Creating a Culture of Resolution, Not Resistance
Conflict, whether from customers, employees, or internal teams, is inevitable in any organization. However, the way a company handles complaints, disagreements, or dissatisfaction determines its …
From the Frying Pan, Into the Fire
Discover fresh perspectives, kitchen wisdom, and business insights.
Steak & Stoker – Chefs Max & Maxine – MJCC Lesson 7
Sunday morning, the surprise party Maxine organized for her mum last night was a resounding success, and I need to get a move on to …
Impermanence & Quantum Physics: Are the Gen-Zs onto Something?
Picture this: your Gen-Z niece, let’s call her Luna Stardust (because, of course), is earnestly explaining her morning ritual over brunch. It involves aligning her …
Borderless Flavours: How Global Cuisine Shapes Us
Food, like people, is a traveler, constantly evolving and adapting as it crosses borders and cultures, shaping our understanding of the world in profound ways. …
Planning for the Unplannable: How to Stay Agile in an Uncertain World
If there’s one thing I’ve learned in business, cooking, and life—it’s that plans rarely survive first contact with reality. From leading digital transformation projects to …
Using Technology to Improve Communication: Tools and Strategies for Teams
Poor communication can lead to costly mistakes, missed deadlines, and frustrated teams. A study by McKinsey found that businesses with effective communication strategies are 25% …
The Leadership Palate: Developing a Taste for Risk and Opportunity
Great leaders, much like seasoned chefs, develop an intuitive sense for what works and what doesn’t. They learn to recognize opportunity the way a sommelier …
Owning It – Lessons From Baking Bread – MJCC Lesson 6
Finding the right structure for our lessons – striking a balance between teaching the skills or knowledge I hope to impart and having a fun …
Unseen Connections: Borrowing Ideas from Unexpected Places
Innovation rarely happens in isolation. Some of the most transformative ideas emerge not from within an industry, but from cross-pollination with entirely different fields. When …
Beyond the Burnout: Cultivating Sustainable Resilience in High-Pressure Environments
The modern world, with its relentless demands and constant connectivity, has become a breeding ground for high-pressure environments. Whether it’s the high-stakes world of finance, …