Dawid’s Blog

The hidden taxes of projects, and some ideas of how to address them

The hidden taxes on peoples time…

2023 advice to new grads

I’m a bit late this year, but each year typically I write a LinkedIn post of…

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, a bit over a year later… A battle of the ego.

Skin in the game

What is ‘Skin in the game’? It means that you have personal consequences for risk you create. It’s being held to account for the execution of a contract you’ve created. It’s being responsible for the delivery of something you’ve sold. It’s having less in your bank account for poor execution.

One thing at a time, deep focus, creativity

It’s advice we all know, doing things one at a time is the path to focus…

Consistency vs the hero

Eddie Jones is one of the modern super coaches of Rugby Union. His accolades are exceptional and he’s built championship teams at club and international test level for Australia, South Africa, Japan and now England.

Look for (and create) moments of control

Throughout your day, you’ll find many moments that aren’t in your control. It’s the meeting called by someone else that seems to drag on, the artefact that you’re a contributor for without any clear structure or ownership, a project that seems to be all over…

How to add value amongst experts

Recently I joined a new, large project in a leadership role. I replaced another executive who had been there since the start. Joining mid flight, I found it hard to feel like I was adding value. Whenever I thought I saw a something needing attention, it was already…