Inspirational Group

✨ Happy Diwali from the Inspirational Group! ✨ As our wonderful team in India celebrates Diwali this week, we’re excited to share their heartfelt wishes with our global LinkedIn family: "Wishing you a Diwali filled with light, joy, and prosperity—may the glow of the diyas (lamps) bring peace and happiness to your heart and home!" Diwali, the "Festival of Lights," symbolizes the victory of light over darkness and hope over despair. This beautiful festival is celebrated with family, friends, and communities coming together to ignite the spark of positivity and warmth. From all of us at Inspirational Group, may your Diwali be as bright and joyful as our team in India’s! 🌟 #HappyDiwali #FestivalOfLights #BeInspirational #InspirationalGroup

#MotivationalMonday | #BeInspirational At Inspirational Group, we believe in "Being Inspirational in everything that we do." Each week, we share a story or moment that reflects our purpose of leadership for a better tomorrow, aiming to uplift and inspire our community. This week, we honor the memory of Bob Jones, former Director of Leadership at the Inspirational Development Group, who passed away nine years ago. Bob was a guiding light for many of us—colleagues, clients, and participants alike. His influence continues to shape who we are today. Our COO, Heather, shares a personal reflection on Bob’s remarkable legacy: "A Whoopah to Bob Jones! We recently marked the 9th year anniversary of Bob's passing. Bob was an inspiration to many of us, including colleagues, clients, and participants, many of whom have said he changed their lives forever. His passion, charisma, and sense of presence were extraordinary, and I was privileged to work with him for six years before his passing. You certainly knew when Bob was around—his broad Liverpudlian accent, his big laugh, and his quick wit and storytelling were in abundance. Time spent with him was always thought-provoking and memorable. I learned so much from my dear friend Bob, and I know he would be proud of the evolution of the Inspirational Group. He always said, 'Never allow us to become MDG—the Mediocre Development Group,' and I am sure if he were here with us today, he would agree that we have kept our word, and he would be proud of what we are achieving." Heather’s reflection is shared by so many who knew Bob. His impact on our team and his unforgettable personality are beautifully summed up in these words from colleagues: "An inspiration to so many. Uncompromisingly unique—once met, never forgotten!" "Bob was one of the most passionate people I’ve had the joy of knowing. His infectious personality always motivated you to perform at your highest level." "A force of nature. When I first met him, he made me feel like anything was possible. He pushed me to be the best version of myself, and I will always be grateful for that." We close with one of Bob’s favorite sayings: "Do or do not. There is no Try." Today, we remember Bob, his infectious energy, and the indelible mark he left on us all. #Leadership #Inspiration #Legacy #RememberingBobJones #BeInspirational #LeadershipForABetterTomorrow

We’re thrilled to announce that our very own Felicity Wingrove, Director of Coaching and Communication at Inspirational Group and one of the UK’s leading experts in the applied psychology of language, will be a special guest on The Digital Download tomorrow! 🎙️✨ Join the conversation on Mastering Language for Leadership Impact, where Felicity will share her unique insights on how leaders can harness the power of words to influence, persuade, and elevate their reputations. With over two decades of experience, Felicity has helped CEOs and executives around the world become more compelling and impactful through effective communication strategies. 📅 When? Tomorrow 📍 Where? LinkedIn Live – The Digital Download They'll be diving into important questions like: 🗣️ Why do so many leaders struggle with communication? 🗣️ How can language shape perceptions and manage reputations? 🗣️ What are the common PR pitfalls for executives? 🗣️ How can you master communication across virtual, in-person, and on-stage platforms? Audience participation is highly encouraged – so bring your questions and insights! Don't miss this opportunity to learn from one of the best in the business! #Leadership #CommunicationMastery #PR #LeadershipDevelopment #ExecutivePresence #BusinessLeadership #TheDigitalDownload #FelicityWingrove

☕ Coffee & Leadership Inspiration! ☕ Huge thanks to Ayda A. and Deniz Erten for designing our new branded mugs, complete with powerful leadership quotes like Theodore M. Hesburgh’s: "The very essence of leadership is that you have to have vision. You can't blow an uncertain trumpet." Our team in India is loving their coffee moments together, and it’s a reminder that small things can unite a team. If you could choose, what leadership quote would you want on your mug? 👇 #BeInspirational #LeadershipQuotes #Teamwork #CoffeeBreak #InspirationalGroup #TeamIndia #TogetherWeInspire Riya Arora Intifa Baruah

✨ #MondayMotivation | #BeInspirational ✨ At Inspirational Group, we believe that inspiration is at the heart of everything we do. Each week, we share a personal story from one of our team members to show how everyday experiences can ignite new ideas and motivations. This week, we're delighted to feature Matthew Moore, our Digital and Production Marketing Manager, who recently experienced an unexpected moment of inspiration.   "A few weeks ago I went to a Grayson Perry exhibition and was absolutely blown away. I hadn’t been expecting anything: it was just a place to meet a friend, but I left the exhibition invigorated, optimistic and happy – absolutely inspired.   I loved the way he takes normal, mundane life and turns it into something extraordinary and affecting. This piece was my favourite: it’s important to know that it’s not a painting, it’s a tapestry and it’s massive - 3.4m x 2.9m. It’s also incredibly vibrant and beautifully detailed – both in its construction as well as what it depicts, which are scenes from someone’s life.   I found it exciting, innovative, thoughtful, funny, melancholy, comforting and provocative, and I spent about half an hour just looking at it, tracing the detail and reflecting on the life it depicted and life in general.   I love the way art – be it contemporary art, literature, music, cinema etc - can affect a person in such a positive way, can lift them out of their routine, and truly inspire them."   Here’s to taking moments to be surprised and inspired in the week ahead! ✨ #Inspiration #Art #GraysonPerry #Creativity #MondayMotivation #BeInspirational #LivingInTheMoment #Mindfulness

