Navigating the landmines around leading friends and family members
Building a successful team is a critical aspect of effective leadership, and sometimes that process can involve leading friends or family members. Although this can bring a unique dynamic into the workplace, it can also present challenges that require careful navigation.
The subtle art of convincing your boss they need coaching
Suggesting executive coaching to a C-suite leader is undoubtedly a delicate process. When approached thoughtfully and professionally, this conversation can mark the beginning of a transformative journey, benefiting not just the leader but the entire organisation.
The importance of compassion fatigue awareness for leaders
Compassion fatigue can have a significant impact on a leader’s effectiveness and well-being, as it can hinder their ability to provide support and make sound decisions. While caring for employees is crucial, leaders should also establish and maintain healthy boundaries.
Help! I’m trying to lead a business that is run by toddlers!
Leading a start-up run by ‘toddler-CEOs’ can be an intricate dance between brilliance and practicality. The challenges may be many, but the opportunity for transformation and growth can also be substantial.
As a leader, you have a pivotal role in creating an environment where your introverted team members feel empowered to speak up and share their insights and perspectives.
Are you a leader? Or are you merely a puppet on a string?
New and middle managers who aspire to be true leaders and senior leaders who aim to create a leadership culture must work together to break free from the constraints that limit potential.
What do I do as a leader when my team doesn’t need me anymore?
Leadership is often associated with guiding a team, helping individuals grow, and solving problems as they arise. But what happens when your team is already high-performing, reasonably self-sufficient, and for the most part seems to require less direct intervention?
As a leader, how are your people getting ‘up the hill’?
The art of leadership lies in knowing when to push, pull (hopefully not having to drag), or let your team members climb the hill themselves. Your role as a leader is not one-size-fits-all, and success often hinges on your ability to adapt and tailor your approach to the unique needs of your team.
What would you do if you could start your leadership journey all over again?
Some senior leaders believe that after many years building and running teams, that it’s impossible to change the way they lead; while others are actually afraid to make changes or to reinvent themselves. What would you do if you could start your leadership journey all over again?
Do you know how your team members are really feeling?
One of the most important roles for any leader is to build trust and psychological safety, and to foster an environment where team members feel safe and confident to share their thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment or reprisal.
