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HAPPY Sunday, Achiever!
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Most leadership advice still emphasises that success begins by managing others more effectively. Most Leadership training teaches you what you should do.
Leadership that only focuses on others will eventually break you.
Take Rachel, a senior leader I recently worke...
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HAPPY Monday, Achiever!Â
What if resistance isn’t the problem—but a clue?
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It’s easy to write resistance off as stubbornness, defensiveness, or even laziness. But what if, instead of being a barrier, it’s actually a breadcrumb? A clue pointing us toward something deeper—a fear, a wound, a sto...
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It wasn’t the words that broke the trust.It was the look. The clipped tone. The quick interrupt.
In a leadership workshop last quarter, one of my clients—let’s call her Mia—finally voiced an idea she’d been sitting on for weeks. It wasn’t fully formed, but it was bol...
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We often assume that strategy is the key to success.
If we plan well, map out the objectives, set clear KPIs, and hold regular meetings, we’ll drive results. Right?
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We forget that even the most brilliant strategy will collapse under the weight of sile...
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This wasn’t defiance. It was fear.
Years ago, I had a team member who suddenly went quiet.
She was one of those people you could always count on—sharp, steady, calm in chaos. A safe pair of hands, especially in high-pressure situations. But partway through a particular...
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We pride ourselves on being good communicators.We nod at the right time. Maintain eye contact. Drop in an encouraging “mhmm.”
But there’s a difference between hearing words and holding space.And sometimes, the bravest thing someone will ever tell you is:
“I don’t feel...
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You’ve been told that great communication is about clarity.
Say what you mean.Be direct.Use the right words.
But here’s the truth:Even the clearest communication can fall flat when the nervous system of the person you're speaking to doesn’t feel safe.
If your message i...
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And How to Fix It
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When My Leadership Training Fell Flat
I remember the first time I attended a leadership development program. I was excited—this was supposed to be the training that would help me lead better, communicate more effectively, and navigate challenging co...
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A 5-Step Framework for Sustainable Success
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Burnout isn’t just a buzzword; it’s a genuine challenge that many of us face in the relentless pursuit of success. Whether you’re leading a team, running a business, or navigating demanding personal responsibilities, the wei...
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For so long leadership has long been defined by hierarchy, authority, and position. Titles and roles traditionally dictated influence, with power flowing from the top down. But the world is shifting. The rapid pace of change, the rise of diverse workforces, and the increasing importance of col...
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"It's not perfect..."
That's an internal voice I need to regulate EVERY day. Acknowledge it and receive it with compassion.
What it is really saying is you are not perfect.
Then the logical voice responds, 'yeah, and who is...stand down Perfectionist Polly"
There is a tug-of-war going on in my...
Let’s talk about trust. It’s the backbone of every great coaching relationship—and honestly, every meaningful conversation. Without trust, we can only scratch the surface. With it? We can dig deep, explore, and unlock incredible growth.
We often navigate conversations believing that basic communi...
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