12 Ways To Become A Better Leader

You already know that effective leadership is critical for any team’s success. And learning to become a better leader is a process that never stops. However, improving your leadership qualities isn’t always as straightforward as we might hope. So, in this article, let’s look at some ways to build the most important leadership skills. How […]

Fundamental Leadership Skills

What are the fundamental leadership skills you need for 2023 and beyond?  I’ve been contemplating the many conversations I had with leaders over the past few years and I’ve discovered a common thread. Amidst significant changes in work, lifestyle, and leadership, many leaders are working to become more effective and supportive in their approach. Although […]

What Makes Leaders Effective? Key Characteristics To Aim For

What makes leaders effective? This is something that is often elusive to pin down. But there are some key characteristics that most effective leaders share. An effective leader is someone with the ability to inspire and guide their team to achieve shared goals and objectives. They possess a range of skills and qualities that enable […]

Active Application to Solidify New Habits

I have a confession to make – I’m addicted to learning. My particular poison of choice is books ???? followed closely by podcasts. With COVID impacting any drive time (and my podcast consumption) my book habit hit new heights with my husband a little shocked by the regular deliveries arriving at our door. There is a particular rush I feel when […]

2 Critical Leadership Skills

Ask Powerful Questions ‘Create Conversations That Matter’ by Will Wise and Chad Littlefield This is a fantastic book that focuses on two critical leadership and life skills: Asking powerful questions Active listening The chapter that focuses on intention is one that I have been creating some deliberate practice points of my own as well as […]

Leadership Quotes I Love

“People act on their assessments of your trustworthiness, not yours. Your best intentions can’t change their opinion. Only by changing what you say and how you act can affect how others assess your trustworthiness” – Charles Feltman, The Thin Book of Trust “Choosing to be curious is choosing to be vulnerable because it requires us […]

Curing the ‘Knowing But Not Doing’ Trap

What is “knowing but not doing?” Let me use an example to explain. I have a confession to make – I’m addicted to learning. My particular poison of choice is books ???? followed closely by podcasts. With COVID impacting any drive time (and my podcast consumption) my book habit hit new heights. To say my husband was a little shocked […]

8 Simple Strategies Of Deep Active Listening For Leaders

Do you know one of the most powerful skill sets that most great leaders and influencers share? I won’t make you guess – it’s the dynamic duo of deep active listening and curious questioning. Today, I’d like to share some strategies of active listening you can use to strengthen these core skills that are key […]

The Essential Difference Between Coaching & Mentoring All Great Leaders Know

The difference between coaching and mentoring can be difficult to define. Some people argue that they are virtually the same thing, but the truth is – there are some important differences. In this article, I clearly demonstrate how coaching and mentoring are different – and how to identify when is the right time to use each […]

A Simple Yet Powerful Decision-Making Framework for Leaders in 6 Steps

Mastering decision making is a necessary skill for any good leader. But making decisions is often more challenging than we think it might be. Let’s look at a decision making framework for leaders to make the process more effective. The Importance Of Making Decisions Consciously It’s estimated that the average adult makes more than 35,000 […]

One Simple Tool Consistently Used By All Successful Leaders

Do you want to be a more purposeful leader or business owner? One who creates better results for your organisation and the people you lead? If so, focus your efforts on this one simple tool – one on ones. Did you know that leaders who create engaging, meaningful, and supportive environments to help develop those […]