Another successful half-day session was delivered in Oxford last week to the Schmidt Science Fellows on behalf of Inspirational Group. The bright-minded fellows completed a series of tasks to optimise teamwork and encourage collaboration through prioritisation. Everyone (including the facilitators) enjoyed participating in a beautiful venue. #leadership #development #leadershipconsultant #teamwork #collaboration LANCE GERRARD-WRIGHT Felicity Wingrove Martin Stanning

✨ #MondayMotivation | #BeInspirational ✨ This Monday, we’re sharing a deeply personal reflection from our Managing Director of Europe, Dr. Marcus Gottschalk. "Cognitive decline weighs heavily on my mind, especially after my mum was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. I found Heather Sandison, ND ’s book to be both inspirational and filled with hope, suggesting that we can actually reverse cognitive decline - not through a magic pill from my favourite pharmaceutical giant, but by upgrading our lives. This journey involves enhancing my roles as a father, husband, son, colleague, and leader. One of the first upgrades I implemented was to eliminate as many toxins as possible from my life, ranging from microplastics and Teflon to toxic relationships." Marcus' story reminds us that change begins from within, and by taking small, intentional steps, we can make a profound difference in our well-being and the lives of those around us. Let’s take this as inspiration to upgrade our lives in ways that matter most. #BeInspirational #CognitiveHealth #Leadership #MindfulLiving #AlzheimersAwareness #InspirationalGroup #PersonalGrowth

8 Weeks, 2 Flights, and a Million Memories Later: I Graduated from Ignited Voices! I'm beyond excited to share that after 8 intense weeks and 2 flights later, I've officially graduated from the Ignited Voices program by Misk Leadership! This journey was like a rollercoaster ride, packed with opportunities for global representation, job shadowing, leadership sessions, an immersive bootcamp in Riyadh, one-on-one coaching, and media training. We had different visits and interactive sessions with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Economy and Planning, as well as the Ministry of Communication and Information Technology. I picked up some killer skills like interpersonal and cognitive abilities, on-stage presence, strategic storytelling, and the art of persuasion. But the best part? Meeting 100 amazing individuals and realizing that true leadership and ambassadorship come from just being yourself. Huge shoutout to Misk Leadership | مسك القادة & Inspirational Group for this unforgettable experience! Abdulrahman Alhenaki Abdulrahman AlTimani Sulaiman Bin Surayyi Dina Hardy khaled al-anazi

Voices ignited.. Futures reshaped 🎙️🇸🇦 I am thrilled to have completed the 8-week #Ignited_Voices Program by the Misk Foundation, an experience packed with challenges, growth, and countless learning opportunities that have deeply shaped my leadership abilities and empowered me to create a lasting, positive impact. This journey was far more than just a program; it was a transformative experience that pushed me out of my comfort zone, refined my skills, and connected me with some of the most inspiring minds. The program has provided me with tools, insights, and the confidence to take bold steps toward driving meaningful change. Special thanks to my amazing teammates: Abdulaziz Aljohani, Ali Alsaileek, Bandar Alshuraym, Haifa A., Khalid Al-Murshed, Najd AlMubarak, Nora Al Dhuwaihi, Reem AlMeshari, Sharifah AlEssa and my competition teammates Musab Aldosari and Mohammed Alsalamah whose support, collaboration, and shared passion made this journey even more rewarding. Also, a huge thanks to the incredible mentors: Ahmed u Shaikh, Iain Robertson, Jake McCabe, Jake Meyer BEM FRGS, Jo Bradshaw, Jim Alexander, Simon Mann, Sion Taylor, Sukhy Bains, Inspirational Group, Media Zoo whose unwavering guidance and wisdom were instrumental going forward. Also, thanks to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Saudi Arabia for supporting our journey through this program. I would also like to extend heartfelt thanks to Misk Leadership | مسك القادة, and special thanks to Eng. Omar Najjar, Dr. Tom Dreyer, Abdulrahman AlTimani, Abdulrahman Alhenaki, khaled al-anazi, Sulaiman Bin Surayyi, and Dina Hardy for curating such an impactful experience, and for giving us the platform to not only learn but also to grow as leaders and individuals who can truly make a difference. This is only the beginning, and I’m excited for the journey ahead!

What an incredible journey it's been 👏 ! The Misk Ignited Voices program has officially come to an end, and I couldn’t be prouder of our amazing delegates. Over the past eight weeks, they’ve shown nothing but hard work, dedication, and a thirst for knowledge. Each step of the way, they faced challenges head-on, and their journey ended with a real-life simulation of a global summit, where they conquered unexpected obstacles and proved their potential as future global leaders. To each Ignited Voices delegate: you’ve taken significant steps forward, and this is just the beginning. Keep pushing yourselves, stay curious, and always strive for excellence. Your voice is powerful, and I look forward to seeing it resonate across the world. You have the ability to be youth ambassadors of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in the future, and I am excited to watch you take on that role with confidence. A big thank you to our partners for their incredible support! Inspirational Group , MOFA, MCIT, MEP and, MEWA. A special thanks to my amazing team for your hard work and passion. This program’s success wouldn’t have been possible without your effort and commitment. Dr. Tom Dreyer Mohammad AlZaid, MBA ,EA Abdulrahman AlTimani Dina Hardy Sulaiman Bin Surayyi khaled al-anazi Let’s keep the momentum going. The journey doesn’t end here—keep rising, keep representing, and keep igniting your voices. #Leadership #Misk #IgnitedVoices