You don’t need to be more confident. You need to feel safe enough to be yourself. It’s a subtle distinction, but it changes everything. For decades, women have been told that confidence is the missing ingredient. That if we could just speak up more, take up space, and “own our brilliance”, we’d be fine. But […]
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Creating a coaching culture instead of a compliance culture
You can’t spreadsheet your way to trust. And yet, that’s what so many workplaces try to do. I see it all the time. Leaders who genuinely care about their people, stuck inside systems that value compliance over connection. Meetings about engagement. Tick-box reviews on wellbeing. Mandatory training that nobody remembers. It’s not that they don’t […]
You Can’t Pour From Empty (and You Were Never Meant To)
After eleven years living in the UK, I’ve just landed back in Australia with my family. Business continues as normal in ol’ Blighty, I’ll be back plenty, but family wise this is becoming home. But right now – the suitcases aren’t unpacked, the kids are jet-lagged, and my nervous system feels like it’s somewhere between […]
Finding our feet in the unknown
Earlier this year, our family made the decision to move internationally, back to Australia. We are stepping away from the known, the familiar rhythms of life, and into a space where almost nothing is certain. It is certain that business will continue here in the UK as normal. I will be back four times a […]
Holding it all together, during big life shifts
Right now, I’m in the middle of what I can only describe as a big life chapter. We’re packing up our home in the UK, and in just a few short days we’ll be saying goodbye – not just to this house, but to a whole season of our life here. If you’ve ever gone […]
Time management tools for women
The statistics speak for themselves. In 2024, according to the Mental Health Burnout Report, 93% of women said they felt high or extreme levels of pressure or stress in the past year. (That’s compared to 88% of men). So if you’re searching for the perfect time management tools for women with too much to do […]
From Trauma to Purpose-Driven Leadership: How Susanna rediscovered herself
“The project for Lead the Change was me.” When Susanna Petche joined One of many, she had no idea what that would mean. Diagnosed with complex PTSD and recovering from six months of complete burnout, she came seeking something – anything – that could help her feel like herself again. She found not just tools, […]
When you feel like you have nothing left to give, do this…
We all know that woman who is everyone’s saviour… or everyone’s doormat… depending on how you look at it. Maybe she’s you. She’s the one who is always there to listen to anyone with a problem. The one that you call at the last minute to babysit, the one who’s always there to co-host the […]
How to lead a team through change
In turbulent times, powerful leadership is crucial. Perhaps you’re going through a big organizational restructure; have some near-impossible deadlines looming or are facing big changes in your family life. Today I want to share a slightly different approach to how to lead a team through change – which can prove hugely effective. The importance of […]
4 ways to bring peace to troubled times
Wouldn’t it be great if everyone in your world gave you extra space in turbulent times? When the morning headlines are enough to send you crawling back to bed, and a quick glance at social media has steam coming out of your ears, it’s tempting to imagine your partner softly bringing you your favourite beverage, work […]
How to create change without burning out
When it comes to creating change, collaboration is Queen. Try to do everything yourself and you’ll burnout faster than you can say “who needs weekends off anyway?” And yet, when working with others has been a painful experience in the past, it’s understandable that it can be tempting to avoid conflict and shoulder the load […]
From Burnout to Business Leadership: How Elspeth gained clarity to grow
“Holy sh*t. I’m actually doing it.” That’s what Elspeth Rae said, sitting in her garden one quiet morning – not just reflecting, but realising that she was finally working on her business, not in it. But this moment of clarity came after a long, raw, and deeply transformational journey. In late 2019, Elspeth made a […]
What brings fulfilment in life?
If I asked you whether you wanted to feel fulfilled in your life – your work, your relationships, your contribution – you’d probably give a wholehearted YES, right? But if I asked how you could actually create that feeling: what brings fulfilment in life, or how we can know when we’re fully experiencing it, you […]
How to find more energy
Ask me how to find more energy so you can focus on the things that really matter to you, and the answer I give might surprise you. At One of many our Soft Power principle number one is “First, replenish your energy” – and as a doctor, you might expect me to advocate eight hours […]
How to lead through a crisis
In the past few years, I think all of us have been called to step up and lead through a crisis of one kind or another. Whether unofficially with your family, your community, your team – or in an official leadership position of some kind – those of us with the capacity to inspire others […]
From Skeptic to Changemaker: How Tabitha built a clinic that’s transforming lives
When Dr. Tabitha Morrison first heard about One of many, she wasn’t convinced. “I honestly thought it was some kind of cult,” she laughs. “There was Jo, the charismatic leader, the ‘sacred text,’ the conga line… I sat there thinking, what on earth have I signed up for?” But behind the humor, Tabitha was at […]
How to shift your energy
How often has this happened to you? You’re in your successful woman, save-the-world, I-can-do-it-all mode at work. And when you come home, with no chance to shift your energy, you end up running your dinner and evening like it’s another quarterly meeting. No sooner has your partner shared a frustration with their day than you’ve […]
Emotional Hygiene: The daily practice that keeps you clear, clean and calm
In today’s world, where there’s always something demanding our attention, it’s easy to forget one simple truth – our emotions need care, just like our body does. I call this emotional hygiene. Think of it as your daily emotional shower. Just as you wouldn’t go days without brushing your teeth (I hope!) emotional hygiene is […]
The most important question to ask yourself
The most important question to ask yourself if you want to create change might not be what you think. Most of us focus on what it is we want to DO. But there’s a shift that needs to happen before we take any kind of action. One that makes all the difference to how effective […]
The mental load isn’t invisible. It’s just ignored.
You know that feeling. You’ve remembered the birthdays. Filled in the school forms. Ordered the client gifts. Packed the PE kit. You’ve managed the calendar, the meals, the mood in the room – sometimes with a kind smile, sometimes with gritted teeth. And still, the feedback comes in: “You’re so organised.” “You’re amazing.” “Honestly, I […]