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What makes a great leader?
A non-profit coaching client asked me recently to recommend my all-time favourite book on charity leadership. She’s starting a new role and keen to...
Not feeling the ‘back to school’ vibe? Me neither!
I’ve just returned to my office after my much anticipated ‘Space’ month My plan was to take four whole weeks to recharge my batteries, relax and...
Feeling guilty about taking a holiday? Please don’t
A few years ago. I emailed an apology to a coaching client saying that I couldn’t start work with her just yet, because I was off on holiday. She is...
Five tell-tale signs you have a trust problem
Trust at work is like the toffee in a Toffee Crisp. Don’t you just love that image? The fabulous non-profit leaders in my Sweet Spot Inner Circle...
Get connected: the joy of peer support
I’ve just come off a Zoom call with a very tired and jaded non-profit Director. It’s been a tough year and she’s clearly had enough. I see her...
The pleasures and pitfalls of coming out of lockdown – 7 ways to do it
Are you celebrating the latest liberation as the UK is coming out of lockdown? Or concerned that ‘getting back to normal’ might be anything but?...
People matter: 3 things the pandemic taught me (again)
I’ve had some wonderful conversations lately. Conversations with inspiring, wise and talented leaders in the non-profit sector who I’m lucky enough...
When love is the answer (a lesson)
I recently had a massive wake-up call. It both shocked and challenged me. But it also gave me more learning in how I can best support our amazing...
Five ways to “fake it ‘til you make it’’
Giving a tricky presentation to your Board. Being interviewed on the radio about CEO pay or workplace culture. Your first day back in the office...
Is it okay to ‘fake it ’til you make it’? Sometimes
There’s a big meeting coming up any minute. You’ve led loads of important meetings - but this really is the one. The one that matters. This is when...
Does setting resolutions feel all wrong? Try this instead
You did it! Before we do anything else, I want you to take a moment and give yourself a huge pat on the back for getting through the last year. Woo...
Five more ways not to hit peak freak-out
Hurrah! Christmas arrangements are clear(ish) at last and I seem to have convinced my teenagers that the three-household bubble really doesn’t mean...