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In a world brimming with change, the true constant is our capacity to grow. A growth mindset isn’t just an academic concept; it’s a way of life that champions the idea that we can all expand our abilities and intelligence through dedication and hard work. The Foundation of Growth At the core of a growth…
When we talk about cultivating a growth mindset, we’re not just engaging in self-help speak; we’re joining a movement championed by some of the most influential thinkers and leaders of our time. This week, we shine a light on the figures who have not only talked about but personified the growth mindset in every aspect…
Embarking on a different way of leading is a bit like setting off on an exciting but unknown path. Each interaction, decision, and every connection we make is a step that takes us closer to the heart of what empathetic leadership really means. Our presence and curiosity are the flashlights showing us the way, while…
“It is impossible to live without failing at something unless you live so cautiously that you might as well not have lived at all, in which case you have failed by default.” ― J.K. Rowling Deep down, we all know that for us to be successful in this the post-pandemic age of automation we need…
How about this for a shocking statistic? In a poll of 3,500 UK professionals conducted by City and Guilds, 73% said they had poor leadership during the pandemic and a lack of good soft skills was the main culprit. For example, leaders were lacking in empathy; they didn’t listen, and they had very little connection…
Let’s be honest, right now we probably wish we could close our eyes make a wish and wake up on a beautiful April spring day with no restrictions, children playing in the school playground and no more trying to make ourselves understood through a mask! Right now, I have never been so unsure about the…
Every New Year’s Eve, as the clock strikes 12, my husband always says to me “This is the year Deb, I can feel it!”. We have been married 30 years so this is now a standing joke and especially this year, after everything that has happened in 2020. But this got me thinking, maybe despite…
Are we human or are we dancer? “Are we human or are we dancer?” is a song by the killers released over 10 years ago with a controversial lyric, which apparently upset a lot of people at the time, why? Because of the grammar. However, the title is based on a quote by an American…
“Judge me by the people I avoid” – Thinking Humanity During the whole Corona Virus months, I don’t know about you but I felt it was time to stop and think about my life and what is important to me. I realised the people I spend time with can have a huge effect on my…
Collaboration sounds simple in theory. Bring talented people together, give them a shared goal and watch great things happen. In reality, collaboration is often where frustration begins. One person wants detailed plans. Another prefers flexibility. One team member values structure and deadlines. Another thrives on spontaneity and adapting as situations change. Neither approach is necessarily…
