Author Archives: David C. Buchan
Simplify
How much of your routine is preventing you from reaching your goals and dreams? Or more precisely, what are you willing to give up and say no to in order to succeed? To find the time you need. That’s the … Continue reading
The meaning of flags from a six year old
This morning during breakfast my youngest daughter and I were discussing flags on the back of a conversation about the countries competing in the 2010 Fifa World Cup. I asked, “What are flags useful for?”, and she replied, “For the … Continue reading
Genghis Khan – A story untold
I bought this book because it sounded interesting and was the most efficient way to use my monthly credit on audible.com. What an amazing story. Genghis Khan in my mind is undoubtedly one of the most successful men in history. All … Continue reading
It’s Time for 360 Degree Leaders to Move On
Finished two good books this week. The 360 Degree Leader by John C. Maxwell and It’s Time to Move On! by Ralph Bruksos. Both are listed on my 50 book challenge (2010) reading list. The 360 Degree Leader I first … Continue reading
Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion
Defend yourself against the Click…whirr response engendered by your built in need to reciprocate, keep consistency with what you have said you’ll do, be part of the crowd, like people who take advantage of you, follow authority without question and … Continue reading
Plaxo account deleted due to security concerns
After almost seven years of membership I have been forced to delete my Plaxo account due to security concerns. Yesterday I received notification that “Artur” had accepted my connection. This is a highly unusual name for Australia and if I’d ever … Continue reading
Updated book lists
I’m now using Goodreads to track, rate and comment on the books I’m reading as part of my annual 50 book challenge. I’ve updated the 2009 list and will have 2008 posted once complete. Thanks to Jack Vinson’s post for … Continue reading
Occasions helps you remember occasions
If I’ve ever forgotten your birthday I’m sorry. Remembering them is something I don’t do all that well. Even when I remember I have slim chance of knowing how old you are. But now, thanks to Occassions on my iPhone, I … Continue reading
Recognising enough is enough
Yesterday the song Somewhere from Robbie William’s Reality Killed the Video Star started playing on my iPod. I asked my wife if she’d bought it and forgotten to tell me. She hadn’t. It was me and I’d completely forgotten. If … Continue reading