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FRESH THINKING
Perspectives on leadership, culture and inclusion


Imposter Syndrome: The Uncelebrated Virtue of Self-Doubt
In many workplaces, “overthinking” is treated as a weakness. Leadership capability frameworks often demand decisiveness, firmness under pressure, and fast action. Yet, being willing to rethink one’s decision – to question assumptions or to consider new evidence – isn’t always indecisiveness, it’s responsible leadership.
Pooja Sachdev
Apr 215 min read


Happy Enough: Rethinking Wellbeing at work
Has wellbeing become yet another KPI? This article explores a more grounded approach to wellbeing at work - shifting the focus from constant happiness to sustainable, long-term flourishing.
Pooja Sachdev
Jan 226 min read


The ‘Sandwich’ Generation
The "sandwich generation" refers to adults who are simultaneously caring for children and aging parents. This poses acute challenges - not only in terms of time and resources, but in the emotional toll it can take.
This article outlines 5 ways in which we can sensitively lead, coach and support people in this stage - to help them sustain their own wellbeing, energy and engagement with work and life.
Pooja Sachdev
Nov 3, 20254 min read


Neurodiversity at Work: What Leaders and Coaches need to know
How to help clients identify and leverage their unique strengths, while navigating challenges – without seeing neurodivergence as something to be ‘fixed.’
Pooja Sachdev
Sep 4, 20256 min read


Feminism across cultures - Taking a global view
Global feminism should be inclusive, recognising the diversity of women's lives.
Pooja Sachdev
Jun 12, 20257 min read


The Myth of Meritocracy
The idea of being ‘merit-based’ is appealing – but can do more harm than good. Here’s what leaders, coaches and organisations should know.
Pooja Sachdev
Jan 25, 20255 min read


Journeying Through Menopause
Menopause can have a significant impact on women at work. How can we better understand and support colleagues through this life stage?
Pooja Sachdev
Oct 17, 20246 min read


“We can’t say anything any more!”
How do we facilitate more open, honest, and productive conversations about diversity, equity & inclusion?
Pooja Sachdev
Jul 15, 20245 min read


ABOUT TIME
Feeling time-pressured? How we relate with the concept of time may depend on our culture, upbringing, personality, or how and where we work.
Pooja Sachdev
Apr 22, 20244 min read


Building ‘Inclusive Leadership’ in Organisations
What does it mean to lead inclusively, and how can we support people in positions of leadership to develop this capacity?
Pooja Sachdev
Jan 18, 20245 min read


Preventing Burnout: Building a Culture of employee Wellbeing
What steps can we take to counter the ‘always on’ mentality and prevent burnout culture where we work?
Pooja Sachdev
Dec 5, 20233 min read


Equity, Diversity & Inclusion in Coaching Practice
As coaches, how can we approach diversity in a way that helps to build connection, equity, and inclusion? Here is a 3-part approach...
Pooja Sachdev
Oct 19, 20238 min read
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