Confidence does not appear on command; it grows from evidence, belonging, and rhythm. When people doubt their capability, leaders can help them rebuild belief through intentional design. This piece explores six practices grounded in behavioural science and everyday leadership experience. A practical, human answer to the question: How do I lead when people lack confidence? The post How do I lead when people lack confidence? appeared first on Andi Roberts - Executive Coach | Leadership Trainer ...| Andi Roberts – Executive Coach | Leadership Trainer | Facilitator
John Scherer’s Five Questions That Change Everything is a guide to authentic leadership and self-discovery. By asking five simple but profound questions: What confronts me? What am I bringing? What runs me? What calls me? What will unleash me? He shows how everyday challenges become opportunities for growth and purpose. The post Five questions that change everything – John Scherer – Book summary appeared first on Andi Roberts - Executive Coach | Leadership Trainer | Facilitator.| Andi Roberts – Executive Coach | Leadership Trainer | Facilitator
Most leadership challenges are not about choosing between right and wrong, but between two versions of right. This article explores how to recognise and manage those recurring tensions, known as polarities, so that leaders can balance control and trust, stability and change, without losing coherence. The post How do I decide when both options seem right? (Managing polarities) appeared first on Andi Roberts - Executive Coach | Leadership Trainer | Facilitator.| Andi Roberts – Executive Coach | Leadership Trainer | Facilitator
How can you tell what kind of problem you’re really facing and lead accordingly? Using the Cynefin Framework, this article explores how leaders make sense of complexity, adapt their approach across five domains, and find clarity amid uncertainty. A practical guide to leading with awareness, experimentation, and collective sensemaking. The post How can I tell what kind of problem I’m really facing, and lead accordingly? (Cynefin framework) appeared first on Andi Roberts - Executive Coach |...| Andi Roberts – Executive Coach | Leadership Trainer | Facilitator
When pressure rises, most of us speed up. We act before we think. The simple sequence Stop, Breathe, Refocus, Choose helps leaders reclaim presence in the moment, quiet the body’s stress response, and choose composure over reaction. A practical guide to staying calm under pressure. The post How can I stay calm under pressure? Stop, Breathe, Refocus, Choose appeared first on Andi Roberts - Executive Coach | Leadership Trainer | Facilitator.| Andi Roberts – Executive Coach | Leadership Trainer | Facilitator
Like the woodcutter who paused to sharpen his axe, effective leaders know progress requires renewal. The SHARP EDGE framework helps teams reflect, refocus, and stay sharp over time. The post Sharpening the Axe: How leader and teams build their SHARP EDGE appeared first on Andi Roberts - Executive Coach | Leadership Trainer | Facilitator.| Andi Roberts – Executive Coach | Leadership Trainer | Facilitator
Leadership maturity begins where control ends. The Circle of Control reminds us that what defines us is not what happens, but how we meet what happens. This piece explores the mindset that turns reaction into responsibility. The post The Circle of Control: Leadership, choice, and the discipline of attention appeared first on Andi Roberts - Executive Coach | Leadership Trainer | Facilitator.| Andi Roberts – Executive Coach | Leadership Trainer | Facilitator
In today’s leadership culture, speed often masquerades as competence. This article explores why constant urgency narrows judgement and how senior leaders can restore reflection, clarity and performance through simple disciplines, including executive coaching. Slowing down may be the most strategic move a leader can make. The post The paradox of performance: Why senior leaders need space, not speed appeared first on Andi Roberts - Executive Coach | Leadership Trainer | Facilitator.| Andi Roberts – Executive Coach | Leadership Trainer | Facilitator
Discover how great leaders use the E + R = O formula: Event plus Response equals Outcome, to stay composed, intentional, and effective under pressure. Learn practical ways to lead with awareness, shape outcomes through choice, and build a culture of conscious leadership grounded in self-awareness and reflection. The post E + R = O: The leadership mindset that separates reaction from response appeared first on Andi Roberts - Executive Coach | Leadership Trainer | Facilitator.| Andi Roberts – Executive Coach | Leadership Trainer | Facilitator
Find more meaning in your leadership role through job crafting. Discover proven ways to redesign your work, relationships, and purpose for lasting energy.| Andi Roberts - Executive Coach | Leadership Trainer | Facilitator
Discover how self-actualisation, a key element of the EQ-i model of emotional intelligence, can help you live with greater purpose and fulfilment. Learn why it matters and explore eight practical exercises to connect your values, strengths, and goals.| Andi Roberts - Executive Coach | Leadership Trainer | Facilitator
Discover how to build trust at work using the three dimensions of trust: character, communication, and capability. Practical steps for leaders and teams.| Andi Roberts - Executive Coach | Leadership Trainer | Facilitator
Discover how Maslach’s burnout framework helps leaders motivate burned-out teams in 2025 by fixing six workplace mismatches in hybrid settings.| Andi Roberts - Executive Coach | Leadership Trainer | Facilitator
Learn how proactive coping builds resilience and helps leaders cope better with stress, anticipate challenges, and thrive in uncertain times.| Andi Roberts - Executive Coach | Leadership Trainer | Facilitator
Discover 5 daily self-regulation practices leaders can use to prevent burnout, boost resilience, and create stability in their teams.| Andi Roberts - Executive Coach | Leadership Trainer | Facilitator
Discover how to use OKRs to give your team focus. Explore their history, benefits, pitfalls, and best practices to connect everyday work with purpose.| Andi Roberts - Executive Coach | Leadership Trainer | Facilitator
Learn how to rebuild trust and resilience in your team after constant change with practical steps, strengths-based teaming, and a 60-day action plan.| Andi Roberts - Executive Coach | Leadership Trainer | Facilitator
How can I influence others without manipulating them? I explore five doors of influence: rationalising, asserting, negotiating, inspiring and bridging, to persuade with respect.| Andi Roberts - Executive Coach | Leadership Trainer | Facilitator
How can I clarify decision rights to make meetings more effective? Discover five approaches leaders can use to build clarity, trust, and accountability.| Andi Roberts - Executive Coach | Leadership Trainer | Facilitator
Discover weekly leadership review questions to reflect on wins, losses, gratitude, and priorities that strengthen you, your team, and stakeholders.| Andi Roberts - Executive Coach | Leadership Trainer | Facilitator
Welcome I help leaders, teams, and organisations create clarity about where they are going and how to get there. With over 30 years of experience across corporate leadership, entrepreneurship, and academia, I specialise| Andi Roberts - Executive Coach | Leadership Trainer | Facilitator
Discover why employees complain and how leaders can turn workplace negativity into ownership, accountability, and stronger team engagement.| Andi Roberts - Executive Coach | Leadership Trainer | Facilitator
