The Promotion Trap: 5 Ways Businesses Fail Their Future Leaders

Moving from team member to team leader is one of the most significant transitions a professional can make. But all too often, organisations underestim...

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Staying On Top - High Performance As A First Time Manager

You’ve been promoted - well done! You’ve clearly been doing something right. Chances are, you got here because you consistently delivered results, sol...

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A Smarter Approach to Emotional Intelligence: Enhancing Your EQ

When stepping into a management role for the first time, it’s easy to assume that intelligence (IQ) is what will set you apart. However, while IQ rema...

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Are You Setting Your First Time Managers Up for Success—Or Failure?

Promoting someone into leadership for the first time is a big step—for them and for your organisation. But here’s the problem: many first time manager...

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The 3 Destructive Mistakes First Time Managers Make (and How to Fix Them)

Stepping into a leadership role for the first time is a defining moment in any professional’s career. It’s also one of the hardest transitions to navi...

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Burnout: A Modern Epidemic

Burnout is a growing concern, often creeping up unnoticed until all of a sudden it feels as though a 4-tonne elephant is pressing down on you, leaving...

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The Power of Redemption: Lessons from Life’s Toughest Battles

Have you ever faced a challenge that made you question everything—your decisions, your abilities, or even your leadership? Redemption is all about tur...

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Shake Things Up: Fostering Experimentation as a First Time Manager

Think back to the most innovative idea you’ve ever seen—was it the result of playing it safe? Probably not.

Great ideas, new processes, and better wa...

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How Tenacity Created A Household Name

When we think of Kentucky Fried Chicken or KFC as it's now commonly known, the iconic image of Colonel Harland Sanders often comes to mind. But beyond...

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Real Leaders Show Vulnerability: Embrace Authentic Leadership

For many first time managers, the transition from being a team member to leading a team can be both exciting and challenging. A key aspect of this jou...

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The Kokoda Track - A Journey into Mateship, Resilience and Leadership

by Mandi Johnston

Recently, I embarked on a journey that stretched the limits of my physical endurance and deepened my understanding of leadership, m...

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Mastering the Clock: Transform from Time-Pressed to Time-Prosperous

In my experience as a coach, I've encountered many dedicated professionals struggling to navigate the complexities of time management in their new rol...

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Leadership Lessons from Anne Mulcahy: Transforming Challenges into Opportunities at Xerox

“I wanted employees to be passionate about the future, not just intense about the turnaround." Anne Mulcahy, former Xerox Chairperson & CEO. Photo cou...

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Why First Time Managers Shouldn't Avoid Tough Conversations

For first time managers, stepping into a new role is often met with a blend of excitement and anticipation. Just the prospect of leading a team, makin...

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Leadership Lessons from the 2005 London Bombings: When Normalcy Collapsed

By Samantha D'Angelo

The morning of 7 July, 2005 started out like any other work day. People started arriving in the office and by 8:30 am we probabl...

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Navigating the Waters: The Journey of First Time Managers

Embarking on the journey as a First Time Manager often feels like being thrown into the deep end without a life jacket. With excitement and aspiration...

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The Art of Diplomacy: How to Resolve Conflicts at Work Without Burning Bridges

Let's be real: no one likes workplace drama. But the reality is that conflicts can arise at any time in the workplace, and they can be a major distrac...

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Leadership at its Best: The Importance of Coaching Culture in Achieving Success

How can we elevate our organisation to new heights? What strategies can we implement to drive growth and success for our organisation? Building a coac...

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Why Engage a Coach?

A coach can provide critical support and guidance for any level of leader. Emerging, mid-level and senior leaders can all gain new depths of knowledge...

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