What I want to check with you today is: what is your strategy for determining when it’s ok to leave your current job? Do you have to be miserable?

Whether you're stay-cationing or going on an adventure abroad it's worth getting your brain in 'holiday mode' with a bit of prep before you head off. Because we all want to maximise holiday vibes, right?

Chain reactions are powerful. If you put thought, time and energy into toppling that first domino, you can create extraordinary results.

Next week we’re launching into the second half of the year, so it’s time to make some new commitments.
I was going to write ‘new goals’, but I know that the word ‘goal’ comes loaded with pressure…

Which of these drivers is strongest for you - being happy, or not being sad? While this may sound like the same thing, I promise it’s not…

I like them for a few reasons. Firstly, they make me smile! Secondly, I like that they show the division between what our heart wants and what our brain wants. And to ruin the punchline - they often want different things.

With uncertainty rife in a rapidly changing world, we as leaders need to support our teams to cope and thrive.
In psychotherapy there are four states of uncertainty and I think these are relevant to life in corporate.

I expect you’ve heard the phrase: you can’t fix a problem with the same thinking that created it. This idea rings true for me, and last weekend, I got the evidence WHY it’s true.

If you're unsure how to get over your big but, think around it instead. Answer this question: If anything was possible for me I would...

I often share with you ideas, tips, strategies to manage your mindset and develop your career. Knowing HOW to create a positive mindset doesn't mean I am perfect at managing my own all of the time…

I think that you know the best answer for you. Rather than seeking external validation, look for people that challenge your thinking and empower you to make choices that you know are right for you. 

Research shows that workers are far more willing to be optimistic and embrace change than their employers assumed…

What other questions would you ask to get under the skin of a company culture? 

Having a growth mindset is about believing you can develop new capabilities and learn. This means you're likely to take on new challenges, accept feedback and learn from mistakes. 

733 multi-millionaires were interviewed and asked to rate the factors (out of 30) most responsible for their success. IQ was only 21st on the list - giving a strong case for just how important emotional intelligence is.

I think this teaches us two things, 1) contrast exists to show us what we want and 2) everything changes with time.  

Where we wrap our identity too tightly around being helpful we can run ourselves into the ground trying to be all things to all people. People won’t hate us if we say no occasionally.

Feeling like you're at the top of your game? It could be time to pick another game.

Our environment where we work can chip away at us. At our concentration. Our focus. Even our wellbeing. Here are some tweaks you can use to boost your productivity.

If you're not consistently getting the results you want, there could be a few things at play. It could be because you're trying to do something you're good at, not great at.