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🦁 Leadership Lessons from the Wild: A Close Encounter in Botswana 🦁 On a recent trip to Botswana’s Moremi Game Reserve, we experienced a moment that reminded us of true leadership. A lion—the undisputed king of the savannah—walked straight toward our jeep with unmatched confidence and calmness. In that moment, I couldn't help but reflect on how this majestic animal embodies key traits of effective leadership: 🌟 Presence – Commanding attention without saying a word. 🌟 Confidence – Walking forward, unshaken by the environment. 🌟 Focus – Staying attuned to the surroundings but never distracted. The wild has so much to teach us about resilience, grace under pressure, and leading by example. 📍 Moremi Game Reserve, Botswana 💡 Pro tip: Safaris aren’t just for wildlife enthusiasts—they’re incredible for personal growth and team-building too. Have you had an experience in nature that inspired your leadership journey? Let’s connect and share stories. #LeadershipLessons #BotswanaAdventures #SafariExperiences #PersonalGrowth #NatureInspires #ubonsafari

🦥 ᴘᴀᴛɪᴇɴᴄᴇ. Ever waited in the African savanna, binoculars in hand, hoping for a glimpse of a giraffe, elephant, gerenuk, or dik-dik? That's the patience required for successful business decisions. Just like wildlife watching, rushing can lead to missed opportunities. Take your time, observe carefully, and trust the process. The rewards can be truly extraordinary. #patience #leadershipdevelopment #careercoach

Into the Wilderness: Canoeing Saskatchewan's Porcupine River One of the finest wilderness rivers I have ever travelled. It is remote and unspoilt. Access and egress is by float plane. The series is complete, and all three parts are on YouTube. The trip was hard but producing three videos and two articles seemed, at times, harder. Lots of decision making, leadership calls and a couple of mistakes explained. Part 1: https://lnkd.in/e7PcmS3j Part 2: https://lnkd.in/ebCDXq9Z Part 3: https://lnkd.in/eu_KaUKE The The Paddler magazine articles were spit into just two parts Part 1: https://lnkd.in/eiVfER7h Part2: https://lnkd.in/eXkBfn_n And a final word from Forrest Gump: https://lnkd.in/eh5TK-N7 Working with: https://lnkd.in/enKy2jZd

The African Impala is a majestic animal endemic to Africa. Impala can jump 10 feet straight into the air when startled and can clear thirty feet horizontally in a single leap. Yet these magnificent creatures are kept in an enclosure in a zoo within a 3-foot wall and they choose not to jump over it to be free! Ethologists suggest that despite their God-gifted capabilities they choose not to jump over the enclosures, as they cannot see where their feet will land. So, it can be fairly concluded that lack of vision, is a killer of faith and confidence, for these majestic animals. I feel, that many corporate professionals like these majestic Impala’s, suffer in their prevailing situation, as they cannot see what is in front. Hence, they are afraid to take the risk of jumping over their challenges and hurdles, towards success and glory. This is also a Leadership predicament! I keep coming across situations and events where organization leaders choose to keep their team members in abeyance. Sadly, this kills confidence to lead and do well! #Leadership #Selfdevelopment #Selfhelp

Such a valuable course I was able to participate in, that focuses in developing minoirty leaders.

Crow Canyon Archaeological Center does some great webinars, and this one looks particularly good. For those of us who love the Colorado Plateau, this is a must-see. "'The Lands Lead Us: Indigenous Learnings in Conservation, Leadership, and Movements,' explores a holistic approach to land stewardship, emphasizing the spiritual interconnectedness of all living things and the importance of nurturing relationships with the land. Charissa highlights the concept of being an aspiring ancestor, which involves values-driven, intuitive leadership, and recognizing that progress includes learning from mistakes. The presentation underscores the significance of generational sustainability, uplifting both youth and elders and integrates these principles within the context of land stewardship at Bears Ears National Monument and the work of the Bears Ears Inter-Tribal Coalition."

