Keith Power

The 30-Minute Rule: Small Daily Wins, Big Results One of the most useful ideas I’ve ever borrowed from Brian Tracy is this: Pick one goal and work on it for just 30 minutes a day. Not two hours. Not “when I have time.” Just 30 minutes. It works because it removes the biggest barrier to progress: resistance. Thirty minutes feels manageable, so we start. And once we start, momentum takes over. A book gets written (that’s where this brought me to!) A fitness habit forms A business grows A skill...

Workplaces aren’t derailed by difficult people, they’re derailed by the impact of unmanaged behaviour. Whether you’re a colleague or a leader, toxic traits, if left unchecked, sap energy, distort reality, and weaken trust. The good news is that you can respond with clarity, calm, and boundaries. Below are two brief, distinct guides. Part 1: As a colleague - navigating toxic co-workers How to spot toxic traits: Look for consistent patterns, not isolated moments: Gaslighting - they deny things...

Leadership begins with empathy In every workplace, there’s a quiet kind of leadership that doesn’t come with a title or a corner office. It’s found in the colleague who notices when someone’s voice trembles in a meeting, who checks in after a tough day, or who offers a kind word that makes a heavy load just a little lighter. Being a good colleague isn’t about being the loudest supporter or the most cheerful team player, it’s about awareness, empathy, and courage. It’s about creating space for...