Leaders often wonder how to build a High-Performing Team. The key is to combine clear expectations, open communication, and emotional intelligence to create an environment where team members feel motivated, accountable, and confident in delivering their best work. By implementing these practical strategies, you can enhance team performance while also increasing your influence as a leader.
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If you want to avoid clogging your prospects or clients’ LinkedIn inboxes with even more text messages, learning how LinkedIn Voice Notes Can Boost Sales Conversations is crucial. In a world where everyone’s competing for attention, using your voice helps you stand out, sound more authentic, and build genuine rapport. Many of my clients and I, who have experienced this ourselves, are seeing a 20–30% increase in sales conversions simply by replacing written messages with short, thoughtful voice notes that convey a sense of humanity, personal connection, and authenticity.
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If you’re serious about building a lasting business, exploring how customer feedback drives business growth is essential. The best leaders and business owners understand that growth does not solely result from strategy meetings or sales targets; it comes from truly understanding the people you serve and acting on their feedback. When you view customer feedback as insightful rather than critical, it becomes one of your most valuable tools for improving performance, loyalty, and achieving long-term success.
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In sales, motivation and resilience are not just optional qualities; they are essential for sustained performance and long-term success. So, when discussing how to build motivation and resilience in your sales team, it’s important to recognise that this process involves more than quick fixes or catchy motivational phrases. It requires creating an environment where individuals can thrive under pressure, remain engaged, and bounce back stronger after setbacks. In my experience, the most successful sales teams are built intentionally through consistent coaching, structured training, and a genuine investment in their people.
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Many leaders know when a conversation needs to happen, but they delay it. Maybe it’s a performance issue, a clash of personalities, or a team member whose attitude is starting to affect morale. The hidden cost of avoiding difficult conversations with your team is that the problem does not go away; instead, it worsens over time. What starts as discomfort soon turns into frustration, reduced trust, and declining performance. While avoidance may seem easier in the short term, it gradually undermines your team’s culture and your credibility as a leader.
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Exceptional customer service doesn’t happen by chance; it’s built on clear principles, consistent habits, and a culture of care. Over the years, I’ve seen the difference between teams that serve customers and those that genuinely connect with them. The best don’t just follow scripts or processes; they live by a set of principles that shape every interaction. I call these the 4Ps of Customer Service: Purpose, Presence, Proactivity, and Personalisation.
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Stop avoiding difficult conversations about budget, fit, and challenges, and I don’t just mean in theory. I’m talking about the conversations your salespeople are struggling to have with prospects and existing clients. Too often, leaders just like you see deals stall or opportunities slip away, and the root cause isn’t lack of effort; it’s avoidance. Your team might be reluctant to discuss budget constraints, assess fit, or address challenges directly, and this hesitation is costing both revenue and confidence.
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Micromanagement is one of the fastest ways to drain motivation, kill creativity, and erode trust in a team. If you’ve ever caught yourself checking and double-checking every detail, stepping in too quickly, or struggling to let go, you’re not alone. Many leaders slip into micromanaging without even realising it. Many leaders fall into the habit of micromanaging without even realising it. However, there is a positive way forward: Stop micromanaging and lead with emotional intelligence instead.
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Delivering excellent customer service is no longer optional; it’s a competitive necessity. In today’s fast-moving marketplace, customers have higher expectations, less patience, and more choice than ever before. That’s why this blog on 5 Customer Service Challenges and How to Overcome Them will give you practical insight into the common pitfalls teams face, along with proven strategies to overcome them.
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I know how busy you are, so when I put my newsletter together each month, I ensure it’s concise, practical, and worth your time. Consider it a quick dose of inspiration and actionable ideas you can implement right away.
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