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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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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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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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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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.
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Peer groups: turn your personal network into a professional superpower
We excel at building valuable personal relationships that boost our mental health, social connectedness and emotional well-being. But how often do you talk to your friends about work?
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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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How to: Write a response to a job offer (a template)
If you’ve received an initial offer, include these four elements when you draft your reply (template included).
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The dos and don’ts of negotiating a job offer
So you’ve been offered a new job, congrats! Here’s everything you need to know before you say ‘yes’.
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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 to build your personal brand
Endless studies highlight personal branding as a key ingredient in a more satisfying career. It also increases our chances of being hired.
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The generational divide doesn’t need to mean an organisational one
As Baby Boomers leave the workforce, Millennials are moving into leadership positions, and Gen Z are making their mark.
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Unlock the power of stakeholder management
Who’s critical to your success, and how are you keeping them informed and engaged?
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Calendar hacks to make you more effective
Achieve more and maintain your well-being by using your calendar effectively. Discover five ways to reclaim time for more meaningful work.
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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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Leadership toolkit: The power of storytelling
Boost your leadership toolkit by becoming a storytelling pro. Learn three ways to influence, engage and inspire through personal anecdotes and personal stories.
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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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How to build your professional board of directors
Want to advance in your career? Mentors, sponsors, coaches and peer groups play a pivotal role in our success, but their differences aren’t well understood.
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How to secure your first board role
Considering a move into the boardroom? We hope so, as we need your representation! We share three actionable ways to get your foot in the door.
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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.
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Book club: the best books for women leaders
Powrsuit Book Club: Books every women leader should read to hone skills, build confidence and learn your leadership style.
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Team-building on a shoestring budget
Teams boost creativity, and there are a lot of creative ways to bond on a shoestring budget – without the cringe factor.
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Sick of taking on other people’s problems?
Is solving other people’s problems really an act of care? Women might be great problem-solvers, but we don’t always address the problems this can create.
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5 steps to break free from negative self-talk
Negative self-talk limits what we achieve. This week we share 5 steps (and a template) for identifying and changing yours.
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Good things take time: the power of deep work
Women are productivity machines, but to really move the needle in our organisations (and our careers), deep work matters.
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Connecting for success: The power of LinkedIn
70% of professionals get hired by organisations they have an existing connection with. Here’s how to boost your LinkedIn network by being yourself.
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How to: Create your elevator pitch
You don’t get a second chance to make a first impression, so your professional elevator pitch counts. Learn how to confidently convey your value.
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How to stop doing everyone else’s work
Overwhelmed at work? Your delegation skills may be letting you down. Learn five actionable ways to get out of doing and back to leading.
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The role of empathy in high-performing teams
Empathy is perhaps one of the toughest leadership tools to master. It requires courage of convictions, commitment to a vision and extreme emotional control.
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How to: run a great one on-one-meeting
One-on-ones should be a top priority, but you’ve probably never had formal training on how to run them effectively. Here’s 5 tips from the experts.
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5 ways to take control of your money🎙
Like the best games, financial skills are easy to learn and almost impossible to master. Regardless of your starting point, you can take *back* control.
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Money matters, it’s cool to be good with it
Are you among the 45% of women, think money isn’t for you? Learn some surprising facts about women and finances, and get the confidence to take back control.