Persuasion; 3 steps to PERSUASIVE communication

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The “BIG IDEA” I’d like to share is the critical realization that effective persuasion is not a one-time act but a continuous, dynamic process that involves engaging your audience with a compelling narrative, creating relevance, encouraging feedback, and adapting based on responses.

I am not a communications expert, but I do know change management, and the most compelling part of change management is effective persuasive communication.… Read more

Mentoring; a Practical Guide

Rolling out an external mentoring program is more than just pairing up names and hoping for the best. This is the fourth instalment in mentoring; if you are new start here.

It’s about creating a strategic link between fresh perspectives and your business’s core needs. Let’s break down how we can make this relationship thrive, ensuring everyone from HR to the reporting officer and, of course, the mentee, is on the same page.… Read more

Blueprint for Mentoring

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How can I start the mentoring journey?

I hope I’ve persuaded you to consider External mentors, if not please refer to my last discussion or here . If you’re looking for External mentoring how can you make the most out of this for your rising stars.

Before we even start scouting for mentors, it’s smart to pin down what we want our mentees to get out of this experience.… Read more

Mentoring; unlocking workplace potential

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In an era where GEN Z and Millennial retention is a significant challenge, workplace mentoring has emerged as a guide to both individual careers and organizational paths to success and resilience. The evidence is compelling: when it comes to fostering job satisfaction, career progression, and organizational diversity, the role of mentoring is not just beneficial – it’s transformative. Last week I wrote about external mentoring, here’s some tangible evidence of the benefits of mentoring

The Mentee’s Journey: A Roadmap to Empowerment and Success

For the mentee, the benefits of a seasoned focussed mentor are not just statistically significant – they’re career-defining.… Read more

External Mentoring; the Advanced Leadership Catalyst

In today’s tough business world, it’s crucial to focus on developing young leaders. Mentoring is key here, and traditional in-house methods often fall short. External mentors can be a big help, offering a fresh, unbiased viewpoint that’s hard to find inside the company’s own walls. This approach can really kickstart a young leader’s growth and give them a deeper understanding of the business.… Read more