#Wellness and well-being – notjustbeancounters

The Importance of a summer reboot: A Leadership Perspective

In today’s always on working environment, the pressure to keep moving, producing, and achieving can be exhausting. As leaders, we often feel the weight of our responsibilities, not just to our teams and organisations but also to our families and ourselves. It can seem counterintuitive to step away from the hustle, especially during critical times. However, taking time out over the summer to rest and reboot is not just a luxury it’s a necessity for sustained effort and long-term success.

The Power of Pause

Summer is traditionally a time for holidays, relaxation, and a slower pace. But when you have a leadership role, it can be easy to dismiss the importance of this downtime.… Continue reading the rest of this article

Unleashing your potential with a growth mindset 

Being an entrepreneur should be an exhilarating journey filled with opportunities, challenges, and personal growth. As you navigate the path of building your own business, it’s crucial to recognise the power within yourself to drive success and create an impact.

One key ingredient in this  journey is developing a growth mindset,  “A belief that your abilities can be developed through dedication and hard work”.

I’ve put together 7 steps that you can use to explore explore how to develop a growth mindset.

Embrace the power of “Yet”. When you encounter a challenge or come across a skill you haven’t mastered instead  of saying, “I can’t do this,” shift your perspective and say, “I can’t do this yet.”

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The importance of good health, my journey

In the fast-paced modern world we live and work, it’s easy to overlook the fundamental importance of good health; physical, mental and spiritual.

We often take it for granted, assuming that it will always be there, quietly supporting us as we navigate our daily lives. It is only when faced with its absence that we truly understand its significance.

As I sit here at the halfway point of 2023, I can easily see the importance health and general well-being plays in every aspect of our life. Reflecting now, if I were to write a book about my last six months, it would be a tale of how I had previously underestimated the true value of living a balanced healthy lifestyle. … Continue reading the rest of this article

The power of cycling

A personal perspective on avoiding burnout by finding peace in an always on & increasingly busy world.

In today’s always on business environment, being busy is often seen as a badge of honour. But while being productive and efficient is important, being “busy” can have negative consequences for your wellbeing, as well as professional success.

I’ve been thinking about “being busy” for a while, worried that being too busy can have negative consequences;

Lack of focus: When you are always busy, it can be difficult to focus on important tasks and projects. You may find yourself rushing through tasks or multitasking, which can result in poor quality work.

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