Is your leadership or management training really working, or just ticking a box?

Before you invest in another leadership or management programme, ask these 10 essential questions. This practical guide helps you plan training that’s aligned with your strategy, culture and values and genuinely builds confidence, connection and skills in your people to drive lasting behavioural change.

Life is pressured, business is tough and people are worn out - are you?

We may feel we’re just trying to get through one day at a time, and in our teams we may have noticed people becoming less productive, reduced engagement and motivation and even more sick days and quiet quitting.

This article is about practical tools to help you manage pressure before it becomes stress, to build resilience in small, sustainable ways, and to lead with empathy, clarity, and care.

What can a Greek philosopher possibly have to help today's business leaders and founders? Just a few things in fact: Curiosity, bravery, the willingness to grasp change and pick yourself up when things go wrong or when you feel stuck.

Here we explore what Socrates can teach us about luck versus bravery, creating our own opportunities and being a brave leader.

Trust is the glue that holds businesses together. When trust is high, people feel safe to take risks, express themselves freely, and innovate. In fast-paced, high-growth businesses, trust keeps teams focused and cohesive through rapid change and uncertainty.

We explore why trust matters and how to build and maintain it as you grow.

What will be the most important leadership trends and priorities in 2025?

As 2025 gathers pace, global economic uncertainty, rapid advancements in AI, and evolving workforce expectations are transforming leadership. The challenge? Harnessing these opportunities while staying human-focused.

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?

The end of the year is a powerful moment to pause, reflect, and realign. It’s time to assess the past 12 months and plan for growth in the year ahead. A good way to do this is reflective goal-setting - a powerful approach to enhancing clarity, motivation, and success. This guide combines the latest research on goal-setting and practical tips for both businesses and individuals.

Leadership isn’t about doing everything—it’s about creating an environment where everyone can succeed. And at the heart of this is alignment with strategic objectives - suring leaders and teams are focused on the right KPIS and metrics.

When I first started managing a team I was about 25 and working in a fast-growing start-up. Most of the team were hardly a year younger than me - some were older. It was daunting!

I wanted the team to exceed expectations but I also wanted to be liked. It was hard to balance.

Fast forward to today, and I’ve led teams through challenging times, and built relationships that have stood the test of time. The difference? I’ve learned that leadership isn’t about perfection—it’s about growth, self-awareness, and effective communication. And, most importantly, it's about emotional intelligence.

Many years ago, I found myself in a business where the culture of the team I was working with was slowly deteriorating. We were delivering our projects and clients were satisfied, but the energy and motivation were low and getting lower.

That’s when it hit me that if you don’t intentionally shape your culture, it will form by accident—and often not in the way you want.

As leaders, we set the tone for everything in our organizations. Culture, engagement, feedback, and conflict resolution don’t just happen—they need to be nurtured and intentionally built...

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