by Alison Reid | Jan 30, 2019 | Leadership
confidence is never lost, only hiding Last year, I went along to a few improvisation classes in Brighton in search of some fun and a creativity boost, drop-in classes designed for all levels including novices like me. I love the silly games and the encouraging...
by Alison Reid | Oct 19, 2018 | Leadership
is how you see yourself holding you back? I’m not a baker, or even much of a cook, but I’m going to admit to you that I do like my annual fix of GBBO (The Great British Bake-Off for the uninitiated). This year, I know I’m not alone in being...
by Alison Reid | Sep 24, 2018 | Leadership
take a deep breath Mary, a senior manager, is recently back from maternity leave. She’s juggling a demanding client-facing role with mothering her 15-month old little girl and is, unsurprisingly, battling exhaustion. Mary comes into our coaching conversation in...
by Alison Reid | Sep 14, 2018 | Leadership
how to build your confidence by rewiring your mindset When we moved house a few months ago, we took the opportunity to declutter. That included the loft. A daunting task not only because of the amount of stuff up there but also the difficulty accessing it – a...
by Alison Reid | Aug 12, 2018 | Leadership
want more time to lead? 5 things to let go of Are you struggling to find the time to lead not just manage? To be strategic and future-focussed instead of just trying to keep your head above water? If so, you are not alone. As you become more senior within an...
by Alison Reid | Jul 30, 2018 | Leadership
playing small? it’s time to show up I loved reading Matthew Syed’s recently published children’s book, You are awesome, an empowering read with the premise that you can be brilliant at anything if you practise. I wish I’d had this book when I...