Breaking the Silence on Suicide in Business – Baton of Hope Derby
Entrepreneurs and leaders are not immune to struggle. From Kate Spade to local voices like podcast guests Peter Marples and Rob Spence, too many stories remind us that success is no shield against mental health battles. This September in Derby, I’ll carry the Baton of Hope, part of the UK’s biggest suicide prevention initiative, to break stigma and build a culture where leaders can speak openly and live fully.
Do Leaders Get the Same Wellbeing Boost from a 4-Day Week?
The 4-day week boosts employee wellbeing - but what about leaders? This post explores how senior roles experience shorter weeks and what support they really need.
Switching Off & Unlocking the Brain’s Default Mode Network
Switching off isn’t a luxury for leaders, it’s essential maintenance. Discover how the brain’s Default Mode Network boosts creativity, problem solving, and clarity without a holiday or a to-do list.
Balancing Family and Leadership Through the Summer Shift
As summer kicks in, smart leaders are rethinking how they show up at home and work. Here’s how balancing both boosts performance, presence, and peace of mind.
3 Months After Finding My Smile on National TV
It’s been three months since I appeared on national TV and shared my journey with facial palsy. Here’s what I’ve learned about confidence, resilience, and truly finding my smile.
Why Authentic Leadership Starts with Vulnerability
Authentic leadership isn’t just about being yourself - it’s about being brave enough to be vulnerable. This blog explores how openness builds trust, strengthens teams, and drives engagement, with practical tips for balancing vulnerability and professionalism as a leader.
What Heatwaves Can Teach Us About Selfish Leadership
In hot conditions, wise leadership isn’t about pushing through. It’s about pausing, pivoting, and preserving your wellbeing. Heatwaves aren’t just weather.
6 Expert Tips for MCs & Hosts for Booking & Briefing Speakers
Discover how to properly book, brief, and support your event speakers. A practical guide every MC and event host should read before showtime.
How to Escape the Selfless Trap and Lead with Clarity
Discover how selfish leadership breaks the selfless trap, protects your energy, and empowers your team without burnout.
Leadership Wellbeing Must Be Central to 2035 Industrial Strategy
I read the 6 June 2025 Industrial Strategy Report and was stunned to find no mention of leadership mental health. With only 26.9% of senior leaders comfortable seeking support and 75.5% admitting stress affects decisions, wellbeing must be a core mission.
Why Selfish Leadership Is the Future of Self-Leadership
Discover why selfish leadership is the future of self-leadership, helping leaders prioritise wellbeing and lead sustainably in today’s demanding world.
New Report: Leaders in Disguise – The Truth Behind the Mask
In partnership with East Midlands Chamber of Commerce, we embedded four bespoke wellbeing questions into the Q1 2025 Quarterly Economic Survey, and 338 business leaders responded. Leadership wellbeing isn’t just overlooked. It’s in crisis.