Why Gen Z Is Saying “No Thanks” To Leadership
Gen Z has had a front-row seat to: – parents and older colleagues burning out – “high performers” rewarded with more work, not more support
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Employee Retention
People don't leave bad companies. They leave friction. These articles identify the systemic causes of turnover and give you practical fixes.
The Reality: You Own Capability, But You Do Not Own the Budget
This is one of the most common situations I see in HR and OD teams.
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Smart HR Teams Are Buying Leadership Development Like a Business Decision (Not a Calendar Decision)
If you want leadership to move the business this quarter, you cannot buy leadership development like an annual event.
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The 5 Reasons Most Leadership Programs Don’t Create the Change HR Wants (and the Business Needs)
You’ve probably lived this loop.
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What the Grand Canyon Taught Me About Business Decisions
Standing in the depths of the Grand Canyon as the sun set, I faced a problem that would later define how I think about leadership decisions.
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250 Blogs Later: A Reflection on the Journey
When I first started writing this blog back in 2020, I had no idea what would come of it. The original purpose was simple: to get my thought
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The Leadership Capacity Crisis: Why Good Intentions Aren't Enough
When leaders know what to do but can't do it
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Why Your Fear of Failure is More Dangerous Than Failure Itself
When was the last time you watched a child learn to walk?
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The Neurodiversity Movement Led by Auticon: Shifting Perspectives and Breaking Barriers
Steve is a commercial director at Auticon UK, a unique multinational IT consultancy and social enterprise with a little bit of a difference
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3 more compassionate ways to approach people who are learning something new
It happens to us all. At some point we have to learn a new skill and all those experiences
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"Jump – Go Go Go!!!"
Jumping out of a perfectly good plane is something I haven’t done yet but it’s been a thing on the “almost” bucket list for a while now.
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Are you swimming against the current? What I realized & changed.
One of the things that have been top of mind for me during this lockdown period has been how and where I use my energy.
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What do you value?
I’ve spent the last couple of weeks packing up my life, dropping various possessions into friends’ attics for storage, and moving from NZ ba
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Why being inclusive is like growing truffles
Ian Treloar is a long time friend and former colleague of mine who, for all the time I have known him, has been trying to grow truffles.
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It can be lonely at the top – imposter syndrome
Chances are that you have been successful for most of your career.
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The hybrid workforce is coming – are you ready?
The concept of the Great Resignation and how businesses can configure themselves differently for the future which will
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Beat burnout with this one simple question
Did you know that burnout costs between $125 billion (USD) and $190 billion every year in healthcare costs?
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The 4 tensions affecting your business
Leadership is hard because it’s a game of tensions:
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Leadership Team conversations that change the game
Picture the scenario. I’m running a “Ways of Working” session with the leadership team of a large Asian electronics company
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The workshop that left me speechless
There we were in a workshop, talking about how to hand over tasks effectively, to free up energy and time to focus on more important things.
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Leadership I learned from 5 years in business to help lead better
Have you ever grown anything? A plant? A child? A business?
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Avoid this common leadership development mistake
As we move to an age of digitized learning, it has become apparent that a lot of companies are going to focus on providers who offer app-bas
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Creating and sharing your leadership brand – it's a game-changer
Do you have a leadership brand? Do you know what one is?
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Stop burnout and people leaving your team
A recent Deloitte survey showed that 53% of employees are looking for a new role that is going to be more healthy in terms of their wellbein
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When you stop delivering, magical things can happen
The house buyer's change of financial situation meant they couldn’t go through with the deal to purchase our home – 6 days from closing.
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A little bit of kindness goes a long way
I don’t think you can kill people with kindness. Certainly not in the leadership context. In fact, if anything, right now we have a great op
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Do you have trust issues?
Imagine being in the Board Room, talking about the commercial upside of being a leader who builds trust.
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Why working toward purpose beats burnout
“It doesn’t matter how hard I work, I just don’t seem to be making a difference.
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Is your burnout the result of imposter syndrome?
“I’m not sure I have it in me to go to work today”.
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How connection destroys burnout and boosts engagement
Do you remember when you were younger, and the feeling of trepidation as you walked in the front door of a new school or club?
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The connection that really keeps your team engaged
Last week we started discussing the idea of connection – in particular the idea of connecting new starters to the business, their peers, and
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Are you an exploited employee or an employee exploiter?
This blog was one I thought long and hard about how to write. Then I thought, if it feels uncomfortable for me
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What's stealing your downtime? It's you!
For the last 10 weeks, we have taken you on a journey through the 5 factors which prevent burnout.
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Finding your purpose, and why AI can't steal that from you
This week I posted a poll on a number of social platforms asking a straightforward question. In light of AI creators, should I keep blogging
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The secrets of building high performance teams
We recently had the pleasure of hosting an engaging and insightful conversation on our podcast with the remarkable Jill DePompei Morales
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Uncovering the Connection between Parenting, Leadership, and Talent Management
In the realm of leadership, fascinating connections can be found in unexpected places. One such intriguing overlap exists between parental l
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Unleashing Unconventional Resilience: Thriving Beyond the Ordinary
In today's ever-evolving world, resilience is the secret ingredient that empowers us to navigate challenges and truly thrive in the face of
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Imposter Syndrome: How It's Affecting Your Business and What You Can Do About It
Imposter Syndrome is a pervasive phenomenon that affects individuals across various fields. It can have a significant impact on business per
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A Journey of Purpose-Driven Success
Indulging in the pleasure of chocolate without the guilt is a dream turned into reality by Glenn Gardone, the visionary behind the delicious
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Beat Burnout & Elevate Employee Engagement: The Power of Internal Marketing
In the fast-paced and demanding world of business, burnout and disengagement are a growing problem. This is a major issue for leaders
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Elevating Business Performance through Executive Communication Skills
In the fast-paced world of business, success often hinges on effective leadership and stakeholder engagement. As a senior leader
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The Paradox of Perfectionism: Rethinking Perfectionism in Leadership
Perfectionism, a ubiquitous trait in the business world, is a double-edged sword. On one hand, it propels leaders to attain remarkable heigh
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The Power of Effective Governance
Are you ready to take your leadership and decision-making to the next level? In a recent episode of The High Performance Leader Podcast
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How your habits might be the cause of your burnout
Welcome back to another empowering episode of The High Performance Leader Podcast, your source for discovering the secrets to achieving sust
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How your habits might be the cause of your burnout
The repercussions of burnout are absolutely devastating, not just for individuals but also for organizations.
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How to prioritise when everything is a priority
"Everything's Urgent!" – The Unintended Tragedy of the "Save the Day" Leader
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Breaking Free from the Daily Grind: A Leader's Guide
The daily grind: it's where strategic visions go to die. Or do they? In a thought-provoking episode of The High Performance Leader Podcast
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Reclaiming Your Identity: The shift from overload to purpose
The grind culture has many leaders believing that their value is measured by their workload and accomplishments.
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3 Practical Ways to Retain Your Managers – Even When Things Are Really Tough
Ever wonder why your managers keep leaving despite all the effort you put into creating a thriving environment?
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Successfully Empower Your Team To Take On New Challenges – My top 10 recommendations
One of the most frequent challenges that leaders face is how to successfully and effectively empower their teams.
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