School trips aren't just for the kids...new and unusual perspectives on old problems can bring new solutions

This month’s recommended book is Brave New Work by Aaron Dignan.

If leaders focus on building high-trust relationships, the need for visibility becomes obsolete.

This month’s recommended pages are from Brené Brown’s Dare to Lead – Brave Work. Tough Conversations. Whole Hearts.

A good leader can lead when times are good, but an outstanding leader can lead when times are tough. Check out our handy hints for dealing w

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Let me introduce you to Big Ron Cox … my dad. We’re going to hear from him in just a sec, but I should probably explain what he’s doing h...

In order to make things tick in all areas of my life, I have always assumed the role of Project Manager, the holder of the mental load, t...

Here at FPB we absolutely love Sir John Timpson. Not only does he come across as a true gentleman, his leadership style is something to b...

I don’t know about you, but I think New Year’s Resolutions suck. If I want to change something, I want to do it now. Why wait until the m...

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My world has just radically changed. After 12 years of living in London, I’ve just landed back in my homeland, New Zealand. Now that migh...