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Resources to improve leadership skills

Practical insights and tools to support your leadership development

At Mind Values Leadership, we believe leadership development should be practical, human, and thought-provoking. This blog is designed to provide resources to improve leadership skills, spark new thinking, and encourage leaders to take the brave next step.

You’ll find articles, tools, and reflections drawn from our work with leaders and organisations, helping you navigate the complexity of leadership with greater confidence and clarity.

The HR SPACE

Why burnout in HR is a ticking time bomb for business leaders and what to do about it

HR professionals spend their days supporting everyone else but who supports them? The HR Space is our pioneering supervision programme for senior HR leaders: a confidential, expertly facilitated environment to pause, reflect, and build resilience.

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Is time scarcity the hidden driver of burnout?

Is time scarcity the hidden cause of burnout? This blog reveals how leadership culture, workload, and organisational habits shape stress and what to do to protect well-being.

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The ripple effect of leadership: how people and culture shape each other

Leadership and culture don’t exist in isolation — they continually shape each other. When leaders shift how they show up, it ripples through the culture, influencing how people behave, collaborate, and perform.

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How leaders can take the brave next step

If you’d asked me 10 years ago what my career trajectory was, I would have said to you Chief People Officer of a medium to large growth business.

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Why businesses should take a sports-like approach to preparing for success

We expect leaders to step into high-stakes situations and perform, but without the structured preparation that athletes rely on to refine their skills, adapt their strategies, and strengthen their resilience.

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Are we so busy doing that we’ve forgotten the being?

What do you think your organisation considers success? Are there ‘being’ targets as well as the more traditional ‘doing’ ones?

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Leadership in a hybrid world—why optional authority isn’t enough

What if the real question in relation to remote or hybrid working isn’t whether employees are showing up, but how you are showing up as their leader? My latest blog looks at why authority isn’t an option and how to ensure you provide your team with the environment they need to progress.

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Peeling back the layers of self-doubt

In late 2020, The Body Shop carried out some market research in partnership with Ipsos and created their Self Love Index. It said that, globally, around half of us have greater self-doubt than self-love.

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Why resilience is critical for leaders

Resilience is the cornerstone of effective leadership, especially in times of ongoing uncertainty or challenge. For leaders, resilience is not just about enduring; it’s about thriving in difficult situations, learning from adversity, and guiding their teams through challenges.

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The role of self-belief in leadership and how to achieve it

Self-belief, also increasingly known as self-efficacy, is the belief in our own ability to complete tasks and achieve our goals. For this reason, it’s a cornerstone of effective leadership. It is vital for navigating the daily uncertainty and risks that come with leadership responsibilities.

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Why proactive leadership coaching can equip you for any challenge

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Leadership Journey

The Developing Leader Grid – leadership evolution

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Latest Podcast Episodes

Who Are You When You Lead?

I’m talking about what it really means to lead from within – starting with who you are, what you stand for, and the values that shape your decisions.

I share the story of how a misalignment between my personal values and my corporate role pushed me to make one of the biggest pivots of my life, and how clarity on my values became the foundation of my leadership.

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Leadership lessons from India: Legacy, adaptation, and impact

In this episode, I share a few powerful leadership lessons inspired by my recent trip to India. What began as a family adventure turned into an unexpected reflection on culture, adaptation, and legacy.

From the overwhelming chaos of the streets to the quiet brilliance of the Taj Mahal, I found myself thinking deeply about what it means to lead, to adapt, and to leave something meaningful behind.

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Why great leaders ask, not tell

I’m talking about one of the trickiest balances in leadership – knowing when to step in and when to step back.

Inspired by a moment with my son’s sports coach, I reflect on how leaders can help others learn to make decisions without taking over. We explore how coaching through questions, rather than instructions, can create real ownership, accountability, and growth within a team.

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Why we share these leadership resources

We don’t believe leadership is about having all the answers. It’s about asking better questions, staying curious, and creating the conditions for growth. 

This blog is one way we live out these values, sharing what we’re learning, exploring the challenges leaders face, and offering practical resources to improve leadership skills in your organisation.

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