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Growth leadership, in practice.
Research and articles on growth, coaching, mindset and team performance.
30 Sept 2026
AI Makes Everyone Faster. It Doesn’t Make Everyone Better.
Sophisticated AI users aren’t just using it more — they’re clearer about what they want and treat it as a reasoning partner. What that means for hiring, and why great companies need to build the ground rules into the system rather than leave everyone to invent their own.
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The goalposts for building a high-performing team just moved.
For decades the collective intelligence of a team was a function of who you put in it. Increasingly, a team can combine permanent talent, specialist expertise, AI agents and the accumulated intelligence of the company itself. Humans or AI is the wrong debate — the advantage is in how intelligently you combine them.
Read →30 Sept 2026
Headcount used to tell you how big a company was. Not anymore.
We’ve spent decades using headcount as shorthand for things it doesn’t measure particularly well: scale, capability, capacity and sometimes even progress. Lessons from designing AI-native businesses from the ground up — and the question that should come before “how many people do we need?”
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Why the CHRO is no longer just in the people business.
If AI is changing roles, skills, work and ultimately the shape of the workforce, somebody needs to help redesign all of it. Why the CHRO’s remit is moving from the people a business employs to the capability the business needs to perform.
Read →30 Sept 2026
When your CMO and CFO speak the same language.
70% of CEOs measure marketing on year-on-year revenue growth and margin. Only 35% of CMOs rank it among their top metrics. Why the common language between Marketing and Finance isn’t finance — it’s growth.
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The Marketing Growth Engine: Supercharging Performance
We live in a time of abundant growth potential. However, the same proliferation of marketing channels, data and activities that create this growth potential can make it difficult to prioritise marketi
Read →29 July 2025
Growth Leadership: New Leadership for the Intelligence Age
Business leaders faced an all-time-high rate of change in 2024, spurred by rapid advancements in generative AI according to Accenture’s Pulse of Change index, and the pace will continue throughout 202
Read →13 Mar 2025
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Transform your business with HP People's innovative talent & growth strategies. From Series A to Fortune 50, we guide companies through strategic growth and leadership development.
Read →23 May 2024
8 Natural Ways Growth Leaders Boost Their Energy
As a growth leader, maintaining high energy levels is crucial for both personal and professional success. If you find yourself struggling with afternoon slumps or constant exhaustion, it's time for a
Read →17 May 2024
Unlocking Resilience: Lessons from Formula 1 Drivers for Growth Leaders
Formula 1 drivers perform under immense pressure, with millions watching their every move. Their ability to remain composed and perform flawlessly offers valuable insights into resilience that we can
Read →17 May 2024
You’re Only As Good As Your Worst Day: How to Shine When Times Are Tough
Prepare for challenges ahead of time. Maintain a positive, solution-focused mindset. Remember, your actions under stress define your legacy. Turn your worst days into your finest moments. Let every ch
Read →2 May 2024
Growth Partners : 8 skills, beliefs & behaviours shaping law firm leadership in 2024.
Law firms have always had to adapt to change to remain profitable and relevant to clients, but 2024 looks to be the year in which law firm leadership experiences a transformative shift. Take a look at
Read →2 May 2024
Lawyers who love to coach : an oxymoron, or industry game-changer?
Outside of law, it seems every profession is having a ‘love-in’ on coaching. Maybe Showtime’s Dr. Wendy Rhoades captured the zeitgeist in the TV hit Billions, but a once-in-a-generation health crisis
Read →26 Apr 2024
Elevating Growth Leadership through Coaching: A Comprehensive Overview
The coaching industry is not just booming; it’s transforming. Expected to reach a value of $27.5 billion by 2026, coaching is proving its worth with each passing year. But what exactly is coaching, an
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Embracing Habits: A Pathway to Success in Life
When it comes to shaping our future, nothing wields more power than our daily habits. We all have aspirations, big or small, driving us forward in life. Whether it's hitting a financial milestone, she
Read →26 Apr 2024
Mastering Negotiation: A Summary to Effective Collaboration
Peace isn’t just ink on paper; it’s a skilful approach to resolving conflicts when they arise. Roger Fisher, a luminary in the field of negotiation, asks the burning questions: Why do negotiations oft
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Navigating Growth: The Evolution of Leadership in Modern Business
In the fast-paced world of modern business, growth, leadership, and transformation are intertwined like never before. Just like cutting-edge machines require adept operators, today's businesses demand
Read →26 Apr 2024
Unlocking Growth Through Small Steps
In our quest for self-improvement, we often chase after grand transformations, only to find ourselves falling short. However, there's a powerful alternative: embracing small, incremental changes that
Read →24 Apr 2024
Discovering Your True Values: Navigating Crisis with Purpose
In the midst of the new economy sparked by the coronavirus outbreak, it’s clear that our values are undergoing a profound test. Yet, within this challenge lies a unique opportunity for self-reflection
Read →24 Apr 2024
Embracing Failure: A Pathway to Growth
Failure, though often feared, is a remarkable teacher. It provides invaluable lessons, shaping our understanding of what works and what doesn't. Rather than waiting for failure to find us, actively se
Read →24 Apr 2024
Mastering the Art of Everyday Success
In the journey of life, positioning ourselves for success is key. It's like building a sturdy house—those in a strong position weather storms better than those in weak ones. But here's the catch: stro
Read →24 Apr 2024
Unlocking Growth: Embracing Open-Mindedness
Ever wonder why some folks seem to constantly elevate their game while others find themselves trapped in a cycle of repeating mistakes? It's all in the mindset. Picture this: you encounter something u
Read →9 Apr 2024
40 Habits of Growth Leaders
A list of 40 habits that can boost personal effectiveness (hacked and lightly edited):
Read →5 Apr 2024
Elevating Team Performance: Embracing the 85% Rule
In today's relentless work environment, the adage of "maximum effort equals maximum results" has lost its efficacy. Instead, a paradigm shift towards the 85% rule offers a promising solution. By refra
Read →5 Apr 2024
Rethinking Employee Wellbeing: Beyond Burnout Towards a Wholesome Approach
In today's workplace, prioritising employee well-being goes beyond tackling burnout—it's about nurturing holistic health. Research shows that holistic health uniquely influences work outcomes, urging
Read →4 Apr 2024
Discover the 10 Hidden Keys to Thriving with Age
Embark on a journey of discovery as we unveil the hidden secrets of healthy longevity. Beyond the basics of diet and exercise lies a treasure trove of lesser-known strategies to thrive with age. From
Read →4 Apr 2024
Nurturing a Growth Mindset: Essential for Organisational Success
In today's dynamic world, success depends not only on strategy but also on mindset. A growth mindset, marked by a commitment to learning and resilience, is crucial for organizational triumph. It foste
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