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I speak to a lot of leaders who are invited to take part in exclusive leadership programmes in their roles. A lot of the time, this is a positive experience and a step up for any professional, but sometimes it can be a dilemma. Recently, I received a question from someone who had been offered […]

Whether you’re a senior leader or not, lots of roles in today’s world require you to travel – to meet other teams, in other offices, all over the world. Whether we like it or not, a key part of being taken seriously still comes down to how we look and act, and handling transatlantic travel

Job hunting when you don’t have a job is never nice. I recently spoke with someone, a seasoned senior marketing manager with an extensive network, who was nearing the end of their gardening leave and struggling to land a job. Getting a new role hadn’t been as easy as they thought it would, and they

Not long ago I spoke to a client about a very challenging situation, which I (unfortunately) believe many leaders may face at some point in their careers. Imagine discovering that a close friend and long-time colleague, who plays a pivotal role in your company’s success, has less than a year to live. This news is

Katie and Rob, the host of Accounting Influencers, discuss the challenges faced by professional services firms and their leaders and how coaching, consultancy and leadership development can help in overcoming these challenges. Katie talks about common problems she sees firms face, including: recruiting and retaining top talent; adapting to the hybrid work model; staying ahead

How easy is it to be a mum when you’re a leader? How easy is it to be a leader when you’re a mum? What does society expect of women in leadership positions? Katie talks to her former MBA Essentials student, Stephanie Jane Bennett, on her podcast, ‘For the Love of Kids’ about these challenges

In today’s modern workplace, feedback and idea sharing are highly encouraged, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Employees are actively encouraged to participate in staff surveys to provide valuable insights to enhance the organisation. However, I spoke to someone recently who expressed their frustration: within their company, suggestions are submitted anonymously. This makes it challenging

Four days a week is a common job pattern but it can be hard to make it work. Whilst a worker’s contract may state four days, they can often find themselves pressured to work more, leading to feelings of guilt and uncertainty. In this blog post, I’ll share good practice on how to maintain a

Recently, I received a thought-provoking question from a reader who finds themselves at a crossroads in their career. They currently lead a team, enjoying the aspects of mentorship, fostering a positive culture, and building relationships. Now, however, they’re starting to miss having direct responsibility for the work. The question “How can I progress in my

What happens when, as a leader of a hybrid team, you find it hard to dish out work equally?  Leaders often fall into a pattern of assigning high-stakes work to those in the office, because it’s more convenient to share contextual information and foster a deeper connection with those workers. There can also be a