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The coaching posture: a shift that elevates performance
The coaching stance: a shift that elevates performance Dear leaders, In May, coaching takes centre stage! This year, the ICF Converge Summit welcomes professional coaches to Paris for 3 days of continuous learning. It's also a time for me to step back, listen, learn alongside my peers, and make inspiring connections! …
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Do you lead culture with intention?
Dear Leaders, In this April edition, I invite you to reflect on something that already shapes everything you do: your culture. Can you clearly define it? And more importantly; are you truly living it, every day? In this issue, I share a practical lens to help you reflect on your…
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Behind the scenes of a leadership reset: a business case
Behind the scenes of a leadership reset: a business case This month, I’d like to share news from the field. A few weeks ago, I stepped in to help the leadership team of an EdTech group. A lot had happened in a short time: – Acquisition by an investment fund – Digital acceleration – A new CRM – Changes…
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Are you intentionally building trust?
Are you intentionally building trust? Dear Leaders, I hope you are well. As for us at The Laughing Willow, we are starting the year with a fresh new look and a lot of energy to support organisations on their leadership journey. This month, I want to talk about something I see every day in teams: trust. –…
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A moment to reflect on my 2025 before stepping into 2026
A moment to reflect on my 2025 before stepping into 2026 Dear Leaders, In 2026, be enchanted by your achievements and celebrate every step. Whichever path you choose, may you find good health and joy along the way. January is made for that kind of moment. A breath. A look back before moving forward. And…
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Closing the year with connection
Closing the year with connection Dear Leaders, The end of the year always feels a little special to me. I love taking a step back, reflecting on the impact of the past months and reading messages from my clients. They always remind me why I do this work. I invite you to take a moment…
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Open the field of possibilities
Open the field of possibilities Dear leaders, Happy November! As we gently step into the winter season, I hope this month’s note brings you warmth and inspiration. This time, I want to share something very special: a nugget straight from France: La Forêt des Possibles. It’s an invitation to pause, reconnect and rediscover how your team…
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Ace your end-of-year reviews: the practical guide for managers
Acing Year-End Reviews: The Practical Guide for Managers Year-end reviews... for some, whether managers or employees, this can be a dreaded time. I remember one of my first appraisals: I received generic “well done” comments, and I imagine (now) that my manager meant well. But I didn't know...
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One tomato at a time: staying effective in September
One tomato at a time: staying effective in September Dear Leaders, September always brings that mix of energy and overwhelm, doesn’t it? Between work deadlines, personal life, and year-end closures approaching, it can feel like a juggling act. This month, I want to share a few of my own little tricks to stay on…
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3 leadership insights I loved most this year (so far)
Hi there, Before I slow down for August, I wanted to drop a special Inspiring Connections edition in your inbox. I’ve looked back at everything I’ve shared since January and picked out the three pieces you loved the most – to read (or reread) with your morning coffee, or maybe a chilled glass of wine in the evening (always in…
