On Handing Failure

This wasn’t the post I wanted to share. If you read my article earlier this month, you’ll know that I have been working towards my Accredited Speaker designation (the highest accreditation within Toastmasters International.) I delivered my live presentation to a panel of secret judges and over the weekend I got the tough news that I did not pass this … Read More

THRIVE TV 049 – The Power of a Morning Routine with Kate Watkinson

IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL DISCOVER: How having a nourishing morning routine sets you up for a positive day.  Successful people’s morning routines.  Modern neuroscience on the power of mornings.  VIEW THE FULL EPISODE HERE Want to get notified of the next episode? Prefer to check out the podcast version of the show? ABOUT KATE: Kate is a women’s holistic wellbeing … Read More

On Failure (why you’re amazing, worthy & capable right now)

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I’ve been thinking about failure and success lately. Failure can feel so uncomfortable and disheartening. Yet, we constantly hear from incredibly successful people that failure is an important step on the road to success. Failure usually feels scary and intimidating. It can cause even the greatest of leaders to second-guess themselves. It can create doubt. It can leave you feeling … Read More

THRIVE TV 048 – Life in Recovery with Lotta Dann

THRIVE TV 048 - Life in Recovery with Lotta Dann

IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL DISCOVER: How I learned to face up to my emotions Self-care is subtle and powerful Don’t believe the hype around alcohol VIEW THE FULL EPISODE HERE Want to get notified of the next episode? Prefer to check out the podcast version of the show? ABOUT LOTTA: Lotta Dann drank alcohol steadily and heavily from the age … Read More

5 Keys to Increasing Optimism

5 Keys to Increasing Optimism

Did you know that optimism is a skill that can be learned? This is a great thing, seeing as being more optimistic helps you: Live longer Be more successful Have a better love life Take fewer sick days Bounce back faster and stronger[i] It’s especially important when you’re a leader as the way you show up affects everyone else around … Read More

THRIVE TV 047 – Humanising the Workplace with Jeremy Dean

THRIVE TV 048 - Life in Recovery with Lotta Dann

IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL DISCOVER: Why Leaders Need to Care How People Feel at Work Human-Centred Leadership Explained Why Feelings Matter at Work VIEW THE FULL EPISODE HERE Want to get notified of the next episode? Prefer to check out the podcast version of the show? ABOUT JEREMY: Jeremy is the founder and Master Gamemaker at riders&elephants. R&E designs games … Read More

THRIVE TV 046 – Building Trust is a Skill with Randy Conley

THRIVE TV 046 - Building Trust is a Skill with Randy Conley

IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL DISCOVER: Trust doesn’t happen by accident. It’s a skill people can learn and develop. Trust is comprised of four elements, and when all four elements are present, high-trust relationships thrive. A three-step process to restore trust that has been eroded. VIEW THE FULL EPISODE HERE Want to get notified of the next episode? Prefer to check … Read More

7 steps to Overcoming Overwhelm

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It’s common to feel overwhelmed at times. Here are seven steps to help you find a way out. 1. Identify what’s important and what’s not. Understand the ‘urgent-important’ matrix and pay attention when you’re distracted by un-important things that seem urgent, which can seriously rob you of your time. President Eisenhower once said “I have two kinds of problems, the … Read More

THRIVE TV 045 – The Importance of Radical Self Care with Susan Hunter

THRIVE TV 045 – The Importance of Radical Self Care with Susan Hunter

IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL DISCOVER: Radical Self Care begins with believing we are good enough and putting ourselves at the front of the line (women, especially struggle with this)  How practicing the fundamentals of health like eating well, sleeping enough, and exercising regularly has become a radical thing to do.  Practising radical self-care means we make choices and decisions that … Read More

Start With Why – How great leaders inspire action

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Discover the fundamental shift in the ‘happiness equation’ that is required to create true happiness.

Shawn Achor author of The Happiness Advantage outlines how increasing happiness can change individuals, communities and the world.

Watch this outstanding and entertaining message in which he shares 5 practical ways to train your brain for happiness!