The ‘Long Pole’ Approach
Ever wondered what a “long pole” has to do with leading a team for the first time? In this week’s Tea Break Coach video, we introduce a simple but powerful metaphor that helps new managers understand where their real limits—and opportunities—lie. It’s one of those ideas we nearly renamed… but it stuck, because it works.
Secrets to the 3 & 2
Ever wondered what a “long pole” has to do with leading a team for the first time? In this week’s Tea Break Coach video, we introduce a simple but powerful metaphor that helps new managers understand where their real limits—and opportunities—lie. It’s one of those ideas we nearly renamed… but it stuck, because it works.
The Power of Skill & Will
Success is driven by the right balance of skill and will. Skill is your capability — the knowledge and competence to perform well. Watch the video to find out more.
Game Changing News
Some game changing news.
Why Feedback Really Matters
Feedback is more than advice — it’s a sign of care and commitment. When shared with honesty and received with openness, feedback becomes a powerful tool for growth, leadership, and stronger connections
Where Can You Find Great Coaching Questions
In this short video, I share how re-recording my book It’s Not Bloody Rocket Science reminded me of the powerful coaching questions I’d forgotten I’d written.
What Recording an Audiobook Taught Me About Growth
Turning my book into an audiobook taught me more than I expected. Here’s what I learned about growth, resilience, and asking the questions that matter.
The Secret to Effective Performance
Buried under a mountain of tasks? Not sure where to start? In this video, we reveal the simple secret to cutting through the overwhelm and boosting your performance.
Why High Achievers Feel Like They’re Not Good Enough
Success doesn’t always come with confidence. Many high achievers battle a quiet sense of inadequacy, even as they rise. This isn’t failure—it’s often a reflection of self-awareness, ambition, and the internal pressure to keep pushing forward. Let’s explore why feeling like a fraud might mean you’re right where you need to be
The Best Coaching Question
This short video shares a coaching question that genuinely stopped me in my tracks – and I’ve used it ever since. Watch now for a quick insight (and yes, there’s a new mug too).
Authenticity & Jan 6th: A 2-Min View
Why does January 6th still resonate with a forward-thinking perspective? Discover its link to authenticity and Adam Grant’s insights in 2 minutes.
The Power of Holding Space in Coaching Conversations
Creating calm, focused space during coaching allows clients to pause, think deeply, and uncover insights that truly shift their perspective. Watch the video.
The Problem-Solving Mantra I Use Again and Again
Sometimes life doesn’t line up neatly — and that’s where mindset matters. In this post, I share one of my favourite problem-solving mantras: “If you can’t hide it, feature it.” Whether you’re leading a team, coaching a client, or facing the unexpected in your own day, this simple phrase can unlock new, practical ways to move forward.
The Power of Gets and Feels: A Simple Coaching Tool
The Gets and Feels coaching tool helps clients define what they want to achieve and how they want to feel, bringing clarity, motivation, and balance to every coaching conversation.
The Power of Contracting: Transforming Relationships
Learn how three simple shifts in perspective can help you handle tough conversations with more ease and purpose.
3 Perspectives to Enable Courageous Conversations
Learn how three simple shifts in perspective can help you handle tough conversations with more ease and purpose.
Turning Feedback Into Action
Feedback is only useful if you know what to do with it. This short video shows you how to turn comments into confident next steps—fast and effectively.
Redefining Imposter Thinking for IWD 2025
Thinking takes energy too! In this Tea Break Coach video, discover how the Sphere of Influence can help you stop overthinking in seconds—freeing up focus and saving you hours.
Maximise Your Energy: A Quick Tip to Stop Overthinking
Thinking takes energy too! In this Tea Break Coach video, discover how the Sphere of Influence can help you stop overthinking in seconds—freeing up focus and saving you hours.
A Simple 3-Minute Tip to Maximise Learning ROI
Whether you’re attending a conference, reading a book, or listening to a podcast, this quick 3-minute tip will help you take away more value from every experience.
Make Training Stick: Turn New Skills into Lasting Habits
To make training stick, focus on practical steps to use new knowledge right away and share it with others. In just 66 days, you can turn learning into lasting habits that truly make a difference!
Unlock Personal Growth with the 70:20:10 Learning Model
Start the New Year by unlocking your potential with the 70:20:10 model.
Breaking Free from Overthinking
Overthinking and catastrophising can amplify stress by focusing on worst-case scenarios or replaying situations endlessly. Learn how to recognise these patterns, stay present, and take practical steps to regain control and confidence.
Success vs. Failure: What Teaches Us More?
Do we truly learn more from failure, or is success the better teacher? This video unpacks conflicting studies, including the 15% failure rule, and explores how embracing ambiguity can lead to deeper insights and better leadership decisions.
