Ever caught yourself stuck in a thought loop that just wouldn’t quit? You’re not alone. I’ve just finished Joseph Nguyen’s fascinating book “Don’t Believe Everything You Think,” and I can’t stop thinking about how it’s changed my perspective on, well… thinking itself. As someone who works with training providers and leaders daily, I found myself […]
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8 Leadership Lessons from Atomic Habits: Transforming Teams Through Micro-Changes
In James Clear’s groundbreaking book “Atomic Habits”, the focus on small, incremental changes creates a powerful framework for personal development. But how does this translate to leadership? As someone who works with training providers and healthcare leaders, I’ve found Clear’s principles particularly relevant for organisational transformation. Let’s explore 8 key leadership insights from Atomic Habits: […]
2025 Apprenticeship Reforms: What Training Providers Need to Know
8-Month Apprenticeships Are Here Remember those 12-month minimum duration apprenticeships? From August 2025, they’re dropping to 8 months. Here’s why this matters to you: 💡 Pro Tip: Start redesigning your delivery models now. Consider how you can maintain quality whilst optimising for shorter durations. English and Maths Requirements: A Game-Changer Here’s something your employer partners […]
The Future of Women’s Leadership: Essential Skills for 2025
In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, the path to leadership for women remains challenging yet full of unprecedented opportunities. Despite women holding only 24% of executive committee roles in UK businesses and the gender leadership gap in FTSE 350 companies standing at 32%, the post-pandemic shift has created new openings for inclusive leadership styles that […]
The Leadership Truth Nobody Talks About: When “Tough” Leadership Backfires
Ever wondered why some organisations still embrace toxic leadership when we all know it’s not the way forward? Let’s have an honest chat about this rather uncomfortable topic. Picture this: You’re watching a manager who rules with an iron fist. They’re constantly breathing down their team’s necks, making veiled threats about job security, and piling […]
The Strategic Imperative of Workforce Development in 2025 and Beyond
In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, workforce development isn’t just a nice-to-have – it’s absolutely crucial for organisational success. With the apprenticeship levy playing a pivotal role in how UK businesses approach training and development, understanding how to maximise these opportunities has never been more important. Why Workforce Development Matters Now More Than Ever Gone […]
Values-Based Leadership: Foundation of Organisational Excellence.
In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, organisations are discovering that sustainable success isn’t just about strategy and profits—it’s about people and values. Research consistently shows that values-based leadership drives not just employee engagement, but also organisational performance and bottom-line results. Why Values-Based Leadership Matters Recent studies paint a compelling picture: • According to Gallup’s State of […]
The Cost of Narcissistic Leadership vs Values Based Leadership
“Recently, when I posted my thoughts about values-based leadership on social media, the response was fascinatingly divided – supportive hugs alongside laughing and angry reactions. This split reaction perfectly illustrates the current leadership paradigm clash in our corporate world. Why such polarised responses? The answer lies deeper than you might think…” Research from the Harvard […]