by joblakeleytraining | Jun 28, 2025 | Articles, Businesses
A lot of my friends’ children have just sat their GCSEs, and it took me right back to a pivotal moment in my life: my results day. I was 16, feeling accomplished, with three A’s, three B’s, and three C’s. I proudly handed the letter to my dad, expecting a pat on the...
by joblakeleytraining | Jun 18, 2025 | Articles, Individuals
Have you ever though: “I’ll get good at presenting once I’m in a leadership role?” If so, you’re not alone. I’ve heard that a lot! Unfortunately, presenting isn’t just for ‘later.’ It’s for right now. Waiting until you’re senior to build presentation skills is...
by joblakeleytraining | Jun 18, 2025 | Articles, Businesses
Last week, one of my senior-level clients said, completely deadpan: “I’m just not cut out for presenting. I could never do it well, let alone enjoy it.” I replied: “Anyone can learn to deliver a great presentation – and feel comfortable doing it – with the...
by joblakeleytraining | Jun 12, 2025 | Articles, Individuals
Have you ever felt totally overwhelmed… but didn’t know how to say it out loud? Maybe you were handed a task that felt impossible. Or your to-do list kept growing, while your energy quietly disappeared. You didn’t want to complain. You didn’t want to seem incapable....
by joblakeleytraining | Jun 12, 2025 | Articles, Businesses
Last week, my 13-year-old son was unusually quiet, moody, withdrawn, snappy. You might think ‘teenagers, right?’ But this wasn’t like him. Something was off. Eventually, he admitted he was overwhelmed by a school assignment. He didn’t feel equipped to handle it. His...
by joblakeleytraining | Jun 8, 2025 | Articles, Individuals
Have you ever found yourself feeling off at work, like something’s shifted, but you can’t quite explain what or why? Maybe you’re in a new role that doesn’t quite fit yet. Maybe you’ve come back from leave and the team feels… different. Or maybe the job you once...
