If there’s one thing I’ve learned throughout my career, it’s that leadership is about people and relationships. No matter how strategic your goals are, the success of your team depends on how well you connect, understand, and support those you lead. Right now, I’m in Bali, where I’ve chosen to experiment with living and working
When Did Emotions Become the Enemy in Leadership? In today’s fast-paced corporate world, something strange happens when people step into leadership roles: emotions suddenly become the enemy. Leaders, who once expressed their feelings freely, feel pressured to hide their emotions and avoid emotional conversations, fearing vulnerability might undermine their authority or control. But this couldn’t
Defensiveness can quickly derail communication and block collaboration. It’s a common reaction, but one that often limits growth. When someone feels criticised or misunderstood, they can easily become defensive. But why does this happen? More importantly, how can leaders help their teams develop self-awareness, make better choices, and create healthier work environments? The answer lies
People don’t leave jobs; they leave bosses. Research consistently shows that poor leadership is a significant reason for employee turnover, and a bad manager can outweigh even the best benefits, pay, or work conditions. The Statistics Speak for Themselves The numbers tell a clear story: leadership matters. According to Gallup, 70% of the variance in
As a senior leader, you’re often faced with a tough reality: your management team is not performing at the level you need, your people are disengaged, and you’re under pressure to drive results. I’ve been there. At one point in my leadership journey, I was responsible for leading a team of 450 people across three
Monday Morning: The Crisis Begins It was a typical Monday morning. I strolled into the office, armed with my usual cup of coffee, ready to tackle a day of HR happiness and prepping for our weekly team meeting. Little did I know, chaos was already brewing. As soon as I sat down, my phone buzzed
