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You’re stronger than you think (and knowing your values help you prove it)

The other day, my son came off his bike. It didn’t look like a major accident at first, but he was in a lot of pain and couldn’t put weight on his leg. An hour later, still in tears, we found ourselves heading to Accident & Emergency. When we arrived, I tried to help him […]

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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 , […]