Steering Point Articles
Chameleons, Leadership and Change
“Change can be a complicated process involving deeply rooted behaviours, internal politics, impending risks and numerous benefits. To navigate change effectively, it is critical that leadership teams are given training, regular individual performance feedback sessions and support.”
Financial Education: What do Employers Owe their Employees?
“Employers have an obligation to ensure their staff are financially literate. That means teaching them about key areas in which they can make improvements, such as budget and savings planning, financial goals, property advice, retirement projections, investment education and debt management – and tailoring that advice according to each individual’s circumstances. ”
Effectively Implementing Goals
“Every year, all over the world, people set themselves goals they have no chance of achieving. It’s a double negative – not only are they not fulfilling the goal, but they’re left feeling like failures because they fell short. To make effective goals, one must first self-evaluate and decide what you really want. You have to know where you’re going before figuring out how to get there.”
Beyond the Spotlight: Unravelling the Hidden Truths of Survivorship Bias
“Survivorship bias is a subtle yet pervasive cognitive oversight that significantly impacts our understanding of success and failure. Often going unnoticed, it affects various areas, from entrepreneurial ventures and the entertainment industry to our everyday decisions and scientific research methodologies.”
Resetting for 2024
“It’s interesting to note that one of the most debated chapters in executive education classes around the world is the concept of “what got you here, won’t get you there”. This simple but powerful idea suggests that while building the first curve of success, it’s important to start thinking about the second curve.”
Santa Claus: Lessons in Leadership
“It’s that time of year where history’s most famous CEO steps up to deliver on his annual project. Santa Claus is a cultural behemoth. Hardly a soul on Earth is unaware of his specific approach to leadership, replete with elves, reindeer, sleighs and coal. But is Santa a good leader? Where does he impress and where could he improve? In what areas can we learn from Santa and in what areas could he perhaps do with updating his approach?”
Assessing Your Year’s Progress
“As we reflect, we can’t help but be caught up in questions as to how our year has gone – have we achieved everything we set out to? Where did we shine? Where did we fall short? How can we know if we’re progressing?”
Mastering Change and Complexity: Strategic Leadership in an Uncertain Business World
“In the fast-paced, high-stakes world of contemporary business, understanding VUCA – Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, and Ambiguity – is crucial for any organisation aspiring to survive and thrive. This section delves into these elements, weaving together real-world examples and strategic insights.”
Elite Team Cohesion
“Cohesion is pivotal to the success of any effective organisation. It is the means by which teams work in unison towards a shared objective, each member working closely with and bouncing off their colleagues to contribute to a larger goal.”
Press Release: Leadership Masterclass with Jonny Cooper and Minister Paschal Donohoe
“During his masterclass Minister Paschal Donohue was able to impart his depth of knowledge and experience in an intimate manner. From the positive feedback received so far it is evident that our clients and friends walked away with something very special.”
Rekindling Lost Passion: A Remedy for Low Motivation at Work
“Sometimes, even the most passionate and dedicated individuals can experience a dip in motivation and passion for their work or career. If you find yourself in this situation, you’re not alone. The good news is that there are ways to rekindle your passion and reignite your drive to excel.”
The Progress Principle: or How to Stop Worrying and Celebrate the Small Wins
“Just because you know you should be encouraging, open, attentive, patient and generous doesn’t mean there aren’t times you fall short. How we are on our worst day says a lot more about our character than who we are on our best. So basic as it may seem, try to pay active attention going forward, self-assess. Ask yourself, “am I actually enacting all the positive management traits I know and believe in? Am I practising what I preach? If not, can I start now?””