How to choose an executive coach in the UK: a practical guide
There are now many people offering executive coaching in the UK with widely varying levels of experience, training and approach. This practical guide covers what qualifications to look for, how to assess chemistry and fit, the right questions to ask before you commit, and the red flags that should give you pause.
How to Choose a Strategy Facilitator: what to look for and what to ask
Choosing the right facilitator for your strategy off-site is one of the most important decisions in the planning process. This practical guide covers what to look for, the six qualities that distinguish a great strategy facilitator, the questions to ask before you commit — and the red flags that should give you pause.
Is leadership development worth the investment?
What is the ROI of Leadership Development? Leadership and management training may seem like a luxury your business can ill afford right now, but arguably it’s more vital than ever. Investing in leaders’ development is essential to unlocking the full potential of teams, increasing productivity, boosting retention, and building a successful business. Yet, investing time and money in leadership training often raises the question: Is it worth it?
Why use an external facilitator for a strategy off-site or away day?
Strategy days are an opportunity for leadership teams to step back, reflect and decide where the organisation should focus next. But running these sessions well requires more than a good agenda.
This practical guide explains why many organisations bring in an external facilitator and how the right facilitation can lead to clearer decisions, stronger alignment and more effective strategy sessions.
How to clarify leadership roles and responsibilities
How to clarify leadership team roles and responsibilities as your business grows or goes through change.
This practical guide explains why roles become unclear over time and offers simple steps leadership teams can take to reset ownership, decision-making and accountability.
Why good strategy fails: the culture gap
Why do good strategies fail even when the plan is clear? Often the issue isn’t the strategy itself but the way leadership teams work together. This guide explores the gap between strategy and culture, how to spot it in your organisation, and practical steps leaders can take to strengthen accountability, decision-making and progress.
Strategy review: a practical guide to keeping your plan on track
As leaders, we don’t make enough time to work strategically on the business, as opposed to in it.
This practical guide offers a way to review your strategy and plan as the year progresses, strengthen alignment and ensure your priorities remain relevant and focused.
A coaching approach to management: a practical guide
A practical guide to using a coaching approach as a manager. Learn how to ask better questions, run effective one-to-ones and build confidence, ownership and performance in your team.
From manager to leader: a practical guide for new leaders
Stepping into leadership can feel uncomfortable, isolating and unclear, especially when no one shows you how. This article explores the real challenges new managers face, and how to navigate them with confidence.
Culture and employee experience in 2026 - what to focus on
Workplace culture and employee experience are under more pressure than ever. Hybrid working, ongoing change and rising stress levels mean culture can no longer be left to chance. This article explores what leaders need to focus on now to intentionally shape culture, support wellbeing and create environments where people can genuinely do their best work in 2026.