If succession planning is ignored or poorly executed, the implications are substantial and potentially catastrophic. So why is it a blind spot for so many organisations? Often, leaders don’t know where to start, so if you want it to move up your list of leadership priorities, then here are five factors to consider for succession planning
Read MoreMost leaders I come across are so busy trying to build their own levels of confidence that they neglect to focus on building confidence in others.
People feel confident when they feel supported and empowered and have “mastery” in their day-to-day work. So, as a leader of a team or an organisation, how can you ensure these three things are in place to underpin a confident team?
Read MoreIt is possible to reset relationships after being promoted to the same grade as your boss. Planning early is key to ensuring you can transition into a new role with conviction, full of belief in your value. Executive coaching can also help
Read MoreHigh-quality conversations build trust and foster meaningful connections. The key skills required for high-quality conversations are active listening, effective questioning, and overcoming assumptions. Not every conversation needs to be high-quality but putting these skills into practice will help build empathy and drive progress.
Read MoreIf you're in a senior leadership position, chances are you're holding two roles in tension at any one point: your role as a head of department or function and your role as a member of the senior leadership team. Plus, there may be some side roles on top, such as sponsoring an employee group, acting as a mentor or internal coach, or leading a strategic project. So, how do you succeed in multiple roles at work?
Are you familiar with the three stages of leadership? A “one time and done” approach doesn’t work with leadership development, so determining the stage your employees are at and the leadership challenges they face is key. Get it right, though, and leadership coaching can have a profound multiplier effect on your organisation.
Tips on improving resilience and the ability to bounce back after a setback abound online. To enhance our resilience, we need to know ourselves better and find our most effective energy sources. Replenishing these energy resources doesn't have to be time-consuming, but knowing who we are and what helps us to be resilient leaders is well worth the investment.
If you’re looking to increase your confidence levels, then you may be looking at things the wrong way. For lasting results, you need to focus on overcoming the self-doubt that’s getting in the way of feeling confident in your role
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