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The tide is slowly turning around to the notion that leadership is something that everyone has the capacity and skill set to do.  They might not have the language of leadership or some of many great tools and practical models that support leaders to think strategically, support operationally and inspire at every level; but many […]

1. Scale it up – when someone is agreeing or thinking about agreeing to do something, ask them on a scale from 1 to 10 how committed they are.   Follow it up by asking what would need to happen / change for them to get a slightly higher score.  If you have even more time, ask […]

When I was at high school, I was a member of the girls’ rounders team.  Not unusual in any way, except for the fact I was quite simply rubbish at it.  I couldn’t catch properly, as that meant keeping my eyes open and not ducking, and, I couldn’t do an over-arm throw that would go […]

Again this year I am delighted to be taking part in the International Coaching Federation’s (ICF) International Coaching Week.  This is an opportunity for anyone who is curious about coaching to experience it first hand. Myself and fellow Co-Active Coach, Gwynneth Rees Kenny will be hosting a lunch time conversation around how managers have coach-like […]

As you get ready for the start of a New Year, just about half of you will be thinking about setting some New Year resolutions.  To help you get past the first few weeks and month, here are our Ten Top Tips for keeping your resolutions alive. 1. Write it down – you’re 80% more likely […]