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This weekend, I rewatched '12 Angry Men'—both the 1957 and 1997 versions. It is probably one of the best films ever created, with deep messages. 12 Angry Men is more than just a courtroom drama, it's a masterclass in leadership, decision-making and human behavior. Here are some important lessons which we can learn from this movie: 1️⃣ The Power of One Voice - One person’s courage to stand alone can influence and inspire others. 2️⃣ Listening - Listen to others perspectives before forming your conclusion. 3️⃣ Think critically - Never blindly accept something that looks obvious. Examine more deeply. 4️⃣ Adaptability - Be open to change when new evidence or perspectives are presented. 5️⃣ Attention to Detail - Even small details can have a big impact on the final result. 6️⃣ Patience - Take your time for better decision-making. This film teaches us that persistence and open-mindedness are essential in both personal and professional life. If you haven't watched it yet, make sure to do so, it's a must see for any movie lover. #BeingCurios #Leadership #DecisionMaking #CriticalThinking #Teamwork #movie

At the end credits for the movie, "A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood," Mister Rogers sings this song from the original show. Maybe this will resonate with some of you today. "You can make believe it happens or pretend that something's true; you can wish or hope or contemplate a thing you'd like to do. But until you start to do it, you will never see it through -- cause the make-believe pretending just won't do it for you. It's not easy to keep trying, but it's one good way to grow. It's not easy to keep learning, but I know that this is so. When you've tried and learned you're bigger than you were a day ago. It's not easy to keep trying, but it's one way to grow. You've got to do it. Every little bit, you've got to do it, do it, do it. And when you're through, you can know who did it -- for you did it. You did it. You did it." #leaderscapes #leadershipdevelopment #personalgrowth

Your potential isn’t defined by where you start but by how you respond to challenges. Steven Spielberg was rejected twice by film school, but he didn’t let that stop him. He kept honing his craft, ultimately becoming one of the most influential filmmakers of all time. His journey reminds us that setbacks are often just detours to success. Believe in yourself, keep learning, and let every “no” fuel your journey forward. #Motivation #Perseverance #GrowthMindset #Inspiration #Leadership #Success

I was watching a movie on Netflix the other day, and this quote stayed with me: "Life isn't something that just happens to you. It's something you create. The trick is in the imagining." How often do we let life just happen to us, stuck in routines or reacting to circumstances? This quote is a reminder that we hold the power to create, to imagine a path forward, and to shape the life we want. At work or in personal life, everything begins with the ability to imagine something better, something new. The challenge is daring to dream and then taking that first step to make it real. Take the leap. Grab the crayon. Draw the life and impact you want. #Inspiration #LifeLessons #CreateYourPath #Imagination #Leadership #OwnYourJourney #CreateYourPath

You crave the title, but dodge the grind...... A great 'quote' from the inspiring Ray Klaassens ("Je wilt t wel zijn, maar je wil t niet worden") translated into English. In a very successful Dutch television series, together with his staff of former special forces he puts 15 civilians, selected from over 2000 candidates, to the test to determine who could be worthy of upholding the special forces values. The series, already in its fifth season now, shows time and time again that there is a big difference between wanting to be worthy (of whatever it is you think you desire to be) and actually putting in all(!) effort needed to get to that position. As with many ambitions, without the proper actions they are nothing more but fantasies. Putting in the effort consistently, also when you do not feel like it, is the only thing that is in your control to reach your ambitions. So dreaming it, but skipping the road will not get you there. What will ? ✅️Take discipline over motivation; consistently showing up, even when motivation fades. ✅️Take action over planning; executing ideas instead of getting stuck in perfect plans. ✅️Resilience over Comfort; embracing discomfort and setbacks as part of the journey. Final tip: Of you find it hard to have discipline, join up with someone who is great at it and embrace the suck! #LeadersStartWithThemselves #Ambitions #Lead

You cannot transform what you cannot see. But once you see it, there is nothing to transform. It just starts happening. At our deepest core, we are connected to the universe's infinite potential. Our mind then constructs an identity based on our environment and experiences. It then filters out what doesn't match to create a sense of consistency and agency, to carry into our day-to-day lives. This serves us up to a point until our deepest parts start to nudge us that there is more to life and why we are here. It is time to gain a new insight into who you can become if you heed that call. I loved my role as a project manager in tech but knew my passion was to serve people and to help them live their most fulfilling version of life by being aligned with their deepest purpose. That journey started by creating the space to reflect, investing in my personal development, and gaining insights into who I could be if I answered that inner call. Now I get to hold space for others to do the same. ******* I see By Frank Bolaji Irawo   From here where I stand I see what I see What is open to me I move and I grow I see what I see   As I stand anew To see other things To see the same things But not like I have seen Seeing them anew   What is seen is seen From where I stand With the eyes that have seen What can no longer be unseen Changing the context of the seen   I see what I see ******* Wings By Frank Bolaji Irawo   Transformation No longer the same Seeing the "I" as it is Can't really say From where it came Save it was delivered On wings of insight ******* Are you starting to sense that nudge? It may be time to start cultivating a new vision of that identity that is calling you and leaning into that. Please share in the comments below a major insight that transformed your life. ******* If this post resonates, please do share it #poetricity to support your campaign, event, mission or message, let's connect and have a chat. The journey to creating a great leadership experience FLOWs from within. I am passionate about supporting leaders to sustainably maximise their professional potential. I help identify and remove any mental blockers, unleash dormant creative energy, and rejuvenate your business relationships to ignite productivity and fearless innovation. Click the 🔔 on my profile if you would like to see more of my posts. Click the link in the comments section below to join the Poetricity community and Start your week with Inspirational poetry #poetry #poetinresidence https://lnkd.in/ec4jjAqh

Tonight’s movie was "Sinister" (2012), a deeply unsettling film that grabs you from the first scene and never lets go. Directed with eerie precision, it follows a true-crime writer, played brilliantly by Ethan Hawke, as he moves his family into a house with a horrifying secret—only to find himself drawn into a malevolent force that thrives on fear. This is one of those films that stays with you, making it difficult to sleep afterward. "Sinister" offers a powerful lesson on the dangers of obsession. The protagonist’s desire for success and recognition blinds him to the warning signs that he’s putting himself and his family at risk. In leadership and professional growth, it’s easy to become so focused on a goal that we lose sight of the bigger picture—neglecting our well-being, relationships, or even ethical boundaries. Ambition is valuable, but not at the expense of what truly matters. Another key takeaway is the importance of confronting difficult truths. Throughout the film, Hawke’s character uncovers uncomfortable realities but repeatedly delays taking action, hoping things will resolve on their own. In the workplace, avoiding tough decisions or uncomfortable conversations can make problems worse. Strong leaders face issues head-on, addressing challenges early before they spiral out of control. "Sinister" serves as a grim reminder: No success is worth sacrificing your personal life, and ignoring red flags never ends well. Leadership requires both ambition and the wisdom to know when to pause, recalibrate, and protect what’s most important. #HorrorMovieLessons #Leadership #WorkLifeBalance #Ambition #ConfrontingChallenges #ToughDecisions

Great ten minute video with many takeaways. I’ll give you the first one… 1. Embrace change.

We all make mistakes. Compassion is the single greatest antidote we can offer ourselves and others. We withold it at our peril. But compassion without ownership—a good look in the mirror—plus, a plan and intention to do things differently next time, is just a recipe for more disappointment, pain and frustration. #teams #judgement #creativity #work #leadership #culture #talent #netflix #wellbeing

As we consider the valuable share below, seeking any outcome or learning, rather than measuring a point in time as being a success or a failure, does that change how the original article resonates with you?