Time to use the F-word more at work?
No, not that F-word, I’m talking about feelings. How we feel is a huge part of how we handle change. And, as we are all experiencing, change is uncertain, it’s everywhere, and it’s speeding up. We are emotional beings, yet there is still a huge bias towards using only rational approaches to manage organisational change. […]
How are you going to get through this?
Only 77 days left… How on earth will you get through this? Well, for most people, it’s probably less than 50 days, depending which country you are in, how many days you work each week and how much holiday you are planning to take. That’s not a lot of working days left in this year. […]
What if you were both a steak AND a sizzle guy?”
Metaphors are a powerful tool in coaching sessions. I’ve been working with a senior Managing Director client in an international technology consultancy for the past few months as part of an intensive coaching programme. One of his goals was to feel more confident speaking up and increasing his impact, particularly when in a room with […]
How understanding our emotions changes the way we feel
It’s amazing how identifying your emotions can transform the way you see things. Because I’ll be honest with you, running your own small business at times is bloody hard. At its best, it’s amazing. I love the variety of work and feel lucky to work with brilliant clients. But every once in a while things […]
Listening, finding your passion and feeling inspired
Last week, I was in the French Alps with my son, Reece Mathieson. Just the two of us, enjoying time on the slopes, something we both love. We had a blast – the snow was good, the sun came out and we had some great laughs. Particularly my slow-speed comedy topple into deep powder just […]
Cultivating a “Number One” Mindset: A Winning Leadership Approach to Drive Success
In a number of recent coaching conversations with clients, I have helped them to explore the notion of a “Number One” mindset and how it could hold the key to unlocking different thinking, new behaviours and exceptional results. The backdrop to this is that almost every client I coach or advise is struggling right now […]
People. Change. Systems. Or they don’t… Are you making the most of all three to unleash your team and transform your organisation?
Organisational transformation is often a formidable challenge, typically met with resistance and scepticism. However, by understanding and leveraging the interplay between people, change and systems, leaders can increase the chances of navigating transformation successfully. Let’s start here: every organisation is a web of interconnected relationship systems. Teams are systems, made up of both individual team […]
Leaders: Stop Trying to ‘Drive’ Organisational Change – There Is a Better Way (Clue: Change is a Team Sport)
You are operating in the realm of organisational change, where the key to success lies within your own workforce. As a business leader in today’s organisations, you are under pressure to accelerate transformation. You know and understand the critical role colleagues play in driving sustainable change. But you just can’t get people to change fast […]
Unleashing the Power of Neuroscience for Successful Change
In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, organisations must adapt to change to stay competitive and thrive. However, driving successful culture change can be a complex and daunting task. Fortunately, recent advancements in neuroscience have shed light on the inner workings of the human brain and how it responds to change. By leveraging this knowledge, organisations […]
Unlocking Change: Understanding Immunity to Change
Change is an inevitable and often challenging aspect of personal and professional life. However, despite our best intentions, individuals, teams, and organisations frequently encounter resistance to change. One study showed that when doctors tell heart patients they will die if they don’t change their habits, only one in seven will be able to follow through successfully. […]
