FlowMotion Consultancy

💥"Do you use pushback as your fuel?"💥 Sometimes reshaping your perspective can have a transformative effect. In a recent client discussion, we talked about the different ways people handle pushback. My client realized that they often interprets pushback as strong opposition. However, they learned that sometimes it’s more about “testing the waters”—other leaders might push back just to gauge their confidence or see if their stance holds. This shift in perspective led them to a new approach: 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲! Instead of taking every critique as a roadblock, they now see it as an opportunity to reaffirm their own stance or engage in a productive debate. This has led to 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗲𝗿 𝗱𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘂𝗲𝘀 and has built stronger relationships with peers and team members. 𝗟𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗲𝗱: Pushback doesn’t mean disagreement—it can be a way to refine and strengthen our ideas. 🧠 How do you handle feedback or challenges from others? Let’s hear your thoughts! #Feedback #PersonalGrowth #ProfessionalDevelopment #Resilience

🌟 Next week is Stress at Work Week. 🌟 We all experience stress in the workplace from time to time. What causes you stress? Knowing how you behave can help you turn that behaviour into a positive action, even under stress. Each drive reacts differently to stress. Do you recognize yourself in these drives? Read more below! For more information about drives, download the eBook: "All About Drives" https://lnkd.in/gfJcywx9 #ManagementDrives #StressAtWorkWeek

This half term, I received a wonderful book recommendation from one of my best friends Mariëtte Mol: The Gift by Edith Eger. Listening to it made me realize that I want to make some changes to boost my happiness. I found myself crying several times as certain parts resonated deeply with me. Here are two key insights that stood out: The first is about giving space to anger as an emotion. Growing up in a quiet, peaceful family, I wasn’t exposed to anger, so I never learned how to deal with it in a healthy way. In our society, anger is often frowned upon, but Edith provides valuable tips on embracing this emotion. By allowing ourselves to feel anger, we can ultimately let it go and move forward to feelings that nourish us, like courage, love, and compassion. The second insight focuses on stepping away from what’s no longer working instead of forcing change. I often find myself thinking, “If it doesn’t work, I just need to try harder, and eventually, I’ll get there.” However, Edith’s book reminded me that sometimes it’s more effective to step back and reassess the bigger picture. If you’re looking for a powerful read that challenges you to embrace your emotions and rethink your approach to life, I highly recommend picking up this book. #personaldevelopment #booktip

Empowering through challenge is a strategy that, in my conversations with leaders, has proven to be both transformative and sometimes intimidating. Perhaps you feel the same, that instinctively you want to step in, especially when you see team members struggling. You might be thinking of support as having all the answers ready, laying out each step to ensure your team stays on track. But when we discuss re-framing support to include challenge, you will start to see that by stepping back, you can actually provide an even stronger foundation for growth. Letting your team members ‘sweat a little’—guiding rather than directing—sparks remarkable results. It allows your team members to think creatively, make decisions, and learn from their own experiences. You can start this by offering more open-ended guidance, framing tasks in a way that leaves room for exploration. Instead of, ‘Here’s how we’ll handle this,’ it’s more, ‘What’s your approach to solving this?’ or ‘How do you envision tackling this challenge?’ This approach often requires patience and a bit of courage. Initially, team members may experience discomfort, and there might even be some mistakes along the way. But those small missteps turn out to be stepping stones, building confidence, resilience, and problem-solving skills. When you give your team this autonomy, it doesn’t take long for them to ‘shine’—bringing fresh ideas, unique solutions, and a new level of ownership to their roles. I’ve found that balancing support with challenge also means shifting away from the mindset that success is about preventing failure at all costs. Instead, it’s about cultivating an environment where growth is prioritized, even if it includes bumps along the way. For those of you leading teams, how do you find the balance between supporting your team and giving them the freedom to face challenges? Do you ever struggle with letting go and letting them find their way? In the picture, you see part of our family doing a Via Ferrata in Spain. The youngest was leading the way that day, tackling the course head-on as we watched from behind—letting go and embracing the challenge. It was a powerful reminder that sometimes the best way to support someone is to step back and let them take the lead. #leadershipdevelopment #teamperformance #managementdevelopment

