates the cycle of stress, anxiety, and burnout.

In the fast-evolving world of business, creating a psychologically safe environment is no longer just an admirable goal — it’s essential.

With Australia’s new Positive Duties legislation, employers are now required to proactively foster these environments, making psychological safety not just a moral imperative but a legal one.

The key distinction between goals and purpose lies in their orientation: goals are about future acquisition, while purpose is about living in alignment with your values in the present.

For me, hiking is an opportunity to get away from the daily grind, to focus on a singular, physical goal without the usual worry of fitting in, working with others, or managing the endless stream of responsibilities that come with modern living.