The Overlooked Secret to Employee Engagement -Why It’s Not About Pizza Fridays

Is your team genuinely engaged or simply going through the motions? Many leaders mistake activity for engagement. A busy team isn’t always a connected team. And while pizza Fridays and wellbeing webinars have their place, they’re not the answer to long-term engagement. Post-pandemic workplaces are quieter in some ways. But under the surface, there’s a … Read more

Avoiding That Difficult Conversation? Here’s What It’s Really Costing You

In this podcast interview with Andrew Kirkley, I share how to handle uncomfortable conversations without fear, stress, or fallout. From proven models to simple mindset shifts, this episode gives you the tools to deal with what most people avoid. This is perfect for leaders, managers, and anyone who’s had that conversation circling in their head … Read more

5 Ways to Lose Weight Even When You Sit at a Desk All Day

I know for many leaders and managers, it can be difficult to put your health first when you’re constantly looking after others. Long hours of sitting often lead to reduced physical activity, which can contribute to weight gain, muscle stiffness, and other health issues like poor posture and back pain. The demands of a busy … Read more

My Leadership Journey with Debra Blackman

  I’m thrilled to share my recent interview with Debra Blackman! We discuss my journey from helping in my family’s tearoom at 17 to becoming a corporate leader and founder of The People Mentor. In this heartwarming chat, I open up about: Navigating male-dominated industries Overcoming a heart attack Lessons in leadership and team building … Read more

How leadership and management styles impact significantly on SME’s

Now more than ever, we need to understand the impact of leadership and management on the workforce.  UK productivity has dropped from the second fastest in the G7 to the second slowest. (Source: UK Commission for Employment and Skills) £19 billion is the cost of poor management and leadership to the UK economy through lower … Read more