Source: Genealogy / Whakapapa
Building the Cutting Family Tree
Well I guess its that time in my life. Today I start possibly the biggest project I will ever undertake, building the Cutting family tree. So first steps will be reaching out to all those Cuttings, before I go signing up to one of those genealogy sites to get as much initial information as possible.... Continue Reading →
Building your CV
The key to building a strong CV is to have high quality content, and yes that means not only building up your education qualifications but also adding solid work experience as well. It is more likely you will gain employment through referrals while in work, than searching for jobs while unemployed. Graduates It is not... Continue Reading →
Building your Boardroom – The power of your mind
Our biggest physical asset is our brain, and the power we have sitting within our noggin. The power of your mind is more than often the real key to your success. “Whether you think you can, or you think you can't--you're right.” - Henry Ford So when you are looking to improve anything in your life... Continue Reading →
The Kumara Vine – creating a channel
Origins of the Kumara Vine The Kumara Vine is a term used by many Maori iwi, hapu, people referring to the communication system they use to get news (good and bad) out through their families and networks as soon as possible. My memories of the Kumara vine started back at Hongoeka Marae when I was... Continue Reading →
Too Fast, Too Furious
Just like in the movies what happens when you continue to live your life, full on and at breakneck speed? Yep I guess most of us realise the world is progressing too fast and too furious. Unfortunately I do not think that it's a great thing - breaking your neck I mean...or on a just as serious... Continue Reading →
John & Phillip – A story of cultural unawareness
Phillip Smith (English/Welsh heritage) was an innovative engineer, he came up with a fabulous idea that would help strengthen bridges and buildings using specially treated cement and newly designed steel stability gadgets he had created himself. He pitched these products to investors and secured the funds to build his business initially employing ten people to... Continue Reading →
Retain vs Nurture
Do you think it is time for organisations to start understanding the difference between talent management strategies based on retention of staff and replace this focus on how they nurture people? Check the dictionary and you will find the definition of retain is "Keep possession of" or "To hold back" . Reality is no one... Continue Reading →
Maori Values give you an advantage
He Waka Taura - Navigating Talent is a framework that uses principles like respect, integrity and well practiced communications skills to help an organisation recruit, nurture and release talent in such a way they become an advocate for you even when they have left your business. The framework is based on values and principles that... Continue Reading →
Yep, family matters to me most, I take my responsibility of being a good husband and a great dad very seriously. Sometimes that does mean making decisions that not everyone in the family may agree with. Hoping I make more good decisions than bad, either way need to daily remind myself its about the journey.... Continue Reading →
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