<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[AR & Partners Consulting]]></title><description><![CDATA[AR&P Coaching NEW]]></description><link>https://www.arpartnersconsulting.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2026 05:37:36 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.arpartnersconsulting.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[What Imposter Syndrome Really Is — And One Powerful Tool to Quiet It]]></title><description><![CDATA[Most of us have had that moment. You step into a meeting, a new role, or a bigger opportunity — and suddenly a quiet voice whispers: “I don’t really belong here.”   “They’re going to realise I'm not as capable as they think.”   “I just lucky… this isn’t really me.” That voice has a name: Imposter Syndrome. And despite how isolating it feels, it’s astonishingly common — especially among high achievers, women in leadership, career changers, and anyone stepping into a new chapter of growth. In...]]></description><link>https://www.arpartnersconsulting.com/post/what-imposter-syndrome-really-is-and-one-powerful-tool-to-quiet-it</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ab7a78fd852efceeddd2033</guid><pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2026 17:00:10 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_79a2fb7d7af94d798c69034a72eb2ef4~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>anika085</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why I Love Being a Leadership &#38; Life Coach (And the One Question That Changes Everything)]]></title><description><![CDATA[There’s a moment I witness often in my work — a quiet, almost imperceptible shift — when someone realises they’ve been living a few degrees away from who they truly are. Not completely lost or broken. Just… unsure, on the cusp of something, but slightly overwhelmed or confused and unclear how to proceed... sort of 'dimmed'. And then something happens. A sentence or question in the coaching session lands. A truth gets named and is heard. There is a moment to breathe and let the implications...]]></description><link>https://www.arpartnersconsulting.com/post/why-i-love-being-a-leadership-life-coach-and-the-one-question-that-changes-everything</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ab79d599f7511779a11b175</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 17:00:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_46397057714241772d4c4d~mv2_d_2911_3882_s_4_2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>anika085</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[15 Coaching Questions Every Great Manager Should Ask]]></title><description><![CDATA[As managers or leaders, it's easy to fall into the habit of solving problems for our teams. When someone comes to us with a challenge, our instinct is often to jump straight into advice mode. But great leaders (and parents or teachers!) know that the most powerful conversations aren't about having all the answers. They're about helping others discover their own. Coaching is one of the most effective ways managers can develop confidence, accountability, and problem-solving skills within their...]]></description><link>https://www.arpartnersconsulting.com/post/15-coaching-questions-every-great-manager-should-ask</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ab666f1a5a6721089710e0d</guid><pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2026 16:45:02 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_4a576b23d84d48c0bcf6f3d680d6c474~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>anika085</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The 5Cs Coaching Tool]]></title><description><![CDATA[Starting a new role can feel both exciting and overwhelming. Over the past few months, I’ve been working with a number of clients navigating transitions — stepping into bigger roles, shifting teams, or thinking about what's next after retirement — and one tool has consistently helped them regain clarity and confidence. It’s called The 5Cs of a Successful Transition, and it’s become one of my favourite frameworks to use in coaching. The 5Cs help you pause, take stock, and refocus on what...]]></description><link>https://www.arpartnersconsulting.com/post/the-5cs-coaching-tool</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ab6467ba5a672108970c8e7</guid><pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2026 10:04:28 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/39e917_56f959ccd96f4ddebdcd5f59f46aeca2~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>anika085</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What Is The GROW Model And How Can Managers Make Use Of It?]]></title><description><![CDATA[GROW has become the most popular coaching model used globally (Whitmore, 2017, p.98), and forms the basis for many of the later models that have been developed (e.g. CLEAR, OSCAR or TGROW).  It is not only a powerful model, but as it is so widely known, there is also often a basic understanding in many organisations of what this model entails. GROW was originally published by Whitmore (Whitmore 2017, p. 97-98) and colleagues in 1992. The acroymn stands for Goal, Reality, Options, Way Forward....]]></description><link>https://www.arpartnersconsulting.com/post/what-is-the-grow-model-and-how-can-managers-make-use-of-it</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69f9f8bbb27e981e27c72ec8</guid><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 14:04:51 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c058ca_6d0380b96b41447ca954c34ddc2417da~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>anika085</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Is Organisational Change So Hard?]]></title><description><![CDATA[This seems like a relatively easy question to answer.  But those of you who work in the Transformation space, know it is most certainly not. One of the reasons is that we as humans are creatures of habit, who naturally migrate back to the ‘old ways’ of doing things. A colleague recently likened this to walking along a sand dune: First of all, it is hard to actually scramble up the sand dune to walk along the top of it. Then staying on top takes on-going dedication, effort and commitment. As...]]></description><link>https://www.arpartnersconsulting.com/post/why-is-organisational-change-so-hard</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69f9f850b27e981e27c72da6</guid><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 14:03:13 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c058ca_14762e21d02a488e94dc81bd70ff464b~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>anika085</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lessons from Failure: Case Studies on Change Programs Gone Wrong and Their Impact on Stress]]></title><description><![CDATA[Change is inevitable in the business world, but not all change initiatives end up giving organisations positive outcomes. In fact, many Transformation programmes fail, or at least don’t give the outcomes anticipated and this can have significant consequences, including increased stress among employees, as well as lower employee engagement and a general disgruntlement at work.  In today’s blog, I want to take a look at a couple of real-world examples of failed change programmes and share some...]]