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Buy our cards and join the Learn to Lead community because we’ve done the heavy lifting for you—distilling hundreds of books into just 42 bite-sized cards. Think of it as saving yourself thousands of pounds and hours of reading. You’re welcome! Plus, our community is where you can skip the lectures and jump straight into experimenting. Why read 100 books when you can read 42 cards instead? Empower your leadership journey with our Leadership Cards for practical tips and strategies. Buy physical now: https://lnkd.in/d7Cv-SjS Buy digital now: https://lnkd.in/eyBtRSYY #leadershipjourney #leadershipcoaching #leadershipeffectiveness #leadership #leadershipdevelopment #teamculture #management #newleaders #environment #peoplefirst #vision #strategy #goals #leadershipcards

Communication isn’t about sounding like a Shakespeare play or delivering a TED Talk - it’s about whether people actually get what you mean. You might waffle on impressively, but if your listener’s lost halfway through, what’s the point? As Andrew Grove said, it’s not how well you say it, but how well you’re understood. So, skip the fancy words and just say it straight - people will appreciate it. Buy physical cards now: https://lnkd.in/d7Cv-SjS #leadershipjourney #leadershipcoaching #leadershipeffectiveness #leadership #leadershipdevelopment #teamculture #management #newleaders #environment #peoplefirst #vision #strategy #goals #leadershipcards #clarity #communication 

Storytelling is the key ingredient in business - like a teabag in hot water, a strong narrative doesn’t just sit there, it steeps, stirs, and infuses teams with meaning and motivation (plus a hint of bergamot if you’re lucky). Good stories, like Yorkshire Tea, make better leaders. They spark fresh thinking, invite collaboration, and occasionally leave you staring thoughtfully into the middle distance like a wise business monk. So go ahead - dunk yourself into our leadership cards. Each prompt is brewed for boldness and packed with strategic flavour, steeping you in insights that energise your every move. Whether you’re commanding the boardroom or just trying to get the printer to listen to you, these cards will help you pour confidence into every decision. One sip of brilliance at a time. Empower your leadership journey with our Leadership Cards for practical tips and strategies. Buy physical now: https://lnkd.in/d7Cv-SjS #leadershipjourney #leadershipcoaching #leadershipeffectiveness #leadership #leadershipdevelopment #teamculture #management #newleaders #environment #peoplefirst #vision #strategy #goals #leadershipcards #clarity #communication #storytelling

Fancy a Leadership MOT? We’ve been busy tinkering to make our leadership cards super actionable. Still, after trying every tool under the sun and failing, we’ve whipped up our beta MOT via vibe coding. It helps you identify which of our 15 modern leadership principles needs some TLC and delivers a full report - plus a cheeky free bonus card. Try it here: https://lnkd.in/dzBF-Kje, and let us know what you think. Buy physical now: https://lnkd.in/d7Cv-SjS #leadershipjourney #leadershipcoaching #leadershipeffectiveness #leadership #leadershipdevelopment #teamculture #management #newleaders #environment #peoplefirst #vision #strategy #goals #leadershipcards #clarity #communication #leadershipmot

Have you ever noticed how some leaders speak and people actually listen, not just in a superficial way, but genuinely, without checking their phones? That’s the magic of storytelling.   In business, it’s not just for bedtime or awkward team-building sessions. It’s a fundamental tool to inspire, align teams, and drive change (without sending another dreaded PowerPoint).   Our blog explores how leaders can harness storytelling as a powerful tool, without the cape. Inspired by Stephen Denning’s book, The Leader’s Guide to Storytelling, this guide helps you master business narratives that don’t leave people wishing they were in another Zoom meeting. Read our blog for some tips to apply: https://lnkd.in/eftrjv6s Empower your leadership journey with our Leadership Cards for practical tips and strategies. Buy physical now: https://lnkd.in/d7Cv-SjS #leadershipjourney #leadershipcoaching #leadershipeffectiveness #leadership #leadershipdevelopment #teamculture #management #newleaders #environment #peoplefirst #vision #strategy #goals #leadershipcards #clarity #communication #stephendenning #storytelling

