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Why some people choose therapy (and what it means for their leadership)
Identity and self-worth, Leadership and performance Mari Williams 22/10/2024 Identity and self-worth, Leadership and performance Mari Williams 22/10/2024

Why some people choose therapy (and what it means for their leadership)

Some people choose therapy, others avoid it. This article explores why willingness, responsibility and identity shape that decision, and how unresolved patterns impact leadership, relationships and behaviour.

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Leadership isolation: why it feels lonely at the top and what to do about it
Identity and self-worth Mari Williams 15/10/2024 Identity and self-worth Mari Williams 15/10/2024

Leadership isolation: why it feels lonely at the top and what to do about it

Leadership can feel isolating, especially when decisions affect others. Having the right support around you is essential for performance and clarity.

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Perfectionism in leadership and life: how letting go improves performance and confidence
Decision making and performance Mari Williams 07/10/2024 Decision making and performance Mari Williams 07/10/2024

Perfectionism in leadership and life: how letting go improves performance and confidence

Perfectionism often holds people back more than failure does. Learning to let go of outcomes can improve confidence, performance and decision making.

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Stop being a bouncy CEO!
Decision making and performance Mari Williams 02/10/2024 Decision making and performance Mari Williams 02/10/2024

Stop being a bouncy CEO!

If your direction keeps changing, your team feels it. This article explores why CEOs struggle to stay focused and the impact it has on performance.

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The empty nest: identity, loss and life after children leave home
Identity and self-worth Mari Williams 23/09/2024 Identity and self-worth Mari Williams 23/09/2024

The empty nest: identity, loss and life after children leave home

When children leave home, it’s more than a practical change. This article explores the emotional impact of the empty nest and what comes next.

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Why crying is good for you: emotion, stress and leadership performance
Identity and self-worth 16/09/2024 Identity and self-worth 16/09/2024

Why crying is good for you: emotion, stress and leadership performance

Many people suppress emotion to appear strong. In reality, this often increases stress. This article explores why and what it means for leadership.

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Why trust matters in leadership: how to build and repair trust in teams  
Leadership, Conflict and communication Mari Williams 09/09/2024 Leadership, Conflict and communication Mari Williams 09/09/2024

Why trust matters in leadership: how to build and repair trust in teams  

Trust breakdown in teams affects communication, performance and relationships. Understanding what drives trust is key to resolving conflict and leading effectively.

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How to increase profit through leadership, culture and human performance
Decision making and performance Mari Williams 27/08/2024 Decision making and performance Mari Williams 27/08/2024

How to increase profit through leadership, culture and human performance

Profit is often linked to strategy, but leadership, culture and human behaviour play a bigger role than most realise.

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How to improve your leadership: Identity, self-worth and decision making
Leadership, Identity and self-worth Mari Williams 23/07/2024 Leadership, Identity and self-worth Mari Williams 23/07/2024

How to improve your leadership: Identity, self-worth and decision making

Improving leadership isn’t just about strategy, it’s about understanding what drives your behaviour, decisions and impact on others.

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What do you and Thor have in common? Confidence, stress and leadership burnout
Identity and self-worth Mari Williams 08/07/2024 Identity and self-worth Mari Williams 08/07/2024

What do you and Thor have in common? Confidence, stress and leadership burnout

Confidence loss, burnout and identity shifts affect even the strongest leaders. Understanding how pressure impacts you is key to maintaining performance and wellbeing.

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Confidence vs arrogance in leadership: understanding self-worth 
Identity and self-worth Mari Williams 01/07/2024 Identity and self-worth Mari Williams 01/07/2024

Confidence vs arrogance in leadership: understanding self-worth 

As confidence grows, many leaders question whether they’re becoming arrogant. The difference often comes down to self-worth and how you relate to others.

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Why leaders disagree: miscommunication, memory and conflict at work 
Conflict and communication Mari Williams 17/06/2024 Conflict and communication Mari Williams 17/06/2024

Why leaders disagree: miscommunication, memory and conflict at work 

Many leadership conflicts aren’t about facts, they’re about perception. Understanding how memory works can help you resolve conflict and communicate more effectively.

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Mari Williams works with CEOs, senior leaders and public figures on leadership, decision-making and performance under pressure, integrating psychological depth with leadership strategy.

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