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Forget one-shot training sessions! Our clients tell us, even after a decade, the tools gleaned from working with us are still in use.
Teams have truly internalised our approach and share our language. That’s because our goal is to empower you to become self-sufficient leaders. We equip you with models and frameworks, but we also encourage you to adapt and share them with your teams. Think of us as the tea that kickstarts your leadership journey – strong enough to get you going, but designed to empower you to brew your own success, one cup of tea at a time.
Discover expert insights from Dulcie Swanston to empower you at every leadership stage. Uncover strategies to unlock your team’s potential and propel your organization forward. Dive in now to go beyond the basics.
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Latest Articles, Videos & Podcasts
The third of the 8 Hats of Great Mentoring explores the Firm Foundation Builder. Learn why effective mentoring sometimes means providing practical guidance rather than asking coaching questions, and how sharing knowledge at the right time helps mentees develop skills, confidence and independence.
The second of the 8 Hats of Great Mentoring explores the Reassuring Strong Presence. Learn how recognising vulnerability, listening without judgement and offering reassurance can help mentoring partners feel supported, regain confidence and think more clearly.
Some of the most powerful mentoring happens outside the room. Meet the Well-Connected Sponsor, one of the eight hats great mentors wear.
Sometimes the kindest conversations are the ones everyone else is avoiding. Meet the Challenging Supporter, one of the eight hats great mentors wear.
Sometimes people don’t need another question – they need a firm foundation to build on. Meet one of the eight hats great mentors wear.
Great mentors know when to give advice and when to create space for someone to think. Meet the Confidence-Building Coach.
The first of the 8 Hats of Great Mentoring explores the Confidence Building Coach. Learn why asking the right questions, rather than providing answers, can build confidence, encourage independent thinking and make you a more effective mentor.
Sometimes the best mentoring response isn’t advice. It’s listening, reassurance and giving someone the space they need to think.
Great mentoring isn’t about having one tried-and-tested approach. It’s about recognising what someone needs in the moment and adapting how you show up.
A short series exploring the seven foundations that sit at the heart of how we think, work and perform more effectively.
