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Mar 13

The Fear: How Anxiety Sabotages Your Interview Success

Imagine this: You’ve spent weeks, maybe months, preparing for your promotion board or an interview for the job of your dreams. You’ve perfected your CV, polished your shoes, rehearsed your answers, and even invested in a new outfit to exude confidence. But when the moment comes, your mind goes blank.... read more →
  • March 13, 2025
Feb 24
Feb 20

KISS: Why Simple Answers Are More Effective

It’s often said that "simplicity is key," but in practice, it can be surprisingly difficult to achieve. Stripping things down to their core essence requires thought, effort, and commitment. Complexity, on the other hand, tends to sneak in naturally. It’s easy to overcomplicate things without even realising it and this... read more →
  • February 20, 2025
Dec 29

The Importance of New Year Goal Setting

New Year is obviously a time when resolutions are put in place and we have a clear vision for the year ahead, whether it be personal or professional. So how effective is setting goals or resolutions? In 1979 there was a Harvard Business School MBA study on goal setting. The... read more →
  • December 29, 2024
Dec 18

The New Competencies & Values Framework

As you will be aware (or maybe not…) the College of Policing has introduced a ‘new’ Competencies and Values framework that will replace the ‘old’ version. So, what does this mean to you if you are going through a promotion process or applying for an internal position or transfer? The... read more →
  • December 18, 2024
Nov 27

Six Strategies to Help Overcome Imposter Syndrome

Do you ever get a nagging feeling that you’re a fraud? A feeling like you don’t deserve your accomplishments, you’ll never be “good enough,” and it’s only a matter of time before people find out? That feeling has a name: impostor syndrome. Impostor syndrome is a type of chronic self-doubt... read more →
  • November 27, 2024
Nov 15

How to Meet Cultural Fit Expectations in a Senior Rank Board

In the competitive landscape of senior executive roles, finding the right organisational and cultural fit is just as crucial as aligning with job responsibilities and technical skills. For senior executives, who play a key role in shaping and influencing force culture, ensuring a good fit can lead to more successful... read more →
  • November 15, 2024
Nov 05
Oct 24

Why Demonstrating Leadership Potential is Crucial for Board Success

As you ascend the career ladder, landing a senior leadership position becomes about more than just highlighting your past experience. It's about proving you have the leadership potential to shape the future of an organisation. And here's the urgency: in today's competitive market, failing to showcase this potential effectively during... read more →
  • October 24, 2024
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