Introduction In the fast-paced world of business, your most talented employees are your greatest asset. However, to ensure they continue to grow and contribute at the highest level, they need more than just opportunities—they need feedback. For all leaders, and especially the most senior executives, providing regular, constructive feedback is crucial to unlocking the...
…they are too important. At the risk of being criticised as a spoilsport or curmudgeon, I urge you to stop wasting valuable time and money on team building activities, team away days and corporate team events. Yes, I have a personal bias – I can’t stand ‘forced fun.’ But my concern is more a...
I don’t care how much leadership development you’ve done over the years as a C-suite executive, I’m going to bet the term ‘weltanschauung’ never came up in your discussions (unless you happen to be a German speaker!). But it should have. Because ‘weltanschauung’ means ‘worldview’, and the lenses through which you view the world...
Applying the Principles of ‘No Rules Rules’ to Build Talent Density, Increase Candour and Release Controls I’m a bit of a book geek and, whilst I enjoy reading fiction, since I first read Victor Kiam’s business book, ‘Go for it’, in the early 80’s I’ve relished reading books that help me understand how effective...
In the fast-paced arena of corporate leadership, C-suite executives and Chief People Officers are constantly seeking inspiration to elevate their game. The ongoing 2024 Paris Olympics offer us a perfect opportunity to explore how the world of sports continues to provide valuable insights for business leaders. As a lifelong sports enthusiast, I’ve witnessed countless...
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,...
