A time for optimism
Yesterday’s announcement from No 10 that the final easing of lockdown will be delayed, is yet another setback on the UK’s path to freedom. After 15 months of restrictions, it’s not surprising that many people ...
5 storytelling techniques to help you win your customer’s hearts and minds
When it comes to selling, storytelling is an invaluable tool to help you influence your customers on an emotional and commercial level to say “yes”. Since the creation of language, stories have been at the ...
5 Ways to Lead with EQ in Challenging Times
According to a recent interview with Bill Gates, “The end will come for this pandemic” but not until 2022. With the prospect of another 12 months of ongoing uncertainty and heightened emotions, it’s never been ...
HOW TO MAKE AN IMPACT IN YOUR FIRST 100 DAYS
Today marks President Biden’s 100th day in office. Initially touted as a transitional president, he is now being viewed by many as transformative. During his first 100 days, he has signed 42 executive orders, delivered ...
International Women’s Day 2021 – How to develop a confident mindset and #ChooseToChallenge
When I heard that the theme of this year’s International Women’s Day was #ChooseToChallenge, I was immediately reminded of Amanda Gorman’s powerful rendition of her poem “The Hill We Climb” at Biden’s Inauguration Ceremony. Gorman ...
Collaboration in the time of COVID-19
One year on since the first COVID-19 cases were recorded in the UK, it’s hard not to reflect on the challenges and devastating effects of the past 12 months. One silver lining is undoubtedly the example ...
Why feedback is the breakfast of champions
As CEO of a leading commercial skills training and coaching company, I’m a big believer in practicing what we preach and using feedback to help us raise our game. As Bill Gates so wisely said, ...
New Year New You: Invest In Your Relationships And Make 2021 Your Best Year Yet!
January is the ideal time to take stock of your life and set new goals for the year ahead. Top of your list of New Year’s resolutions should be a pledge to dial up your ...
10 Ways To Be Emotionally Intelligent – Female First
Read more about how to live your life in a more emotionally intelligent way in our article in Female First
How To Negotiate With Your Boss
Whether you’re asking for a pay-rise, a deadline extension or extra resources for your project – negotiating with your boss can be daunting prospect. In fact, most people find negotiating internally far more challenging than ...