How do you show up as a leader? Are you aware of your strengths and weaknesses? Do you continuously look for ways for how to improve? Self-aware leaders are in high demand right now, are you selfish or self-aware as a leader?
Tough truths: Are you a selfish or self-aware leader? Read More »
It seems so many of us are getting enough sleep but still feeling sluggish each day, here’s some potential reasons why.
It may not be a lack of sleep making us feel tired right now Read More »
Week 1 of lockdown. Tick. If you’re like me, it feels very disorienting to be at home and not be able to go about your daily life freely. There have been several meltdowns. And not just from the kids! I have to admit, I have been anxious about the uncertainty. It feels like everyone has
WEEK 1 LOCKDOWN LESSONS: Are yours the same as mine? Read More »
Have you suddenly been asked to work from home (wfh) during the Covid-19 crisis? For many of us this might be new, or it might be something we do occasionally. It feels for now it is the new normal, at least temporarily. But how should you work from home and remain connected, effective and productive?
Looking to switch from cow’s milk to plant based and not sure where to start? Here are some tips for anyone thinking about taking the plunge to try a different m*lk in your next coffee.
WHAT IS IN YOUR OAT LATTE, ANYWAY? Read More »
In my previous blog ‘HUMAN RESOURCES: Why archaic stereotypes are stunting business potential…’ I argued that AI is humanising HR, rather than diminishing its prominence. Now, I investigate some recent statistics regarding Human Resources and AI and how I believe it all points to a more strategic role for HR professionals in the future. Reshaping
“Workers Trust AI more than Managers” Read More »
Recently someone said to me at an event: ‘You are in Human Resources? You’re definitely not an HR person. The HR team in our company is just about admin; they’re really unfriendly and I would never trust them with anything’.
HUMAN RESOURCES: Why archaic stereotypes are stunting business potential Read More »
This summer was the first break in ages that I actually managed to switch off from work. This is not me on holiday in the picture, by the way – just to clarify! I feel refreshed and raring to go. And yet, paradoxically, I am also finding it hard to find my balance again; it’s
POST-SUMMER BALANCING ACT: TOP TIPS FOR GETTING BACK IN THE SWING… Read More »
How many of us know that we should move away from our desks and switch off from technology when we eat our lunch? Yet, how many days a week do you just sit in front of your computer checking your phone whilst quickly eating your lunch ‘al desko’? Fika encourages you to change these habits and actually have a chat to colleagues.
FIKA FRIDAY: Let’s start a cinnamon bun revolution… Read More »
How many times have you felt afraid to raise an issue, a failing, or a concern? What if, instead, you felt supported to raise any concern? And imagine how much more effective and perhaps satisfied you would feel – and your team. And if you’re a boss, envisage an environment of openness, courage and curiosity and how motivating that can be for those you lead.
Psychological safety: the launch pad for high-performance at work?? Read More »
