Too often, when something goes wrong, the blame is placed squarely on an individual rather than on the system or process that contributed to the failure. This approach forgets that most failures are systemic and, as I am learning, there are almost always multiple warning signs. As someone who loves podcasts, reading, and social media
This was the simple yet insightful observation from our nine-year-old. And I loved it as the perfect metaphor for explaining communication styles. From one perspective, it’s a lovely way of saying she prefers reading while I like writing. But it also describes how we engage, express our thoughts, and connect with others. A “bookworm” thrives
There are few problems in the workplace that are truly insurmountable – this one of my core beliefs. I always thought that with perspective and creativity, almost anything can be solved. That was until I met our kitchen (which is now qualifies as a work problem – it is the office canteen). Despite a weekend
November is the perfect month to analyse and plan content for the year ahead. It’s a bit like budgeting—the more time you invest in the setup, the easier it becomes and the bigger the return. Organising now means avoiding the stress of last-minute content creation and ensuring you share consistent, purposeful posts that resonate with
Halloween special! Every June and December, stories abound of employees being made redundant with little or no warning. These individuals often have no opportunity to say farewell to colleagues, no recognition for their contributions (sometimes spanning over a decade), and no well-wishes from management for their future endeavours. The abruptness can feel like ghosting –
Here are some buzzwords. Can you spot the sector that uses them most commonly? They were all words most frequently used in the military, fashion or politics. Most commonly known as jargon, they are terms that are increasingly creeping into everyday language. It makes sense that different sectors use specific language to achieve precision or
On our recent family holiday, our nine-year-old daughter met another girl her age. Although they were from different countries and didn’t share a common language, that didn’t stop them from connecting. They spent time laughing, showing each other things that fascinated them, and enjoying a temporary friendship. It reminded me how naturally children break down
It was a busy week for our household when Miss Nine reminded her parents of valuable lesson. She asked for a playdate, but her friends were busy. She asked us to set aside what we were doing, and we didn’t. Predictably, she asked for the iPad and was told no. So, she was bored. I
There are dealbreakers, boundaries and saying no is important. We know this. So why do we still struggle – particularly when dealing with senior colleagues? When a work relationship becomes strained, our instinct can be to log onto job sites or adopt a silent approach. There is a better way: repair. Repairing a work relationship
Today’s successful leaders recognise the importance of adopting and being empowered by a multidisciplinary approach. Excelling in just one area is no longer enough—leaders who pave the way forward are those who also have strong interpersonal skills and public relations (PR) knowledge. These skills can help leaders better navigate the challenges, ensure consistent communication, and