Leadership coaching has always been more than a job to me — it’s a privilege and an honour. My journey towards leadership coaching didn’t just happen overnight. It was shaped by experiences, mentors, and an unwavering desire to help others find the best within themselves. Today, as an...
CMI Chartered Manager is the highest status that can be achieved by UK professionals in the management and leadership profession. Leaders who attain this status demonstrate a commitment to excellence, ethical standards, and continuous professional development. What is CMI Chartered Manager status? Chartered status recognises people with exceptional...
The importance of leaders Leadership skills are essential in various aspects of life, from personal development to professional environments and community engagement. Understanding the nuances of leadership can significantly impact our effectiveness and influence. This article delves into the concept of leadership, its importance in personal...
Accidental managers are becoming increasingly common in the workplace. In fact, 82% of people entering management positions, for the first time, have not had any formal management and leadership training. When people are growing up, becoming a manager isn't usually their first choice as a career. While...
How can I overcome this imposter syndrome? Here we go again. Take a nice deep breath. You have done this thousands of times before. For over 25 years, I have made a career out of standing up in front of large crowds of people to deliver...
A career in leadership sometimes requires a leap of faith. To dive in at the deep end. Excuse me. Where are those arm bands? An honest admission: I’m not the strongest swimmer. It is safe to say that Michael Phelps has nothing to fear when I jump...
The UK Apprenticeship Levy can help businesses of all different sizes to access affordable apprenticeship training. Every organisation wants to keep their most talented people. The prospect of losing your most gifted employees to a competitor is every leader's worst nightmare. So, how do you ensure that...
A UK business leader has encouraged others to follow in his footsteps, this National Apprenticeship Week, by pursuing a leadership apprenticeship. Christian McBride founded Genuine Solutions Group over twenty years ago, successfully growing his eco-conscious telecoms company from four employees to over one hundred people. The company...
During my coaching career, I have always worn a shirt and tie to work. Every day. Every session. With no exceptions. Over time, this attire has become part of my 'coaching identity'. Some of the leaders I have supported have even thanked me for 'making the...
It is a vivid moment in my life that I can still remember like it was yesterday. The first time that I was fortunate to hear that famous speech - ‘I have a dream’ by Martin Luther King Jr. As a teenager (which feels an awfully...