You know that feeling when your phone buzzes and you see it’s that team member who always wants “just a quick chat”? And your first thought is “Oh god, what now?” Or when someone knocks on your office door and asks if you’ve got “five minutes” – knowing full well it’s never actually five minutes? … Read more
Hi, I’m Nicola from the People Mentor. Let’s talk about one of the most awkward situations you face as a senior manager when employees come to you complaining about their boss. I know this one inside and out because I’ve been on both sides of it. I’ve had people come crying to me about their … Read more
Conversation Handling Coaching Courses Boston, Linconshire Nicola Richardson | Leadership Conversations & Coaching Specialist Helping organisations grow stronger leaders who communicate clearly, handle conflict well, and inspire teams, month after month. Book a no obligation call What if every leader in your Lincolnshire organisation could handle tough conversations with calm authority, turning them into moments … Read more
Did you know that according to Gallup’s State of the Global Workplace report, one disengaged employee can reduce team productivity by up to 40%? And sometimes, that disengagement shows up as something we might not even recognise as a problem at first Have you ever walked into work, said “Morning,” and been met with silence? … Read more
Hi, I’m Nicola from The People Mentor. I’m here to help you lead your team with clarity, confidence, and care—even when things feel properly messy. And today, I want to talk about something that most leaders don’t even realise they’re doing… Letting their inner critic completely hijack their energy and sabotage their conversations before they’ve … Read more
