The Campfire Chronicles
Unpacking the art of team bonding, leadership, and the messy business of being human.
As you read this, think about your own team. Think about the silence in the meeting room, or the friction that slows down your projects.
Are you merely working next to each other, or are you truly connected?...
She closes the door. She looks nervous. "Boss, I have to tender my resignation." You panic. "Is it money? We can match it! Is it the workload?" She smiles sadly. "I got an offer in Singapore. It’s 3.5 times the salary. And... it’s a regional role."...
This is the biggest lie in corporate Malaysia today: "We are going Paperless." I have heard this phrase since 2010. Yet, in 2025, if I walk into a typical SME or even a government-linked company, I still hear the rhythmic thump of a rubber stamp hitting paper....
As a male consultant who has worked in this industry for over 20 years, I have seen too many brilliant female HR Managers get stuck at the "Head of People" level, while the guy from Sales or Finance—who has half her EQ—gets the CEO job....
It is held in a 4-star hotel ballroom with no windows. The air conditioning is set to "Arctic Tundra." By 2:00 PM, after the Nasi Biryani lunch, the "Food Coma" hits. The trainer is talking about "Synergy," but your brain is screaming, "Please, let me sleep."...
You just delivered an amazing presentation. You poured your heart out. You showed the graphs. You made the jokes. You feel great. Then, you smile at the room of 20 staff members and ask the magic question: "So, does anyone have any questions?" Silence....
