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Chartered Psychologist & Psychotherapist: When we get people right, we get business right. Let's put the human factor back into business.

I get very excited about working collaboratively with organisations, using psychological principles and evidence-based practices, to create workplace cultures where employees excel, where teams are dynamic and where people are happy. It's Time for Change helps leaders and HR professional to develop sustainable high performing, engaged teams, by creating the best company culture with positive mental wellbeing at the centre. Looking after the people we work with is a human, ethical and moral responsibility. And it's good for business - higher staff engagement means fewer absences, lower staff turnover and far better business results. While most businesses know this, they don't always know where to start.

⭐ That's where I come in. ⭐

📧 lisa@itstimeforchange.co.uk | 🌍 www.itstimeforchange.co.uk

Designed to drive meaningful change in your business, I provide bespoke support delivered in creative & practical ways to suit your team and your company’s specific objectives. However we work together, it will be interactive and focused around moving your business forward, keeping people onboard. MY PODCAST is the best place to hear conversations with inspiring leaders about how to create exceptional work culture and employee experience.
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CHECK OUT MY BLOG to access advice, resources and all things topical in the world of engagement, , , , , dynamics, and .
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WHAT KEEPS ME BUSY:
Training, workshops, consultation, public speaking, psychotherapy, coaching, After Action Reviews, assessments, workplace insights

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By the way, I'm also a busy mum and a huge fan of the outdoors, so I avoid being in business mode full time. Oh, and I'm a lover of gin!

11/09/2025

Imagine a world where adults at work are emotionally mature because it has been developed with intention.

Where people can:
• Recognise and name what they’re feeling – whether it’s the build-up to a difficult conversation, anxiety before a presentation, or the imposter syndrome that quietly lingers.
• Pause to react differently and to problem-solve
• Spot patterns in themselves and others and apply that insight to improve relationships, resilience and outcomes.

Yesterday I spent the afternoon with Trinity Learning, for the fifth year running, helping volunteers build the confidence and know-how to support this kind of learning in schools.

The impact is obvious. Lightbulb moments happen as we explore:
• Emotional regulation
• The power of language
• Active listening
• Human needs in practice
• Strategies for taking back control in challenging situations.

And it always makes me wonder…

Wouldn’t our world be better if we all learned these life skills? What difference that would make in every organisation.

Now ask yourself… how well is your workplace supporting this development?

In a world increasingly shaped by AI, it’s the human skills – emotional intelligence, communication, adaptability – that will differentiate us most.

Is your workforce ready to sit confidently and competently alongside tech? Or will your workforce become irrelevant?

The focus shouldn’t just be upgrading your systems. It’s about investing in your people.

If you want to shape a workforce that’s emotionally intelligent, resilient and future fit, let’s talk.

10/09/2025

You are the product of your environment. So, what’s shaping you right now?

When you came back to work after the summer break, were you energised or quietly dreading it?

I watched the film Argylle recently, and a line stuck with me:
“They’re products of their environment.”
(The character was talking about wine 🍇… but this is true about people).

It reminded me of something Jim Rohn once said:
💡“You are the average of the five people you spend the most time with.”

So, if you're in the office right now, take a moment.
Look around.

Are you inspired?
Are you lifting others - and are they lifting you?

If you're remote, think about who you interact with most during your day.
Do those people challenge you? Support you? Make you think or laugh or grow?

Or are you just getting through the day?

The people and environment around you shape your performance, your wellbeing, your self-belief. If those signals aren't right, it takes a toll.

So ask yourself:
Who’s influencing you right now?
Who are you influencing?
And what’s the impact of that?

If you want to shape a more intentional work environment... one where people connect, develop, and raise each other’s game... that’s the work I love doing.

Let’s talk.

08/09/2025

Yes, I had an amazing 2.5-week adventure in Thailand with Morgan LLoyd, Eva and Oscar. But truth is… I’ve been back a while.

And I’ve been staying quiet 🤫

Not great business sense, maybe.
But great for me.

Massive thanks to the team at LIME - Virtual Business Support - they’ve been holding the fort beautifully while I’ve stayed off social, not planning content, not interacting, and honestly... not missing it!!

What I have been doing instead is:
🧠 Thinking
🎧 Creating
🧡 Focusing on work that gives me energy and meaning

If LinkedIn disappeared, I’d be happy.
(Yes, I know… not great for visibility. But excellent for mental space.)

As we all start to “come back” after the summer, here’s a gentle nudge:

💡Identify the work that energises you - and prioritise it.
💡Question tasks that feel like a chore and delegate, drop, or redesign them.
💡Try something new - I’m using a new tool to get more impact from my podcast conversations, and I’m buzzing!
💡Tell your team what you’re changing so they can support you to stick to it.

Re-set with a clear plan about what you are dropping, what you are focusing on instead, and clarity about the difference you know that will make!

14/08/2025

Strong teams don’t happen by accident.

