Balkin Coaching Leadership Insights

Yesterday  when I read the newspaper headlines, I decided that my blog on incivility in remote working could be delayed, as there is a more urgent and pressing topic that needs to be raised. Regular readers are familiar with RU OK conversations and the mental health continuum, yet I thought it was prudent to remind you of your responsibilities and what effective action can be taken to facilitate wellbeing in the workplace. Keyes framework provides a comprehensive understandin

For something different, this week I have recorded a short 40 second audio blog so click this link  or the picture and have a listen. Please click her e to read my past  blog on creativity.

Regular readers will be aware that one of the key elements of wellbeing is authentic relationships. To be really beneficial to our social contact needs to be varied, interesting, and meaningful. This week I was chatting to a client who has just started a new job as a CFO about the importance of forming strong connections with the people within his peer group, team and the broader organisation. The conversation reminded me of a study undertaken at the University of Kansas wh

Photo by Joao Tzanno on Unsplash Readers may be aware that this week I hosted a virtual lunch where we discussed Enhancing Leadership Capability and Wellbeing during uncertain times. I was asked ot record the session and decided I would share it with you all.   (sorry for  the little jump in the editing at the beginning, I cut out the part where everyone introduced themselves)   Since I am constantly telling you to take a   lunch break, please take time in the next few day