Australasian Leadership Institute Free Articles : November 2024
I am a former Broker Sales Manager and an Operations Manager who is now working as a leadership coach, consultant and strategist across four key areas:
- Leadership of successful teams
- Optimisation of mental performance
- Leadership psychology
- High performing teams
Within these areas, I design, coach and facilitate bespoke leadership development programmes for individuals and teams including managers of all levels, directors, executives, professional athletes and aspiring leaders. My clients include the Delegates of the European Union, The Fred Hollows Foundation in Timor-Leste, the Fiji Sun newspaper, Lakes DHB, Kmart and Foodstuffs.
I am listed by Evan Carmichael as one of the top 100 leadership experts in the world to follow on Twitter.
When I design leadership programmes I draw from my twenty five years of managerial experience across a range of industries in the United Kingdom and here in New Zealand. I am accepted in the MBTI suite of tools and I am a professional member of NZAPT (New Zealand Association of Psychological Type) NZIM (New Zealand Institute of Management) and NZATD (New Zealand Association of Training & Development). I am a published author of two leadership books and I've had articles published in a range of magazines including Lifestyle for Men Magazine, M2, New Zealand Management Magazine as well as having a weekly business column with the Fiji Sun Newspaper. I am the current editor of Elite Leadership magazine.
If you want practical effective coaching and facilitation based on a foundation of modern leadership theories then get in touch via Twitter, the enquiry form below or call me direct on 021 354 831 (New Zealand)
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Recently during a leadership workshop I was facilitating, one participant posed a question that resonates with many managers: “What do I do when I have to enforce a decision I don’t agree with?” This situation is one of the most challenging a leader can face, particularly when senior leaders make decisions that must be implemented by frontline and middle managers.Posted: Wednesday 20 November 2024 -
Becoming a leader for the first time is an exciting yet daunting journey. Up until now, you’ve likely been evaluated based on your own performance. But as you step into this leadership role, you’ll realise that you are now judged by how well others perform under your guidance.Posted: Wednesday 13 November 2024 -
We’ve all seen people make decisions that are obviously very bad and clearly not in their best interest. During these times, we wonder, “What on earth were they thinking?” As a Leadership and mindset coach, I frequently encounter these patterns in people’s lives, and I see how these bad decisions often come down to specific psychological factors. In this article, I want to share with you four key reasons why good people tend to make poor decisions: cognitive dissonance, present bias, ego depletion, and social influence – and, more importantly, what can be done about it.Posted: Thursday 7 November 2024 -
From ancient fireside tales to modern boardroom presentations, storytelling has connected generations and cultures. Stories are more than entertainment; they’re pathways to share experiences, communicate values, and define what’s right and meaningful. Today, successful leaders recognise storytelling as a powerful tool to inspire teams, clarify vision, and reinforce the values and culture they wish to instil within their organisations.Posted: Wednesday 6 November 2024 -
In a world that celebrates success and achievement, it’s easy to overlook a fundamental truth: success can only be found when we live in the reality of the moment. However, living in reality is easier said than done. Our minds are powerful creators of perception, giving each of us a unique, often biased view of the world and ourselves.Posted: Tuesday 5 November 2024