When I became the manager of a team of contract lawyers at a UK retail bank, I was completely unprepared for my new role. I only had a vague idea of what was required of me, and no clue about the difference between people management and leadership. I eventually got the hang of it, but would … [Read more...]
Continue ReadingAre you comfortable in the discomfort of your job?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-sS40siMRmQ This video will be of interest to anybody who considers changing their job or career but is reluctant to give up the perceived safety and comfort in their current job. ...but are your really safe and comfortable? Does its just feel "safe" … [Read more...]
Continue ReadingWhy you procrastinate and how to stop it
Ever beat yourself up for putting off all those things on your eternal never ending to-do list? Maybe writing that report, reading those industry updates, having that difficult conversation, mowing the lawn or calling your mother? You are not alone! It’s called “procrastination” - … [Read more...]
Continue ReadingDemonstration: How to Prevent Burn Out
If you consistently spend more energy than you have available, and you do not take care of replenishing your resources, you will burn out sooner or later. This is serious stuff, which can result in depression and illness. I know all about this because I burned out when I was working in banking. I … [Read more...]
Continue ReadingWhat does it take to be a leader?
In this short video, I talk about the 3 key elements that make a leader: 1. Creating a vision 2. Creating a strategy 3. Creating momentum Everybody can be a leader, whether you are in a formal leadership position or … [Read more...]
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