Leading Self
Leading Self
29 ArticlesConnecting from the Heart
8 ArticlesReflecting for Progress
15 ArticlesMotivating Success
1 ArticleElement: Leading Self
Reflective leadership is a transformative approach that balances deep self-awareness with genuine empathy and continuous growth. Practices associated with this...
Practice: Reflecting for Progress
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Practice: Motivating success
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Practice: Connecting from the heart
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Book: Mindset, Carol Dweck
Renowned psychologist Carol Dweck, from Stanford University, has spent decades researching what drives achievement and success. Her groundbreaking discovery? The...
Book: Inner Excellence, Jim Murphy
Looking for more joy and confidence in your life? Discover the transformative guide that has shaped world champions, empowered top...
Book: Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can’t Stop Talking, Susan Cain
Discover the book that ignited the Quiet Movement, transforming how the world views introverts—and how introverts perceive themselves. Providing validation,...
Book: The Dreaming Path, Paul Callaghan & Uncle Paul Gordon
Explore timeless wisdom through this book, which respectfully shares insights and practices inspired by Aboriginal spirituality to nurture well-being and...
Tool: The Leadership Circle Profile
The Leadership Circle Profile™ (LCP) provides a detailed snapshot in time, enabling leaders to answer the question: “How are my...
Book: Emotional Intelligence 2.0, Travis Bradberry
In the high-stakes world of modern workplaces and unpredictable economic landscapes, we’re all on the lookout for tools to help...
Book: Boundaries, Cloud & Townsend
Take control of your life and discover the power of healthy boundaries! Learn how to set limits with your spouse,...
Book: Crucial Conversations, Patterson; Grenny; McMillan
“Crucial Conversations” highlights the pivotal moments that shape our lives, relationships, and the world around us. Described by Stephen R....
Journal Article: Ethics, character, and authentic transformational leadership behavior
Abstract The morality of transformational leadership has been sharply questioned, particularly by libertarians, “grass roots” theorists, and organizational development consultants....
Journal Article: Conscious Capitalism: Leaders and Organizations with a World View.
Abstract This article focuses on the development of conscious and world-centric leaders and businesses and, ultimately, conscious capitalism. In order...
Journal Article: Authentic Leadership: Development and Validation of a Theory-Based Measure
Abstract This study developed and tested a theory-based measure of authentic leadership using five separate samples obtained from China, Kenya,...
Book: Beginning Reflective Practice, Melanie Jasper
Melanie Jasper’s Beginning Reflective Practice introduces the concept of reflective practice, particularly in healthcare and nursing. The book provides frameworks...
Journal Article: The origins and conceptualizations of ‘triple-loop’ learning: A critical review
Abstract In the organizational learning literature a variety of concepts exists denoting some third order of organizational learning, notably that...
Journal Article: Pathways for Positive Identity Construction at Work: Four Types of Positive Identity and the Building of Social Resources
Abstract In this paper we organise research on work-related identities into a four-perspective typology that captures different ways identities can...
Tool: The GIVE Model
The GIVE model of positive identity explains four of the most common ways a person might respond positively to the...
Book: Teaching Smart People How To Learn, Chris Argyris
Chris Argyris’ Teaching Smart People How to Learn explores why highly skilled professionals often struggle with learning. He argues that...
Journal Article: Asking the right questions: The role of reflection for learning in and between projects
Abstract Learning is crucial for project-based organisations to improve and survive. As reflection is essential for learning in and between...
Method: Wellbeing
The Outback Futures Wellbeing Windmill is a practical and holistic framework that helps individuals take charge of their mental health...
Method: DiSC
The DISC model is a simple yet powerful tool that helps us understand different behavioural styles – how we tend...
Method: Leadership Circle Profile
The Leadership Circle Profile is a brilliant tool for leaders who are ready to go deeper into self-awareness and leadership...
Method: Johari Window
The Johari Window is a simple but powerful tool to help leaders build self-awareness and stronger relationships. It’s made up...
Method: 5 Levels of Leadership
John Maxwell’s 5 Levels of Leadership is a helpful roadmap for understanding how leaders grow and influence others over time....
Method: Above the Line // Below the Line
The Above the Line / Below the Line model is a simple tool that helps leaders become more aware of...
Method: Ladder of Inference
The Ladder of Inference, developed by Chris Argyris, helps us understand how quickly we can jump to conclusions, often without...
Method: Emotional Intelligence
Daniel Goleman’s Emotional Intelligence (EQ) model is all about how we understand and manage emotions – our own and other...
Method: Trust
Stephen Covey’s model of trust, especially in his book The Speed of Trust, breaks trust down into two core components:...
Method: Trust – BRAVING
Brené Brown’s Anatomy of Trust breaks trust down into seven clear, relatable behaviours – what she calls BRAVING: Boundaries, Reliability,...
Journal Article: Confronting COVID: Crisis Leadership, Turbulence, and Self-Care
The article “Confronting COVID: Crisis Leadership, Turbulence, and Self-Care” examines how school leaders managed the extraordinary challenges brought on by...
Article: Are You Ready to Be Coached?
Brenda Steinberg’s “Are You Ready to Be Coached?” challenges professionals to look inward before diving into coaching. Coaching isn’t just...