Mindset
Tackle self-limiting beliefs and other derailers, and ltake control of your career.
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How to respond to microaggressions at work
Almost half of women have experienced microaggressions and everyday sexism. Learn simple ways to respond.
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Are you problem or solution-focused?
In an ideal world, we’d switch seamlessly from problem to solution mode as the situation requires.
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It’s time to claim your space
Admit it or not, how people look and sound has a big impact on how we perceive their abilities. And, when the rules change with gender and ethnicity, what do we do about it?
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Fear of failure is failing women
Setbacks from failure are simply steps towards learning. So, it’s time to undo a lifetime of socialisation and turn failure into an upward force.
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How to embrace an experimental mindset
You don’t have to throw spaghetti at the wall. You do have to follow a simple, but robust process to hone your experimental mindset.
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Leaders need to be what we can’t see
Many underrepresented groups rarely see themselves portrayed as leaders – even when an ‘underrepresented’ group represents half the population.
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Make fast decisions: One-way and two-way doors
A simple model to speed up decision-making: one-way and two-way doors. Learn the difference and why you need to approach them differently.
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Do less, reflect more: hit your goals faster
Quality work flows through three phases: plan, do, and review. The final, critical step is often the first to be abandoned, but it shouldn’t be.
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Self-leadership: great leadership starts with you
You must learn to lead yourself before you can effectively lead others: understand who you are, how you want to show up, and take control of getting there.
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Procrastination: Stop stalling, start doing
We all put off important stuff, even though we know it’ll come back to bite us. We all do it, we’re all aware we do it, and we all seem unable to kick the habit despite knowing how irrational it is.
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Part 1: Get job-hunting fit – Before you start looking
Most of us think job hunting starts when we’re actively looking… But it’s long before then.
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Conflict Resolution 101: Strengthening your resilience
We all have different thresholds for conflict, but one thing unites us: shying away from issues only makes them worse. Instead, here’s how to address small issues quickly.
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How to leave your comfort zone (minus the cliches)
As productive as your comfort zone is, it’s a good idea to get out of it every now and then. Here’s three simple ways to embrace change every day.
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What makes you an exceptional leader? You do.
Want to be a great leader? You already are. It’s time to move on from the belief that there’s one right way to lead and start embracing our unique strengths.
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How men can contribute to gender equity
Gender equality isn’t a women’s issue – here’s how men can contribute to the cause.
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Purposeful goals: making SMART goals smarter
Are you setting goals all wrong? Make your SMART goals smarter with the missing ingredient: meaning.
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How (and why) to find purpose in your work
If you love what you do, it may still feel like work – but purpose makes the pain worthwhile. Learn how to find, and live by yours.
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From fear to fab: 5 public speaking tips
A leader’s biggest asset is their ability to inspire and influence, but presentation skills don’t always come naturally. These tips will set you up for success.
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The most powerful word in your vocabulary is ‘no’
Got big things to achieve in your career? Here’s how to say ‘no’ to the wrong things so you can say ‘yes’ to the right ones.
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Pick me! Strategic yeses
A strategic yes means putting our hands up for opportunities that take us another step towards where we want to go. Here’s how to identify and action them.