Month: September 2023

Lead Care Win by Dan Pontefract

BOOK REVIEW: The Fearless Organisation, Amy Edmondson

This book has had global acclaim and psychological safety is now discussed in every corner of the globe, every day in part due to Amy Edmondson. But in reading it, I feel like I’ve watched the film which as ever, is never as good as the book! It’s a really good mix of...

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The Knowing Self Knowing Others Podcast - Top Takeaways

TOP TAKEAWAYS: Ep 32 Self-Awareness with Kyle McDowell

In episode 32 of The Knowing Self Knowing Others Podcast, i spoke to Kyle McDowell about self-awareness, leadership, and the importance of fostering a culture of openness and dialogue within organisations. Here are the top takeaways from our thought-provoking...

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tests, tools and assessments to develop your self-aware leadership

Test, Tools & Assessments for Self-Aware Leadership

Over the years, I've been compiling a list of the test, tools and assessments that can help you develop your self-aware leadership skills..... This list will be expanded over time, as I find more assessments to help you on your learning journey.  If you know of any...

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Editing, Refining & Writing

Editing, Refining & Writing

September was editing month. 5 edits, to be precise. I edited the book on screen twice, then I read it out loud, then I read it in bed and the fifth time was a read from a printed copy! Reading what you’ve written from different perspectives gives you the opportunity...

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The Knowing Self Knowing Others Podcast - Top Takeaways

TOP TAKEAWAYS: Ep 28 with N Eyre and J Wilson

In episode 27 of The Knowing Self Knowing Others Podcast, I had a captivating conversation with guests Nicki Eyre FRSA and Jonathan Wilson LLB(Hons) BA(Hons) on the topics of workplace bullying and the importance of self-aware leadership. This thought-provoking discussion shed light on the root causes and impacts of bullying behaviors, while emphasizing the significance of self-awareness in fostering a healthy and thriving work environment. Here are some of the top takeaways from this enlightening episode.

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