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Why Your Old Leadership Playbook Is Failing
The old leadership playbook top down decision making, a focus on outputs over outcomes, and the occasional “team lunch” to boost morale simply isn’t cutting it anymore. Especially not for Gen Z.
Sophie Tomlinson
Nov 18, 20255 min read
Trust, Traitors, and a Marble Jar: What Reality TV Teaches Us About Leadership
The behaviours we see in high-drama reality TV suspicion, alliance-building, subtle betrayals are the same patterns that show up in organisations every day. They’re just wearing better clothes and using fewer dramatic pauses.
Sophie Tomlinson
Nov 7, 20255 min read
The Psychology of Learning at Work: What Great Leaders Do Differently
In organisations today, the desire for a ‘learning culture’ is almost universal. Businesses invest heavily in training programmes, e-learning platforms, coaching, and content. Why does the impact often lag, even while intent is high?
Sophie Tomlinson
Nov 6, 20255 min read
Why Your Workplace Feels Like School (And Why That's Costing You More Than You Think)
Many workplaces unconsciously replicate the social and power dynamics of school. And while this might seem like a minor irritation, the psychological and business costs are profound.
Sophie Tomlinson
Nov 4, 20255 min read
Executive Coaching Impact: What’s Changed and How Do We Know It Mattered?
In this post, we explore how to measure executive coaching meaningfully not just with spreadsheets and satisfaction scores, but with the psychological depth the work truly demands.
Sophie Tomlinson
Oct 28, 20254 min read
Digital Insight Isn’t Enough: Why AI Coaching Falls Short of Real Change
There’s been a lot of noise lately about AI coaching, mostly around how it’s innovative, scalable, inevitable. But underneath the hype, I find myself sitting with a quieter, more human question: What are we really reaching for when we turn to AI instead of each other? AI coaching can help us think, but not truly change. As a psychologist and psychotherapist (in training) and someone who has personally used AI to support reflection, I can understand the appeal. AI is fast, no
Sophie Tomlinson
Oct 14, 20256 min read
Why Your Leadership Programme is Failing: The Hidden Traits You’re Overlooking in Future Leaders
The business world is changing rapidly, and your current leadership programme might not be keeping up. If you’re still assessing...
Sophie Tomlinson
Nov 19, 20246 min read
The Neurodivergent Guide to Coaching and Therapy—For Clients and Practitioners
Creating Inclusive Coaching and Therapy: A Neurodivergent Guide for Clients At The Work Psychologists , we’ve seen a striking rise in...
Sophie Tomlinson
Nov 19, 20246 min read
The extreme challenges of Leadership Development Programs
In the corporate labyrinth, leadership development programs are omnipresent, hailed as the panacea for creating dynamic leaders. Yet,...
Sophie Tomlinson
Feb 2, 20244 min read
Groupthink, obedience, dishonesty: the psychology of the Post Office scandal
(by Adam McCulloch, Personnel Today 12 Jan 2024) The Post Office scandal, the subject of a public inquiry since 2021, saw more than 900...
Sophie Tomlinson
Jan 25, 20245 min read
Need a Wendy Rhodes for your top Leaders?
In Showtime's "Billions," Wendy Rhodes is the archetype of an ideal performance coach for a character like Bobby Axelrod. She combines...
Sophie Tomlinson
Jan 24, 20243 min read
Effectiveness of Coaching
DOWNLOAD DOCUMENT HERE: Foreword Coaching has grown rapidly in the last decade with estimates suggesting the coaching industry generates twice as much as it did 10 years ago. Within the wider coaching industry, executive coaching, while still a niche industry, is also growing at a fast rate. This is due largely to the growing understanding that it can provide a wealth of support and performance enhancement to executives at all levels, but particularly to those that lead other
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Jul 19, 202318 min read
Sophie Tomlinson
Jun 13, 20230 min read
The Lasso Way Learnings for Leadership
Of all the recent televisual offerings, "Ted Lasso" has firmly lodged itself into my heart and mind, somewhat surprisingly given its...
Sophie Tomlinson
Jun 6, 20235 min read
Unveiling Leadership Realities: What Your New Leadership Title Doesn't Tell You
Stepping into the world of leadership, with its gleaming promises of authority, prestige, and impact, can be a profoundly transformative...
Sophie Tomlinson
May 30, 20233 min read
How to Become a Good Future Leader: Unraveling the FUTURE Model of Leadership Assessment
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Sophie Tomlinson
May 25, 20236 min read
Thriving with ADHD: Celebrating Neurodiversity, Overcoming Challenges, and Accessing Support
Neurodiversity celebration week has sparked a wave of inspiration and hope in my Linked In feed. It has been incredible to see the...
Sophie Tomlinson
Mar 28, 20234 min read
The Rise of AI in Mental Health Care: A Promising Supplement, But Not a Substitute for Human Empathy
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been touted as a game-changer in the field of mental health care. From virtual therapists to AI-powered...
Sophie Tomlinson
Feb 14, 20235 min read
L&D of the future means designing for the specific learner.
The 70/20/10 method is a popular framework for learning and development in the workplace, but as it turns out, it's not as reliable as we...
Sophie Tomlinson
Feb 2, 20233 min read
Chemistry in coaching: the alchemy of connection
Here at The Work Psychologists, demand for our executive coaching services is flourishing. We appreciate that as an intervention coaching...
Sophie Tomlinson
Nov 24, 20224 min read
I have a secret to share with you ...
I have a huge, huge crush on Steven Bartlett (Secret Diary of a CEO). So, you can imagine my green-eyed monster rousing when our...
Sophie Tomlinson
Sep 6, 20222 min read
Feedback: Looped out?
It’s safe to say that coaching - whether in large corporations, start-ups, or non-profits – is a booming industry. The rise in coaching...
Sophie Tomlinson
Jul 21, 20224 min read
Internship Opportunity for Business Psychology Graduates
Internship Opportunity for Business Psychology Graduates. 3-6 month internship open now for applications with the Work Psychologists.
Sophie Tomlinson
Feb 23, 20223 min read
The trouble with Walmart: a cautionary tale for leaders everywhere
The trouble with Walmart: a cautionary tale for leaders everywhere. It’s extremely easy to finger point.
Elloa Phoenix Barbour
Oct 26, 20218 min read
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