According to a study by the Harvard Business Review, the majority of people surveyed reported having a bad boss at some point in their careers. Working with a bad boss can be a challenging and stressful experience that can make going to work each day feel like an uphill battle.  Whether your boss is micromanaging, abusive, or simply ineffective, the situation can leave you feeling stressed, demotivated, and unappreciated. However, there are ways to navigate this difficult situation and maintain your professionalism while working with a bad boss. In a survey conducted ..read more

Leadership Recipe Three – How To Show Courage In Everyday Life (Step-By-Step) We all know how it feels to be courageous. Whether standing up for a cause, taking on a challenge, or facing our fears, courage is essential to grow and thrive. But how can you show courage in everyday life? Nelson Mandela once famously said, “I learned that courage was not the absence of fear, but the triumph over it. The brave man is not he who does not feel afraid, but he who conquers that fear.” This quote reminds us that true courage is not about the absence of fear but the ability to push through our fears and ..read more

***TOP SECRET LEADERSHIP RECIPES*** As aspiring and existing leaders, have you ever asked yourself, “How do I build my character?” One thing that remains certain when it comes to success is the power of character. No amount of ambition or drive can make up for lack of character in life and in the workplace—it’s something that no one should underestimate. I remember Martin Luther King, Jr., saying, “I have a dream; I have a dream that my four little children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the colour of their skin but by the content of their character.” This is s ..read more

Why Leadership Is Important in Life (And How To Develop Leadership Skills) Ready to learn more about being a Great Leader and learn some amazing Leadership recipes that will wow your team, business life and career? Let’s get started and get your equipment and ingredients ready below. Chapter One – Why Leadership Is Important in Life…. Leadership is a key skill that everyone should develop and cultivate in their lives. But did you know that leadership is important in life outside of our jobs too? Leadership helps us identify our goals, set standards for ourselves, and make better decisions. It ..read more

What has become very evident through the devastating challenges the world has faced during the last year is that significant changes in leadership are required to deal with the fallout. Countries led by women are creating revolutionary impacts and this has the potential to build foundations for future success. Through my own journey, experience, writing, and research, I have come to realise what it takes to be a truly courageous leader. I have empowered and educated women, helping corporates embrace attracting and developing women and altered the balance in male dominated industries. My vast ..read more

HR trends are continuing to evolve at an unprecedented rate thanks to the ever-changing work landscape due to the pandemic. The past few years have seen a sudden shift to remote work, great resignation, economic uncertainty, and political changes. More than ever, HR leaders must rise above these challenges to stay ahead of the curve and ensure their organisations remain competitive in the market. These key trends have already had a significant impact on how businesses operate and adapt to disruption and change: flexible work arrangements, diversity, inclusion, and equality, as well as employee ..read more

There’s no escaping it – culture is a huge iceberg looming in every organisation’s path. It’s unavoidable and incredibly daunting, but understanding and navigating it is crucial to driving success. The iceberg model of culture provides a great visualisation of the different layers that make up the culture in an organisation. In 1976, Edward T. Hall developed the Cultural Iceberg model to explain that organisation culture was similar to an iceberg. Regarding icebergs, only 10% of them are visible above the surface, while 90% lie below in the water.  The iceberg model of culture is similar ..read more

The Great Attrition: How the Talent Shortage is Making Hiring Harder The Great Attrition is making hiring harder than ever before and maybe even our ability to let go of people who aren’t aligned to the culture or poor performers? People are also quitting their jobs at record levels. Unfortunately, this has led to a talent shortage. As a result, businesses are struggling to find talented workers to fill open positions.  While on the other hand, organisations that have been successful in hiring are now doing so by often reaching into new talent pools. According to recent research by M ..read more

Does your workplace have a great culture? Are your employees happy, loyal and productive? Creating a positive culture can take years of hard work, but it’s easier than you think to stuff up your workplace culture in just weeks if you’re not careful. A toxic culture can destroy your business from the inside out and is one of the greatest risks to your organisation, driving the great resignation. So, now more than ever, it’s essential to be aware of the signs and take steps to prevent it from happening. Let’s discuss the 5 steps of how to stuff up your culture. 5 Steps To Create A Toxic Workplac ..read more

The 15 Things Successful Leaders Do Automatically Every Day Leaders are not born; they are made. And while some people seem to be natural-born leaders, the good news is that leadership is a skill that almost anyone willing to put in the work can learn. One of the most important things that successful leaders automatically do is make better decisions. But did you ever feel like some leaders have all the answers? Like they never doubt themselves or make mistakes? I will let you in on a little secret. Psst. Those leaders didn’t just get lucky – they’ve developed habits that have made them success ..read more