In my last article, I introduced an idea I’ve started calling The Quiet MiddleTM. It's the space between starting...
The Quiet Middle™: When progress stops feeling like progress
It started at 2 am I had a bit of a eureka moment a few weeks ago. I was wide awake at 2am and my brain was whirring...
Six Years in Business: Six Lessons Learnt The Hard Way
Six years ago I still remember the day. I was sitting in the studio at our old house, crying. The voice inside my head...
The Great Kiwi Shutdown: Why Intentional Rest (or Work) Matters
Every year from late November onwards, you start hearing it everywhere: "I want this done before we break for...
Why multi-tasking is a myth – and what truly drives productivity
If you're like most people I know, you lead a very busy life. And many of us secretly pride ourselves on being skilled...
Juggling it all? How to balance multiple roles without losing yourself
Lately, I’ve noticed a theme in conversations with clients, colleagues, and friends: we’re all juggling something.......
High Performance Without the Hustle: Rethinking What It Means to Achieve More
You’re doing everything ‘right.’ Showing up. Ticking the boxes. Keeping all the plates spinning. Basically you're...
How to Set Boundaries At Work Without Guilt: A Guide for High Achievers and Leaders
You’re the one people turn to. The problem-solver. The one who gets it done—often at your own expense. You care...
Self-Compassion: The Secret Ingredient for High Performance
Self-Compassion Will Make Me Soft "If I start being kind to myself, won't I lose my edge and become lazy and...
How to Say No Without Guilt or Regret: A Leader’s Guide to Boundaries
Saying No: The Struggle Is Real “Every year, it feels like I start crawling toward the end of the year earlier” one...