In the ancient wisdom of Cherokee legend, a powerful parable speaks to the eternal struggle between darkness and light, despair and hope. It goes like this: “There are two wolves [in each of us], and they are always fighting. One is darkness and despair, and the other is light and hope. Which wolf wins? The … Read more
Have you ever stopped to truly listen to the sound of your voice? In a world filled with noise and distraction, taking the time to record and listen to your voice may seem like a small act. Yet, this simple practice can catalyse profound transformation in your life. So here are some ideas on the … Read more
In this week’s blog post, I am exploring a dilemma some of us will face at some point in our professional leadership journey: when our leadership style diverges from the vision of the leader we aspire to be. What to do? The following are some of the tips I have learned when I have veered … Read more
Today, I want to explore a scenario that many of us encounter at some point in our professional journey: finding ourselves in misalignment with senior leadership styles and values of our senior leaders. It is a challenge being a leader and navigating the complex terrain of organisational dynamics on the best of days, so when … Read more
In this week’s blog post, I briefly explore a topic near and dear to my heart: the transformative power of action. Whether you are feeling stuck in a rut, grappling with uncertainty, or simply craving a deeper sense of direction in life, action brings clarity and is the key to finding your path. It seems straightforward … Read more
In my personal and leadership growth and development journey, two contrasting concepts take center stage: self-compassion and self-accountability. These two principles might seem at odds. How can showing kindness and understanding to oneself lead to taking responsibility for one’s actions? Surprisingly, they are not just compatible; they are deeply interconnected, forming a powerful duo that … Read more
I recently rewatched The Queen’s Gambit, a Netflix series that beautifully weaves a coming-of-age story of a young female chess player. It struck me that chess, in its strategic complexity, holds valuable lessons for leadership. In this week’s blog, I delve into these parallels, answering the question ‘What can chess teach us about leadership?’ and … Read more
Have you ever met someone so convinced of their infallibility that it borders on arrogance? Perhaps you have encountered a leader who seems to believe they are always right, unwilling to listen to others or acknowledge mistakes. Well, this is the dangerous territory of hubris. Hubris is not a fancy term for arrogance; it is … Read more
With International Women’s Day (IWD) happening this week, I cannot help but reflect on the tangled web of promises and realities we, as women, find ourselves in. Since late last year, I have been questioning many of our national and international systems, laws and human rights, and while it is not typically what I focus … Read more
This week, I wanted to dive into a topic that is as relatable as it is frustrating: dealing with disappointment when our leaders don’t quite live up to our expectations. Whether in the corporate world, a community organisation, a school or a club, chances are you have experienced that sinking feeling when the people in … Read more