What to expect of our leaders

I look around at the (so called) leaders before us and find myself thinking that many come up short. Maybe I expect too much? To me, leadership means … Leading by example – because your actions, the way you behave, sets the tone for those around you. So start by...

Ten tips for managing multiple projects

As the scale of our Foundation has expanded, I’ve found myself splitting my time between that and my regular coaching sessions. As I’ve decided to do more and more new things, I’ve had to learn new skills. I’ve found myself doing things I’ve not done before, regularly...

What’s your view of retirement?

Work till you are 65 then stop work and live off your pension? This traditional view of retirement no longer exists for many.  Lifestyles and legislation have changed it. More people take or face early retirement, either through choice or redundancy, with an...

Retirement: an Opportunity or a Threat?

When you think of retirement do you see a new door opening or one clanging shut behind you? Retirement from paid work should provide you with the time to do many of the things you enjoy most, whether it be family, travel, hobbies, charity work, studying ….  Without...