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The power of pause: why resilient leaders make the biggest impact
In a world where change is constant and pressure is high, leaders are often expected to move faster, think bigger and deliver more - often with less.
And this works, until it doesn’t anymore.
Leading for inclusive high performance in 2025 and beyond
The world of work has changed and so has the definition of a great leader.
In 2025 and beyond, the most effective leaders are no longer those who simply direct, demand and deliver. Today’s high-impact leadership is deeply human. It is bold, inclusive, emotionally intelligent and focused on creating the conditions where teams don’t just perform but thrive together.
Humility at work: the quiet power that can drive cultural change
When people hear the word humility, they often think of meekness, shyness or the need to downplay their vision or success.
In our opinion, in the workplace, humility is not about shrinking our ideas or ourselves. It is a deliberate practice, a skill that signals you are ready to learn, to collaborate and to lead without letting ego block progress.
Composure: the quiet strength behind resilience
In the world of leadership, change and challenge, resilience is often praised as the skill that helps us rise. But what gives resilience its shape - what allows us to actually apply it in real-time - often comes down to one underrated quality: composure!
Bouncing forward: why resilience is a daily decision
Resilience isn’t just about being tough or ‘soldiering on’. It’s not about bouncing back to what was. It’s about bouncing forward - resetting, learning, growing and trying again, especially when it’s hard or uncertain. Find out more…
5 everyday managerial habits that can make the workplace more inclusive
Because inclusion isn’t just about what you say. It’s about what you intentionally do, every day. Find out how to do do inclusion here.
Conscious inclusion: why good intentions aren’t enough
In many sectors and especially the charity sector, people often enter the work with strong values, a desire to do good and have positive impact. Is that enough? Find out here!
What happens to performance when we are in survival mode?
Why do leaders need more than hustle to truly thrive and perform at their best? Find out here.
The future of work is human: leading with the 3Cs - compassion, creativity and courage
The old blueprint of leadership - built on control, competition and compliance is being thrown in the bin! Find our why here!
Leadership that resonates: bridging the gap between intention and impact
Discover the 3 ways to bridge the gap between intention and impact when it comes to leadership!
Beyond burnout: strategies for sustainable & inclusive high performance
At High Fifteen, we believe the answer is in shifting the question - from ‘how do we avoid burnout?’ to ‘how do we create the conditions for sustainable energy, clarity and purpose?’. Find out why here!
Rewriting leadership norms: why emotional intelligence is your superpower
The old leadership playbook, where authority meant distance, vulnerability was weakness and decision-making was strictly top-down, is overdue for retirement. Find out why here!
Let's talk about belonging - definition and contribution to high performance
What does it mean to experience a sense of belonging at work everyday?
Workplace culture is not a perk - it is a performance strategy
Free snacks and hybrid flexible policies are part of your employee experience, but true culture? Non, sorry! Culture is deeper than that and it is intentional, a non-negotiable and daily practice! Find out more here!
A love letter to authentic leadership
Many high-achieving, deeply capable leaders we work with in corporate settings find themselves stuck in a cycle of performing & delivering while slowly compromising their sense of self. This needs to end now. Find how here!