Mindfulness Matters. To stay calm, focused, and able to adapt to shifting situations with an open mind gives business leaders a powerful and competitive advantage. It’s a skill which, went learnt, can decrease stress levels and prevent burn-out, improve decision-making,

For the uninitiated, mantra lounges are not your typical wellness spots. Unlike traditional yoga studios and meditation centres, which can feel intimidating to newcomers (and let’s face it, elitist and pretentious, too), mantra lounges are unique in the sense that

Diwali, the Festival of Lights, is one of the most important holidays in Hinduism, Jainism, and Sikhism. It’s traditionally marked by celebrations, food, and decorations, with five solid days of celebrations starting on 28th October. But Diwali grows in popularity, YouGov

It’s dog-eat-dog world, and nowhere does it bite harder than when it comes to closing sales. Words such as ‘fast-paced’ and ‘competitive’ don’t begin to describe the realities of a situation where the pressure to land that account is often

Conflict in the workplace costs British businesses nearly £30billion a year in staff turnover and lost revenue. Yet most leaders handle it badly – and many make it worse. Some take a hardline approach by dominating conversations, issuing ultimatums, and ruling

As leaders, we are entrusted with shaping the culture, success, and future of our organisations. But the pressures to deliver results and to manage multiple tasks and individuals can and does lead to stress and anxiety. For many, this leads

In business, we’re often encouraged to “build our personal brand”, stand out from the crowd, and take credit for our work. But there’s a fine line between confidence and ego — and when leaders cross it, teams suffer. Ego-driven leadership is characterised by

By the early 1970s, the Beatles had played their final notes as a band. Paul McCartney announced his departure in April 1970, and though the legal paperwork dragged on until late 1974, the group’s final chapter had already closed. While the

You don’t need to be spiritual to burn out — but spirituality may be exactly what helps you recover. As someone who spent 20 years as a monk before returning to professional life, I’ve come to believe the real threat

Business leaders have spent the past decade working to build more inclusive organisations. ESG reporting is now routine, diversity strategies are in place across most sectors, and stakeholder engagement is widely treated as a business priority. But despite all of this,