How to build empathy in the workplace What is empathy? Empathy is the ability to understand and feel the thoughts, emotions and perspectives of others. Empathy is more than sympathy – with which it’s often confused, sSympathy being a feeling of concern for someone but doesn’t involve having a shared perspective or emotion with them. Put very basically, empathy is…
Emotional intelligence skills you need The situation now With more businesses getting ready to invite people back into the office, some already being back in, and more getting their offices ready for hybrid working, this next phase of adjustment to new ways of working is set to be especially emotionally challenging. We’ve all become accustomed to being a bit more…
How to improve leadership communication? Well, it turns out – quite a lot! The atmosphere at work is not always good. Competition, different attitudes or bad manners challenge people’s patience. Other behaviours that create a negative workplace include distrust and resistance to change. However, the heart of the issue often stems from a lack of leadership from the top. How…
The Importance of Emotional Intelligence Soft skills aren’t fluffy. The cost of underdeveloped people skills is wastefulness and lost productivity. Conversely, the upside is boosted productivity, engagement and often satisfaction. Are you as productive as you could be? Do you know the capabilities of your emotional intelligence? Read on to find out the importance of emotional intelligence and how my…
Are you someone who wants to be out there doing things, making a difference? Do you want to start stepping out of your comfort zone? Is abject fear holding you back? Perhaps you feel like a fraud, like you are about to get found out. This article will explore what imposter syndrome is, what it isn’t, as well as why…
Unhappy at work what to do There is another way. If you’ve been sleepwalking for the past couple of years in your job, if you felt disappointed if you felt disinterested, dissatisfied, unfulfilled. But you don’t know what to do about it. If you read all the self help books you’ve done some courses. You’re none the wiser. If you’re…
Executive coaching london Working with Sue is powerful, demanding, fast, and enjoyable. When I started working with Sue I had recently been appointed member of the board, with a new team of direct reports, and difficult challenges in terms of business. The coaching was particularly efficient at dealing with these challenges and lead to significant improvements in my leadership. Sue…
How to get motivated. How to stay motivated. Dopamine is key.