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Daily Mail
17 minutes ago
- Health
- Daily Mail
My father told me that I was a hopeless disappointment. He's the reason my battle with my weight has been such an endless source of self-loathing: SARAH VINE
How. The. Hell. Did. I. Get. Here? This was how I felt from the minute my husband Michael went into politics to the minute when I reluctantly left him – and politics – behind. Since childhood, I've had an unshakable sense of inferiority and worthlessness; in many ways it's what drives me.
Forbes
7 hours ago
- Business
- Forbes
Reinventing The Leader: A Blueprint For Leading Through Transformation
"Reinventing the Leader" offers something increasingly rare in business literature: an honest, ... More practical guide that acknowledges leadership is as much about personal growth as it is about strategy execution. After 25 years of coaching executive teams, I've seen countless company transformations first hand and it's often not pretty. For many reasons, rarely do we get a real look under the hood in the books we read. When I picked up "Reinventing the Leader" by Guilherme Loureiro and Carlos Marin, I found something refreshing: a brutally honest account of what it actually takes to lead through transformation. In "Reinventing the Leader," Loureiro and Marin deliver a compelling dual narrative that chronicles both a massive corporate transformation and the deeply personal journey of leadership growth. Drawing from Loureiro's experience transforming Walmex—Walmart's largest international operation—into a digital, agile company while maintaining record performance, this book offers rare insight into how personal reinvention and organizational change are inextricably linked. The book's strength lies in its honest, vulnerable portrayal of leadership challenges. Rather than presenting a sanitized success story, Loureiro candidly shares his struggles with feedback, his initial resistance to change, and the painful process of confronting his own behavioral blind spots. This authenticity, combined with executive coach Carlos Marin's professional insights, creates a uniquely practical guide for leaders facing similar challenges. The most transformative practice in the book centers on what the authors call "empathic silence"—the discipline of truly listening without interrupting, defending, or immediately problem-solving. Loureiro's journey from an impatient, interrupting CEO to one who genuinely hears his team illustrates the profound impact of this shift. Immediate Implementation: Start each meeting by asking questions and then practicing what they call the "Listening Checklist": The authors provide another practical framework: seeking "feedforward" rather than feedback—this is a focus on future improvements rather than past mistakes. Coined by his friend and renowned executive coach Marshall Goldsmith, this subtle shift transforms defensive conversations into collaborative problem-solving sessions. Perhaps the most actionable tool in the book is the elegantly simple three-question assessment that helped Walmex evaluate readiness for transformation: Immediate Implementation: Use these questions in two ways: The genius of this framework is its simplicity—it cuts through complexity to reveal the fundamental elements needed for successful change: understanding, motivation, and capability. Drawing from the tech world's concept of Minimum Viable Product (MVP), the authors introduce the powerful idea of becoming a "Minimum Viable Person"—focusing on incremental improvement rather than perfection. This approach proved crucial during Loureiro's own behavioral transformation and the company's digital evolution. Immediate Implementation: This approach reduces the paralysis that comes from pursuing perfection and creates momentum through continuous improvement. What sets this book apart from typical leadership literature is its integration of personal and organizational transformation. The authors demonstrate that you cannot effectively change a company without changing yourself first—a lesson many leaders learn too late, if at all. The book's structure, alternating between Loureiro's CEO perspective and Marin's coaching insights, provides both the strategic view and the tactical tools needed for implementation. The inclusion of direct quotes from team members adds credibility and shows the real impact of the changes described. This book is essential reading for: "Reinventing the Leader" offers something increasingly rare in business literature: an honest, practical guide that acknowledges leadership is as much about personal growth as it is about strategy execution. The authors' willingness to share failures alongside successes makes this not just an informative read, but an inspiring one. The ultimate message is both simple and profound: the key to transforming your organization lies first in transforming yourself. For leaders ready to embark on that dual journey, this book provides an invaluable roadmap.
