Build tiny habits that have an outsized impact. Each week, we dive into an essential self-leadership topic. Don’t miss our practical insights, a recommended book and podcast, and a quick 30-second action to keep you moving forward.
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If you want to be happy, practice compassion
Practising compassion may not be easy, but it can be the difference between overload and impact.
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Are you a Victim, Villain, or Hero?
The Drama Triangle shows how easy it is to fall into unhelpful roles when faced with a challenge.
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Need some help? How to get the support you need at work
Are you one of the 53% of women who feel unsupported at work? Get the help you need with 3 simple actions you can try right now.
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Maximise your time: The powr of a time dividend
We know the theory works with finances, but does it apply to another scarce resource? By investing time, can we create more of it?
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Is multitasking slowing you down?
Like busyness, multitasking has become a badge of honour. But take that badge off; it’s a fake.
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What does strategy really mean?
When it comes to strategy, confusion reigns. So, what exactly is it?
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Why positive feedback matters in the workplace
Researchers found the highest-performing teams received 5.6 pieces of positive feedback for every negative one.
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Feeling stuck? Not sure of your next move?
We get to decide how we respond to every challenge we face. Even when it isn’t our fault, there are always opportunities to improve a bad situation.
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The Power of Internal Networking
In a hybrid/remote world, intentionally connecting with your colleagues is more important than ever.
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Why ‘diversity of thought’ falls short
When people say ‘diversity of thought’, what they really mean is ‘white men are enough’.
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How to pay yourself first
Money buys you the freedom to live the life you want. And that’s why you, like us, should proudly care about it.
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Don’t apologise, do this instead
Sorry, not sorry! Over-apologising is detrimental to your career, no matter who you are.
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It’s time to talk about gravitas
We did some digging to understand the underlying mindset behind gravitas and uncover different ways to convey it.
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How to share the housework fairly
There is hope for a better work/life balance! Let’s defy the stats, and create a home life that re-distributes the workload, so that we can reach our career goals, whatever they may be.
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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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How to get more done with time-blocking
Feeling overwhelmed by limited time? You’re not alone. Embracing time as a constraint can actually boost your productivity.
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How diverse is your network?
To lead a diverse team, you must surround yourself with different perspectives and experiences. And the best place to start? Your network.
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Are you even listening?!?
We miss important information, insights, and opportunities when we don’t actively listen. The good news, is it’s a learned skill.
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Don’t have enough time? Take a minute.
Our brains are designed to protect us, not help us grow. That’s why sometimes, we need to outsmart ourselves to make progress.
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Yes, there’s such a thing as being too transparent.
You’ve heard about bringing your whole self to work, but what about your best self?
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What if we designed networking for women?
If we want more women in positions of power and influence (which, by the way, we really do), there’s only one way to do it: we need to connect our way up.
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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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How to negotiate better pay
46% of us still leave money on the table. Your ability to have salary conversations in your twenties could be worth a million dollars over your career.
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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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The art of influence: Master the pre-meeting
Need support for an initiative or opinion? Learn how effective leaders master the pre-meeting.
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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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Got a seat at the meeting table? Make it count.
Women have a seat at the meeting table but still struggle to have our voices heard. These well-known techniques will help establish your leadership presence.
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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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Getting comfortable with conflict
Managing difficult dynamics, different opinions, and direct feedback can be challenging when you’ve been conditioned to ‘Keep Calm and Carry On’.
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Rocks, pebbles and sand: How to make space for your top priorities
It’s time to shake off the belief that every task holds equal importance. The truth is, some tasks carry more weight than others.
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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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Your strengths aren’t always your superpower
Just because you have a strength doesn’t mean you always love using it. Is it time to identify your superpower?
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How to work with your menstrual cycle
Each of the four stages in our menstrual cycles brings its own symptoms and superpowers. Managing the former is what enables us to harness the latter.
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The power of a period
Period hacking, cycle synching, biohacking; it’s a thing. Is it time to design our work around our rhythms?
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The ins and outs of professional development budget
Our rallying cry is, ‘If not you, then who?’. The same applies to professional development budget. If you’re not using the money…who is?
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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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5 gender equity practices for 2024
There are proven best practices that can help deliver more profitable and fair workplaces. We’ve broken each down into achievable actions that can be kicked off while we’re all still feeling that new year motivation #noexcuses 💪
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Using the 80/20 Rule to Manage Your Life
Rethink perfectionism! Embrace the 80/20 rule for max results with minimal effort. Discover the powr of ‘Good Enough’ in 2024.
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It turns out, boredom is good for you
Hustle culture; the definition of success in modern society. We glorify productivity and espouse new ways to cram more activities into less time. But should we?
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The real reasons behind the gender gap in job applications
Stats hold a special power in our brains – they can convey powerful messages about our world.
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How to manage your manager
Unfortunately, bad managers can be a miserable reality of the workplace. Yes, we get it. It’s not your job to manage your manager. Except that it is.
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Ten rules of email etiquette at work
We’ve identified and highlighted the most egregious email offences, shedding light on behaviours that drive us all bonkers.
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Too much on your plate? Here’s the solution.
We get it. Life is busy. But while a fully loaded plate may be manageable, an overloaded one isn’t.
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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 3: Get job-hunting fit – It’s who you know (and who knows you)
In the final instalment of this three-part series, we’re encouraging you to spread the word. Share your plans and ask for help (it’s easier than you think)!
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Part 2: Get job-hunting fit – Breaking the experience barrier
How do you get experience if no one gives you the opportunity to gain it? Welcome to the second of a three-part series to help you be more intentional about your career.
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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.