If your list of work tasks is becoming longer and longer – you’re not alone. Rushing between meetings, new requests coming in daily and a constant ping as emails filter through your inbox can be overwhelming. Managing your schedule is important to ensure you are productive and efficient. It also helps prioritize your work-life balance…
As human beings, our mental health and wellbeing are closely linked to the connection we have with those around us. Given many of us spend a significant part of our waking hours at work, workplace friendships are vital to employee engagement and job success. But there are farer reaching benefits too. With millions of people…
Many of us are affected by low mood, and lack of motivation as the weather turns colder, and it gets darker earlier. Although the ‘winter blues’ are temporary for most, it is still worth recognising how the change in season affects people in your workplace, and understanding how you can support your employees and their…
In contemporary society, the debate between the value of formal educational qualifications versus experiential life knowledge is increasingly pertinent. Traditional education and professional certifications have long been regarded as benchmarks of professional capability and success. However, there’s an evolving understanding that the depth of life experience, often accompanied by age, provides invaluable insights that formal…
As populations age globally, the prevalence of age-related cognitive impairments such as Alzheimer’s and dementia is rising, posing unique challenges across all sectors of society, including corporate governance. In the context of leadership roles within companies—particularly in boards of directors and executive teams—addressing the cognitive decline of senior members is both sensitive and necessary for…
It’s estimated that most people will average between 12 and 16 jobs in their lifetime. Although we may have started a new role several times before, it can still bring up a flood of emotions. You might be jumping from excitement to anxiousness as you prepare to start your new position. In your first few months,…
Neurodivergent individuals’ brains learn, behave or process differently from what we might consider ‘typical’. And we know this brings real benefit to the workplace. Teams that include neurodivergent people are known to be more productive, creative and innovative, be detailed oriented and show high levels of loyalty and work-ethic. With one in five of the world’s population…
Being honest, ethical, moral and trustworthy might pop to mind when you think of someone who upholds integrity in how they interact with others, and the world around them. Decisions and actions based on values, not personal gain is the corner stone of living with integrity – the trick is you need to do this consistently,…
With some people now working into their late 70s and 80s, today’s workplaces can span five generations. And in less than a decade, Generation Alpha will join the workplace mix too. Age diversity brings with it a myriad of opportunities, perspectives, and abilities, yet workplace conflict and tensions often arise due to generational differences and…
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) momentum can very quickly plateau, despite the passion and best efforts of people throughout an organisation. Although you might have a few quick wins whilst rolling out your DEI initiatives, keep in mind that this is a long-term commitment that requires flexibility, continuous learning, humility, and resilience. If you are…