Why it’s a good idea to hit pause and ask some key questions

Forty percent of employees in a McKinsey survey say they are at least somewhat likely to quit in the next three to six months. Eighteen percent of the respondents said their intentions range from likely to almost certain.  McKinsey outlined these findings in the article, ‘Great Attrition’ or ‘Great Attraction’? The choice is yours. The … Read more

How learning and growing can help us find satisfaction and fulfilment

Karen lacked satisfaction and fulfilment in her job. She was enduring the grind of non-stop meetings and 24/7 digital connection. If something did not give, she risked burning out. She told herself she did not have what it takes to be a leader. But it disappointed her to accept less than what she knew she … Read more

Take your attention off yourself; it is a valuable practice

In my early career, I lived in mortal dread of giving a formal presentation. If my nervousness got the better of me, I could make a fool of myself, I thought. And then the worst happened. I was in the middle of a talk when I went blank. I forgot what I had said before … Read more

How having a sense of purpose is key to a positive culture

Leaders say maintaining a positive culture is their highest priority with working from home or in a hybrid model. That is the key finding from my poll about the main challenge leaders face at the moment. Creating a positive culture is not just a feel-good thing, though. Research suggests employee wellbeing is linked with a positive … Read more

How do you spend your time when you are working from home?

A common refrain, especially from those of us working from home in lockdown, is how fast the time flies. Days blur into weeks and months. The end of the year is fast approaching. Or maybe the time drags for you based at home or working in a hybrid model. It is like Groundhog Day, where … Read more