Optimism in Action
“The one with the right mindset will win”. I heard this a lot from commentators during the Olympics. In watching some incredible performances, we were reminded once again that success isn’t just about physical talent, strength or skill, – it’s about mindset too. Time and time again, we saw the impact of mental agility and optimism on […]
Silver, Bronze and Beyond
And just like that, the Olympics are over – but with the Paralympics just two weeks away, the inspiration continues! In my last post, I shared some insights on my favourite Olympic moments so far, and how business principles can support athletes – maybe they listened, given the impressive medal haul! There’s always a lot of focus […]
What Can Business Teach Olympians?
The Olympics are here, bringing a wave of excitement and inspiration! Like many others, I love watching the events – sports I wouldn’t normally tune into suddenly captivate me. Equestrian cross country anyone? Yet, what I’ve enjoyed most so far are the interviews with the athletes following their events. When they attribute their success (whether […]
If You Treasure It, Measure It
My STRONG survey has been live for 2 weeks now, and I’m excited by the number of people who have already given it a go! Why? Because I love data. When new research comes in, I can’t wait to dive in and identify insights and trends. But more than that, I created this tool to […]
How STRONG are you?
Happy New Financial Year to those who celebrate! And even if you don’t, and you’re halfway through your own year, now is the time for some reflection if you haven’t already… An opportunity to look back at what you’ve tried over the past 6 months, assess how it went, and use these learnings to adjust […]
Are you ready?
Even though we don’t always like to admit it, we’re facing tough times right now. What people have been telling me recently is that the market is challenging, client expectations have increased, and resources are down, making it much harder to hit our KPIs. Particularly those in sales – which technically is everyone! So the […]
Can you tailor your job?
Imagine stepping into a high-end boutique to pick up your first tailor-made suit. Up until now, your wardrobe has been filled with off-the-rack options – convenient but never quite perfect… The tailor greets you warmly and leads you to the fitting room. As you slip into the suit, you immediately feel the difference. The fabric […]
Unlocking Your Energy
Ever feel like there just aren’t enough hours in the day? With endless tasks demanding our attention and deadlines looming, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the relentless march of time. But what if I told you that there’s a way to make the most of the time we have, without adding any extra hours? […]
Playing to Strengths
We’ve all heard the saying ‘play to your strengths’ before. As someone who focused my Masters on this very topic, I can assure you that it’s more than just a catchy phrase; it’s a game-changing strategy that paves the way for us to thrive. However, it’s much easier said than done. As humans, we’re wired […]
What Do You Need?
In recent conversations with leaders, I’ve suggested a simple yet powerful solution to some of their challenges – asking ‘What do you need?’ of those around them. Surprisingly, in both instances, these leaders hadn’t posed this question. Why? Because they assumed they already knew the answer… As humans, we often fancy ourselves as expert mind-readers, […]