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Leadership coaching: The prompt to success
27 September 2024 10:19 Leave your thoughtsAs an executive leadership coach, I've witnessed first-hand the transformative power of coaching on individuals and, consequently, the organisations they lead.
How constructive feedback shapes teams and elevates leadership
2 September 2024 12:38 Leave your thoughtsLearn how to utilise feedback to strengthen communication and understanding, foster a growth mindset through constructive feedback and create an environment where feedback is openly shared and acted upon.
Have you planned your summer break?
28 June 2024 0:49 Leave your thoughtsResearch shows that taking a holiday is important for a variety of reasons, including boosting your resilience, a new perspective on your problems, time with family and enjoying different locations.
An ongoing commitment to your people: 14 tips to sustaining excellence in teams
2 December 2023 9:00 Leave your thoughtsAs I coach great leaders, I have captured some tried and tested tips to develop and sustain high performing teams. Here are some key insights that you may find useful in building and leading your teams.
Harnessing the art of communication as the key to effective leadership
26 October 2023 15:37 Leave your thoughtsEffective leadership is built upon a foundation of excellent communication skills. Whether you're a seasoned CEO, a manager, or an aspiring leader, refining your communication abilities is a journey worth embarking on.
As a leader, do you have an ethical compass?
29 September 2023 11:01 Leave your thoughtsIn leadership, success is not solely measured by outcomes or achievements. True success is engrained in the ethical foundations that leaders build their relationships and guide their teams.
Do you escape conflict? Deal with it as an opportunity to learn and grow as a leader
19 August 2023 9:56 Leave your thoughtsYou are not alone; I coach a number of leaders who are challenged or even fear the idea of conflict. They tip toe around a situation not to hurt anyone. However, for relationships to last, we have to be able to deal with conflict.
Do you struggle to get things done?
24 June 2023 9:18 Leave your thoughtsAre you easily distracted? You are probably far less effective due to all the distractions eating up the limited supply of attention you have each day.
Reducing chances of burnout at work
30 April 2023 18:00 Leave your thoughtsAccording to Gallup, 76% of employees say they’ve experienced burnout. BetterUp recent data shows 80% of employees are reporting burnout — and that number is trending upward.
Use self-compassion to achieve your goals
22 March 2023 12:17 Leave your thoughtsI recently shared a LinkedIn post about not getting obsessed with particular goals, striving to achieve them at all costs, and that it’s OK to realign goals based on external factors – such as life. This post resonated with my network and also attracted a few comments. So, I decided to expand my thoughts .
What’s your role as a leader? Inspiration vs Motivation
21 February 2023 16:58 Leave your thoughtsWhile team members should be motivated to take action, to show their commitment to excellent performance, the desire to get promoted, or to be liked by their boss - I wonder when we speak of a leader's role and the need to motivate, do we really mean inspiring people to take action?
Ask yourself these 5 WHYs to understand your motivation to achieve your goal
9 January 2023 13:29 Leave your thoughtsWhy we want to achieve our goals is totally unique to us. Whether it’s a promotion and pay-rise leading to self-esteem and validation, or it could mean security, a holiday with the family or getting closer to a milestone. Once we understand WHY we want our goals, and why NOW, it's easier to focus, go the ‘extra mile’ and find that extra energy to put into our goals.
11 opportunities to coach your team
13 December 2022 9:00 Leave your thoughts‘Coaching is unlocking people’s potential to maximise their own performance. It is helping them to learn rather than teaching them.’ – Timothy Gallwey. ‘Coaching… is subtracting whatever is getting in the way of the client’s desired goal.’
Fear of failure: five strengths to develop your resilience
22 October 2022 9:00 Leave your thoughtsEven before kindergarten, we are taught that failure is bad. What if we cannot do it? What if something goes wrong? What if I cannot deliver?
Preparing for your next coaching session in three minutes
18 September 2022 9:55 Leave your thoughtsYou are meeting your coach for a regular coaching session. Going prepared with a topic, challenge or obstacle can help ensure you get the most out of the conversation.
