mission & Values
At Knowing Self Knowing Others, we are on a mission to develop self-aware leaders around the globe to generate kinder, more respectful and creative working relationships through reflection of hard and relational skills, recognition of impact and regulation of behaviour.
care
Prioritising the wellbeing of others through empathy, supportive actions, and demonstrating kindness in every interaction.
Respect
Treating everyone with dignity, valuing their contributions and perspectives, while listening actively and fostering understanding as the foundation of all relationships.
creativity
Embracing innovative thinking and encouraging fresh ideas to drive positive change, while cultivating an environment where imagination leads to effective problem-solving and inspiration.
Learning
Committing to continuous growth by seeking knowledge, reflecting on experiences, and recognising learning as an enriching journey that enhances understanding and fosters improvement.
Blog
The Language of Power: Why ‘Girls’ and ‘Boys’ Just Won’t Do
Nothing annoys me more than managers who refer to their team as ‘the girls’. You may have been one of the girls, you might have heard it used, hey – you might have even been THAT manager! When a gang of male workers turn up and the supervisor says, “I’ll get the boys on it!”, my toes curl and my teeth clench. Join me as I share with you why they are terms that should be consigned to the history books and rubbish bins of forward thinking organisations.
Core Concepts: The View from Both Sides – The Fall and Rise of Respect
Respect is one of my core values and disrespect really gets my goat. In this week’s article, I share with you some reflections from working on both sides of the respect divide and about how you can generate kinder, more respectful and creative working relationships. Join me in reflecting on my 25 years in the world of work as I share my musings on the meaning of respect.
The View from Both Sides: The Fall and Rise of Respect
Respect is one of my core values and disrespect really gets my goat. I’ll share with you some reflections from working on both sides of the respect divide and about how you can generate kinder, more respectful and creative working relationships. Join me as I reflect on my 25 years in the world of work and share my musings on the meaning of respect.