Here's a nice theory that you can use to help people to take more responsibility for their actions. Lots of ways this can be bought to life - via post-it notes/card sorts, to making a ladder on the floor and asking people to demonstrate what each rung would look like. It can also be helpful...
This short post outlines some key aspects of potential manager/future leader training including why its important, what should be included and how to use it as part of a wider career and business development strategy. It follows a Round Table discussion held in October 2021. You can watch the recording here... Why have a Potential...
Steven Covey's Circle of Control is one of the simplest, yet powerful models out there. Useful in a wide range of situations from personal effectiveness, to problem-solving; from leadership to influencing, it's a fundamental building block of so many core skills. This handout summarises it. DOWNLOAD NOW
Helping people define what they stand for, what image they project and the impact they have (or want to have) can be tricky. This simple exercise can be used to help them to consider themselves as a tangible brand, and then work from there. DOWNLOAD NOW
Handout explaining the classic Johari Window which can be used to understand behaviours, outcomes, and self-analysis. Useful in a wide range of contexts including self awareness, understanding behaviour, leading others, communication and managing performance. DOWNLOAD NOW This content is only available to logged in users. If you would like to become a member of the...
When I created a guide for a client in 2020, to help theri middle managers move up to senior leadership, I summarised key points from all my reading into single sentences - focusing on practical actions. You can DOWNLOAD THE LIST HERE There are also a couple of very good articles that you might find...
A quick and simple exercise that links nicely to objectives and goal setting, but can also be used for communication skills, managing expectations, and as an introduction to leadership. This is a physical exercise, so an alternative for use in the virtual environment is included. DOWNLOAD NOW This content is only available to logged in...
Useful video that explains who people need to change their skill-set as they progress into more senior roles: Some skills are no longer important, whilst others need to be learned. This video briefly explains how the skills and focus needs to change. WATCH VIDEO This content is only available to logged in users. If you...
An active exercise that works will with large groups (you need at least 6 people to make it work). It takes around 30 minutes and can bring out a number of issues including objective setting, communication, change, process management, and team working. Very versatile! DOWNLOAD NOW And here's a sheet directly from LegoLand with a......
A messy but simple and powerful exercise that allows you to explore concepts such as leadership shadow, culture and change. You need a few minutes to set it up, so it's best done at the start of the day or after a break. DOWNLOAD NOW This content is only available to logged in users. If...
