
Own Your Leadership Blog
Stories and Real Talk for Leaders

I’m Not Sure I Want to Be a Leader Anymore
Have you ever thought: “I’m not sure I want to be a leader anymore”? You’re not alone. Leadership isn’t always forever; sometimes the bravest step is reflecting on whether it still fits. Explore how coaching can help you re-engage with leadership or make a confident choice to move on.

How Secondary Gain Keeps Leaders Stuck in Behaviours That Don’t Work
Even when we know a leadership behaviour isn’t helping, we sometimes keep doing it. Why? It might be down to secondary gain – the hidden emotional payoff. In this blog, we explore how understanding these unconscious drivers can help you lead with more awareness, alignment, and ease.

Headteacher Priorities: Leading Through the Final Days of Term into the Summer Break
Leading the final days of term demands sharp headteacher priorities to manage chaos, emotions, and endless tasks. Discover practical tips to get over the line and make the most of your summer break.

The Power of Boundaries - my guest blog appearance
The Power of Boundaries - how leaders can manage time and boost productivity.

Unlocking the Power of Your Values: How Aligned Are You with What Matters Most?
Ever feel like leadership is pulling you in directions that don’t quite sit right? That quiet discomfort could be a values clash – and it’s more common than you think.
In this blog, we dive into why staying connected to your values isn’t just a ‘nice to have’ – it’s essential if you want to lead with authenticity, confidence, and resilience.

Let’s start leading like a Boss! One who balances their masculine and feminine energies.
Leadership isn’t about choosing between being assertive or compassionate – it’s about learning how to harness both. In this blog, we’re talking masculine and feminine energies (yes, even at work) and how blending them can help you lead with more ease, confidence, and impact.
