by Dr Sharon | Jul 27, 2026 | Coaching, Communication, Conflict Management, Leadership Development, Neuroscience, Psychological Safety
Why avoiding it costs more than you think – and what neuroscience says about how to have it well. I have sat with hundreds of leaders in coaching sessions. And if there is one pattern that shows up more consistently than any other, it is this. The conversation...
by Dr Sharon | Feb 6, 2026 | Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Growth Mindset, Personal Development, Relationship Building, Relationships (Self and Others)
Sustainable relationships are not accidental – they are intentional This week, I’m holding a few truths. On 7 February, my parents celebrated 50 years of marriage – five decades, adapting, forgiving and staying. A relationship that I am so blessed by and has shaped...
by Dr Sharon | Jun 11, 2025 | Change management, Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Ethics at Work, Growth Mindset, Leadership, Learning, Personal Development, Relationship Building, Relationships (Self and Others)
The power of social pressure in building a learning culture Social pressure plays a powerful – often underestimated – role in shaping behaviour, especially when it comes to building a learning culture. In organisations striving for transformation, innovation and...
by Dr Sharon | Apr 22, 2024 | Change management, Communication, Learning, Personal Development
A very special coaching client of mine recently reshared Alex Brogan’s LinkedIn post where he shared Kabir Seghal’s wisdom on “Writing Emails like a Boss” – it was excellently put and very aligned with the business writing work we do with professionals to elevate...
by Dr Sharon | Mar 11, 2024 | Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Leadership, Personal Development, Relationships (Self and Others)
For me, boundaried people are brilliant to work with. I always know where I stand, I know I won’t hear promises that can’t be delivered on and can rely on them to push back if my requests are unreasonable. They will be direct (with respect and empathy) without fearing...
by Dr Sharon | Aug 28, 2023 | Achieve Goals, Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Learning, Personal Development, Relationships (Self and Others)
Sadly, according to a global study by Skynova, 80% to 90% of employees said that workloads prevented taking time off and 68% used their smartphones for work while they’re on holiday. Not surprisingly, 62% said the use of their device for work made it tough to recharge...