Too many teams are just groups of capable people… pulling in different directions.
And when that happens, you get friction, confusion, competition — not collaboration.

The best teams I’ve worked with are clear on how they work together — not just what they’re trying to achieve.

Here’s what makes the difference:
🟠 Making behaviours visible — and naming what’s helpful vs unhelpful
🟠 Linking values to what you expect from each other
🟠 Creating shared ownership of what “good” looks like

It sounds simple. But it’s often the bit that’s missing — and the reason performance stalls.

💡When people get clear on expectations together, it changes everything. They hold themselves to account. They support each other better. The culture shifts.

🎧 I talk about exactly this — and how to do it practically — in the latest Beyond the Water Cooler episode https://itstimeforchange.co.uk/captivate-podcast/essential-strategies-for-5-big-people-challenges-facing-organisations-today/

👇🏼 Where are the gaps in clarity or alignment in your team right now?

07/08/2025

Change isn’t the problem. Poor leadership of it is.

Change is constant. That’s not the problem.
The problem is how we lead people through it.

Most resistance isn’t about laziness or negativity.
It’s fear. Confusion. A lack of clarity. No sense of safety.
And yet too often, change gets “managed” with top-down comms, tight deadlines, and no real space for emotion, dialogue or learning.

Here’s what good looks like:
🟠 Leaders owning their own uncertainty - and naming it
🟠 People feeling safe to ask questions, give feedback, and try new things
🟠 Frequent, honest communication - not spin
🟠 Recognising and rewarding the small steps, not just the big finish

💡 I've supported leaders to approach change with empathy and clarity, and watched how fast resistance fades when people feel heard and included.

🎧 I talk about the human side of change — and how to lead it better — in the latest Beyond the Water Cooler episode https://itstimeforchange.co.uk/captivate-podcast/essential-strategies-for-5-big-people-challenges-facing-organisations-today/

👇🏼 What story are your people telling themselves about the changes you're making?

31/07/2025

I’ve worked with so many teams where people don’t speak up — even in senior roles.
Why?
Because feedback feels risky. Or pointless. Or just not worth the hassle.

And when that happens, silence grows.
Problems get buried.
Performance suffers.

Here’s the truth:
If people are afraid to give feedback — or don’t trust it will be acted on — the issue isn’t them. IT'S YOUR SYSTEM!!

✅ Feedback should be part of every meeting, every check-in, every team session.
✅ It should go in all directions — not just top-down.
✅ And it should fuel action, not just sit in a survey report.

💡 I’ve helped organisations rebuild their feedback culture by making it safe, relevant, and part of daily practice - not a once-a-year event.

🎧 I dig into this in the latest Beyond the Water Cooler episode — https://itstimeforchange.co.uk/captivate-podcast/essential-strategies-for-5-big-people-challenges-facing-organisations-today/

What’s one honest piece of feedback your culture needs to hear right now?

24/07/2025

Leadership isn’t about being perfect. It’s about being real.

Behind closed doors, many senior leaders tell me the same thing:
“I’m out of my depth, and I can’t admit it.”

This pressure to perform — without showing any cracks — means too many are masking their fear, anxiety, or uncertainty. And when that happens, connection suffers.

💡 But here’s the shift: when leaders drop the mask, others do too. That’s when real collaboration begins.

I've worked with MDs, CEOs and senior teams who’ve leaned into their discomfort — and found new confidence by approaching challenges from a more human place.

🧡 It starts with honest conversations.
🧭 It grows through group problem-solving.
🚀 And it ends in better performance and stronger cultures.

🎧 I explore this further in the Season 11 finale of Beyond the Water Cooler https://itstimeforchange.co.uk/captivate-podcast/essential-strategies-for-5-big-people-challenges-facing-organisations-today/

👇🏼 How often do you give yourself (and others) permission to lead with authenticity?

17/07/2025

Will your organisation still exist 28 years from now?

I've been enjoying the Tour de France and just learnt that Marc Madiot is stepping down after nearly three decades leading the Groupama-FDJ cycling team. He is leaving a legacy that goes well beyond trophies.

His secret?
“Adapt or die.”

And yet, he never let go of what mattered most. He talks openly about how hard it is to let go of identity, history, and the way things used to be. But he did evolve - while staying rooted in his values.

Here’s what stood out for me that I love most:
❣️Letting go of good people is a compliment - it shows you’re developing talent others want
❣️Recruiting “human beings, not robots” is still the gold standard
❣️Creating a team where trust, calm and family-like continuity matter is a strategic choice
❣️Being sceptical of tech that removes independent thinking? Valid.

In a world increasingly driven by performance dashboards and digital trends, this is a reminder that success isn’t just about following the data.

💬 How clear are you on what your success looks like - by YOUR definition, not someone else’s?
💬 Do your people feel like humans or units of output?
💬 Are you shaping a business that can stand apart - and stand the test of time?

