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Great leaders ask great questions (part 1)
Great Leaders ask great questions (part 1) This is the first of 3 posts that focus on the value of questions in being a great leader. In the first of the series, we explore the value of great questions to leaders. To tell or to ask? Too often we look to leaders and managers to […]
Communication breakdown
Have you had the situation where you have tried your best to communicate, but it has unexpectedly broken down? Often it is the assumptions and heuristics that people employ to try to improve their communication that gets in the way- and often are the reason that their communication efforts fail. Understanding communication as a process […]
The power of acceptance
There is a lot of value in adopting an attitude of ‘acceptance’ in the face of personal or professional challenge, but the concept of acceptance is filled with traps that can create deeper, long term problems and ensure people stay stuck. Positive acceptance is something that is a powerful step in moving forward (when done […]
Mindfulness as a path to better sleep
Having trouble sleeping? Is insomnia causing you problems? In recent years, there has been a huge amount of scientific research into the benefits of mindfulness, hypnosis and guided practice to many aspects of health and wellbeing, including Insomnia and sleep related issues. Being Mindful is being aware of the present moment and letting go of […]
how to gain from gratitude
Journaling can be a profound and reflective experience. There are many ways to journal, including ‘gratitude’ journals where you list 3 (or more) things each day you are grateful for. One issue that I have with these types of journals is the focus on externalities (things that happen to you) rather than internal achievements. Often, […]
Mindset or stuck mind?
Accessing a high quality mindset: A mindset can be regarded as a set of principles and values that we invoke when we face challenges. A high quality mindset is built on principles encourage curiosity and exploration. It often values collaboration over competition and abundance over scarcity. It allows us to access the best skills and […]