March is a big month for me as I celebrate my 50th birthday, and with that, I’ve been reflecting on some of the biggest lessons I’ve learned along the way. One question I get asked a lot is: How did you get into professional speaking? It wasn’t a straight road. In fact, my career has […]
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When we set out to improve our energy, wellbeing, or performance, we often aim for big, sweeping changes. We think we need to completely overhaul our diet, sign up for a marathon, or commit to a drastic new routine. But here’s the paradox: the most effective, sustainable changes are usually the smallest ones, when done
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This month, I’ve been exploring paradoxes—particularly the tension between wellbeing and high performance. Can we truly have both? I believe we can. Last week, I shared the idea of being arsed—the importance of taking small actions today that prevent bigger problems down the line. This week, I want to tackle another paradox: the desire for
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When we think of the term sliver we tend to think about cake or cheese…. Perhaps at the end of a meal you’re offered dessert or a another serving from the cheeseboard and you think “oh I’ll just have a sliver.” You could think of recovery in the same way. Taking a sliver of recovery
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As we approach the end of December, it’s natural to start thinking about how to kick off the new year with focus and momentum. Whether it’s preparing for a sales kickoff, rallying your team for January, or setting the stage for personal goals, one truth stands out: business is often more predictable than we give
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As we approach the final stretch of the year, many of us feel as if we’re competing in a personal “Wimbledon” every day—constantly facing high-stakes tasks, tight deadlines, and the pressure to perform at our peak. Recently, I’ve spoken at many events, masterclasses, and client town halls, and a recurring question keeps popping up: “Every
Control What You Can: Small Steps to End-of-Year Resilience Read More »
In a recent YouTube podcast I watched with Dr. Stacy Sims, I came across a concept that really resonated with me: fuelling for the task ahead. Dr. Sims is a prominent voice on perimenopause and training for older women. She shares really great content, that as a woman in perimenopause woman, really strikes a chord
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We all know that spending time in nature is good for the soul. Whether it’s the peaceful stillness, the fresh air, or the beauty of the trees, walking in the woods can bring a sense of calm and rejuvenation. But did you know there’s a scientific reason why being in the forest can make you
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Welcome back from the summer break! Refreshed from a break and as we dive into the final quarter of the year, many of us feel a renewed energy for making changes. Whether it’s embracing a new way of working, building healthier habits, or setting goals for better wellbeing, now is the perfect time to reflect
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Welcome to the next series of SNAPs (Short, Novel and Practical) where I will be diving into the PREPARE phase of the Cadence Approach, specifically looking at preparing for big events in work and life, so we’re in the best possible shape to achieve the best possible outcomes. Often we can predict when the big
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