Being a Super Leader
In a world that never stops spinning, leadership today isn’t just about having a brain and a plan. Nope, to be a super leader, you need character, love, wisdom, and the guts to serve. This isn’t some snooze-fest about sitting at the top; it’s about leading with a fierce heart, a sharp mind, and a […]
10 Common Regrets of Leaders: Lessons on What Really Matters
10 Common Regrets of Leaders: Lessons on What Really Matters Alright, let’s get real: leadership isn’t all smooth sailing and standing ovations. It’s a messy, unpredictable rollercoaster with its fair share of facepalm moments and wake-up calls. Every great leader has a highlight reel of successes, but behind the scenes, there are also those ‘I […]
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. […]
What Great Leaders Say!
Want to be a Great Leader? Great Communicator? Inspire Others? Great leaders often communicate in ways that inspire, motivate, and empower others. Here are some things that great leaders commonly say: “I believe in you.” Trust and confidence in others can motivate them to perform at their best. “How can I help?” Offering support and […]
The 2 C’s – Curiosity and Compassion
Yesterday I went for my morning walk to feed the ducks. There is a lovely 94 year old man I see often feeding them as well. I walked him home as he wasn’t feeling well. His name is Chris and loved hearing about his story…his life. I was so curious that I didn’t want the […]
Female Leaders Making Themselves Heard
This is a real and unfortunate issue. Our female leaders are not being heard or being spoken over. We run a number of leadership programs ranging from middle managers, emerging leaders and women in leadership – the challenges I hear within these groups are very different. The women in leadership share their frustrations around not […]
Leadership. Neuroscience. Greatness.
I am a leadership and neuroscience geek. One of our most valuable tools is our mindset, and you guessed it—our brain. Our brain is a muscle, and like any muscle, it needs exercise (stay tuned for my next newsletter on brain exercises!). When I started in this space 17 years ago, I went to construction […]
Exhausted, Already?
It is April, and we are hearing—I am already done. Is it Christmas yet? I am overwhelmed. I can’t keep up. I am racing through life. I am so busy. There is too much change. The pace of life is challenging. Expectations of me are too high. I am juggling too many balls. Life is […]
Leadership and Moving Back to the Office Post-Pandemic
Leadership and Moving Back to the Office Post-Pandemic Heading out to brunch with your friends. Going on international trips with your family. Dusting off your office desk at your 9-5 job. Going back to your weekly gym sessions. I know so many people who are craving a return to life as we know it before […]