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LESSONS FROM MY LEADERSHIP JOURNEY
In leadership, experience is often the greatest teacher. Over my years as a Chief Executive, I encountered challenges that tested my...

James Rule
Feb 163 min read


THE POWER OF REST: UNLOCKING HIGH PERFORMANCE THROUGH RECOVERY
When we think of rest, our minds often jump straight to sleep. While sleep is critical, rest encompasses so much more. It’s about...

James Rule
Feb 162 min read


LEADERSHIP ESSENTIALS: THE LEGACY YOU LEAVE
What will you leave behind as a leader? For many, the word legacy evokes thoughts of financial wealth, accolades, or achievements....

James Rule
Feb 163 min read


LEADERSHIP ESSENTIALS: THE POWER OF OPTIMISIM
Optimism isn’t just a mindset it’s a leadership superpower. Leadership is challenging. Every leader encounters moments of doubt,...

James Rule
Feb 93 min read


LEADING WITH AGILITY: HOW TO ADAPT AND THRIVE AS A LEADER
In today’s rapidly changing world, leaders can’t afford to stay stuck in outdated strategies or rigid plans. If the last few years have...

James Rule
Nov 15, 20242 min read


HOW TO IDENTIFY AND CONFRONT TOXIC LEADERSHIP IN THE WORKPLACE
Toxic leadership is one of the most damaging forces in any organisation. It undermines trust, kills motivation, and creates a culture of...

James Rule
Nov 15, 20242 min read


LEADERSHIP LESSONS FROM MY DAUGHTERS
A client recently mentioned a LinkedIn post of mine that had resonated. I decided to revisit it and expand for this blog post. As...

James Rule
Nov 15, 20244 min read


DEALING WITH NEGATIVE PEOPLE
Negativity can be contagious, and as a leader, you’ve likely faced people who drain energy and hinder progress. The key to overcoming...

James Rule
Nov 15, 20242 min read


BURNOUT MISCONCEPTIONS
My recent article on burnout prompted some fabulous feedback and discussion. In particular I thank those of you who shared your personal...

James Rule
Aug 2, 20241 min read


LEADERSHIP LESSONS FROM LAUNCHING THE LONELY LEADER PODCAST
We have just published the twenty second episode of The Lonely Leader Podcast. As we reflected as a team on the journey from concept to...

James Rule
Aug 2, 20243 min read


HOW ARE YOU INVESTING IN YOUR GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT?
It is almost five years since I founded The Lonely Leader. In those years I have seen the rationale for branding the business The Lonely...

James Rule
Aug 2, 20244 min read


WHAT DO YOU HAVE TO BREAK THROUGH TO CREATE YOUR BREAKTHROUGH?
In my work as a coach and mentor, I repeatedly encounter the same collection of barriers that clients identify as their roadblocks to...

James Rule
Aug 2, 20241 min read


DO YOU ENGAGE IN VISUALISATION?
Practicing visualisation is an X factor for high performers in sport. In my experience it is rarely adapted by leaders in industry. When...

James Rule
Oct 15, 20232 min read


BY FAILING TO DELEGATE YOU FAIL TO PUT YOUR PLAYERS IN THE GAME
This player is a Quarterback, the leader of an American Football team. He has players in front of him that protect him from opposition...

James Rule
Oct 15, 20231 min read


HOW DO YOU PHYSICALLY AND MENTALLY PIT STOP?
Racing cars are tuned to perform optimally in high intensity races. Professional teams have a plethora of engineers and mechanics all...

James Rule
May 24, 20233 min read


RETAINING PROFESSIONAL COURTESY IN A DIGITAL WORLD
A lack of professional courtesy has slowly been allowed to become the acceptable form of behaviour in offices all around the world. It is...

James Rule
Apr 29, 20234 min read


HOW TO BOOST CONCENTRATION
ARE YOU ABLE TO CONCENTRATE ? In a world of unprecedented levels of digital connectivity it is increasingly difficult to truly...

James Rule
Apr 14, 20232 min read


WHAT DO ALL HIGH PERFORMERS HAVE IN COMMON?
Creating an empowering morning routine is a non negotiable for all of the high performers I have had the privilege to work with. There is...

James Rule
Apr 12, 20232 min read


CREATING PSYCHOLOGICAL SAFETY IN A TEAM
Psychological safety is a shared belief held by members of a team that others on the team will not embarrass , reject or punish them for...

James Rule
Apr 10, 20231 min read


WHAT CAN LEADERS IN INDUSTRY LEARN FROM SPORTING COACHES?
The art of delegation! I work with leaders in a wide range of sectors, operating in different countries and cultures. Despite the...

James Rule
Mar 31, 20234 min read
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