Why your personal and professional growth has to happen before your organisation can grow In the ever-evolving landscape of business, the pursuit of growth is a constant. Organisations invest significant time, effort, and resources into crafting growth strategies, expanding market reach, and enhancing product offerings. However, one crucial aspect often overlooked in the pursuit...
In the fast-paced corporate world, succession planning often feels like an exercise in futility. Why meticulously map out future leadership transitions when the unpredictable nature of business can render these plans obsolete overnight? Yet, despite its apparent lack of worth, succession planning remains a critical process that organisations cannot afford to neglect. The Futility...
Are good manners ever ‘old fashioned’? In a world that is constantly evolving, where trends come and go, one question persists: Are good manners ever ‘old fashioned’? Specifically, I want to delve into the importance, or lack thereof, of saying “thank you” – even for seemingly trivial or everyday occurrences. It’s a small phrase...
I was a schoolteacher in the 1990s and educators spoke often about the ideal of being a ‘reflective practitioner’. We were never told how we might do that or, indeed, explicitly what benefits would accrue from such a practice. We were just encouraged to reflect and I presume by some magical osmotic process we...
Imagine you want to hit a golf ball to a hole that’s 200 yards away on a flat course. You can comfortably hit the ball 250 yards, so reaching the green should be no problem. For this example, let’s assume no interference from rain or wind. If your golf club hits the ball square-on,...
Middle managers play a pivotal role in any organisation. They are the bridge between upper management and the frontline employees, responsible for translating high-level strategies into actionable tasks. One of their key responsibilities is talent development, ensuring that their team members grow, both personally and professionally. To facilitate this process, the WORD acronym —...
In the world of business, the notion of treating teams like family is often touted as an ideal. However, upon closer examination, this analogy may not hold up. Here are six reasons why the familial model isn’t the best fit for business teams: 1. Varied Experiences Not everyone’s experience of family is the same....
The best time to plant a tree it is said, is one hundred years ago. The second best time is today. And so it is with building your legacy as a leader. Reflecting to inform action When you look back over your career and life to date, what are the best teams you have...
Our recent blog posts have explored the importance of viewing a team, not just as an intact unit but also as a collection of individuals who operate across a range of relationships. When those bonds are sufficiently strong, they enable the team deliver the key impacts that are required of it. This article moves the...
In this article we are going to tackle five popular misconceptions about leadership coaching so that you can make a more informed decision when you come to purchase coaching for yourself or leaders in your business. 1. Coaching is only for underperformers. Coaching has evolved since its introduction in the 1980s. Initially used for corrective measures, it...
