Unlocking Leadership Effectiveness

In this episode of the Leadership Effectiveness Podcast, I discuss the human-centric element of leadership teams with Top Team Performance Expert Andrew Lopianowski. 

Being a highly effective team and being good leadership team are similar but not the same. The team can't start thinking about how the...

Have you truly stress-tested your talent strategy?

As you map out your approach for the year ahead, a key question to consider is: Are you prioritising a "build" or "buy" approach to talent?

🔹 Build: Developing internal talent, equipping high-potential leaders with the skills and experiences they ...

Demand for leaders who can demonstrate a high level of leadership agility often tops my clients’ executive assessment requirements.

This much-sought-after skill is critical for organisations aiming to develop a flexible, mobile and resilient workforce who can thrive in ambiguity. Those leaders who ...

Building a complimentary high-performing team that's hitting its revenue and profit goals and pulling together can be a challenging task.

In this episode of the Leadership Effectiveness Podcast, I interview Executive Search Expert Guy Day from BartonRock to discuss the role an external consultant ...

Leading with Clarity: Summer brings a whirlwind of expectations: fun adventures, family gatherings, taking time off work, and catching up on hobbies. The demands may vary, but a common question prevails—how will you manage it all?

As a leader, ensuring a successful summer while fulfilling your lead...

Bringing together great talent is just the beginning. The real challenge? Turning that talent into a high-performing team with collective energy, vision, and direction. 💡

Your team is the engine house of your brilliance—if they’re not working together effectively, your business won’t reach its full...

In this episode we discuss the dynamics that are in play for high-pressure leadership teams and the impact greater access to well-being tools and strategies can have in enhancing the effectiveness of themselves and the team they serve. 

I interview Ian Kershaw, CEO of The Tranquil Mind, a well-being ...

As leaders, we’re often faced with countless decisions each day, ranging from strategic planning to minute operational details. The question is, how do we ensure that every choice we make is steering our team towards success?

Enter the powerful mindset epitomised by the British rowing team and Olym...

As you set ambitious goals for the year ahead, take a moment to ask yourself:

✅ Am I physically and mentally prepared to take on the challenges ahead?
✅ Have I dedicated enough time to focus on me?

At NewlandRock, we believe that great leadership starts with personal resilience, energy management,...

Transitioning from a peer to a leader can be one of the most challenging phases in any professional journey. This shift requires a delicate balance of authority, respect, and empathy.

The dynamics of the role change, and so do the expectations of the leader.

Here are some key challenges and strate...

According to our research at  NewlandRock these are the five most common roadblocks teams are currently face that stop them from reaching their next level of high performance.

We have worked with hundreds of individual leaders and leaderships globally to identify solutions to elevate their collecti...

These last few years have seen our global client community collectively highlight one clear priority – top team effectiveness.

With market dynamics continuing to pressure leadership teams’ decision-making, the need to understand the factors influencing impactful leadership and creating high-perform...

A coaching client recently came to me, frustrated that their introductions in meetings lacked impact. They realised they were defaulting to sharing their job title and tenure—failing to make a memorable impression on the leaders and stakeholders in the room.

To help, I developed a step-by-step guid...

The more uncertain your environment, the greater the opportunity—if you have the leadership skills to capitalise on it. 

Research has identified seven skills that, when mastered allow leaders to think strategically and navigate the unknown effectively. They are the abilities to anticipate, challeng...

Imagine the possibilities when you’ve reduced the number of meetings by 50%!

💡 This can lead to a more efficient and productive work culture.

One of the senior leadership teams I coach recently shared this result with me!  Excessive meetings—often spent sharing updates rather than collaborative st...

Transitioning into a leadership role is a challenging journey, and not everyone succeeds. Here are my key insights on how to navigate this transition successfully:

1. Redefining Success:

The most difficult part of this transition is redefining what success means. It’s no longer just about individu...

Leadership – As leaders, we often feel the urge to “do it all,” navigating various competing priorities within complex organisational landscapes. However, as we approach the end of 2024, it’s evident that trying to manage everything isn’t sustainable.

The start of a new year often provides the perfect opportunity to step back, reassess, and lay the groundwork for leadership success. Q1 isn’t just the beginning of the calendar year; it’s the launchpad for your personal and professional growth.  

Over the next few months, our monthly editions of L...