BUSINESS, STRATEGY, MARKETING, SOCIETY

HOW TO STAY AHEAD

ABOUT ME

  • South African born Australian based on NSW South Coast

  • International Executive Positions on three continents

  • Executive Director - SAPIX

  • Executive Director - South Africa Council of Shopping Centres

  • Marketing Director - Lend Lease GPT (Rouse Hill) Pty Ltd

  • Serial Entrepreneur - Retail, Hospitality, Services

  • Author & Researcher

  • BA, HDipEd, MBL, DComm + numerous professional qualifications

But what you can't tell from an abbreviated CV is that I am predisposed to being RIGHT and telling the TRUTH. And, no, I don't believe that truth is relative, and it is my truth, but only that we may not know the truth. Because it is difficult, it is a worthy pursuit.

My insecurities may drive the pursuit to find security in truth, and it also fuels a passion to get things right for my clients. Delivering what is promised is non-negotiable. I suffer, you benefit.

I tend to over-communicate because I am compelled to ensure you UNDERSTAND. Because I believe when people truly understand something, they make the best choices for themselves and for their organisations, countries and even the world. Full understanding is only made possible by thinking properly and then testing your ideas in an open marketplace though conversation and debate. You cannot offend me with an idea, and if YOU are offended by ideas, it is probably best not to subscribe, follow or engage.

My views are eclectic and often contrarian. I arrive at them after due consideration and testing. Consequently, it is a mix of very liberal and very conservative views. On a case-by case basis I develop a view by balancing the benefits of stability, security and the long-term with the need for short term growth, disruption and change. It should come as little surprise that I am therefore Socially conservative because I value the benefits of stability, safety and tradition more than benefits of change and disruption. When it comes to business, I will err on the side of taking risks, change and innovation. Nobody loves a hare-brained idea more than me.

IF YOU ARE GOOD WITH THAT - LET'S DO THIS...

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