The Cost of Poor Process: Lessons from the QLD & NT Barramundi Fishery Closures Australia's Wild Caught Barramundi Fisheries have been caught in the crosshairs of misinformation and poor decision-making, with far-reaching consequences for industry and communities. The risk ratings from a draft 2020 environmental risk assessment have been widely shared to discredit the industry. Following an independent review, it was confirmed in July this year that the assessment was not fit for publication. Just days after both sides of politics had declared they would phase out gillnets if reelected. Meanwhile, the University of Queensland's integrity unit has just confirmed its branding was misused on a 2023 WWF-commissioned opinion piece authored by a WWF/AMCS staff member. Before this, the paper was presented to UNESCO and used to promote fishery closures in Queensland and the NT—closures that have significantly disrupted the lives and livelihoods of many Australians. The university branding and all important CRICOS and TEQSA identifiers must now be removed from the WWF report and replaced with the authors' affiliations. Cold comfort to those whose lives have been so significantly impacted. Adding to the confusion, a novel recreational fishing survey claimed an economic footprint of $280M and a sustainable recreational fishery in the Territory. The reality is that a large part of the NT's recreational fishing is targeting significantly depleted stocks, creating substantial economic and environmental costs. These inflated claims and flawed processes have led to outcomes that lack balance and evidence, leaving us with a black hole instead of any social and economic benefits. 🎉 In the Territory, new Fisheries Minister Gerard Maley has called for a return to evidence-based decision-making, and this is a welcome step forward—one that recognizes the importance of relying on sound science and inclusive processes to address complex challenges. Effective Engagement Matters The importance of effective stakeholder engagement cannot be overstated. These flawed processes remind us how critical it is to involve all voices and perspectives to achieve balanced and sustainable solutions. The Australian Public Service Engagement Framework is an excellent resource, providing a clear and easy-to-use guide to matching the right engagement approach to the considered process. It’s an excellent reminder for everyone involved in decision-making to ensure we walk the talk on transparency, inclusion, and accountability. #SustainableFisheries #StakeholderEngagement #EvidenceBasedDecisions #Barramundi

🤝 Reaching an ambitious goal takes good #leadership and relationships. Pictured here are leaders from three entities in the #PredatorFree2050 movement: Brent Beaven (Department of Conservation (DOC) programme lead for PF2050) — Predator Free 2050 Limited’s Denise Church (Board Chair), Rob Forlong (CEO), Brett Butland (Landscape Projects Director) — and Jessi Morgan (CE) from the Predator Free New Zealand Trust. Not in the photo (although many were at the hui) are people we work closely with from iwi and hapū around Aotearoa New Zealand, who have a special relationship with te taiao and are vital in the drive for a #predatorfree Aotearoa.   These leaders were at an annual hui our company held last week, where Predator Free 2050 Limited gathered projects from around Aotearoa. Together, these projects have already cleared over 107,000 hectares of Aotearoa from predators — a critical milestone on our path towards a #predatorfreenz. Our company Predator Free 2050 Limited works closely with DOC, iwi and hapū and the Predator Free NZ Trust (and many others) on the world-first goal Predator Free 2050 (to eradicate all possums, rats and mustelids from Aotearoa New Zealand by 2050). We work well together towards our common goal. Collaboration is the norm and we nurture our relationships.   With DOC, iwi and hapū, and the Predator Free NZ Trust, we are harnessing the collective wisdom and passion of our dedicated teams. Together, we are making substantial progress towards a Predator Free Aotearoa New Zealand by 2050. 👊🏽

Here is the link to the AmeriMUNC (American University Model United Nations Conference) background guide for the committee I was moderating. Learn more about East African floriculture here:

What is personal leadership? Here’s a story from the animal kingdom to explain. In a dense forest, there was a small, timid squirrel named Sammy. Sammy admired the big animals and often wished he could be like them. He wasn’t too happy about being just a small squirrel. One day, a terrible storm hit, leaving many animals struggling for food and shelter. Despite his size, fears, and inhibitions, Sammy decided to take action. He climbed the tallest trees, gathered nuts and seeds, and stored them in a safe, dry place. He even built small shelters using leaves and branches. Sammy’s efforts didn’t go unnoticed. Other animals saw his determination and started helping out, inspired by his initiative. Soon, the forest community was thriving again. **Personal leadership is about recognizing your own capabilities, overcoming your fears, and accepting your vulnerabilities. It’s about taking responsibility, using your unique strengths, and inspiring others through your actions. Sammy’s story reminds us that no matter how small we feel, we have the power to make a significant impact. How do you practice personal leadership in your daily life? #LeadershipDevelopment #PersonalGrowth #Inspiration #KorporateWisdom