Episode eight of my podcast saw Rachel Miller join as my guest expert. Rachel is one of the UK’s (if not the world’s) leading experts
Psychological Capital: A powerful resource to help you through uncertainty and tough times
I’ve been giving a lot of talks this year to help people better handle uncertainty and the tough times being experienced in many sectors and
What to do if you don’t agree with the change you’re being asked to manage [podcast summary]
In season one, episode seven of my podcast, I share five key tips for managing workplace change. Emphasizing the value of peer support, I highlight the importance of safe spaces for managers to discuss their feelings. This brief episode encourages reaching out to trusted colleagues for a productive conversation.
How to support your team when there is lots of change [podcast summary]
In episode six of my podcast, organizational change expert Ann-Marie Barlow shared her insights on managing change in the digital age. Key points included the importance of embracing uncertainty as a manager and understanding the fears that drive resistance to change. Effective managers act as facilitators, guiding their teams through transitions and being mindful of their emotional responses. While Barlow typically avoids frameworks, she endorsed William Bridges’ Managing Transitions model for its clarity in navigating change.
Practical strategies to help you and your team during change [podcast summary]
Episode five is a solo episode where I share some of the strategies I’ve used to help managers during change. Here are the following standout
10 powerful coaching questions effective managers use
Recent research of over 35 million job postings indicates a shift in effective people management from a traditional, authoritative style to one focusing on coaching, collaboration, and coordination, especially in innovation-driven organizations. Many managers still struggle with the need to provide solutions, potentially leading to burnout and disempowered teams. Studies suggest that managerial coaching fosters self-awareness, behavioral change, and performance enhancement, with essential skills like asking open questions, active listening, and holding silence being critical in facilitating a productive coaching environment.