Mind the gap – Supporting Clinicians Transitioning into Leadership Roles
As one of the largest employers with some 1.4 million staff, working for the NHS offers opportunities for career advancement, with a wide variety of paths and the support of training and development resources designed to ensure the highest level of patient care. Internal promotion benefits both the employees and the organisation Employees can build […]
Recognising and Managing Workplace Stress: A Guide for Teams
In recognition of National Stress Awareness Day “a day dedicated to promote health and wellbeing while sharing strategies to prevent burnout”, it’s timely to look at how stress affects individuals and team in the workplace. Understanding the signs of stress, its impact on team dynamics, and effective strategies to manage it can make a meaningful […]
Navigating Change and Building Strong Hybrid Teams
Hybrid working has become the standard for many workers – combining the flexibility of remote work with the collaborative environment of the office. A hybrid environment can be a significant obstacle to navigating change successfully. Benefits of Hybrid Work Data from the Office for National Statistics shows that 44% of UK workers worked remotely in […]
Embracing Change – Insights from Our New Managing Director John Monahan
In our latest blog post, our new Managing Director John Monahan shares his reflections on his first few weeks in the position and outlines what to expect from Insightful Exchange moving forward. Your Journey So Far: How have your first two months been? The past couple of months have been intriguing as I adjusted to […]
Insightful Exchange – A New Chapter
I am delighted to announce leadership changes at Insightful Exchange that mark the beginning of a new chapter for the company. Effective May 2024, I will be transitioning from the role of Managing Director to become a strategic advisor and focus on the delivery of Therapeutic Coaching to clients, I will remain a Director of the […]
Navigating the Boardroom: The Importance of Board Simulation Programmes for Newly Appointed Executive Directors
Stepping into the role of an Executive Director can be a daunting experience, often accompanied by a sense of vulnerability and performance anxiety. Aspiring and newly appointed Executive Directors recognise the importance of confidence within the board setting, as confident and capable performance is vital to being effective in this environment. To navigate the complexities of […]
Harnessing The Power of Diverse Team Strengths
Change and volatility within an organisation and from the external environment exert pressure on teams. Research shows that when a team possesses a diverse set of strengths, it is consistently more agile, able to adapt and achieves higher quality outcomes. Let’s look at how teams with a diverse set of strengths function differently, how to […]
Optimising Your Christmas Downtime: Recommendations for Rest, Recovery, and Rejuvenation
Hopefully most of us will get some down time over Christmas, it has been a challenging year on many levels and some time away from work is a valuable opportunity to recharge and return to work with renewed energy and focus. One of the challenges as a leader is to create time and space for […]
A Christmas List for Leaders – Tips for wrapping up the year with your team
As the end of the year approaches, it is an ideal opportunity for leaders to acknowledge and celebrate the collective achievements of their teams. These five handy tips encourage your team to finish the year on a positive note and set the tone for a motivated and productive start to the new year. Recognise the […]
Nurturing Your Mental Health: World Mental Health Day Reflections
“Self-compassion and self-care are not selfish, they are selfless”. Today, on World Mental Health Day, it is timely to give some thought to some approaches to managing your mental health. Connection with self : Making regular connections with our feelings is good practice for our mental health and well-being. We are often tempted to bury […]
