Everyday Ways for Leaders to Adopt a Coaching Approach
In today’s busy world, it is tempting to think that effective leadership means having all the answers. Most of us are paid for expertise that we have built over time and therefore one way of demonstrating our worth is by being the problem solver. Whilst this of course is vital for leadership, there is another […]
Self-care for leaders, why summer is the ideal time to reset
Summer is my most favourite time of year. I love the warmer weather, yet there is something else to summer which means I reflect more, I give myself more space and I also take a holiday which gives plenty of opportunity for seeing new things and refreshing my thoughts. However leadership rarely slows down, targets […]
How do I transition from tactical to strategic leadership?
Changing your leadership style from focusing on individual conversations to collective capability can make a significant difference when creating high-performing teams. When you first start out in a leadership position it can be common to focus on each individual in the team. This includes one-to-one conversations, coaching team members through challenges, helping them develop skills […]
Navigating Team Dynamics: Setting the Team up for Success
Picture the scene. You are leading a team, you feel you are doing all the right things, you have regular one to ones and team meetings, you have set the vision for the year ahead and you have a “door is always open” approach. However, you find your 1:1’s are surface level, you rarely get […]
Intentional Communication – Strengthening key Relationships
In a world where we are constantly communicating, through email, WhatsApp, Teams and social media, you would think that communication has become easier. In many ways it has, as there are instant ways to get in touch regardless of location. Yet many of our most important work and personal relationships can easily feel strained, misunderstood […]
Leading high-performing teams through change
Change is no longer a defined period with an end date, it is an ongoing process of multiple transitions throughout our lives. In fact, it has become the operating environment we now live in. Whether this is personal change such as caring for elders, health concerns, moving home, living in a new country or work […]
Sustainable Leadership: 6 Healthy Habits Every Leader Should Focus On
Creating healthy work habits in a fast-paced, demanding world isn’t easy. And yet when you focus on creating healthy habits, it can make the difference between a person who is managing healthy stress levels and the person who is heading for burnout. From my coaching sessions with many clients I see first-hand the impact focusing […]
2025 – A Year in Review
As we approach the end of 2025, I am taking some time to reflect on the year, both personally and professionally. This gives me a moment to pause, celebrate, acknowledge and catch my breath before the year draws to a close. In this blog I will share my own key themes and learnings, I invite […]
A Leaders Guide to Managing Performance
Managing performance is a vital part of the leader’s role. When underperformance happens, it can take time and investment to ensure people get back on track, therefore it is vital to consider how we create a high performing environment. Like a plant grows with the right conditions around it, so do people. In this blog […]
The Art of Listening
From a very young age, having someone to share my thoughts with has been incredibly important. I can remember being a very chatty young girl and had so many thoughts to share. As I grew up, listening became a skill I also developed and in my coaching role it is a joy to listen to […]