“Things are really tough at the moment, but I’m just staying focused and getting things done.” How many times have you said this phrase? Gradually developing tunnel vision so that you can get to the end of something that feels imp
When you find yourself wanting to respond to an email with one of these 🙃 🤬 💩 instead of 👍… I was working recently with one of my longest-standing clients, a COO in the insurance sector and someone genuinely at the top of his game. We we
I hope you’ve all had a lovely weekend in the sunshine. ☀️ As we head into a new week, I’ve been thinking about something simple but important: where do your moments of joy come from at work? Life can’t always feel like a bank hol
It’s been interesting this week. A number of clients I’ve worked with have raised the same question in different ways:“Is the way I’m working actually sustainable?” The work itself was very different across each person
A brilliant day in Leeds working alongside Tom Shaw and Rob Newton, sharing the learning from our two-year project: Leading SEL – Strengthening Social and Emotional Learning in Schools in Leeds with colleagues from across the Leeds local author
Today was an absolute joy. I had the privilege of delivering a group coaching session to the incredible Admiral Nursing team in Wakefield. These women do truly remarkable work—supporting carers of those living with dementia and walking alongsi
Helping education leaders thrive Such a brilliant day at Carr Manor Community Hub 💛 I had the pleasure of co-facilitating today’s session alongside Kim for the Leeds Learning Alliance, welcoming nursery colleagues from across the network fo
Endurance in leadership isn’t something you stumble into — it’s something you train for. Think about events like an Ironman Triathlon or HYROX. Success doesn’t come from one type of strength alone. It requires a blend of skil
Well… in fact it kind of is, but it leaves you worse off long term! This week, I’ve been reflecting on the power of micro changes. Leadership is complex. There’s always so much to do, and when things feel off-track, it’s e
There are days in every job where things feel heavy. Sometimes those days stack into weeks… even months… and it can start to feel like change is impossible. As a coach, I don’t have a magic wand… but here’s the good