What is leadership, and can anyone be a leader? What steps do they take, and what leadership skills are essential to progress? Here, we will explore the answers to these questions by exploring the process of becoming a leader, highlight...

There are lots of situations that can lead to difficult conversations, whether those are challenging conversations in the workplace or conflict resolution in social situations. For example, you might have to challenge poor performance in the of...

Do you get nervous at the thought of public speaking? If you do you are in good company. A study by the National Institute of Mental Health indicated that over 40 % of people have a fear of public speaking.The good news is that no matte...

Assumptions are often necessary for critical thinking, but we need to avoid wrong assumptions if we want to make good decisions. An assumption is something we accept to be true, even if we are lacking all the evidence. Assumptions are n...

Jim Collins, in his groundbreaking book Good to Great, introduced the notion of Level 5 Leadership as the zenith in a hierarchy of leadership capabilities. To truly understand the essence of the 5th Level, one must first navigate through the fo...

John Maxwell’s Five Levels of LeadershipIn his book, “The 5 Levels of Leadership,” Leadership expert John C Maxwell introduces us to a structured path that leaders can follow to enhance their abilities. Each level builds on the previous...

Whether you are an established leader or an aspiring one, understanding your strengths and areas for improvement is essential for personal and professional growth. Leadership self-analysis tools are invaluable resources to help individu...

In his seminal Harvard Business Review article, “What Makes a Leader?” Goleman delves into the five qualities that set truly effective leaders apart from others. At the heart of Goleman’s leadership philosophy lies the concept of emotio...

Coaching is a proven tool for personal and professional growth, accelerating success in sports, life and business.But what exactly is leadership coaching, why is it important, who does it benefit, and how do you choose a leadership coac...

Inquisitive leadership is a leadership approach for a VUCA (volatile, uncertain, complex and ambiguous) world. It is an approach I developed from my experience as a Bomb Disposal Officer.An inquisitive leader needs humility, curiosity, ...

There is a huge need for skills in the workforce. In a recent survey, 70% of leaders in the US identified significant skills gaps in their workforce. And The most in-demand skills are ones that directly link to leadership. The research ...

Whether you are leading a small team or a large organisation, the ability to inspire, motivate, and guide others is crucial for success. And, no matter our experience or seniority, we can all improve our leadership in one way or another...

Great leaders possess unique traits that allow them to motivate teams, drive innovation, and create lasting impact. Here, we explore the six fundamental leadership qualities that define great leaders and how these attributes contribute ...

Listening skills refer to the ability to actively receive, process, and understand spoken information. Unlike hearing, which is a passive physical process, listening requires focus, attention, and comprehension. Good listening skills in...

No matter where you are on your leadership development journey, an understanding of different leadership styles will help you. There are various types of leadership styles, each with its own unique characteristics and impact. Understand...

When dealing with any group or team, understanding how individuals engage is crucial for success. The 5 Ps Model categorises people based on their level of involvement, attitude, and contribution within a team or organisational setting....

Listening is an essential component of effective communication and is foundational to both building rapport with people and demonstrating emotional intelligence. Being able to listen properly is also a crucial leadership skill. Understanding th...

Wherever you are on your leadership journey, whether you are just leading yourself or managing thousands of people, there is always room for growth and improvement.Here, I will introduce a competency framework to support leaders in thei...

What is the biggest problem that you are facing now, and how should you try to solve it? Professor Keith Grint identified that there are three key types of problems: tame, critical, and wicked.His premise was that If you can ...

Have you ever had a problem that, in trying to solve it, you have made it worse?When trying to solve problems we make mistakes when we don’t properly understand the problem in the first place. Therefore, one critical step in decision-mak...

There are many types of questions, for example; open and closed, rhetorical, leading, loaded, or compound questions. This episode looks at six of the most common types using an example of two people going on a first date to the cinema.To...

12 Common Biases Explained With Help From Simon SinekImplicit biases are assumptions, beliefs and rules of thumb in our minds, often based on our experiences, but that may not be reasonable or accurate. Bias affects all thinking, and it ...

Mind Maps are a form of visual, non-linear notes developed by Tony Buzan and used by countless successful people.If you are anything like me, and used to doodle a lot at school (or still do when trying to listen and take notes) then you will li...

What are the most important life skills? How should we navigate work, survive challenges, and thrive in our relationships?Research by UNICEF

What is The Difference Between Coaching and Mentoring?The terms coaching and mentoring are often used synonymously but in professional terms there are some subtle yet important differences. It is not that one is better than the other, it...