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Losing the armour: how and why to address self-protection

Many of us have developed mechanisms to stop us from feeling vulnerable, being wrong, or to cope with stress. However, these self-protective behaviours can have negative impacts on our working ...

by Andrea Warr • October 17, 2023December 15, 2025

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Transcending our communication bubbles

Our communication style is biased towards our own style and priorities. When we connect with people who have a different style, it’s important to be aware of this and take ...

by Andrea Warr • September 13, 2023March 17, 2025

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What does a culture review involve and why would you invest in it?

How well your organisation is delivering results is largely dependant on the culture. Culture is “the methods by which things get done”. It includes the behavioural habits of individuals and ...

by Andrea Warr • August 22, 2023March 17, 2025

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The quiet power of being discerning

Being discerning means cultivating the ability to judge wisely. It’s an important skill for leaders and managers to master as it means knowing what to leave out, as well as ...

by Andrea Warr • August 10, 2023March 17, 2025

Articles, Career

Moving into management? These are the skills you need.

While there is much talk of becoming a leader and leadership development, the role that is often understated in a leadership career is that of becoming an effective manager. ...

by Andrea Warr • July 19, 2023December 15, 2025

Articles, Career

Managers: the why and how of making sure they’re effective

Managers have a crucial role as a bridge between strategic leadership and functional teams. When managers don’t fulfil this important role as they should, there’s far-reaching consequences. Here’s how managers ...

by Andrea Warr • June 6, 2023December 15, 2025

Articles, Career

Leadership journeys: from self-promotion to influence

At some point, there is a great shift in a person’s leadership capability, as they stop focusing on proving they are enough and become comfortable embracing the knowledge around them ...

by Andrea Warr • May 9, 2023December 15, 2025

Articles, Career

Back to basics: how to avoid feeling obsolete

In a world obsessed with talking about the latest tech innovations, it’s best to keep in mind that while tech will always evolve, fundamental skills remain the same. Key takeaways ...

by Andrea Warr • April 13, 2023December 15, 2025

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The why and how of difficult conversations in the workplace

We’ve all had to participate in difficult conversations at work – as either the initiator or recipient. Whether it’s addressing performance issues, delivering bad news about a delayed project, or ...

by Andrea Warr • March 24, 2023August 13, 2025