Why do some people achieve more highly than others of equal ability? This question is at the heart of recent research on a personal quality called “grit”.[1] Recent research by American psychologist Angela Duckworth indicates that grit is more predictive of success and achievement in areas like education and [...]
We currently operate an Umbrella Clinic in Auckland and one in Wellington, with satellite clinics across New Zealand and Australia on request. The purpose of the Umbrella Clinic is to provide individual psychological support, coaching and consultation services for leaders and employees of the organisations with whom we work [...]
It has been a busy 2017 for many of us, with all sorts of ups and downs. For me, it’s a real privilege to be able to work with others to support them to get through the lows and to maximise the highs. In my work, I encourage others to [...]
Does December and your summer holiday feel like a long way off? Are you noticing more tiredness? Have the energy levels in your team dropped? It’s that time of year again when the pace of a busy year can start to catch up on us, and ironically, it’s also the [...]