Leadership

Think back on your week. How many times did you move straight from thought to action—firing off an email, giving direction, or making a decision—without pausing to notice your own state first? Most business owners have to move quickly. But moving fast without paying attention often causes confusion, frustration, or extra work. This week’s focus […]

Self-awareness sounds simple until you try to practice it in the middle of a busy day. Emails are piling up, a client needs an answer, and your team is waiting for direction. In those moments, checking in with yourself feels like a luxury. In moments like that, pausing to check in with yourself can feel […]

Have you ever walked out of a meeting thinking you were clear, only to discover later that your team left confused or disengaged? Business owners often believe they are communicating one thing while the people around them experience something very different. That gap is where leadership struggles usually begin and self-awareness is the bridge that […]

Perfectionism sounds like a good thing on the surface. We think striving for perfection will push us to excel, make fewer mistakes, and gain respect. But what if I told you that perfectionism often holds us back rather than propelling us forward? It creates a cycle of stress, self-doubt, and procrastination that can derail even […]

As leaders, we’re often told that success requires sacrifice—late nights, long hours, and constant hustle. While hard work is part of achieving big goals, there’s a hidden danger in pushing ourselves too far. When self-care takes a backseat, the consequences can be costly: burnout, poor decisions, and even the loss of what we’ve worked so […]

Entrepreneurship often seems like the ultimate dream: building something from the ground up, pursuing a passion, and creating a legacy. But beneath the surface lies a reality many entrepreneurs hesitate to talk about—the mental health struggles that come with the relentless pressures of running a business. While the journey can be rewarding, the emotional toll […]

As business owners and leaders, we’re often our harshest critics. Despite our achievements, many of us feel like frauds, waiting for the moment someone will call us out. This is imposter syndrome—a persistent fear that we’re not as capable as others believe. It’s surprisingly common, but if left unchecked, it can hold us back from […]

Stress comes with the territory for business owners and corporate executives. Deadlines, high expectations, and constant problem-solving can weigh us down. But how do we know when stress is no longer just a part of the job and starts affecting our performance? Ignoring the signs can lead to mistakes, poor decisions, and eventually burnout. Let’s […]

As business owners and corporate executives, we push ourselves hard to succeed. We set high standards, chase ambitious goals, and often operate at full capacity for long stretches. While this drive can lead to success, it also puts us at a higher risk for burnout. This isn’t just about feeling tired; burnout can impact our […]

Burnout isn’t just a personal issue—it’s a leadership crisis that can undermine entire organisations. When leaders face burnout, their capacity to think clearly, make sound decisions, and inspire their teams diminishes. Even worse, burnout can hurt employees, lower productivity, and damage the workplace culture. Yet, leader burnout is often ignored or seen as just part […]

Leadership comes with immense responsibility, but often, the hidden price of this role is the toll it takes on mental health. Many leaders push through stress, sleepless nights, and overwhelming pressure, thinking it’s just part of the job. What’s rarely discussed is how mental health directly influences decision-making, sometimes in ways we don’t even realise. […]