What’s your brand?

What’s your brand? Whether we like it or not we all have a brand. We all present in a particular way and leave an immediate impression on those around us.  Even though few of us are marketeers, how we are perceived internally and externally as leaders is...

Manager, mentor or coach?

Manager, mentor or coach? Some of us are naturally quite authoritarian leaders; others operate more comfortably as a mentor or a coach. Being aware of where you sit on this continuum, and being able to move between these styles, will help you become more effective....

The power of self reflection

The power of self reflection There is little doubt that the modern manager is paid for action, and success is measured by the consequences of those actions. However, what actions should a leader take in times of extreme uncertainty? Often there is no right answer,...

The Leader Compass

The Leader Compass One of the questions I’m often asked in the coaching room is “which leadership model shall I use?” Tough question; there are so many different models out there, a whole industry in fact, so being able to pick out and recommend the right...