Anyone can bombard staff with facts until they’re cross-eyed, but storytelling in business is like a good cup of tea: comforting, memorable and oddly persuasive. As Annette Simmons wisely noted, “People don’t want more information. They are up to their eyeballs in information. They want faith–faith in you, your goals, your success, in the story you tell.”   So, instead of drowning your audience in spreadsheets, spin a fresh tale that sparks feelings.   Use our Leadership MOT quiz now to easily get started today: https://lnkd.in/dzBF-Kje Empower your leadership journey with our Leadership Cards for practical tips and strategies.   Buy physical now: https://lnkd.in/d7Cv-SjS Annette Simmons    #leadershipjourney #leadershipcoaching #leadershipeffectiveness #leadership #leadershipdevelopment #teamculture #management #newleaders #environment #peoplefirst #vision #strategy #goals #leadershipcards #clarity #communication #AnnetteSimmons

We’ve been busy tinkering away to make our cards even more actionable - and now we’ve cooked up a Leadership MOT! 🚗💨 Built with vibe coding (very technical), it helps you spot areas where your leadership needs a tune-up. You’ll get a report on our 15 principles and a cheeky bonus card. Try the beta here: https://lnkd.in/dzBF-Kje, and let us know what you think. Feedback is very welcome - preferably kind but honest! Buy physical now: https://lnkd.in/d7Cv-SjS #leadershipjourney #leadershipcoaching #leadershipeffectiveness #leadership #leadershipdevelopment #teamculture #management #newleaders #environment #peoplefirst #vision #strategy #goals #leadershipcards #clarity #communication #leadershipmot

As a leader, you don’t get to duck the awkward chats - no matter how tempting it is to hide behind “Let’s circle back.” Whether it’s feedback, tension, or someone microwaving fish in the office again, tricky conversations are part of the job. But instead of winging it and hoping for the best, a conversational framework helps you plan with purpose. It’s not about sounding like a robot - it’s about being clear, calm and human. Think less dramatic showdown and more “organised honesty” with a sprinkle of empathy and fewer sighs from your team.   Read our blog for some tips to apply: https://lnkd.in/eGmi5wkp Empower your leadership journey with our Leadership Cards for practical tips and strategies.   Buy physical now: https://lnkd.in/eGmi5wkp Credit: Alison Wood Brooks   #leadershipjourney #leadershipcoaching #leadershipeffectiveness #leadership #leadershipdevelopment #teamculture #management #newleaders #environment #peoplefirst #vision #strategy #goals #leadershipcards #clarity #communication #AlisonWoodBrooks

Steven Bartlett once said your personal growth is held hostage by an uncomfortable conversation - and honestly, he’s not wrong. Want a promotion? Brace yourself for that awkward chat with your boss. Hoping for a better relationship? Time to mention the thing you’ve been silently stewing over since 2022. Success isn’t about luck; it’s about who can stay calm while discussing overdue rent, mismatched feelings, or why someone keeps stealing your food at work. Congratulations - you’re probably going places if you can handle that without crying or swearing. Empower your leadership journey with our Leadership Cards for practical tips and strategies.   Buy physical now: https://lnkd.in/d7Cv-SjS The Studio @ FLIGHTSTORY Magic Flightstudio thirdweb Steven Bartlett #leadershipjourney #leadershipcoaching #leadershipeffectiveness #leadership #leadershipdevelopment #teamculture #management #newleaders #environment #peoplefirst #vision #strategy #goals #leadershipcards #clarity #communication #stevenbartlett

A fixed mindset is like sulking over Excel – believing you suck at formulas and pivot tables. A growth mindset? That’s when you’ve deleted an entire spreadsheet and cheerily think, “Well, that won’t happen again!” It’s about learning from your own mistakes (and maybe hitting “Save” occasionally). Buy our cards and get cracking! https://lnkd.in/d7Cv-SjS #leadershipjourney #leadershipcoaching #leadershipeffectiveness #leadership #leadershipdevelopment #teamculture #management #newleaders #environment #peoplefirst #vision #strategy #goals #leadershipcards #growthmindset #fixedmindset #carolsdweck