In Part 1 of this series, the TWLDA Identity Mode Framework was introduced as a reflective practice tool, showing how its five modes — Thinker, Watcher, Learner, Decider, and Actor — support self-actualisation, enrich executive function, and promote systemic identity coherence. We also explored its applications in individual reflection and governance contexts, with charts illustrating… Continue reading Reflective Practice using Identity Mode Processing – Part 2
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Reflective Practice using Identity Mode Processing – Part 1
Mentoring is essentially a reflective practice vehicle. A mentor metaphorically holds up a ‘mirror’ for the mentee to see their current situation and goals in a different light. Self-reflection is a skill, and as for most skills, it improves with practice. While mentees may have different goals, their reflective skills and insights tend to share… Continue reading Reflective Practice using Identity Mode Processing – Part 1
Goals and Goal-setting Insights
We all engage in goal setting and execution all the time. We do this whenever we form an intention to do something (or not). You would think that it is such a familiar activity that we would all be quite expert at it. Regrettably, it remains challenging for many of us – especially at work.… Continue reading Goals and Goal-setting Insights
Delegation to volunteers – handle with care
Delegation ‘Power‘ The power to delegate some part of the board’s authority or functions (other than ‘the power to delegate‘*), is one of the legitimate powers enshrined in most non-profit constitutions. Not being able to delegate ‘the power to delegate’ makes sense, as ultimate responsibility must remain with the governing board. In small to medium-sized… Continue reading Delegation to volunteers – handle with care
NFP Success(ion) Planning: Pipelines and Pathways
NFP Volunteering – Part 1 Identifying future leaders and supporting their development is a key dimension of ‘resource management’ in the ‘For-Purpose’ sector. ‘Talent Pipelines’ and ‘Pathways to Directorship’ are often referred to in the succession planning literature, alongside the expectation that a board skills matrix (or director competency framework) should be used to select… Continue reading NFP Success(ion) Planning: Pipelines and Pathways
Empathy and Mindfulness in leadership (and life)
Empathy is one of the featured qualities of effective leaders in much of the leadership literature. Henry Mintzberg lists the collaborative mindset, requiring empathy and insight into a network of relationships, as one of The Five Minds of a Manager. Managing self: the reflective mind-set Managing organizations: the analytic mind-set Managing context: the worldly mind-set… Continue reading Empathy and Mindfulness in leadership (and life)
Mentoring breakfast seminar
Would you like to gain deeper insights into your own development path and establish a foundation for engaging mentor support in reaching your leadership goals? Join me and Johnson Recruitment, as we explore: Knowing yourself – setting clear and appropriate development goals Understanding the relationship between mentoring, training, coaching and counselling Being the change you… Continue reading Mentoring breakfast seminar