The Development Company (DCo)

Transitioning from working as a team member to leading it can be a BIG change. ⏺ Boundaries will be tested. ⏺ The skills which brought you to recognition as a team member are no longer a measurement of success in your new leadership role. ⏺ The pressure starts to rise and relationships with colleagues are shifting. ⏺ Is it supposed to feel this lonely? All will be revealed or further explored in our latest Point In Leadership Episode & article. Join Mike Hopkins and Imran Datoo, gain clarity, and navigate this experience with greater purpose today ➡ 🔗 Article: https://lnkd.in/eKNquZfj #Leadership #EmergentLeadership #Innovation #Teamwork #podcast #promotion https://lnkd.in/eiRFNq9y

Get to the CORE of High Performance with our latest podcast episode! 🚀 Join executive consultant & founder, Mike Hopkins, in conversation with ex-professional rugby player, Don Armand, as he reveals his best kept secrets for maintaining consistent performance from the C-suite to the home! Get insight on: ✅ The value of direct feedback & resilience ✅ Transitioning from elite sport to becoming a director & founder ✅ Learning to 'play the game' in business ✅ Balancing both family and working lives Listen today: https://lnkd.in/edDYnamQ #highperformance #business #donarmand #rugby #selfimprovements #podcast

We need your help! We’re looking for a local charity or community project in the Abingdon and wider Oxfordshire area that could use our support on the 13th of November. Whether it’s lending a hand on a project, organising an event, or any other way we can help, we’re ready to make an impact! If you know of a charity or initiative that could use some extra hands, please get in touch through direct message or comments! 🙌 #GivingBack #Volunteer #Oxfordshire #CommunitySupport #CSR #Graduates #BusinessForGood

Episode 8 Teaser! We're back again with another unique perspective! In our latest episode, Mike Hopkins will be in conversation with ex-professional rugby player, Don Armand. Tune in next Wednesday, the 30th of October to Excited to discover: ✅ Transitioning from sport to business & the overplayed connection between the two industries ✅ How todays business is missing direct feedback ✅ Empowerment - Why does it often fail? Stay up to date by hitting the follow button or subscribing to our podcast on Spotify! #fyp #learn #podcast #episode #business #consultant #military #sport #rugby

Proud to count Biogen as one of our clients, congratulations on this wonderful achievement and recognition 👏 we wish you the same continued success 🤗 #changetheworld #congratulations #achievement #recognition

The results are in! 🥂 Over the past year, 65% of our training delivery has been conducted in-person, meeting the needs of both local and international clients. This means around 35% of our sessions were delivered virtually. What does this tell us? 🤔 It highlights a clear message: the demand for human connection in training and development remains strong. While virtual solutions have their place, many still prefer the face-to-face experience for deeper engagement and learning. How are you embracing this balance in your organisation? Let’s talk about it! #training #organisation #development #learning #virtual #virtualtraining #eventfacilitation

Are you the owner of a startup, a new boss, or were you promoted to a management position without adequate training? ➡️ Do you feel alone? ➡️ Are you struggling to find your identity as a leader? ➡️ Do people listen to you? ➡️ Do you struggle to set boundaries? These are all VERY common challenges which emergent leaders come to face in their journey. Come join our host & founder Mike Hopkins in conversation with leadership coach Imran Datoo in our latest Podcast episode where we talk through each of these topics! Find our podcast through our Linktree: https://lnkd.in/e7ps5DY9  #fyp #podcast #development #business #startup #ceo #mindset #learninganddevelopment

Confidence stems from understanding what lies within our control and what doesn't. Our mindset holds the ultimate power over how we show up each day. While no two minds are alike, most of us have the ability to choose confidence—and I choose it. This doesn’t mean living in a bubble or being confident every single day—that's unrealistic. But there’s no greater freedom than deciding who you want to be, and acting in alignment with that choice. That’s where real power lies. #Confidence #Mindset #tips #ask

Did you know that empathetic leadership is driving the future of work? Empathy, once overlooked, is now seen as the most important leadership skill, but what do you do if it doesn't come naturally to you? In this article, we explore: ✅ Why empathy is essential for great leadership ✅ How it boosts team collaboration, trust, and innovation ✅ Practical steps to develop empathy, even if it doesn’t come naturally Whether you’re managing a team or simply want to improve your emotional intelligence, this guide will help you unlock the power of empathy. Read now and start your journey to becoming a more empathetic and effective leader! #leadershipskills #empathy #emotionalintelligence #teamworkmakesthedreamwork #LeadershipTransformation https://lnkd.in/eBeBtT87

In Episode 7 of The Point In Leadership, Mike Hopkins is going to be joined by leadership Imran Datoo (Find him on Instagram: @leadership.imran) We're going to dive into the art of managing disruption in teams and unlocking the secrets to conflict resolution & motivation 🔥 Whether you’re leading through change or seeking new ways to keep your team engaged, this episode is packed with powerful insights and real-world strategies! 👉 Tune in on the 9th of October to discover: How to navigate disruptions without missing a beat AND proven methods to reignite team motivation & drive. Don’t miss out – your leadership game is about to level up! 💡🎧 Keep up to date with our podcast by subscribing on Spotify through our Linktree  #LeadershipPodcast #TeamMotivation #DisruptionInTeams #ImranDatoo #ThePointInLeadership