"Are you really speaking each other's language?" This question goes beyond just understanding the words being said. It's about whether you're truly aligned in communication, expectations, and goals. Do you fully grasp the perspectives, priorities, and concerns of the other person or team? Are you on the same page when it comes to key objectives, values, and ways of working, or are there gaps in understanding that might be slowing down progress? Effective communication isn’t just about talking—it's about ensuring clarity, connection, and mutual understanding to drive real results. To work smoothly together, mutual understanding is key. Improving team communication and interpersonal relationships can boost well-being, morale, and performance. At the heart of this is understanding each person’s unique communication and engagement style. By recognizing the six different drives within your team, you can tailor your communication approach effectively. Understanding how someone talks and listens can help you avoid conflicts and become a teamwork pro! Improve your team's communication with Management Drives. Drop me a line below or send a message. #EffectiveCommuniation #TeamBoost #Leadership #ManagementDrives

Leadership development often struggles with sustainability. We invest in training, but unless it sticks, habits remain unchanged. A recent client case highlighted this: after attending leadership programs provided in the past, teams reverted to old behaviours. Why? Culture plays a huge role. It’s not enough to attend workshops; leadership must be continuously reinforced in daily actions and conversations. True leadership development requires both learning AND consistent application. A few tips that could help with this: ✅Foster a feedback culture - feedback is the backbone of continuous improvement and discussing, developing and reinforcing behaviours that create culture ✅Instead of 1 time interventions, create longer programmes with mixed learning methods (e.g. workshops, action-learning, on-the-job) ✅Ensure senior leaders are modeling the behaviours and skills ✅Take the insights from the initial course to a coach/mentor and have regular sessions to facilitate lasting behavioural change and skill development ✅Create peer groups in which participants regularly share success experiences, learnings and challenges ✅Make measurable what lasting change look like, and track progress ✅Integrate the leadership competencies and behaviours in other processes such as succession planning, performance management and talent acquisition How do you ensure lasting change in your leadership programs? #LearningAndDevelopment #LeadershipPrograms #CultureChange

In a recent session with a client, we tackled a common challenge: the fear of conflict in the workplace. My client expressed a strong reluctance to confront stakeholders, driven by a desire to maintain harmony within the team. This fear can often stifle creativity and hinder decision-making. As my client insightfully noted, “I worry that speaking up might disrupt our team’s unity.” However, it’s essential to recognize that constructive conflict can lead to growth and innovation. By reframing conflict as an opportunity for dialogue rather than a threat, we can foster healthier discussions. Creating a culture where differing opinions are valued can empower individuals to express their thoughts without fear. 💡 How do you approach conflict in your professional environment? What steps can you take to transform fear into constructive conversation? Let’s embrace healthy conflict as a catalyst for collaboration and progress! #Leadership #ConflictResolution #TeamDynamics

🌟 Dinner time at our house is a lively affair! With four kids and two adults, sharing stories from our day can turn into a noisy competition for airtime. 🎤 In the chaos, I’ve noticed something familiar: just like in our family dinners, meetings at work can sometimes feel like a battle to be heard. Some voices rise above, while others fade into the background or disappear completely. 🤔 Do you see this dynamic in your meetings? It’s a reminder that listening and asking questions are essential to building connection—whether at the dinner table or in the (virtual) meetingroom. #listeningskills #effectivemeetings #dinnertableadventures

🌟 World Mental Health Day 2024🌟 Today is World Mental Health Day, a day dedicated worldwide to raising awareness about mental health and promoting mental well-being. This day reminds us that mental health is an essential part of our overall health. Leaders play a crucial role in supporting the mental health of their teams. They can create an open culture where mental health is a topic of discussion, and employees receive the support they need. Leaders can also help their teams recognize and address mental health issues, such as stress. Understanding what drives people can be a valuable tool. It ensures that you can ask for or offer help at the right moment and make the most of social connections and support from colleagues. This can contribute to less stress and quicker recovery, which is essential for maintaining good mental health. #WorldMentalHealthDay #MentalHealthMatters #EndTheStigma #MentalHealthAwareness #WellBeing #MindfulLiving

I recently collaborated with a client team that faced a significant challenge: peer collaboration in the management team was almost non-existent. Team members were accustomed to escalating issues directly to leadership, bypassing important discussions with one another. This led to missed opportunities for alignment and support. Through our work together, we uncovered a vital insight: strong peer relationships are essential for building cohesive teams. It's not just about reporting on individual areas—it's about fostering a culture where team members connect, ask questions, and share advice. What I’ve realised is that peer collaboration and open dialogue are critical. It’s not just about reporting on your area or function, but also about asking questions, offering support, and sharing advice. Investing in these dynamics takes time, but the transformation can lead to more effective decision-making and a unified approach. How does your team prioritize alignment and collaboration? Let’s share ideas! #Leadership #TeamAlignment #Collaboration