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Four Behavioural Styles – Which One Are You?

We wish we had known about this earlier in our careers – The Four Behavioural Styles and we highly recommend you read the book – Surrounded by Idiots. The four behavioural styles are often derived from models like DISC or similar personality assessments. These styles help understand people’s preferences and tendencies in behaviour, communication, and […]

The Power of Words

“I am busy”- those three words made me feel completely unworthy early in my career. Hence, today, we teach in our leadership programs and coaching – the Power of Words. They connect and disconnect. Read below and share your thoughts if you want words and language that connect and disconnect. The power of words in […]

Are You a Great or Asshole Organisation?

What do you think? Do you think organisations should be transparent about what they stand for and who they are? Should they say hey, we are GREAT to work for, and this is why? Or if they prefer to have, let’s say, an ASSHOLE culture, should they be transparent? Thoughts? If an organisation openly communicates […]

The Bad Apple

Have you ever worked with a Bad Apple? Do you have one now? The “Bad Apple Effect” refers to the idea that a single negative individual (the “bad apple”) within a team or group can have a disproportionately harmful influence on the overall group dynamics, morale, and productivity. Even if the rest of the team […]

How to Be a Super Leader

Being a Super Leader will make a Great Difference in your Life Are you equipped to navigate any leadership challenge in a world filled with exceptional leaders and individuals? You might be thrust into a leadership role and constantly question yourself: Do I have what it takes? Am I a leader? I so hear you […]

Organisational Values – Are They Needed?

Don’t you love those values listed on huge eagle pictures on the company wall, like integrity, and no one lives and breathes them? They are just eagle pictures. Do values matter? I think you know what I am going to say here…. Organisational values are essential because they are the foundation for shaping the culture, […]

Hidden Rules of Leadership

We are often asked at LeadershipHQ about the key rules of leadership. We love to teach and coach the keys to leadership so our leaders can be truly great in no time! The hidden rules of leadership often go beyond what is typically taught in textbooks or formal training. They encompass the unspoken, nuanced aspects […]

Why HR Needs to Learn Leadership

During COVID, I posted about my love/hate relationship with Human Resources. I love the HR space but dislike how HR leaders and professionals are perceived. Early in my HR career, I felt like I was seen as the police of an organisation, which we are not! I felt COVID changed our brand; we are now […]

How to Artfully Deal with an Office Backstabber!

Have you ever had to deal with a backstabber? A white-anter? A gossiper? We all have, haven’t we? Dealing with an office backstabber can be challenging, but approaching the situation with poise and strategy (with kindness and courage) can help you navigate it effectively. Here are some artful ways to handle an office backstabber…: 1. […]