When you talk about being ‘a leader’ and showcasing ‘leadership’ what are the first words that come to mind? Many people associate leadership with power, authority, position and expertise, but the reality is that leadership is much more nuanced than that. A new perspective is needed. Here are 3 common misconceptions about being a leader: […]

How often do you take a moment to pause, take a breath, notice your energy, ask questions and truly listen before making a decision?

“Practice makes perfect, but you can over practice” I was struck by this post from a colleague Phil Hesketh, that I wanted to share hot of the press: Shocking news just in from the USA. Researchers have discovered that the more sports teams practice, the better they get. No, really! Apparently, levels of skill, fitness […]

I had been very busy, running my business and focusing on delivering value for my clients. It had been a particularly tricky time for my family, as my daughters had both transitioned into the next phase at school. I knew I needed to take a break to unwind, re-energise, and reconnect with myself and my […]

How would it help our performance as a leader if we could simply focus on one step at a time? Let me share a story of an experience I had recently which highlighted this point to me. Being in darkness enabled me to quieten my thoughts, quieten my mind and focus only on what I […]