Why do so many leaders struggle to start the year strong?

I’m planning workshops to help you turn January into a springboard for 2025:
1️⃣ Set clear, actionable goals
2️⃣ Build confidence & resilience
3️⃣ Unlock your potential

Which resonates most? Share your thoughts below or DM me!

DMA letter urges extension to 'soft opt-in' for charity emails The Data & Marketing Association (DMA) has today (25 November) called on the government to extend the 'soft opt-in' for email marketing to the third sector in a letter to the Secretary of State for Sc...

DMA letter urges extension to ‘soft opt-in’ for charity emails

“Mastering your emotions holds the key to changing your life” Dr Tara Swart was

Feeling overwhelmed? Try this exercise from Dr Tara Swart to process emotions:
1️⃣ List all the emotions you’re feeling.
2️⃣ Note the facts behind each one.
3️⃣Reflect on your self-talk—what’s your mind saying?
4️⃣Reframe it (I failed” → “I did my best)
5️⃣Write this new phrase & repeat it daily.

From Sure Start to youth centres, cutting children’s services is a false economy | Torsten Bell Research reveals that Tessa Jowell’s programme not only helped early years children but went on to reduce youth crime On 22 February 2019, I spoke at a conference in memory of a good friend, Tessa Jowell. The event was about her legacy, marking 20 years…

From Sure Start to youth centres, cutting children’s services is a false economy | Torsten Bell

'Refused service again with my guide dog, I'm done speaking out' - BBC News Sean Dilley is inundated with abuse on social media whenever he posts about discrimination issues.

I really don't want to eat anywhere that refuses to serve people who need a guide dog.

Not only is it illegal, it's also illogical. They are incredibly well trained and can be relied on to behave better than the customers.

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For 15 years, including as Head of Marketing at the NSPCC, I’ve been passionate about what inspires people to grow. Now, as a certified coach, I empower leaders to overcome challenges and create lasting impact—with empathy, resilience, and humour. Let’s connect. www.jamesbarkercoaching.co.uk