Blogs by Sarah Andrews

Having a “nice” team can feel like you’re doing a good job as a leader. There are no shouting matches, the atmosphere is pleasant, and everyone seems to get along. However, having a “nice” team can imply a superficial harmony and if you dig a little deeper, you might find…

At some point in our careers, we find ourselves asking the questions: Where am I going in this company? Is this job still right for me? Should I stay or should I go? The reasons vary. It might be boredom or being under-challenged. It could be isolation or feeling drained…

A common challenge leaders experience is having an ambitious team who focus on promotion at every opportunity. For many leaders in this situation, 1:1s can become daunting as the discussion consistently returns to the topic of promotion. It can be tricky to balance the individual’s ambition with the needs of the team…