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Why Every Leader Needs More Margin in Their Life

Posted 4 days ago by Richard Lim

Why Every Leader Needs More Margin in Their Life

Creating Space for Resilience, Connection, and Long-Term Impact

 

In today’s fast-paced work environment, many leaders wear their busyness like a badge of honour. Their schedule is filled to the brim with tasks and meetings. For some, it has become a twisted status symbol of leadership!

Yet effective leadership — especially in a challenging environment — requires more than just crossing off items on a to-do list. It demands intentionality and the capacity to lead from a place of strength, resilience, and authentic presence.

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A SNAFU and Team Leadership Fundamentals

Posted 3 weeks ago by Richard Lim

A SNAFU and Team Leadership Fundamentals

Unwavering Commitment Needed, Not Quick Fixes

 

A young doctor, just two months into his career, was tasked with a seemingly straightforward follow-up procedure — removing two tubes left in a patient after surgery. These tubes delivered painkillers deep into the body, and the process was simple: pull out the tubes, clean the wounds, and dress the site.

 

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Understanding Myself, Clarifying Direction

Posted 3 weeks ago by RLim Leadership

Understanding Myself, Clarifying Direction

Incremental Progress Adds Up to Abundant Harvest

 

The past five years have been the most intense period of growth in my life and the most impactful for my personal development. 

When I first encountered coaching, it was purely to enhance my leadership skills at work and to learn better listening and questioning techniques. When I faced challenges in my career, I thought a coaching conversation might help me find direction, so I approached Richard to coach me. Only when I experienced being coached did I truly appreciate the power and impact of coaching. 

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Exploration, Surprises, and Growth

Posted 2 months ago by RLim Leadership

Exploration, Surprises, and Growth

A Journey from Good to Great

 

The six-month coaching journey from late March to September this year was indeed an adventure worth celebrating.

Working with my coach, Richard, allowed me to experience the transformative power of coaching and shifted my perspective on personal growth. It has helped me continuously progress toward becoming a better coach. This journey was both challenging and inspiring.

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Making Your Team’s Shared Purpose a Living Reality

Posted 2 months ago by Richard Lim

Making Your Team’s Shared Purpose a Living Reality

Practical Ways to Align and Communicate Shared Purpose

 

Jack (not his real name), a client of mine, was asked by his director to take on a new role. His job was to figure out how to implement an initiative the director had in mind. The problem was that Jack could not understand how that initiative could contribute to the organisation’s purpose. The initiative seemed valuable and had potential at first glance. As Jack discussed the specifics with his colleagues and supervisor, they quickly realised it would be problematic while not contributing meaningfully to the organisation’s purpose. However, because the director wanted it done, they had to figure out how to make it work.

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