As we navigated the later weeks of the first UK lockdown a few years ago, after enduring significant restrictions, a small sense of choice returned when we were allowed more freedom to exercise and connect with others outdoors. Many found themselves not working, whether due to furlough or job loss.…
Harness the power of effective conversations to drive innovation, build strong relationships, and lead with integrity in higher education.
Here's an updated extract from my book; The Really Resilient Guide by me, Andry McFarlane, discussing what resilience is: "When I’ve looked at resilience in popular culture, it appears heroic, like climbing Mount Everest against all the odds. For most of us, real- life resilience isn’t quite as dramatic.…
Heads of People and Culture will know best that HR impacts almost everyone in organisations, affecting most staff, culture, our wellbeing, resilience and daily work every day. Prisca Brosi makes the case for how central HR is. Excellent article based on her mock lecture here.
These last two weeks I’ve been UN Women UK delegate at the UN #CSW68. I didn’t know what to expect. But I’m so glad I took part. I recommend you do as well, next year, if you care about global equality for women. There were some insightful moments at official,…
Where there is a lack of care in coaching, the impact can be an unsuccessful relationship, in which change doesn't happen for the coachee. This blog post addresses what care looks like in coaching from both the coachee’s and the coach’s perspective. It also provides care tips for the coach…
Team coaching, ‘solutions circles’ or ‘case clinics’ are a cost-effective organisational coaching approach. They empower your groups and teams to discover solutions, foster innovation, improve communication, and enhance overall teamwork. In this post - based on my experience of leading dozens of team coaching events - I’ll share four top…
Can we succeed at a demanding job while staying balanced? Yes. Here are 6 tips that have actually enabled that to happen! You only have a limited amount of time and energy each day, so you’ve got to set boundaries and stick to them. Easily said and harder to do, I know. But…
Research shows that resilience is undoubtedly strengthened by networks of people that you trust and can connect with. This sustains you through difficult times. A strong work network, for example, offers you opportunities to ask other people for guidance, tap into resources and find others with the right services that you…
This month I’ve been reflecting on what are the questions and processes that we can use to gather feedback from coachees. What kind of feedback are we looking for? I’m seeking both how the coachee is learning and progressing (reflection on progress) and how is the way that I am working…