


The concept of ‘balance’ is an ongoing and evolutionary debate. We’re constantly hearing that we should eat a balanced diet, accomplish a good work/life balance, move more in relation to a somewhat sedentary life and balance cardio vascular workouts with stretching and strengthening exercise … although, what does balance actually mean? The notion of ‘balance’ is an elusive concept.
Posted on Wed, July 26, 2017 in Leadership Personal Development
As early as 1977 the question of leaders and managers, and their role in an organisation has been consistently raised. In an article on organisational structure and process, Abraham Zalzenik addressed the question of the difference between leadership and management. Management, he said, focused on achieving competence and the right balance of power. He said this excluded the leadership traits of inspiration, empathy and vision.
Posted on Tue, July 11, 2017 in Leadership
‘Trust and confidence is crashing’ – the headline from an article summarising the feeling of supporters at this year’s World Economic Forum at the Swiss retreat of Davos. With the ever-present tensions surrounding the economy, jobs, inequality and migration among other things, it almost feels like it could be applied to pretty much any current affairs bulletin right now.
Posted on Thu, January 26, 2017 in General Leadership Organisational Development
The call for social skills in leadership (often referred to as 'soft' skills) and emotional intelligence (or ‘EQ’) isn’t anything new. You may not find these listed in the job spec, however more and more, companies are looking to recruit employees who can not only demonstrate outstanding expertise, but also collaborate and communicate on teams.
Posted on Fri, October 21, 2016 in Coaching General Leadership Personal Development
How often do we shut down our potential to thinking?
While some of us may not consider ourselves particularly talented in the ideas department, I believe we all have the ability to tap into our creative juices.
Perhaps it’s more about our perception around what being creative actually means? We can all be curious … and explore, and because of that capacity it stands to reason that we can all conjure concepts and ideas. We may not follow through with making them a reality … so maybe that’s what leads us to believe we’ve not got the capability?
What is it then, that can prevent our flow of thought and stop us in our tracks?
Posted on Thu, September 01, 2016 in General Leadership
If you’ve travelled through the clouds, you’ll no doubt be familiar with the safety instructions in the event of oxygen masks making an appearance mid-flight.
It’s an important metaphor for those who tend to run around taking care of everything and focusing on everyone else other than themselves.
Posted on Thu, July 14, 2016 in Coaching General Leadership Personal Development
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