From fostering a culture of collaboration and trust to maximising individual strengths and harnessing collective intelligence, in Series 5 of The Leadership Effectiveness Podcast we explored the key ingredients that differentiate high-performing teams from the rest, alongside our expert panel, thoug...

Are back-to-back meetings draining your energy and limiting your leadership effectiveness? It’s time to take control and shift from reactive to intentional leadership.

Our 4 Ways to Shift from Back-to-Back Meeting Drain to Sustainable Leadership Impact tool will help you:
✅ Regain focus and clarity...

Research has shown that the people who are the most productive, innovative, and engaged in new roles—the “fast movers”— establish extremely broad, mutually beneficial, uplifting connections from the start.

Collaboration is not just a buzzword; it’s a necessity in the modern workplace. Companies are...

Join Leadership Effectiveness Expert Kate Thomas as she unpacks the most pressing questions about what truly sets high-performing teams apart.

In this first episode, Kate shares her personal insights and experiences, breaking down the essential components that transform a group of individuals into ...

As an executive leader, your influence extends far beyond daily decisions—it shapes your organisation’s culture, performance, and future success. But when was the last time you truly assessed the impact you’re having?

Our Leadership Impact Audit is a powerful tool designed to help you:

✅ Evaluate k...

In my coaching sessions, one prevailing theme is the pursuit of balance. Today’s leaders are often engulfed in a whirlwind of activities, but does busyness equate to progress?

However, I’ve noticed a significant comfort in being busy and taking action instead of stepping back to streamline efforts ...

The Great Resignation reshaped the workforce, creating both challenges and opportunities for organisations. As leaders, the question isn’t just how to retain talent—it’s how to redefine your talent strategy for long-term success.

In Season 1 of The Leadership Effectiveness Podcast, we explored this...

The first 180 days are critical for any newly appointed executive, whether from outside or within the organisation.

There is much to balance, from identifying what is most critical to laying the foundation for future forward-thinking opportunities whilst also balancing team dynamics and stakeholder...

In this episode of the Leadership Effectiveness Podcast, DEI, leadership and coaching expert Melody Moore discusses the ideal make up of a team and the pitfalls we often fall into when creating a high-performing team.

We discuss topics including: 

◾️ What are the five core elements that make up a real...

Leadership is a marathon, not a sprint. Yet too often, leaders push forward without pausing to reset—leading to burnout, decision fatigue, and diminishing impact. Sustainable leadership isn’t just about driving results; it’s about maintaining the energy, clarity, and resilience needed to lead effect...

From my experience with global leadership teams, I have noticed that talent retention and development is a critical and recurring theme for organisations in the coming years. In a more challenging labour market, retaining key talent and effectively onboarding and keeping new decision-making leaders ...

In this episode of the Leadership Effectiveness Podcast, I discuss the human-centric element of leadership teams with Top Team Performance Expert Andrew Lopianowski. 

Being a highly effective team and being good leadership team are similar but not the same. The team can't start thinking about how the...

Have you truly stress-tested your talent strategy?

As you map out your approach for the year ahead, a key question to consider is: Are you prioritising a "build" or "buy" approach to talent?

🔹 Build: Developing internal talent, equipping high-potential leaders with the skills and experiences they ...

Demand for leaders who can demonstrate a high level of leadership agility often tops my clients’ executive assessment requirements.

This much-sought-after skill is critical for organisations aiming to develop a flexible, mobile and resilient workforce who can thrive in ambiguity. Those leaders who ...

Building a complimentary high-performing team that's hitting its revenue and profit goals and pulling together can be a challenging task.

In this episode of the Leadership Effectiveness Podcast, I interview Executive Search Expert Guy Day from BartonRock to discuss the role an external consultant ...

Leading with Clarity: Summer brings a whirlwind of expectations: fun adventures, family gatherings, taking time off work, and catching up on hobbies. The demands may vary, but a common question prevails—how will you manage it all?

As a leader, ensuring a successful summer while fulfilling your lead...

Bringing together great talent is just the beginning. The real challenge? Turning that talent into a high-performing team with collective energy, vision, and direction. 💡

Your team is the engine house of your brilliance—if they’re not working together effectively, your business won’t reach its full...

In this episode we discuss the dynamics that are in play for high-pressure leadership teams and the impact greater access to well-being tools and strategies can have in enhancing the effectiveness of themselves and the team they serve. 

I interview Ian Kershaw, CEO of The Tranquil Mind, a well-being ...

As leaders, we’re often faced with countless decisions each day, ranging from strategic planning to minute operational details. The question is, how do we ensure that every choice we make is steering our team towards success?

Enter the powerful mindset epitomised by the British rowing team and Olym...

As you set ambitious goals for the year ahead, take a moment to ask yourself:

✅ Am I physically and mentally prepared to take on the challenges ahead?
✅ Have I dedicated enough time to focus on me?

At NewlandRock, we believe that great leadership starts with personal resilience, energy management,...