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Doing More and Losing More While Unlocking the Divine Feminine Energetics of Burnout and Rebirth
She has done everything right, yet something still feels wrong. For high-achieving women who feel the weight of constant doing and the quiet ache for something more, this article explores the divine feminine energetics behind burnout and the invitation to rise in a new way.
11 hours ago5 min read


5 Ways AI Can Support Menopausal Leaders With Clarity, Confidence, and Calm
There’s a lot of noise about AI right now, wild promises, cute image generators, and the kind of advice that feels more Silicon Valley than human-centred. But here’s the thing: it’s here to stay...
3 days ago5 min read


How Emotional Intelligence Transforms Conflict into Team Resilience
Teams are emotional ecosystems, recognizing each person’s state is the first step toward building resilience. Conflict is a natural part of both personal and professional life, yet how we navigate...
3 days ago7 min read


How Good Girl Syndrome Impacts Professional Growth
You excel at getting things done. You’re praised for your diligence and your knack for keeping the peace in the office. Yet, somewhere deep inside, there’s a persistent sense that you’re not fully stepping into your power. This quiet, internal sabotage is Good Girl Syndrome at work – a conditioned script that may be the silent killer of your career growth.
5 days ago4 min read


Feminine Energy in a Masculine World and Embracing Your Power Without Compromise
For many centuries the world seemed to favour assertive and dominant approaches (which we would describe as masculine energy) so it has been refreshing to see women redefining what it means to lead and succeed by using feminine energy...
5 days ago7 min read


Building a Safe Space Starts With The Leader’s Role in Co-Creating Psychological Safety
In today’s fast-paced, complex business world, innovation, agility, and collaboration aren’t just nice to have, they are a prerequisite. These essential qualities don’t thrive in just any environment.
6 days ago4 min read


Leadership Is Heart Work, Not Hard Work
Somewhere along the way, we started believing that leadership was about how much you could endure. We celebrated leaders who worked the longest hours...
6 days ago3 min read


Wellbeing Starts at the Top – Why Leaders Matter More Than Ever
Those of you who read my previous Brainz article, ‘The Crucial Role of Personal Wellbeing in Effective Leadership’, will know I am keen to educate leaders and organisations on the symbiotic relationship between employee wellbeing and excellent leadership. This article looks at that topic from the opposite perspective, namely the importance of exceptional leadership for employee wellbeing.
7 days ago4 min read


When Success Feels Lonely and The Quiet Strength of Woman-to-Woman Connection
In the quiet spaces between meetings, school runs, inboxes and endless to-do lists, a particular kind of woman is silently struggling.
Apr 114 min read


Regal Poise and How Presence Speaks Before Words
Welcome to this new chapter in our journey through the world of authentic charisma. After exploring presence, eye contact, and the attitude behind personal magnetism, it’s time to shift our focus to a less discussed, yet equally powerful, dimension: the way we move and carry ourselves in the world.
Apr 106 min read


Are You Truly Leading Inclusively or Just Checking the Box?
Inclusion is more than a buzzword; it’s a leadership practice that demands more than good intentions and surface-level initiatives.
Apr 106 min read


Hiring “Will-Impact” Team Leaders
While there is nearly always a good supply of “can-do” prospects with their resumes on various internet sites, the executives...
Apr 105 min read


Empowering Women Leaders With Confidence and Self-Promotion in Male-Dominated Sectors
In today’s evolving workplace, women are making notable strides in leadership roles across various industries. However, despite the progress...
Apr 105 min read


The Illusion of Clear Communication and How to Finally Close the Gap
Have you ever walked out of a meeting thinking you nailed it, only to realize days later that your message didn’t hit the mark at all?
Apr 104 min read


Lead with Strategy, Not Just Skill
Success in the fast-paced world of contemporary business takes strategic vision in addition to a robust skill base. Aspiring...
Apr 104 min read


Why Exemplary Leadership Is A Key Component For Moving Beyond A Zero-Sum Mindset
Exemplary executives, leaders, and entrepreneurs can be their best without feeling superior to others. Unfortunately, this attitude...
Apr 84 min read


Why Psychological Safety Is the Key to Creating High-Performing Teams and Avoiding Burnout
There’s a phrase that gets thrown around in the workplace a lot these days: psychological safety. And while it might sound like another...
Apr 84 min read


The Three Overlooked Essentials of Executive Visibility Beyond Presence
Gorgeous, have you heard how presence and presentation are fundamental for visibility? I guess you have heard a lot about it.
Apr 83 min read


Where Do We Go From Here? – Unleashing CEO Expertise Through Authorship and Public Speaking
In a world that is continuously evolving, where every tick of the clock ushers in a new trend, CEOs teeter on the brink of a daunting...
Apr 83 min read


How to Stay Resilient as a Leader During Hard Times
In the landscape of leadership, challenges often emerge unexpectedly, demanding not only practical solutions but also a deep commitment...
Apr 74 min read


Why Succession Planning Matters for Creating a Lasting Leadership Legacy
As I reflect on my 30-year tenure as CEO of Disability Direct, one lesson stands above all: succession planning is not just a procedural...
Apr 73 min read


How Conscious Breathing Can Enhance Decision-Making and Performance of Business Leaders
A deep dive into how breathwork can help entrepreneurs and executives stay calm, focused, and innovative under pressure.
Apr 74 min read


Celebrating the Women Who Shaped Zondra TV
There’s this famous quote by Shirley Chisholm: “If they don’t give you a seat at the table, bring a folding chair.” It takes a little of...
Apr 74 min read


The Strong Independent Woman Mask and Why Hyper-Independence Is Keeping You Stuck
We love to say it. Wear it like a badge of honor. "I’m a strong, independent woman.” But what if that very independence we’re so proud...
Apr 73 min read
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