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Are you a passenger in your own life?
In today’s world, our attention is a commodity that is heavily traded among various bidders: social media platforms, addictive gaming sessions, binge-worthy TV shows, and more. The question then arises: are you merely a passenger in your own life?
Developing a Consultant’s Mindset
When we hear the word “consultant,” we often picture an expert in a tailored suit, advising companies on strategy, operations, or technology. But in reality, consulting is not just a profession; it is a mindset and a skill set that can benefit all of us – an advisor, a problem solver, and a trusted partner
Navigating a Promotion Within the Same Organization
Being promoted into a new role can create a tug-of-war: the benefits of transitioning into a new role within the same organization versus the mental shift needed to truly ‘arrive’ in your new position. Here are some practical tips on how to let go of old responsibilities and communicate your transition effectively
Moving Forwards by Looking Backwards
Just like climbing a mountain, your career is filled with challenges, obstacles, learning moments, and accomplishments. And while it’s easy to focus on the summit ahead, it’s equally important to take stock of the beauty behind you – the lessons, the growth, and the wisdom earned along the way
The Power of Perspective
Life is full of challenges, choices, and data – so much data. The ability to manage these complexities effectively depends not just on intelligence or technical skill, but on a subtler, more profound capacity: perspective. It’s the mental lens through which we interpret events, make decisions, and navigate uncertainty. In fact, having a well-rounded perspective is arguably one of the most critical ingredients in leading a successful, fulfilling life.
Executive Coaching: Elevating My IT Leadership and Delivery Skills
Why I became a qualified executive coach to elevate my IT leadership and delivery skills 🍸 I’ve been getting out and about a bit more recently. I’ve slowly been honing my response to the question, “and what do you do”? The immediate response is “I’m a fractional IT...
Death by Meetings
Death by Meetings examines how scheduling virtual meetings has become incredibly easy, our calendars end up full or back-to-back and even parallel calls, and this often leads to a cascade of negative effects on our health, productivity, and work-life balance. But there are some strategies that can help
Leading in a Virtual World
Leading in a Virtual World explores how leaders are evolving to support distributed teams and explains how Executive Coaching can play a pivotal role
Developing Resilience and Antifragility
How you respond to challenges and challenging times can have a direct impact on your personal development and well-being. Resilience enables you to recover from difficulties as strong as before. Antifragility is not just about recovering; it’s about using it as a catalyst for growth and improvement
Risk versus Reward, The Essential Balance for Innovation
In today’s hyper-competitive business environment, where rapid change and disruption are the norm, understanding and managing risk is crucial. Businesses often view risk primarily as a negative but embracing risk can lead to substantial rewards and breakthrough innovations
Managing Change
Change is an inevitable and necessary aspect of growth and adaptation. However, the manner in which change is managed, and the volume of change being processed concurrently, can significantly influence an organization’s ability to remain focused on its objectives. Change management is not merely about introducing changes, but also about strategically reducing the volume of change at any given time to enhance focus and performance
Imposter Syndrome
Imposter syndrome doesn’t discriminate by job level or success rate and is particularly prevalent among women. There are strategies that can help with these feelings of being a “fraud”, inadequate, and being caught out