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Peak Cynicism – are we there yet?

By Simon Bird / June 30, 2023 /

Peak Cynicism – are we there yet? Cynicism isn’t new – but it does feel quite pervasive in the organisations in which I’m working with…

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What do you really want from people? 5 top tips which will help you provide clarity for people

By Simon Bird / March 22, 2023 /

In today’s fast-paced work environment, providing clarity is more important than ever. In fact, it can be the difference between success and failure for both…

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It’s CHAOS – what’s the point in talking about leadership?

By Simon Bird / March 11, 2023 /

I’ve been grappling with a question. Broadly, what is the point in talking with busy people about leadership when it seems like their world is going…

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If someone in your team doesn’t follow the norms – are they a psychopath?

By Simon Bird / November 30, 2022 /

If someone in your team doesn’t follow the norms – are they a psychopath? Why do people follow norms – and do what’s expected of…

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Is There a Shadow Side to Humble Leadership?

By Simon Bird / August 15, 2022 /

Humble leadership – it used to be very on trend.  I first came across it when it seemed like everyone was reading ‘Good to Great’…

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Why am I ugly crying at the TV? Neuroscience and Empathy: Why We Can Share Feelings with Others

By Simon Bird / August 15, 2022 /

Have you ever felt like you could feel the emotions someone else was experiencing, even though you weren’t going through what they were?   People who…

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It’s the relationships, stupid…

By Simon Bird / October 28, 2021 /

It was in Bill Clinton’s presidential race in 1992, when the phrase, ‘it’s the economy, stupid’ – was coined. It was one of three core messages…

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Are you being productive – or kidding yourself?

By Simon Bird / September 22, 2021 /

A few months ago I wrote about hybrid working, and how organisations had better be getting ready. Time has moved on, and I wanted to share…

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Unintended Consequences of your Stiff Upper Lip

By Simon Bird / August 29, 2021 /

The Unintended Consequences of your Stiff Upper Lip For any of us who support people, listen to them, encourage them and help them develop, it…

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Purpose seems to be the hardest word

By Simon Bird / November 28, 2020 /

Everyone’s talking about purpose. I talk about purpose a lot – usually with teams and individuals. But not so much about my purpose. But the…

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