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Our finances have an enormous impact on our wellbeing. Both from an emotional level (stress about bills or competing priorities) and a practical level (affecting your choices and quality of life.)  During periods of inflation this can become an even bigger concern for your staff. This is why becoming Money Smart is one of the pillars I share within my … Read More

It may seem counter-intuitive, but some of the highest performing teams are ones that have regular conflict. Not disrespectful throwing-ones-toys-out-of-the-cot style conflict, but positive, productive conflict.

There’s so much power in asking the right questions. I often ask leaders to reflect on these four questions to reflect on the way they’re showing up. Ask yourself: This forms my DERT model. (Yes, it’s a great model with a pretty terrible name!) I invite you to reflect on these four things for yourself. Regardless of any title you … Read More

Are you busy juggling multiple demands at work? How are you ensuring you take time to look after you? Here are six quick tips to help you thrive. Have a Daily Non-Negotiable Make an appointment in your calendar (and set an alarm in your phone) to get out for that 15 minute walk, sit and eat lunch in a relaxed … Read More

Zoom fatigue is real. But it doesn’t have to be. Here’s how to make your online meetings stand out, have great energy and keep your team connected, even when you’re apart. Just picture – what would it mean for attendance, let alone meeting outcomes if people found your meetings fun and engaging. If people logged off feeling positive and uplifted … Read More

How to recognise when things aren’t going well As a leader it’s vitally important to be aware of how your staff are doing and to know the signs to look for that could indicate mental distress. The NZ Mental Health Foundation announced in 2021 that depression is on the rise with 1 in 4 New Zealanders now experiencing a mental … Read More