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Values wellbeing

Embracing Micro-Retirement: A Summer of Transformation

This summer, I embarked on a three-month micro-retirement to prioritize rest, movement, and connection rather than solitude. Contrary to my expectations, I thrived through shared activities, discovering joy in progress and community. This experience has prompted me to reconsider my approach to self-care and embrace alignment with people and purpose for a fulfilling life.

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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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leadership learning

Unlock Your Learning Advantage at Work

First Published May 12, 2025 on LinkedIn Over the course of my career—from construction sites to comms strategy rooms, via employability, policy, and coaching—there’s one thing I’ve learned above all else: the ability to keep learning, even when the path is unclear, is your greatest competitive advantage. To mark Learning at Work Week 2025 , […]