by Alison Reid | Jan 30, 2019 | Leadership
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 atmosphere – in improv, everything...
by Alison Reid | Oct 19, 2018 | Leadership
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 particularly fascinated by Rahul, a 30-year-old...
by Alison Reid | Sep 24, 2018 | Leadership
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 a dilemma....
by Alison Reid | Sep 14, 2018 | Leadership
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 small hatch above a narrow stairwell. I’m not...
by Alison Reid | Aug 12, 2018 | Leadership
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 organisation, there is an expectation that you will...
