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Management
Why Emotional Intelligence Is the Real Leadership Advantage
Most people think leadership starts when you have a team. I’ve learned the hard way: leadership starts when you have a moment. A moment where something triggers you. A client pushes back. A partner misunderstands you. Your calendar is chaos. Your chest tightens. Your mind races. And right there—before you say the thing, before you...Read More
A New Financial Year Starts on 1 March – This Is a Leadership Test
March is not a planning month.It’s a governance month. For most businesses, 1 March marks the start of a new financial year. Budgets are approved. Targets are locked. Assumptions are embedded into forecasts that will quietly dictate behaviour for the next 12 months. And here’s the uncomfortable truth most CEOs avoid: By March, the organisation already knows...Read More
The Missing Link in Business
The Missing Link in Business Growth: Why Every Scaling Founder Needs a Fractional COO Introduction: You’re Scaling, But At What Cost? You’ve built the business. The product works. The clients are coming in. But under the surface? Your team is stretched thin. You’re in every decision. Your systems are more duct tape than structure. And...Read More
Blog Series – Final Blog 3: The Coaching Support You Didn’t Know You Needed
Why even the strongest coaches need someone in their corner. Most people think going solo is the brave part. But the real courage? It’s admitting when the silence gets heavy. You’re a coach. You’re trained to listen. To guide. To hold space. But when it’s you that needs holding—where do you turn? You’ve probably got...Read More
Systems Are a Journey-Not a Destination
Let’s be honest. If you’re building a business-or stepping into a new chapter-you’ve probably felt that internal tug-of-war between wanting more structure and not wanting to lose your freedom. It’s a common one. Especially for creatives, founders, and purpose-led leaders. We say things like, “I’ll sort out the systems once I’ve got more time,” or...Read More
Blog Series – Blog 1: You’re Not Just On Your Own—You’ve Been Doing It Alone Too Long
The quiet cost of coaching solo, and a better way forward. Let’s be honest. You didn’t become a coach because you wanted to manage CRMs, payment systems, contracts, social media content calendars, or app integrations. You became a coach because you care about people. Because you’ve lived through some things. Because you want your work...Read More
Learning what you can and cannot control: A business owners’ reality
If this blog has sparked your interest, then this is something you are currently struggling with: control. I have had my own business for just over 5 years, and this is still a continuous battle. I struggle with a bit of OCD (my husband would probably disagree with the ‘bit’ part) so I really struggle...Read More
Personal Perspective: Navigating South Africa’s Economic Challenges
As a business and executive coach, I find myself deeply concerned about the current state of South Africa’s economy and its impact on everyday citizens. Having spent over three decades in corporate and now dedicating my career to empowering others, I feel a strong responsibility to unpack the implications of recent economic developments. For me,...Read More
Strategic Budgeting for Business Success in South Africa’s Dynamic Economy
As a business coach with a passion for empowering organisations to thrive, I understand the critical role budgeting plays in navigating the complexities of South Africa’s economy. Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur or a corporate leader, mastering the art of budgeting is essential for achieving sustainable growth, especially in our unique economic landscape. South Africa’s...Read More
The Power Play: Why Even Coaches Need Coaches
The image of a lone wolf – a maverick crushing it without needing a helping hand – is tempting, isn’t it? But after 30 years in the corporate trenches, I’ve learned that even the sharpest tools need sharpening. And that’s especially true for us coaches! It might seem a bit backwards at first. We’re the...Read More
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