Latest Blog Posts from Motivational Leadership Ltd https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/feed/ In this article we explore what motivation is and why it is important in the workplace today. Mon, 03 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/60/what-is-motivation/ https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/60/what-is-motivation/ Motivation is the fuel that powers performance. When people understand why their work matters, they bring more energy, creativity, and resilience to everything they do. Discover how harnessing motivation with tools like Motivational Maps can boost productivity, engagement, and wellbeing across your organisation. Mon, 03 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/59/Motivation-Business-Case/ https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/59/Motivation-Business-Case/ Change can be disruptive — or it can be a catalyst for growth. By combining Motivational Maps®, Insights Discovery®, and the CREATE framework, you can help your team stay energised, aligned and resilient through change. Here's how. Tue, 03 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/58/leading-change-motivtation-insights/ https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/58/leading-change-motivtation-insights/ Think motivation is fixed? Or that high performers are always highly motivated? Think again. In this post, we unpack 9 common myths about motivation using insights from Motivational Maps® — and explain what leaders really need to know to fuel performance in the right way. Mon, 02 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/57/Myths-motivation-highperformance/ https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/57/Myths-motivation-highperformance/ Most tools focus on how people behave — but what about why they behave that way? By combining Motivational Maps® and Insights Discovery®, leaders can unlock both the behaviours and drivers that shape performance. In this post, we explore how these tools complement each other to create deeper self-awareness, better team dynamics, and more energised workplaces. Tue, 13 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/56/Motivational-Maps-Insights-Discovery-Team-Development/ https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/56/Motivational-Maps-Insights-Discovery-Team-Development/ Everyone’s been talking about a ‘new normal’, but I like to think about the ‘New Better’. And one area where I think we can make a real difference towards the ‘New Better’ is in the way we develop teams. There is no doubt we need to develop teams. Having initially coped through the early days of the pandemic, leaders are now adjusting to how to get the best from their people no matter where they are working. The question is how we develop teams in a better way that can set us up well for the future. Wed, 09 Sep 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/55/Working-smarter-towards-a-New-Better-/ https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/55/Working-smarter-towards-a-New-Better-/ One of the popular questions readers of my book CREATE Motivation have been asking is about how they can put the pieces of their leadership ‘jigsaw’ together in order to powerfully stand in their place of ‘Current Reality’ and/or ‘Envision’ their future. I see this question best answered through the three distinctions I make about the What, How and Why Bother – illustrated through the Performance Triangle below. Mon, 01 Jun 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/54/Dig-out-that-old-psychometric-profile-test-from-the-bottom-drawer/ https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/54/Dig-out-that-old-psychometric-profile-test-from-the-bottom-drawer/ “How did we get here?”… These are the opening words of my new book, CREATE Motivation. Certainly, these words seem more relevant and poignant than ever before due to the challenging times we are all facing right now. Take a read of this free extract from my book. I hope you enjoy it. Tue, 28 Apr 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/53/free-book-extract-from-CREATE-Motivation/ https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/53/free-book-extract-from-CREATE-Motivation/ Over the last few weeks, and since I announced my book launch was fast approaching, many people have asked me the same question: “Did you always want to write a book? And why now?” In this blog I will talk about why I feel now is the right time to launch my book and what you can expect next. Fri, 17 Apr 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/52/Harness-your-motivation-and-unlock-the-leader-within/ https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/52/Harness-your-motivation-and-unlock-the-leader-within/ Given my new book ‘CREATE Motivation, Unlock the leader within’ is all about understanding our own deep and ingrained motivations, I thought it was about time I talked about my motivations for writing it. Read on to find out more about why I wrote the book and also how you can harness and change your motivation. Mon, 06 Apr 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/51/My-motivations-on-writing-a-book/ https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/51/My-motivations-on-writing-a-book/ We are living through turbulent and very trying times with Covid-19. Sadly, I have no magic antidote, no expert guidance around how to avoid COVID-19, but I do know one thing, and that’s how people react, and more specifically how their motivations change, in times of crisis. Read on to find out how to lead in difficult times and how we can all step up and take responsibility. Tue, 17 Mar 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/50/covid-19-leadership/ https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/50/covid-19-leadership/ I recently wrote a blog for Agenda Consulting all about understanding the link between motivation and performance and how you can achieve success though an inclusive and supportive culture. Read on to find out more.. Wed, 04 Mar 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/49/Understanding-the-link-between-motivation-and-performance/ https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/49/Understanding-the-link-between-motivation-and-performance/ What does the word ‘conflict’ conjure up to you? Often people feel uncomfortable when you mention the word conflict - especially in relation to a business environment. The word synonymises anger and aggression in most people’s mind. But at its most pure, conflict is integral to a healthy and successful, professional team. Sir Alan Sugar’s TV show The Apprentice is now in its 15th year and is still drawing in an average of 7.5 