How Succession Planning Ensures the Future of Your Business
As I look back at what made me successful in hotel leadership roles, it was the ability to recruit talent for potential – not just current skillset – and nurture that potential. Similarly, I remember what made me feel most committed and engaged to some of the corporate jobs I worked at was being
The Top 3 Strategies to Building and Engaged Workforce
Employee engagement is essential for the success of any business. Engaged employees are more productive, motivated, and committed to their work, which translates into better business results. However, keeping employees engaged can be a challenge for many organizations. Here are the top three strategies for keeping employees engaged: 1. Communication and FeedbackOpen and transparent communication
Do You Lack Resources or Resourcefulness?
London, 1996. I had just moved there from Spain, hoping to improve my English. Even though I studied English in school and college, I didn’t realise how little I knew until I got there and needed to use it constantly. I had no money for lessons, and had no access to Google as we
Weekly Review Leadership Questions to Ask Yourself
As a leader, it is essential to reflect on your performance and progress regularly. At the end of each week, taking time to ask yourself the right questions can help you identify areas for improvement and reinforce positive behaviors. Here are some of the best questions to ask yourself at the end of the
Can Women Have It All?
As I very well know myself, being a mum of two whilst also trying to succeed in business is not easy and comes with many challenges. Managing a career in addition to family can be challenging for both men and women, but women often face additional societal and cultural pressures to prioritize family over
A Problem Well Stated Is a Problem Half Solved
What are the biggest pain points that organizations are facing in the current business landscape? Here are the ones I come across the most in coaching: 1. Talent acquisition and retention: Finding and retaining top talent is a major challenge for many organizations. The job market is competitive, and skilled workers have many options. Organizations
Should Your Company Encourage Entrepreneurial Behaviours at WorK?
In this modern business world, companies must adapt quickly to changing markets and customer needs, and employees must be encouraged to adopt a mindset and actions that promote innovation, risk-taking, and creativity in the pursuit of new opportunities that can help drive growth and success. Encouraging entrepreneurial behaviour at work creates a culture that
How Great Leaders Motivate Their Teams
Here’s something that all great leaders understand: Motivated and engaged teams are essential to achieving business success. They know how to inspire their employees, empower them, and create an environment that fosters growth and development. Here are some ways you can motivate your team: – Lead by example: Set the tone for the entire organization.
Do You Talent Hoard?
Talent hoarding is a common practice in which leaders keep their employees in their current position, preventing them from taking on new responsibilities or expanding their skill set. This can be detrimental to the organization in the long run as it can result in reduced innovation and creativity, high turnover rates, and a negative
Can High Performers Become Effective Leaders?
One of the biggest issues I find when working with companies worldwide is the fact that many workers are being promoted for their technical skills, but not trained on how to manage people. While high performers may have many strengths, not all of them are suited to becoming great leaders. Leadership requires a unique set
