The Power of SSC: Stop, Start, Continue
Having used the Stop, Start, Continue (SSC) framework numerous times in the corporate world, I’ve seen firsthand its effectiveness in driving reflection and improvement within organisations. This well-known tool helps businesses refine processes, enhance team dynamics, and achieve goals. Recently, it occurred to me: why not apply this powerful method to our personal lives? The […]
Foot in Mouth Syndrome
We’ve all been there. You’re at a party, a work function, or just chatting with friends when suddenly, the words that tumble out of your mouth seem to have taken a wrong turn. Instead of witty banter or insightful commentary, you’ve inadvertently lobbed a conversational grenade. Welcome to the club: you’ve got Foot in Mouth […]
The Heartbeat of a Great Company Culture
In my recent projects, I’ve been diving deep into the realms of leadership and staff engagement programs, and it’s been rewarding. As someone who has always understood the importance of these elements, it’s crucial to emphasise that the cornerstone of any thriving organisation lies in its leadership and the culture they cultivate. We often talk […]
What’s Got You So Glum?
Ever have those mornings where you wake up feeling a bit down, or perhaps just unusually quiet? It’s not sadness per se, but a reluctance to engage with the world. You just want to sit, be still, and observe the world around you. It’s as if your mind needs a break from the chaos, the […]
Rolling down that hill
Ah, yes! There I sit on my bicycle at the top of a hill, looking down, ready to set myself loose. The nerves build up and I try to rid myself of them by psyching myself up. I try my best to not think about what I am about to do, knowing full well it […]
Ebbs and Flows
Productivity is often hailed as the ultimate measure of success. We’re bombarded with messages that encourage us to hustle harder, work longer, and strive for constant efficiency – and I for one have often seen posts or articles on maintaining “peak performance”. However, this constant pressure to always be at the top of our game […]
The storm is on the loose
The weekend greets me once more and I sit on by bed well after the sun has set introspectively. I must figure out what I think of myself. So far, I have been nothing but unkind. I have held the whip for many years, bringing it crashing down over my back timelessly. I have become […]
We are just human after all
It’s easy to get caught up in the whirlwind of expectations and pressures. And by “easy,” I mean that it often goes unnoticed until it suddenly does catch our attention. We strive to have all our ducks neatly in a row, presenting an image of confidence and certainty to the world. But sometimes, amidst this […]
Basking in the warm light
There comes a time when we have to step out of the dark and fling ourselves into the light. For those of us who love our time in the darkness, there is little doubt that the light might burn at first, but if you stick it out, you will develop a great tan. I would […]
Fear
In a recent conversation I had with a connection on LinkedIn, I was prompted with a question that has lingered in my mind ever since: What are the greatest fears women leaders encounter in today’s dynamic market? It’s a question that digs deep into the psyche, not just of women, but of anyone striving for […]
