What climbing teaches me about working with teams
I started climbing to switch off. What I didn't expect was that the rock face would keep showing me things I recognise from leadership rooms. Four lessons — on failure, persistence, courage, and trust.
Leading change: What Kotter still gets right – and where I trip up
Kotter's eight reasons why change efforts fail are more than thirty years old. I still use them as a checklist. Here is where they hold in my work, and where I trip up.
Book recommendations to guide the human side of change
Four essential reads for anyone guiding change – practical, empathetic and people-focused. These books go beyond methods to explore what really moves people through transformation.
How to help employees embrace change
Change isn’t just about new tools or structures – it’s about people. This article explores how employees experience change and how leaders can make the process feel safer, clearer, and more meaningful.
What makes teams work - and what gets in the way.
Teams don’t fail because of tools – they stumble when trust, dialogue and accountability are missing. Learn how to spot the five dysfunctions and take small steps to strengthen teamwork.
Supporting mindset growth in your team
Even in learning-focused teams, fixed mindset thinking can show up – often as hesitation, resistance, or fear of failure. I share gentle ways leaders can support mindset growth, foster psychological safety, and create space for learning to happen naturally.
Building your personal growth mindset – one thought at a time
Growth mindset starts small – with the way we talk to ourselves, reflect on challenges, and respond to fear. In this post, I share gentle, practical ways to notice fixed mindset patterns and support your own learning journey, one thought at a time.
How leaders can create a culture of learning and resilience
Creating a growth mindset culture doesn't require a big programme. It starts with leadership - and the small, human choices we make each day.
Not just black or white – how fixed and growth mindset coexist
What if a fixed mindset isn’t always a weakness? In this blog, I explore how fixed and growth mindsets coexist – and why Carol Dweck’s original research invites a more human, flexible view. Learn how to recognise your mindset patterns and support yourself through uncertainty, change and learning.
What is a growth mindset – and why it matters more than ever.
A growth mindset helps you and your team face change with more confidence, curiosity and resilience. In this blog, I explain what it means – and why it’s more than just a buzzword in times of digital transformation.
The human side of digital transformation
Digital transformation can feel overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to.
Real change starts with people, not tools. When we understand the emotional side of transformation, we can lead with empathy, build trust, and help our teams grow with confidence.
Building highly effective teams: Book recommendations
For agile organizations, cross-functional collaboration is key to success. This blog post curates books offering insights and strategies to build cohesive, productive, and high-performing teams. Learn how to foster trust, improve communication, and leverage motivation to transform your teams into agile powerhouses.
Start with why - defining your business purpose
Simon Sinek's Golden Circle framework emphasizes starting with "Why" to inspire action and loyalty. By focusing on purpose, organizations can create deeper connections with customers and employees. This powerful idea can elevate your business.
Book recommendations for agile organizational development
In a fast-changing business world, agility is key. These essential books offer insights into agile organisational development. Authored by renowned experts, these reads are a must for anyone eager to master the art of leading and adapting in today's dynamic business landscape.
The Scrum playbook: Roles, artifacts and events unpacked.
Exploring Scrum's roles, artifacts, and events. Let’s demystify the framework's ability to enhance team flexibility, ensure product quality, and deliver value quickly—ideal for teams aiming for continuous improvement and efficient project delivery.
Key agile principles for successful project management
In the ever-evolving landscape of project management, agile principles have emerged as a guiding light for modern businesses. Let's wrap up the core principles that make Agile such a game-changer.