million viewers each year with its bolshie business set up. There are always multiple arguments, disagreements and clashes of personalities. And (almost) every episode is a prime example of how not to disagree professionally. And with the final rapidly approaching, what can we learn about conflict from the contestants... Mon, 16 Dec 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/48/Let--s-disagree-professionally-The-Apprentice-showing-you-how-not-to-do-things/ https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/48/Let--s-disagree-professionally-The-Apprentice-showing-you-how-not-to-do-things/ Have you ever felt like you were a fraud in your job? Like you aren’t qualified or good enough to be where you are? Waiting to be found out? Chances are you are suffering from a very common issue called ‘imposter syndrome’. Imposter syndrome spans across all genders and work places. But how imposter syndrome manifests itself between men and women can be very different. From who admits to feeling imposter syndrome to who asks for help; there are some interesting differences between men and women when it comes to suffering with self-doubt. Wed, 11 Dec 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/47/How-do-men-and-women-tackle-imposter-syndrome-differently/ https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/47/How-do-men-and-women-tackle-imposter-syndrome-differently/ Have you ever felt like you were a fraud in your job? Like you aren’t qualified or good enough to be where you are? Waiting to be found out? Chances are you are suffering from a very common issue called ‘imposter syndrome’. Read on to find out all about imposter syndrome and how best to deal with it... Mon, 14 Oct 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/46/What-is-imposter-syndrome-and-how-to-combat-it/ https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/46/What-is-imposter-syndrome-and-how-to-combat-it/ There is something peculiar about the way we set up organsations; we put people within the same technical function together (e.g. marketing) and then seem surprised when departments work in silos! In our work with clients it is rare not to hear the cry for more collaborative working and less siloed working. But what exactly do we mean by the term ‘silo’ and ‘silo mentality’ when it comes to the working world? And why might they be an issue for organisations? Fri, 27 Sep 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/45/The-dangers-of-silo-working-and-how-to-break-down-the-barriers/ https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/45/The-dangers-of-silo-working-and-how-to-break-down-the-barriers/ We can often find ourselves sleepwalking through our working day. We do the same commute, sit at the same desk and get on with the same work. Every day, Monday to Friday, nine till five. As such, progression and purpose, both personally and professionally, can seem like a far-off goal. But simple changes to your everyday life and your business mindset can help you become the person you aspire to be in ten years’ time today and show up as the best version of yourself. Mon, 29 Jul 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/44/Take-control-of-your-working-day-be-deliberate/ https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/44/Take-control-of-your-working-day-be-deliberate/ We were recently faced with this conundrum from a public sector employee and thought it might be nice if we shared the advice we provided in response.   Tue, 14 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/43/Public-sector-conundrum-and-advice-for-motivation-and-career-progression/ https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/43/Public-sector-conundrum-and-advice-for-motivation-and-career-progression/ Getting to know and meeting the requirements of your team members can feel particularly tricky when working as part of a remote team. However, it is possible providing you have meaningful and explicit conversations with your team about what truly drives them. Thu, 02 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/42/Team-motivations-remote-working/ https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/42/Team-motivations-remote-working/ Leaders, as role models, need to recognise the importance of trust and vulnerability within their teams. Fri, 29 Mar 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/40/Female-leader-vulnerable/ https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/40/Female-leader-vulnerable/ Many believe that in order for a business to be successful, it needs to be big – or at least, still growing. It’s a very peculiar thing. Fri, 29 Mar 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/39/Business-growth-SME/ https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/39/Business-growth-SME/ The theme for International Women’s Day 2019 is #BalanceforBetter. It proposes that gender balance is a business issue, not a woman’s one and we couldn't agree more. Fri, 08 Mar 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/41/International-women-IWD/ https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/41/International-women-IWD/ Stress and burnout in the workplace is still a big issue. How are employees and employers addressing it? Tue, 22 May 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/36/stress-and-burnout-in-the-workplace/ https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/36/stress-and-burnout-in-the-workplace/ We have updated our privacy policy to ensure we are compliant with the new GDPR regulations Fri, 18 May 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/35/we-have-updated-our-privacy-policy/ https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/35/we-have-updated-our-privacy-policy/ We have scheduled open training courses for Maps practitioners for the whole of 2018 Mon, 07 May 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/33/open-training-course-for-2018/ https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/33/open-training-course-for-2018/ Kate Turner, Managing Director of Motivational Leadership has been appointed an expert speaker by the Uspire Group Tue, 10 Apr 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/32/kate-turner-appointed-expert-speaker-for-the-Uspire-group/ https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/32/kate-turner-appointed-expert-speaker-for-the-Uspire-group/ We all know what it is like to have the INTENTION of doing something and then for that intention to not become the reality. Here, we learn about the importance of being 'in the moment' in order to turn intention into reality. Wed, 05 Oct 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/31/Overcominglimitingbeliefs/ https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/31/Overcominglimitingbeliefs/ Excitement builds as we get ready for tomorrow's book launch in London. James Sale's 'Mapping Motivation - Unlocking the Key to Employee Energy and Engagement' is being launched in London. Wed, 03 Feb 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/30/MappingMotivation/ https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/30/MappingMotivation/ Last night, on BBC Four, there were two, back-to-back, programmes on great chefs. The first was about Georges Auguste Escoffier… Tue, 13 Nov 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/28/Escoffier-and-Liebrandt-what-a-good-leader-looks-like/ https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/28/Escoffier-and-Liebrandt-what-a-good-leader-looks-like/ In times of plenty you can probably sell anything to anyone – look at Gary Dahl who became a millionaire by selling pet rocks in… Mon, 26 Mar 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/27/Is-creativity-important-in-business/ https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/27/Is-creativity-important-in-business/ We have launched our NEW IMPROVED 'Analysing your Motivational Maps' e-learning modules.… Wed, 23 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/26/New-e-Learning-modules/ https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/26/New-e-Learning-modules/ We're delighted to announce that our own Kate Turner is taking people through a Motivation Challenge with everywoman Members. Wed, 23 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/25/Motivation-Challenge-with-everywoman/ https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/25/Motivation-Challenge-with-everywoman/ A new grant is available for high growth companies to enable them to further invest in their leadership and management.… Thu, 28 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/24/New-grant-available-for-high-growth-businesses/ https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/24/New-grant-available-for-high-growth-businesses/ For too long now, there has been a school of thought which suggests that performance management is about eradicating weaknesses… Thu, 28 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/23/Pushing-on-an-open-door/ https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/23/Pushing-on-an-open-door/ Foremost thinker Gary Hamel, professor of the London Business School and director of MLab has an interesting article… Sun, 28 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/22/The-Hole-in-the-Soul-of-Business/ https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/22/The-Hole-in-the-Soul-of-Business/ I was first drawn to this book after Andre Agassi was interviewed by Jonathan Ross… Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/21/Andre-Agassi/ https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/21/Andre-Agassi/ The Inspiring Leader (unlocking the secrets of how extraordinary leaders motivate) John H. Zenger, Joseph R. Folkman and Scott K. Edinger Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/20/The-Inspiring-Leader/ https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/20/The-Inspiring-Leader/ Last week I found myself in a situation which I have not been in for years, perhaps ever.I had enrolled on a training programme… Sat, 17 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/19/Getting-ready-to-learn/ https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/19/Getting-ready-to-learn/ I think I speak for many when I say I have never worked so hard to keep still! There is no doubt that the current recession in which we… Mon, 14 Sep 2009 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/18/Time-Management/ https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/18/Time-Management/ I’d like to tell you about a new style of management; the ‘flip flop’ style. This isn’t about hairy toes being… Mon, 10 Aug 2009 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/15/From-flip-flop-management-to-High-Performance/ https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/15/From-flip-flop-management-to-High-Performance/ Do you ever talk to yourself? I do, all the time. The little voice in my head regularly let's me know whether I'm on-course, am doing… Thu, 30 Apr 2009 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/14/Self-talk-and-the-key-to-high-performance/ https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/14/Self-talk-and-the-key-to-high-performance/ Yesterday, I was intrigued to read some research published in 'Business Week' that perhaps explains the poor state of many firms at… Thu, 12 Feb 2009 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/13/Emotional-Intelligence/ https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/13/Emotional-Intelligence/ First, it was a nasty strain of 'flu that spread across the country over the Christmas period, rendering people incapacitated and business… Thu, 22 Jan 2009 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/11/President-Obama/ https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/11/President-Obama/ Say the word 'networking' to most people and they'll freeze with fear. Maybe it's the thought of making small talk with people they don't… Tue, 16 Dec 2008 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/10/Networking-with-ease/ https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/10/Networking-with-ease/ I have just finished reading the autobiogaphy of Dragon's Den star, James Caan… Sun, 07 Dec 2008 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/9/Observe-the-masses-then-do-something-different/ https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/9/Observe-the-masses-then-do-something-different/ As we talk to people about Motivational Leadership we quite often get asked "so how did the three of you decide that combining your… Tue, 18 Nov 2008 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/8/The-good-the-bad-and-the-ugly/ https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/8/The-good-the-bad-and-the-ugly/ One thing I love about my job is the fact that I get to pass on my thoughts on what is new in the world of learning. Wed, 12 Nov 2008 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/5/Have-you-got-what-it-takes/ https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/5/Have-you-got-what-it-takes/ After many months of planning and hard work we are so excited to formerly launch Motivational Leadership Ltd through this website! Mon, 10 Nov 2008 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/4/Motivatonal-Leadership-is-launched/ https://www.motivationalleadership.co.uk/article/4/Motivatonal-Leadership-is-launched/