The 24th of August, 2021 marks a very special day: one that I was told I might not live to see. It’s my 1st Cancerversary! When I was diagnosed with terminal stage 4 lung cancer this time last year, I was advised not to make plans....
Kamala Harris’ appointment as US Vice President marks a watershed moment for women leadership everywhere. May this be the moment that people go within to address their gender biases. May women's voices finally be heard. Even now, women business leaders say they are not able to speak up. They're not...
If you’re starting the new year wondering how to progress in your career, strengthen your leadership skills, align with your purpose, pivot, or return to the workforce after a career break. Executive coaching can help you with all this and more. In my latest interview with Noreen Mir at Radio Television Hong...
Four months ago, I was diagnosed with stage IV lung cancer. The revelation shocked me – I had always maintained a healthy lifestyle. I realised I had a choice with regards to how I react to my diagnosis. I devised a holistic strategy, which included...
In recent months, I’ve been prompted by a personal crisis to contemplate my life and work purpose; I’m grateful to have clarity on what guides me. I’m not alone: the global crisis has forced many to reassess their jobs and values, and realise they don’t...
There was a time when people in their 40’s seemed like fossils to me; I couldn’t believe they could have any drive. I was in my 20’s, working in an investment bank where the average age was 26. Of course, I’ve wised up since then!...
It’s such a pleasure to work with #forwardthinking companies like EY that are genuinely committed to expanding their #diversityandinclusion agenda. As part of the 'Steps for Success' strategy, Career Catalyst Group led the flagship workshops which we launched in Hong Kong, Singapore and then Australia and will continue to expand across...
I was made #redundant after 9/11. The company had been doing great and I'd just received the top rating in my performance appraisal. I was shocked: I loved my job and I hadn't seen it coming. But, my manager shared they had to make 20,000 redundancies and...
Where does the #financialservicesindustry stand when it comes to #genderdiversity? Men still make up most of the management ranks, while women - despite accounting for over half of entry level positions - represent fewer than 1 in 5 positions in the C-Suite, McKinsey researchers advise. Why? It's not because...