In today's fast-paced and competitive business landscape, companies need not only smart strategies to gain a competitive edge but also agility to adapt these strategies as market conditions shift. This requires acting as a cohesive unit with the impact of thousands. Achieving this level of strategic agility hinges on...
We use a variety of models in our learning & development such as Growth Mindset and Strengths Theory. Here's how they align and where they differ: Growth Mindset (Carol Dweck) The core idea is that people can develop their abilities, intelligence, and talent through effort, learning and perseverance. Success is not static...
Salesforce, a global leader in customer relationship management (CRM) software, is widely recognised for its commitment to conscious leadership. This article explores how Salesforce integrates ethical values and social responsibility into its business strategy, fostering a corporate culture that prioritises stakeholder wellbeing, environmental sustainability, and social impact. Through insights...
As part of our “Conscious Leadership in Action” series, this article examines how Patagonia, under the leadership of its founder Yvon Chouinard, has successfully prioritises ethical business practices and a remarkably conscious approach. Patagonia is not your average company! In 2017 they gave away a $10 million tax cut. The CEO...
As part of our “Conscious Leadership in Action” series, this article examines how Unilever, under the leadership of former CEO Paul Polman, successfully transformed its strategy execution by embedding conscious leadership principles into its business operations.
In an era where leadership is increasingly defined by empathy, ethics and mindfulness our "Conscious Leadership in Action" series serves as a vital resource for forward-thinking leaders who wish to drive meaningful change in their organisations. This series will explore how conscious leadership principles can be applied practically to not...
When it comes to motivation, there isn’t a single lever you can pull that works for everyone. Motivation is unique and dynamic within each person. Additionally, things we consider strong motivators (like money) may not work as well as we think.
Self-promotion is not a dirty word - The Instagram Influencers posting a beautifully lit selfie every two minutes and TikTok stars having their videos watched hundreds of thousands of times, make self-promotion look like the most natural thing in the world these days. Yet the mere idea of putting...
Putting guilt under the microscope for managers - How the pandemic gave us an alarm to wake us up from the excessive guilt coma! In 2020, I was asked to deliver an interactive speech for leaders working in an organisation trying to cope with the pandemic. The senior manager was...
Empathy Is The Most Important Leadership Skill According To Research - Empathy has always been a critical skill for leaders, but it is taking on a new level of meaning and priority. Far from a soft approach it can drive significant business results. You always knew demonstrating empathy is positive...