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learning

“Like Riding a Bike”: Learning to Begin Again in Midlife

They say, “It’s like riding a bike.” But for me, that phrase never rang true. I could ride a bike as a child. Sort of. I wasn’t adventurous—I mostly pottered around the garden or the estate. I never had a bike of my own, and when I borrowed a friend’s, things didn’t end well. One […]

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careers productivity wellbeing

Creating Healthy Boundaries for Professional Growth

In a recent discussion with a coaching colleague, we explored the critical role of boundaries in our professional lives, and how boundaries can look in different contexts. This conversation reinforced how essential boundaries are. When used intentionally, they create the psychological conditions we need to thrive. One idea that resonated was the concept of working […]

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leadership

Soft Skills: The Core of Leadership Success

In a world overflowing with information, being curious is no longer optional. It’s how we navigate complexity, unlock innovation, and move forward when others are stuck. I’ve learned that when things grind to a halt—on a project, in a meeting, in someone’s thinking—the breakthrough often starts with a better question. Curiosity cutting through the noise. […]

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goals leadership

Crafting Intentional Strategies for Meaningful Success

Whether it is in business, personal development, financial planning or improving wellbeing, setting a meaningful strategy is more than creating a to-do list or refining what you’re already doing. It’s about choosing, with intention, where to focus your energy—and being courageous enough to ask: What’s missing? What matters most? What will truly move the needle? […]

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coaching wellbeing

Yoga and Coaching: Lessons in Growth and Progress

When I tell people I practice yoga regularly, I often get a knowing smile—“Ah, a nice stretch, a bit of ‘me time’, an hour to relax.” And when I say I’m a coach, I often get a similar reaction—“That must be lovely, just chatting and helping people feel better.” But both yoga and coaching are […]