Why ‘Ponderings’?

My brain is like a cooker/stove top. It has ‘stuff’ bubbling away on it all the time. Some is quietly blipping away in the background. Others front of mind and needing my attention.

I’m inspired by conversations, news items, articles, events and these blogs are the results of those musings!

Are you a Leaky Leader?
Johanna Hooper Johanna Hooper

Are you a Leaky Leader?

Are you a Leaky Leader?

And how to make changes for the good of you, your team and your business.

Many years ago when I was serving aboard HMS Illustrious, a Chief in my team commented, “I can tell your mood by the way you walk through the office”.

In a hierarchical organisation like the Royal Navy, making a comment like that to a senior officer takes a certain level of confidence (and some might say courage).

But, decades later, I can still recall that exchange with absolute clarity.

Why?

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