CNA
17 hours ago
- Health
- CNA
CNA938 Rewind - The Wellness Hour - Teaching youths to deal with stress and self-doubt
CNA938 Rewind In Singapore's high-achieving education system, stress and burnout are lived experiences of one's teenage years. But what if personal growth was given equal weight as academic results? Cheryl Goh speaks with Matthew Zachary Liu, founder of Maverick Movement, a youth mentorship platform that helps build confidence in teens.
Globe and Mail
2 days ago
- General
- Globe and Mail
Your daily horoscope: June 2, 2025
There are more important things in life than making money and climbing the greasy pole to success and over the coming year you will find yourself pursuing goals of a more spiritual nature. Remember: The more you help others the more the universe helps you. Don't let the fact that you recently said something you regret spoil the whole week for you. If you have feelings of remorse the only way you are going to get past them is to seek out those you wronged and say sorry. Make sure you mean it. You should know by now that there is no such thing as something for nothing in this world. If you gained handsomely from someone's generosity the universe will expect you to be generous in return. How can you make them happy today? Do what you can to help a friend in need but don't put yourself out to such an extent that your own plans suffer. This may be one of those occasions when the best advice you can give them is to toughen up and sort it out themselves. You can sometimes be too nice for your own good and the planets warn it would be a mistake to let someone off the hook for an offense they should be penalized for. If you don't feel able to punish them then just ask someone who will. You may be an outgoing Leo but you need to spend some time alone today to get your thoughts in order. Only then will you be able to push ahead with your plans while ignoring your critics, of which there may be more than a few. This is a great time to approach employers and other powerful people and let them know about your latest big idea. Don't wait for them to invite you to speak, take the initiative and let them know who you are and what you can do. The time is fast approaching when you will be in a much better position to push ahead with your plans, so get both your personal and professional houses in order and be ready to seize the initiative when the moment arrives. Leave your rivals trailing. You have been endowed by the universe with an incredibly strong willpower and if you go after a goal of some sort over the next few days there is no doubt you will reach it. Try not to tread on too many toes along the way though! If a partner or loved one makes a mistake of some kind today you are advised to pretend you did not notice and to carry on as usual. They will know that you know, of course, but your sensitivity to their plight will earn their considerable gratitude. You can at times be a bit too serious and your main aim today should be to lighten your mood so you can enjoy life more. Time spent with a friend who makes you laugh could be the best investment you have made in a long time. Be open about what you intend to do over the next few days and invite loved ones to join you in the journey. Because you are such a self-contained individual others tend to see you as overly aloof and that's an image which needs improving. The more upheavals there have been on the home front of late the more receptive partners and loved ones will be if you offer them an olive branch. You don't have to admit it was all your fault but you do have to shoulder some of the blame. Discover more about yourself at
The Sun
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Aquarius weekly horoscope: What your star sign has in store for June 1
OUR much-loved astrologer Meg sadly died in 2023 but her column will be kept alive by her friend and protégé Maggie Innes. Read on to see what's written in the stars for you today. AQUARIUS JAN 21 - FEB 18 🔵 Read our horoscopes live blog for the latest readings Striking while the creative iron is hot is your mantra for this week – while you still have smart thinking and special luck to spare, set this to work. This can mean asking for a different love-style, or home set-up. Or making a dream of a fashion or beauty business a reality. Deep inside, you recognise what you need – and you are ready to get this for yourself. Love is warmly forgiving. SUMMER STARS: What's ahead for Aquarius in summer 2025? LOVE: Your passion summer is a tantalising mix of excitement and security – this can manifest in one person, who you already know so well. But there's so much still to discover! The first week of July overflows with romantic gestures and subtle signals, so stay alert to these. LIFE: Now Jupiter's in your work and wellbeing zone, you are on a personal roll – and even goals that have daunted you before seem so doable, all summer. Fitness firsts, family choices and career highlights, are all waiting for you to claim them. LUCK: A team made up of former colleagues, a holiday introduction, and 'F' names can all carry a luck bonus. Mercury brings you lightning reactions and the ability to think fast but stay flexible. Fabulous is the home of horoscopes, with weekly updates on what's in store for your star sign as well as daily predictions.
