Golden Rules of Leadership – From a Foal

If you asked me what I’m most proud of achieving in my life, it wouldn’t be starting a business which is 20 years old this year, or any of my other work-based achievements. It would be training a young horse from scratch. It was so far outside my comfort zone that it felt braver than […]
Powering a winning mentality: Six attitude enablers

How developing the right mindset can open up opportunities and ensure you’re making the right choices.
Re-imagining outdated DEI exercises to foster inclusion

It’s not enough to simply expand traditional DEI exercises; we need to reframe and re-imagine to ensure diverse experiences and backgrounds aren’t overlooked.
The unexpected advantages of awards – and how to make your entry stand a chance

Entering awards is not just about getting an external slap on the back. It’s an opportunity to reflect and learn.
Shifting the learning atmosphere

How L&D can drive a change in the ‘learning climate’.
Key conversations effective leaders have

Good leadership is about knowing what to ask and when.
Seven secrets of inspirational speakers

There are seven important things to remember if you want to be an effective presenter.
Are you handling 2023 as a healer running the rapids?

How leaders can initiate and navigate the process of healing and rejuvenation of their businesses
The skills taxonomy: A foundation for generative capability

Skills taxonomies are an effective vehicle for driving a competitive edge.
Is it time to turn to humour to deliver serious content?

How injecting content with humour can help businesses go green
Top five needs for employees to perform at their best

Dan Hughes from PSI Services examines the top five needs for employees to perform at their best, and how leaders can help meet them.
How to integrate a coaching culture into your organisational structure

In this article, Matt Somers looks at how organisational design can impact and support coaching culture.
Why every employee needs a work spouse

Research from the University of Bath uncovers the power of the ‘work spouse’. But just like marriage takes hard work, so does the ‘work spouse’ relationship.
Sustaining a genuine culture of change readiness

Coaching conversations can help mitigate resistance to change
Brilliant Brains: Accelerating adaptation for a fast-changing world

CEO and founder of Mindbridge, Kate Lanz, reveals how we can support accelerated learning by leveraging the power of habit.
How to bolster conflict management skills among introverts

New research suggests that introverts struggle more with conflict than extraverts. How can L&D address this issues?
Talking about diversity and inclusion with our ‘straight white male’ colleagues

It is time to encourage the ‘straight white man’ to join the discussion on diversity and inclusion
How laughter in the learning room boosts employee wellbeing

Making time for merrymaking has been scientifically proven to boost our health and wellbeing. How should L&D apply this fact?
Coaching: The ‘common sense’ approach to framing your thinking

Matt Somers analyses some of the old advice given by his mum’s generation to see how much truth modern coaches can extract from them.
How leaders can address fear in the workplace

Is fear dominating your workplace? We explore how to ensure the psychological safety of your employees.