Anecdotally Speaking

Don’t strive for excess; be content with ‘enough’. Listen to hear the Joseph Heller quote that inspired his friend Kurt Vonnegut’s tribute poem. The post 174 – We have enough – Kurt Vonnegut and Joseph Heller appeared first on Anecdote.

Maria Marenco, a mother who played a key role in the Apollo 11 mission, shares her inspiring journey. She reflects on how a young girl’s curiosity and a mother's determination contributed to one of humanity’s greatest achievements. The conversation highlights the critical importance of storytelling in science and how diverse perspectives can shape success. Marenco emphasizes the complex balance between genius and motherhood, as well as the essential lessons in safety and risk management from high-stakes environments, both in space and business.

Giving feedback doesn’t work; strengths, not weaknesses, offer growth opportunities. Listen to hear how Lionel Messi became one of the world’s best football players. The post 172 – Feedback doesn’t work appeared first on Anecdote.

Caring about the growth of your people is more likely to lead you to success than treating them like resources. Listen to hear how Bob Chapman transformed his family business so that its revenue grew from $18 million to over $2 billion. The post 171 – Everybody matters appeared first on Anecdote.

Change comes from unexpected sources. Listen to hear how Malcolm McLean changed the world transportation landscape. The post 170 – One person can change the world appeared first on Anecdote.

Suggestions and arguments don’t change minds, but experiences do. Listen to hear how a husband finally persuaded his wife to buy herself a new, improved bike. The post Replay 136 – Experiences change minds appeared first on Anecdote.

Model the behaviours that will benefit your entire team. Listen to hear how Captain James Cook saved his crew from scurvy. The post 169 – Model beneficial behaviours appeared first on Anecdote.

Don’t get caught up in the moment. It’s not about you. Listen to hear how some stern words eased Jason Alexander’s anxiety and pushed him back onto the acting path. The post 168 – It’s not about you appeared first on Anecdote.

Believe in your people, and they’ll believe in themselves. Listen to hear how the support of a coach and school principal changed Michael Lewis’ life.  The post 167 – Believe in your people appeared first on Anecdote.

The purpose of an organisation can hugely impact the way it behaves. Listen to hear how a monetary focus made Boeing responsible for the deaths of hundreds of people. The post 166 – Don’t let money be your purpose appeared first on Anecdote.