Guides
Practical help for the moments that matter
Short, practical guides for the situations people get stuck on: a hard decision, a difficult conversation, a moment of pressure. Each one gives you steps you can use today.
How to make a hard decision when you're stuck
Stuck on a hard decision? Use this five-step method to name the real choice, set a deadline, test your options and decide without second-guessing.
Read the guide (6 min)How to prepare for a difficult conversation with your boss
Need to raise something hard with your boss? A practical way to prepare: get clear on your outcome, plan your opening line and stay calm when it gets tense.
Read the guide (6 min)How to stop overthinking at work
Replaying the meeting, rewriting the email, stuck on a call you should have made by now? A simple four-step method to stop overthinking at work today.
Read the guide (5 min)How to perform under pressure (what AFL and F1 coaches do)
Big meeting, hard call, everyone watching? Five habits elite AFL and F1 performers use to stay clear under pressure, and how to use them at work.
Read the guide (6 min)How to set goals you'll actually achieve
Set a goal in January and lost track of it by March? A practical way to set goals you'll actually achieve: pick one, plan the first step, review it weekly.
Read the guide (5 min)How to bounce back from a setback at work
Missed the promotion, lost the client or had a project go wrong? A practical way to bounce back from a setback at work and come out of it with a plan.
Read the guide (6 min)How to stop doubting yourself at work
New role, bigger job, and a voice saying you're not up to it? How to stop doubting yourself at work, handle imposter feelings and act before you feel ready.
Read the guide (6 min)How to stay motivated when progress is slow
Putting the work in and not seeing results yet? How to stay motivated when progress is slow: track what you control, shorten the horizon and keep going.
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