by Manuela Damant | Nov 4, 2022 | Balance, Purpose, Soft Power
“Oh the joy of missing out. When the world begins to shout And rush towards that shining thing; The latest bit of mental bling– Trying to have it, see it, do it, You simply know you won’t go through it; The anxious clamoring and need This restless hungry thing...
by Manuela Damant | Sep 22, 2022 | Purpose, Soft Power
There is this beautiful tree in the garden of my sister-in-law. Placed right at the centre its long lush branches almost touch the ground. Its trunk gracefully and timelessly reaching towards the sky. As I stood there admiring it my father-in-law said,...
by Manuela Damant | Jan 13, 2022 | Leadership, Purpose
January! The festive period and all it’s highlights, and usually a fair sprinkling of low points, is behind us. And yes, whilst it can be stressful – what with all the decorating of your house, sending Christmas cards, organising presents and arranging to...
by Manuela Damant | Jul 9, 2021 | Future of work, Leadership, Purpose
Are you ready to return to work after a break or to find yourself a new exciting role? Are you wondering what level you can return to, apply for? Are well-meaning friends telling you not to get your hopes too high? To lower your expectations? Times are...
by Manuela Damant | Jun 4, 2021 | Purpose
Have you ever read a quote or a book that transformed your life? If you have you know that some transformations can happen in an instant. Old neural pathways can turn from three lane motorways into overgrown forgotten passages pretty much over night. If you haven’t,...
by Manuela Damant | May 5, 2021 | Confidence, Impact, Leadership, Purpose
One of the empowering side effects of our Gentle Ambition women’s leadership programme is that you will start showing up with much more confidence and authority. You become the author of your life and career and start speaking up for what you believe in,...