Your ethos is your edge. Don’t lose it chasing someone else’s.

Thank you Cyclist.co.uk for your in-depth Marc Madiot profile that provided such an interesting story to inform this post.

17/07/2025

✨ What does it really take to put the human factor back into business?
In the Season 11 finale of Beyond the Water Cooler, I reflect on the conversations that matter most for leaders today — the ones that shape culture, performance, and wellbeing.

Too often, we focus on individual coping strategies for stress or pressure.
But the real opportunity?
Fixing what’s around people — not just what’s within them.

💡 Leadership isn’t just about results.
It’s about showing up with courage.
Being honest about pressure.
And creating space for others to speak freely — especially when it’s hard.

When leaders drop the mask, others follow. That’s how psychological safety grows. That’s how high-performing cultures are built.

A key takeaway from this episode:
🧭 The strongest teams aren’t just skilled — they’re aligned.
On values. On feedback. On how they challenge and support each other.
That’s where real performance lives.

Whether you’re a CEO, senior leader or simply passionate about better work — I hope you’ll tune in.

🎧 Listen now https://itstimeforchange.co.uk/captivate-podcast/essential-strategies-for-5-big-people-challenges-facing-organisations-today and download the free High Performance Accelerator here: https://itstimeforchange.activehosted.com/f/25

👇🏼 I’d love to know: how are you shaping an environment where people can do their best work?

16/07/2025

We talk about kids being 'the anxious generation', but is it the parents?

I packed my 12 year old son off to school camp this morning - he was so excited I had to remind him to say goodbye!! It's my job as a mum to help him make the most of these opportunities - and no doubt my confidence and love of adventure will have rubbed off on him.

But the anxiety from many parents about their children going away for a couple of days has been palpable. And it's not just my own school community - friends have shared a similar, worrying experience...

🆘 Concerns about children getting to their location safely via school transport (rather than assume if there's a problem, we'd hear about it)

🖲️ Anxiety about being unable to track kids because they weren't allowed to take their phones (thank goodness)

🥱 Worries about kids being bored because they don't have phones!!!!!!

👖So many questions about clothes... should they take a jumper (despite the kit list provided... and the fact we live in England)

We need to check ourselves. We have generations of anxious parents who are fearful for their kids despite all the information available about what is needed, what will happen (including in emergencies), and knowing they're being looked after by experienced and trusted adults.

I know kids being away from home can feel like a big step if it's the first time but how we communicate (intentionally or not) really impacts those around us.

❓Have we become too obsessed with the need for control?
❓Have we lost the ability to think for ourselves?
❓Has tech that keep tabs on our young people come to feel too necessary?

What do you think?

16/07/2025

Good enough is fine - until you realise it’s become your default.

I dusted off my ergo recently and set myself a 20-minute row.
Fifteen minutes in, my pace started dipping.
I noticed it, accepted it (after all, it's been a while), and almost settled.
“This’ll do.”

But instead of 'coasting' (not sure that's possible on an erg!) or simply pushing harder, I did something else.

I zoomed in.

🚣🏼‍♀️ 10 strokes focusing just on pushing from the legs.
🚣🏼‍♀️ Then 10 more, focusing on a quick catch.
And so it went on.

That small shift in focus sharpened my performance - without working harder. Just smarter.

We all slip into “good enough” when we’re tired or under pressure. It’s human. And when we notice we're not on track, we tend to push more.
But if we want to maintain high performance, we need more than just grit. We need clarity.

Here are 3 good questions to improve your performance:
💡 What does “good” actually look like in your role?
💡 What specific behaviours drive it - and which ones are slipping without you realising (or maybe you haven't yet mastered)?
💡 Are you measuring what matters, or just hoping you’re on track?

You can’t give 100% to everything. But you can break performance down into focus areas that matter most. 🎯 That’s how you make it achievable. That’s how you raise the bar.

If you or your team are stuck on “fine” or pushing hard without the results, let's talk about how to sharpen the focus.

14/07/2025

“It looks like a scout hut!” later became, “Now I see why!”

We ask a lot of people at work.
But pressure to perform can shut down the brain’s ability to reflect, problem-solve, and connect — the very things needed for great teamwork, leadership and collaboration.

So when you're exploring skills like communication, decision-making, negotiation or resilience…
Does a formal environment really give your team the best chance to grow?

Last month, I worked with the brilliant team at Hitachi Energy, with facilitators Chris Chamberlain and Gemma, to do something different.

We took it outside.
Surrounded by fields, the group relaxed, reflected, and got curious about:
– What they’re doing well
– What they want to change
– How they support each other to thrive

Each person was also given a secret Stretch Goal — a personalised challenge to try out during the activities. At the end of the day, teammates shared what they'd noticed about themselves and each other. Honest, energising feedback.

The photos give an insight into a different way of working to strengthen teams and build individual knowledge and skills.

If your team development always looks the same — maybe it’s time it didn’t.

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