Why are we afraid of change?

Why are we afraid of change?

Change holds out the promise of lots of exciting things: new things, improvements to what already exists, opportunities to learn, opportunities to produce value… We know it, we’re convinced of it and in principle we’re up for it… Yes, but when it comes to implementing change, we discover that we’re much more resistant than we imagined. But why then ?

Magnanimity

Magnanimity

On Monday when I was flying to London for our Annual General Meeting I read in a newsletter that it is necessary to leave behind those people who, on your way to achieving your goals, do not let you move forward, On Monday when I was flying to London for our Annual General Meeting I read in a newsletter that it is necessary to leave behind those people who, on your way to achieving your goals, do not let you move forward,

Work-Life Balance Has Failed Us – But Harmony Could Be the Future

Work-Life Balance Has Failed Us – But Harmony Could Be the Future

The concept of “work-life balance” has been the dominant paradigm for integrating our personal and professional lives for decades.Based on my research, personal experiences, and coaching women leaders, I have come to realize that balance may not be the most optimal or significant approach when it comes to managing our time between work and family responsibilities.

Leaders Plus

Leaders Plus

is a social enterprise supporting talented men and women with young children so that they can progress in their leadership careers whilst at the same time enjoy their young family.
Our award-winning Fellowship Programme gives access to an external peer support network, high-quality training, mentoring and inspiring role models, enabling parents to thrive in their leadership role.

Switch-Off … and Reset

Switch-Off … and Reset

The switching-off might also need to be literal this summer. Some families are taking tech-audits and after working out how much time each family member is spending online and on-screen are agreeing to have a “switch-off summer.” This might be having a week away where there is no wifi, or deciding on a screen curfew after which talking to each other takes the place of fiddling with our phones.