Want to be a better leader? Be true to yourself
Being ‘authentic’ is a popular concept at the moment, but what does authenticity look like? Surely you are ‘authentically you’ just by existing? Well, not exactly. We often put a…
5 Ways to Start Feeling More Confident as a Leader
When I look at great leaders across various industries, one thing stands out. Confidence. It’s easy to look at leaders who seem confident and assume that they never experienced the…
What Makes You Unique?
What makes you tick at work? Do you feel happiest when you’re bouncing ideas off other people? Or is it when you’re filling in a spreadsheet? One of the great…
Why is Self-Awareness Important in Leadership?
Over 20 years ago, my eldest son was born, and I remember my Grandma saying to me “you can’t be a great mum, wife, daughter, sister, friend, neighbour, boss etc;…
How to fall back in love with your work
Do you remember how great it felt when you first began your job? The sense of pride and accomplishment at being chosen for a whole new challenge? Do you still…
How to Be a Great Leader
Richard Branson, Lord Sugar, Carolyn McCall. All great leaders, and people that you might consider as leadership role models. But what is it that makes someone a great leader? And…
How knowing your values will change how you work
I’ve been doing a lot of work recently with clients who want to learn more about themselves. In particular, I recently met with a client who had lost her passion…
Too busy to talk or are you closing your heart?
Over the last month, I’ve noticed I’ve filled my life up with stuff. My diary has been full of client appointments, CPD workshops, concerts, DIY, time with family and friends….