mindset

During a conversation with my brother-in-law in late June last year, just after he had found out that I was about to change careers and move into coaching, he asked me,  “So what are you going to do?” He then proceeded to reel off a list of things that I hadn’t even considered, such as delivering…

Small businesses are the lifeblood of economies worldwide, fostering innovation, creating jobs, and driving local prosperity. However, in the current macroeconomic climate, they face an array of significant challenges that can threaten their very survival. From soaring inflation and labour shortages to restricted access to finance and shifting consumer behaviour, the landscape is treacherous. In…

When you picture a leadership coach, you might envision a senior (and potentially weary looking) executive in a plush office, strategizing with a seasoned consultant. The perception persists that leadership coaching is a luxury reserved for the upper echelons of corporate giants. However, the truth is far more inclusive. Leadership coaching is a powerful tool…

This morning, I was reminded of a simple but powerful truth about leadership—and it came from an unexpected source: my nine-year-old daughter. Just the night before, she was cartwheeling around the living room, full of energy and joy. But by morning, she’d woken up with a cough and a heavy dose of self-pity. For a…