When we consider making changes in our life, the thought of it can make us feel really uncomfortable. It becomes even more tricky when we actually start making change. Here are a few things I’ve learned in making my own changes…
Read MoreBook Review - Why We Do What We Do: Understanding Our Brain to Get the Best Out of Ourselves and Others Dr Helena Boschi
This is a great book for anyone who wants to get a basic and clear understanding of how our brains work and what that means for us.
Written by Dr Helena Boschi, a psychologist specialising in applied neuroscience in a business context, it’s a very accessible way of exploring the different aspects of the brain, from emotion to bias to change.
Read MoreThree things a favourite song taught me about leadership in change
I’m a big fan of 1980s music and have several favourite tracks. One of those favourites is ‘‘It ain’t what you do…’ from the Funboy Three and Bananarama. Taking the time to listen to this pop song makes me think about the ‘how’ of leading through change. Here are my top three lessons from this tune.
Read MoreI'm here. Where are you?
Often when leaders communicate change, they forget to think about who’s on the receiving end of their messages - they’ve been immersed in it for months or even years. They often can’t understand why people don’t ‘get’ the change or feel as engaged in it as they are. This is what I call the ‘I’m here. Where are you?’ question that leaders really need to avoid. Here are some ideas that could help.
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