Imagine a CEO of a thriving organisation, praised for their decision-making, resilience, and vision. To the outside world, their life seems like a dream—filled with accolades, influence, and seemingly boundless confidence. Yet, behind the scenes, they navigate personal challenges that would stagger most of us. Maybe they’re dealing with the
Do your remember the sticks and stones saying from School? It’s actually a load of garbage. The wounds from words last far longer than physical wounds and may never heal. Harsh and consistent words are at the root of a lot of people’s limiting beliefs. Words and the way you
Happy New Year! When it comes to leadership, there’s one word that seems to send shivers down many spines: failure. But here’s the paradox – failure is not the opposite of success. In fact, it’s often the catalyst and route for it. Let’s explore why embracing failure might be the
Over the weekend I had the privilege of spending time with one of my granddaughters. It amazes me what someone who is 1 can teach me. I am very grateful for the time with her. As we approach the end of 2024, it’s natural for leaders to reflect on their
As the year winds down, it’s important to look back and take stock. For mindful leaders, reflection is a natural strength—your quiet observation and thoughtful analysis allow you to see patterns and insights others might miss so lean into that and leverage it to get a good start in 2025.
It’s a familiar experience for many of us: sitting in an optician’s chair, staring at rows of increasingly blurry letters on a screen. The optician methodically swaps lenses in front of your eyes, asking, “Is this clearer? Or this?†Until, finally, the world sharpens into focus. That clarity doesn’t happen
A high-performing team member walks into a leader’s office with a visible slump in their shoulders. Their usual enthusiasm has dimmed, and they muster the courage to say, “I’ve been feeling overwhelmed lately.” The leader, buried in their own deadlines, brushes off the comment with, “Everyone’s overwhelmed; just power through.”
Where does leadership start? For a long time I thought it was about employing the best practices and methodologies in leading others. It is that, but it isn’t the first step. The lights came on in my leadership journey when I realised I needed to know myself before I could
Imagine a city skyline with two identical buildings standing proudly side by side. Both buildings look equally impressive and seem to offer the same stability and comfort. The only difference is one cost £2 million to construct, while the other cost £5 million. Unseen at a surface level, the higher
Have you ever wondered how you could be more effective in your leadership? As a leader, do you find yourself grappling with how to inspire your team, foster trust, or hold yourself accountable when things don’t go as planned? Have you ever wished for a blueprint that would transform you