By Ray Williams December, 2021 Current times are marked by political division, violence, and economic and social chaos. Relationships, even among friends and family are strained. Loneliness and mental health issues are prevalent. There is a growing concern for...
By Ray Williams November 16, 2021 Our culture, particularly in business and politics, seems to be in love with the charismatic, extraverted (also spelled extroverted) leader — the guns blazing, no-holds barred, center-of-attention leader – who is a super confident if...
By Ray Williams November 13, 2021 Self-reflection is a critical component of self-awareness and emotional intelligence, and research shows it can make leaders become far more effective. What does being a good leader mean to you? Having tonnes of...
By Ray Williams October 28, 2021 The following is an excerpt from my book, Eye of the Storm: How Mindful Leaders Can Transform Chaotic Workplaces. Regular practices of mindfulness give leaders a different perspective on their world, opening them up to ways of being...
By Ray Williams October 23, 2021 “Humility is the base and foundation of all virtues, and without it, no other virtue can exist.”–Cervantes This article is an extended version of an earlier shorter version. Research references are added. In my 40 years...
