Simply Karen
Is Numb the New Norm? Living the Paper Doll Dream
Asks whether we are moving through life on emotional autopilot, and how exhaustion and pressure can lead to numbness.
The True Colour of Leadership
Praises New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern's compassionate response to the Christchurch mosque attacks as an example of leadership.
The Alternative Truth
A financial analyst's view on why people gravitate to sensational "alternative truths", and how to sift out what is factual.
The Profile of Courage
Links Emmanuel Macron's election in France with Barack Obama receiving the Profile in Courage Award, on courage and change.
The Relay Race
Uses the relay race as a metaphor for passing the baton between generations of leaders so that work stays sustainable.
Paper Dolls
A look back at paper dolls and imaginative play, and how children's toys and engagement have changed.
When They Go Low We Go High
On communication and Michelle Obama's 'When they go low, we go high', and rising above cynicism.
These Are a Few of My Favourite Things
A personal reflection prompted by the Julie Andrews song, on the small things that hold meaning for the author.
Find Your Chi
On chi, the life-force energy of Chinese philosophy, and developing it for health and for reaching your full potential.
Renewing Our Focus Through the Eyes of Leadership
A leadership presentation on how to re-engage a workforce and produce meaningful, sustained results. Presented by Karen Fitz Ritson.
Big Man Tings
A column recounting a Sunday afternoon on the veranda with friends that was interrupted by a drunk driver crashing outside, and what followed.
Samba Supercharged
A dedication to a group of senior professionals trained in Strategic Business Management, and the bond formed with them.
How to Build Bridges
Using the support, span and foundation of a physical bridge as a metaphor for building lasting relationships.
The Thing About Leadership
Asks whether today's leaders understand the consequences of their performance and the role they play.
Success in the Midst of Misfortune
A Webster Edwards reflection using Beethoven's life to show that misfortune and handicaps can be overcome.
Footprints in the Sand
A conversation about the lack of role models who leave footprints in the sand, and where young people can find positive ones.
Phenomenal Woman: Maya Angelou
A tribute to Maya Angelou's life, writing and activism, and the strength she drew from hardship.
Shanti Shanti Shanti
On the Buddhist idea of shanti (peace and tranquility), and a prayer to centre the soul.
Is Pride the Deadliest Sin of All?
Looks at the history of the Seven Deadly Sins, from Evagrius to Dante, and why pride is the one that most intrigues the author.
Welcome to the World of Ninjas
Uses Gordon Gekko's address in Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps on graduates facing no income, no jobs and no assets.
