Are you wanting to discover different ways to boost your wellbeing and your energy to lead? Or perhaps you’re looking to become a better leader, but struggling to connect with your team? Or maybe you find yourself avoiding challenging conversations and missing out on opportunities for growth.
Well, you’ll find the answers to these challenges and many more right here on positively leading a podcast that is dedicated to helping you master the essential skills to grow as a leader, both for you and your team.
I am so excited to share with you the mindset, the heart set and the skill set that are needed to boost resilience, develop your communication and have catalytic conversations so that you can unlock performance.
Hello, I am Dr. Sarah Howling, a leadership and communication mentor and a consultant, and I am on a mission to revolutionize how we think and feel about leadership and challenging conversations.
With over 25 years of international experience in leadership development, resilience and coaching, I’ve seen first hand the transformative power of catalytic conversations and authentic leadership. And now I cannot wait to share these insights with you.
Each week on Positively Leading, we will be diving into a variety of topics related to leadership, communication and personal growth. From feedback and accountability to diversity and inclusion, we’ll be exploring the skills and strategies that you need to become a more effective leader.
We’ll draw on the latest research in positive psychology, neuroscience, leadership and communication, and it will help you to build resilience and thrive in both your personal and professional life. I truly believe that anyone can be a great leader with the right tools and mindset.
So whether you’re looking to improve your communication skills, build stronger relationships with your team, or simply become more confident and happy in your role, I invite you to tune in and join me on this journey of growth and discovery.
So grab your favorite cuppa and a notebook and settle into your comfiest chair. It’s time to positively lead your way to success.
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https://sarahhowling.com
@leadwithdrsarah
A leader’s guide to a calm and restorative holiday season
As we hurtle towards the holiday season and 2023 comes to a close, it's not uncommon for many of us to feel the weight of exhaustion and stress with so many events in the school calendar. That’s before you even think about the amount of presents to buy and wrap, cooking the perfect Christmas dinner, or the expectations of spending time with family.
The do-to list seems never-ending!
Think honestly, do you take the time out you need and deserve over the Christmas period to truly unwind and recharge? How do you typically handle the expectations and pressures that the holiday season brings?
In this episode I share seven powerful strategies for a restorative Christmas season. From setting effective boundaries to creating your personal restoration toolkit, these tips will help you keep calm and rejuvenate during the holidays. If you’re feeling the pre-Christmas frenzy already then this episode is for you!
Give yourself a Christmas present as a leader and in life more generally - prioritise your self-care and find ways to nourish yourself during your well-earned Christmas break.
Wishing you a wonderful holiday season and all the best for 2024!
Dr. Sarah Howling
Let’s keep the conversation going! Find me at:
Website: sarahhowling.comLI: @drsrahhowling
IG: @leadwithdrsarahFB: @drsarahhowling
6 Dec 2023
Embracing Gratitude: 7 strategies to enhance wellbeing for yourself and your team
What’s one thing that you’re grateful for today? Do you know your favourite ways to practise gratitude? Have you ever tried to cultivate gratitude within your team or organisation?
Gratitude can transform and significantly impact our well-being, resilience and leadership. It really is a superpower in leadership and life!
In this episode, we’re exploring the core components of gratitude, the transformational impact that regularly practising gratitude has, and 7 super easy-to-implement strategies to get you started (or try something new) with your personal gratitude practice. There are also some practical ideas to help you develop gratitude within your team or organisation.
Tune in to discover the profound benefits of gratitude and how it can enhance both your personal and professional life.
I’m grateful that you have joined me for today’s episode. Keep on positively leading!
Dr. Sarah Howling
Let’s keep the conversation going! Find me at:
Website: sarahhowling.comLI: @drsrahhowling
IG: @leadwithdrsarahFB: @drsarahhowling
29 Nov 2023
Overcoming imposter syndrome: strategies for success
Have you ever felt like you don’t belong? Or had the feeling that everyone is so much smarter than you, or you’ll never be good enough to deserve something? Maybe you’re worried your colleagues are going to discover you’re a fraud?
If you answered yes to some or all of these, then you might be experiencing imposter syndrome, or, at the very least, an unhealthy dose of self-doubt.
If so, you’re in good company because an estimated 70% of people experience these sorts of feelings at some point in their lives!
In today’s episode we’re taking a deep dive into imposter syndrome and how to overcome it.
You’ll discover:
What imposter syndrome is, what can trigger it, and the damaging impact it can have
3 powerful strategies to overcome it.
Keep on positively leading!
Dr. Sarah Howling
Let’s keep the conversation going! Find me at:
Website: sarahhowling.comLI: @drsrahhowling
IG: @leadwithdrsarahFB: @drsarahhowling
Resources:
The book mentioned is: Ditching Imposter Syndrome by Clare Josa
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