Dance to the Rhythm of Your Own Drum
Embrace an alternative beat, and create a more fulfilling and harmonious work life balance. I wrote last time about how time seems to have speeded up and the constant racing against the clock we all do, ending the day feeling drained and overwhelmed. It’s a problem for both our productivity and also our well-being. Many […]
Don’t Be Trendy, Be Different
You’ll inspire others when you choose to be different. In today’s society, it’s easy to get caught up in the latest trends and follow the crowd. From fashion to music to social media, it seems like everyone is trying to fit in and be like everyone else. But is that really the way to live? […]
Telepathy & Insults
(It is so important to be clear, concise and informative with communication) I’m beginning to think that a lot of modern misunderstandings are caused by people assuming other people are telepathic. I’ve noticed this a lot recently within teams and organisations when communicating outwards. The problem leads to misunderstandings which can in turn lead to […]
Is it Possible to Change Your Mindset?
You don’t need to change a thing about yourself. I’m not even certain you can change your own, personal, unique mindset. It’s what makes you… well, you. Enhance, yes. Ignite, yes. Adapt, yes. Change, probably not.
Sorry Seems to be the Hardest Word
So why is it so hard – and heard so infrequently? Which two small words are among the hardest to utter as a leader – yet among the most powerful? ‘I’m sorry’ – rarely heard from the mouths of leaders, most appreciated by those around them that they influence. For such a simple utterance can […]
The Value Of Authenticity On Show
Her much aired coming of age speech on her 21st birthday, when she famously devoted herself to a life of service, was her choice. That decision was hers alone, not forced, but driven by her core values. It summed up who she was and she ensured throughout her record-breaking 70-year reign, she remained true to that promise in everything she did or said.
You Are the Hero of Your Own Story
Be honest, are you or are those around you ‘life’s not fair’ people? Are things that happen in your life always someone else’s fault? Are your choices apparently blocked by external influences?
Empathetic Leadership
Be honest, how many times have you caught yourself telling a colleague ‘I know how you feel’ when they explain a challenging situation to you – particularly during the COVID pandemic as we’re all in this together? The fact is, in all honesty you probably have absolutely no idea how they are feeling – and […]
Kicking the Habit – Don’t be Hijacked by Negativity
Many hours of airtime and column inches of print and social media have been dedicated recently to the changes we all need to make to halt harmful climate change after decades of bad habits led us to the current crisis. But whatever has been agreed by world leaders, nobody claims it’s going to be easy […]
Busting the Multitasking Myth
Ever find yourself catching up with emails while listening to a client or colleague on the phone? Or posting on your social media accounts as you try to switch off from your day and watch a movie? Multitasking seems to have become the norm in this ‘always on’ culture as we strive to outperform each […]