There is such a thing as an overly complicated life, especially if you're a leader or manager. This article explores how it happens and how untangling sometimes requires support. shirleycollier.co.uk/blog/where-are…

What are the "uber-skills" needed in your business? In this article, I argue for the ability to gather around you the people who have the skills that you don't, especially when making decisions. #leadershipskills shirleycollier.co.uk/blog/decision-…

"When people are distracted, they’re more likely to rely on shortcut answers that come to mind first". That's just one of the gems from this HBR article. For anyone engaged in #changemanagement this is worth the 4 mins it takes to read. hbr.org/2022/02/when-s…

A spectacular day of music at York Minster Started out with the @CrossKeysChoir helping to open the Christmas tree festival 🎄🎄🎄 Followed by amazing singing and playing from Gabrieli Roar with hundreds of singers from York schools and beyond Gabrieli

Do you build trust? Applicable for all organisations, private or public, the advice in this article is that "amassing a reservoir of trust" is the defining resilience asset needed going forwards. hbr.org/2021/11/6-type…

For everyone wants their time to be effective this year, this post provides insight as well as links to four other articles to guide you. #goals shirleycollier.co.uk/blog/the-value…

Eleven days into the new year and already feeling drained? Think about your own resilience; read about mine here and craft your own narrative. #resilience shirleycollier.co.uk/blog/what-keep…

Do people in your meetings keep on talking, when others wish they would stop? May be it's a sign of insecurity. This short article has a top ten of how not to fall into the usual traps, and run great meetings. hbr.org/2022/01/10-tac…

Are you putting off a difficult conversation? Today's Friday. Has it been on your To Do list all week? James R Detert offers grounded guidance in this article of what not to say. hbr.org/2021/06/words-…

When did you last say no to work? If you're not learning or improving your skills maybe it’s best to decline and focus on what’s already on your plate. #timemanagement #personaldevelopment #personalgrowth hbr.org/2022/11/when-a…

This week I've spoken to three people facing unexpected endings. Another will be managing exits for others. This blog post aims to raise awareness of the importance of how we finish our business. #exitplanning shirleycollier.co.uk/blog/alls-well…

We're half way through the month and most resolutions made on 1st January will already have fallen by the wayside. Here's a reason why. shirleycollier.co.uk/blog/want-to-c…

For anyone struggling with imposter syndrome, or fearing failure, help is at hand. Asking is hard but ultimately rewarding. shirleycollier.co.uk/blog/what-are-…

If you struggle to delegate it could be a matter of self-confidence. Top tips are included in this handy business school read. online.hbs.edu/blog/post/how-…

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Love the hannah turner puffin egg cup, he's gorgeous!

Very taken with the Stag mug from @PerkinsMorley I finished delivering a leadership programme yesterday and this captures the vibe in the room, lots of quiet strength!

I'm a happy owner of a #robertgillmor apron and couldn't be more pleased with it!

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