The Slade POV

My parents were self-employed. If you also grew up in a family business you’ve probably been immersed in the world of work since you could sit up at the dinner table. I was put to work once I could serve customers across the counter at our General Store.  That was an...

Why I learned to love a Liberal Arts degree

Ok, so two of my four kids do have a Liberal Arts degree as their undergraduate degrees. That’s one reason I promise you, that they can hold a conversation with anyone of any age and they have enough general knowledge to ask intelligent questions and join the...

Why the gift of adversity is to be treasured

“Adversity makes men, and prosperity makes monsters.” – Victor Hugo. Bill McCartney, serial entrepreneur, journalist, broadcaster and film maker has interviewed over 300 Australian high achievers in work and life more generally.  Through his business...

Conceptual thinking at the sandwich bar

When did you last have a breakthrough idea about talent? One hit me last week, standing at the sandwich bar pondering the mean offerings left on display at 1.55pm. The hungry had ordered and eaten. It was just me and a couple of younger guys making time for a quick...