Build a more civilised workplace

Build a more civilised workplace

by | Apr 8, 2015 | Leadership

In a 2007 article, The McKinsey Quarterly used the following example to make the point that nasty people don’t just make others feel miserable; they create economic problems for their companies: “Lars Dalgaard is CEO and cofounder of SuccessFactors, one of the world’s...
Effective leadership flows from inside out

Effective leadership flows from inside out

by | Mar 25, 2015 | Leadership

Here’s a thought-provoking piece from Brian Bacon, Chairman & Founder of the Oxford Leadership Academy: Performance is external. Fulfilment is internal. Performance comes from achievement of something beyond yourself, whilst fulfilment emerges and grows from...
Can leadership be learned?

Can leadership be learned?

by | Mar 20, 2015 | Leadership

Yes it can! We have the ability to develop leadership skills that can help us live a more fulfilling and meaningful life. While having a mentor or coach is helpful, with the right guidance and resources we can teach ourselves to become effective leaders in the area...
Why you shouldn’t rescue people

Why you shouldn’t rescue people

by | Mar 18, 2015 | Leadership

Once upon a time there was a young girl called Cinderella, who was beautiful, kind and clearly had lots of potential. Sadly for Cinderella she also had the misfortune to live with a wicked stepmother who made her do lots of dreary chores around the house. The story...