Fundraisers, freelancers, and charity leaders often find themselves juggling multiple responsibilities and tasks. The desire to make a positive impact can sometimes lead to an overwhelming workload.

Working in the charity sector is incredibly fulfilling, however, the passion for purposeful work can sometimes lead to burnout, leaving charity professionals feeling overwhelmed and exhausted. To address burnout head-on it's crucial to initiate the conversation.

It's time to address a pressing issue within the sector – the unacceptable trade-off between getting the job done and the well-being of staff. While we all care deeply about our causes and colleagues, the current imbalance is not sustainable.

This blog post explores the common challenges faced by charity professionals and introduces an opportunity to ignite change through a transformative workshop. Register Now for the Ignite Change Workshop and embark on a journey to overcome challenges, reignite your passion, and create a fulfilling career in the charity sector.

Effective meeting facilitation is a skill we can refine and master. This topic comes up during my Coaching and Leadership Strategy sessions. I'm thrilled to share some practical guidance on agenda setting, facilitating conversations, ensuring inclusivity, asking open questions, and much more!

For years, organisations have been operating on a precarious balance, meeting increasing demands with insufficient resources, often at the expense of underpaid and overworked staff. Now, it’s imperative to address these challenges and explore a way towards a more sustainable future.

Are you thinking about your work in the evenings and at weekends? Click here to read my top 5 ways to clear your mind at the end of your working week.

SMART goals are specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound, which helps to ensure that your efforts are focused and aligned.

Knowing when to stop proofreading, editing, or reworking is a skill. Striving for excellence is admirable, and being ambitious is great, but there comes a point where we need to stop and let our efforts be good enough.

Instead of unrealistic New Year’s resolutions, I prefer to take a more holistic approach at the start of a new year. A great way to do this is to choose a Word of the Year instead.

As host of Netflix's 'Inside the World's Toughest Prisons' Raphael Rowe brings the stories of inmates and their struggles to a global audience, through his Foundation his ultimate goal is to promote positive change in prisons worldwide and uphold basic human rights for all. As his coach, I led Raphael through 6 months of support, resulting in the clarity and confidence to articulate the mission of his foundation.

A positive work environment not only enhances team morale but also contributes to the overall effectiveness of the charity's mission. In this blog post, I will provide valuable guidance on how charity leaders can create and maintain a healthy working culture within their organisations.

9 out of 10 charity workers say they have felt stressed, overwhelmed or burnout over the past year. In this blog post, I’ll delve into practical strategies and insights that can help you navigate this challenging time and continue your vital work in the charity sector.

Sarah, a dedicated charity leader had been tirelessly working to further her organisation's mission. However, the unhealthy working culture within her organisation was pushing her to the brink of burnout. Something needed to change.

As experienced charity professionals, we are no strangers to the unpredictable nature of funding and the need to adapt swiftly to changing circumstances. In this blog post, I explore the challenges posed by the current funding environment and offer strategies to navigate these uncertain times effectively.

My husband and I share the responsibility of caring for our 16-month-old daughter while pursuing our careers. It's been a journey of collaboration, adaptability, and self-discovery. We've learned the power of a support system and the value of flexibility. As Rosa grows, so does our approach.

In this blog post, I discuss the importance of acknowledging effort alongside outcomes and share strategies to nurture a healthy work culture that avoids overwhelm and encourages sustainable growth and impact.

I've witnessed firsthand the toll this can take on dedicated professionals who pour their hearts into their work - myself included! In this blog post, I explore the essential concept of detaching your self-worth from the roller-coaster ride that is your career.

Like many of us, myself included, you might have found your way into fundraising almost by chance, enticed by the noble cause and the potential to create a positive impact. However, as seasoned professionals, we have the power to shape our careers and find the work-life balance we truly deserve.

In this blog post, I explore the prevalence of compassion tax among charity professionals, its potential effects on individuals and organisations, and the practical solutions to address this issue, such as flexible working, establishing boundaries, and recognising effort alongside outcomes.