Why ‘Ponderings’?
My brain is like a cooker/stove top. It has ‘stuff’ bubbling away on it all the time. Some is quietly blipping away in the background. Others front of mind and needing my attention.
I’m inspired by conversations, news items, articles, events and these blogs are the results of those musings!
When your team says yes but really mean no
Your team smiles and nods in the meeting, they agree it makes perfect sense and commit to the change. Months later, you still see the old ways of working, familiar workarounds, and comfortable routines…. why is that?
Are you making it hard for you to be successful…??
Have you heard of self-leadership? It's really not talked about that much, but it's really important, particularly for those with success on their list of goals.
The control freak’s guide to letting go…
Your team probably doesn't need you nearly as much as you think they do. In fact, they might perform better without you hovering over them like an anxious parent at their kid's first playdate. So, how do you let go?
What shapes you as a leader?
I have been exploring how our early attachment styles might show up in how we lead. We know that race, culture, gender and many other characteristics shape who we are as leaders. But so does our childhood. Read this article to find out more…
“I wish I hadn’t waited until I was 50”
For a long time, I was a bit of an accidental asshole. And I wish I hadn't waited until I was 50 to sort my sh1t out. You don’t have to. Read this article to take the first steps to intentional leadership.
‘Tis the season that stretches relationships
While we're all decking the halls, workplace tensions can be rising faster than Santa up the chimney.
Call it Doris if you like
Doris doesn't judge. Doris doesn't take sides. Doris just wants to help you work things out.
From treading water to making waves
Have you ever felt like your leadership team is paddling furiously, but going nowhere fast? It's not about paddling harder, it's about steering smarter.
The three questions every high-performing team must answer
High-performing teams don't just happen by chance. They are built on clear focus, effective time management and continuous information flow.
Building true resilience doesn’t mean becoming Ironman (or Ironwoman!)
While popular resilience tips may be a starting point, building true resilience requires a personalised approach.
Beyond family ties in family-owned businesses
Navigating the complex dynamics of family relationships in family-owned businesses requires a strategic approach to communication, roles, and planning to ensure long-term success.
My Multi-Hat Approach to Building High-Performing Teams
I am passionate about helping organisations find, build and sustain high-performing teams but there's not one single way to make that happen.
Overcoming the curse of competence
Many leaders believe that lacking solutions or needing input from others somehow makes them appear less competent. Does asking for help really signal weakness, or does it demonstrate humility?
Overcoming your leadership shadow
Every leader has a leadership shadow. If we fail to address these shadows, they restrict our leadership potential and impact the people we lead.
What do we mean by peak performance in business and leadership?
What does peak performance look and feel like? How do you know when you are in ‘peak’ state?
Who are you being…Is it who you want to be?
Are we approaching situations with curiosity, empathy and authenticity, or are we fixated on the outcomes that we want to achieve?
The artistry of leadership: From manager to leader
Just as artists enhance their work by learning new skills and techniques, leaders need to continuously learn and evolve.
The real cost of NOT having team away days!
What is the real cost of not having a team away day?
Learned Helplessness
And it’s over to you….
In this article, Johanna considers risk management and decision making in the post-pandemic era and what that means for business leaders.