by joblakeleytraining | Jun 10, 2026 | Articles, Insights
If you’ve realised that you have one – or more – of these Hidden Patterns, you’re not alone. Over the last few weeks, I’ve written extensively about People Pleasing, Imposter Syndrome, Overthinking and Avoidance, and many readers have replied to tell...
by joblakeleytraining | Jun 9, 2026 | Articles, Insights
Whether you’re someone who openly admits you’d like more confidence, this article is for you. And if you’re someone who is currently thinking, “I don’t need help with my confidence,” this article is probably even more for you....
by joblakeleytraining | Jun 8, 2026 | Articles, Insights
Last week, I wrote about how hidden patterns are often much easier to spot in other people than they are in ourselves. For years, I couldn’t see my own, but eventually, I did. I recognised that what I’d previously called being helpful, considerate and...
by joblakeleytraining | Jun 8, 2026 | Articles, Insights
Last week, I wrote about what happens when hidden patterns collide. The People Pleaser working with the Overthinker. The Imposter working with the Avoider. And how team problems are often created not by one difficult person, but by the interaction between the patterns...
by joblakeleytraining | Jun 5, 2026 | Articles, Insights
Recently, I was asked to help with a team that supposedly needed communication skills training. “What’s happening?” I asked. The response was interesting. “I can’t quite explain it, but meetings feel tense, decisions take forever and...