></description><link>https://www.arpartnersconsulting.com/post/lessons-from-failure-case-studies-on-change-programs-gone-wrong-and-their-impact-on-stress</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69f9f7be7c961ad0b9fdbc50</guid><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 14:01:23 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c058ca_4bd182bca8044900a2b7cf811d09f45a~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>anika085</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Art of Timely Communication: How Real-time Updates Drive Employee Contentment]]></title><description><![CDATA[In the dynamic landscape of the modern workplace, effective communication is the cornerstone of a thriving organizational culture. Timely and transparent communication not only fosters a sense of trust and transparency but also plays a pivotal role in enhancing employee satisfaction and well-being, particularly during times of change or uncertainty. A long time ago now, I remember one of my first boss’ saying to me: ‘Even if there is nothing to say, say that! Otherwise people will make up...]]></description><link>https://www.arpartnersconsulting.com/post/the-art-of-timely-communication-how-real-time-updates-drive-employee-contentment</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69f9f6f6b27e981e27c72a35</guid><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 13:57:53 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c058ca_d494e6bfab5043ca812de96ac280de35~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>anika085</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Harnessing Physical Intelligence: A Path to Health, Happiness, and Resilience]]></title><description><![CDATA[In our pursuit of success and fulfillment, we often prioritize mental acuity and emotional intelligence while neglecting a crucial aspect of our well-being: our physical health. How often have I put off that Workspace Impact Assessment, a morning swim or run, or indulged in chocolate rather than salad. Often it feels like that extra thing that is just too hard to add to my never-ending list of things to ‘get done’. And at the same time, my shoulders and jaw are tense, my posture is...]]></description><link>https://www.arpartnersconsulting.com/post/harnessing-physical-intelligence-a-path-to-health-happiness-and-resilience</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69f9f6895caf4ed272bd2587</guid><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 13:55:31 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c058ca_68977beb05484858bae8a0a6243b874b~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>anika085</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Power of Appreciation: Boosting Employee Engagement Through Recognition – both for in-person and remote teams]]></title><description><![CDATA[In today's fast-paced work environment, where deadlines loom and pressures abound, the value of employee engagement cannot be overstated. Engaged employees are not only more productive but also more likely to stay committed to their organizations. Major research was conducted on Employee Engagement in the UK by David McLeod and Nita Clarke in 2009 who worked with a vast range of organisations across the UK to better understand the link they were seeing between high employee engagement and...]]></description><link>https://www.arpartnersconsulting.com/post/the-power-of-appreciation-boosting-employee-engagement-through-recognition-both-for-in-person-and</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69f9f5ad438dc58e2c8bfc8f</guid><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 13:53:49 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c058ca_8249b6e0e27e489e8ae3175f6e2e00d5~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>anika085</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[More Than a Laugh: Red Nose Day's Influence on Employee Engagement – Why Employers Should Take Note]]></title><description><![CDATA[Red Nose Day, an iconic charitable event celebrated worldwide; is more than just a day filled with laughter and fun. It's a powerful reminder of the impact we can make when we come together to support those in need. As employers, taking note of Red Nose Day isn't just about participating in the festivities; it's about embracing the spirit of giving back and creating a workplace culture that prioritizes social responsibility and community engagement. Red Nose Day originated in the United...]]></description><link>https://www.arpartnersconsulting.com/post/more-than-a-laugh-red-nose-day-s-influence-on-employee-engagement-why-employers-should-take-note</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69f9f383e6cd293e4376a5c5</guid><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 13:44:14 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c058ca_3ac1703802d34ebfa29d425dc611d40d~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_940,h_788,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>anika085</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Do women need different forms of Engagement than men, or is that sexist?]]></title><description><![CDATA[As we gear up to celebrate International Women's Day on 8th March 2024, it's crucial to reflect not only on the progress made in gender equality but also on the challenges that persist, particularly in the realm of the workplace. One contentious question that often arises is whether women require different forms of employee engagement, or if such differentiation is inherently sexist. Traditional modes of employee engagement may not always cater to the diverse needs and experiences of women in...]]></description><link>https://www.arpartnersconsulting.com/post/do-women-need-different-forms-of-engagement-than-men-or-is-that-sexist</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69f9f31cc585bc8d328ff3bd</guid><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 13:40:57 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c058ca_830a1025af0b424c818aa469a6aae08d~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>anika085</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Power of Kindness at Work: Boosting Employee Engagement One Act at a Time]]></title><description><![CDATA[17th Feb is Random acts of kindness day. Acts of kindness have a profound impact on employee engagement by fostering a positive work environment, enhancing morale, and strengthening relationships within the team. When I first looked into this, I was amazed about the level of impact these seemingly small gestures can have on workplace happiness. We all get so busy that we often forget to do even a few of these things, so this blog is all about giving you some inspiration as well as the reasons...]]></description><link>https://www.arpartnersconsulting.com/post/the-power-of-kindness-at-work-boosting-employee-engagement-one-act-at-a-time</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69f9f251e6cd293e4376a330</guid><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 13:39:03 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c058ca_3db788e3dec044b991ae748c6e3e4d5d~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_924,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>anika085</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cracking the Code: Uncovering the Relationship Between Employee Engagement and Sick Days]]></title><description><![CDATA["National Sickie Day" is a term used in the United Kingdom to refer to the first Monday in February, which is believed to be the day when the highest number of employees call in sick or take a day off from work. There is a noticeable increase in absenteeism on this particular day each year. And although the exact origins of National Sickie Day are unclear, it has become a widely recognized phenomenon, sparking discussions about workplace absenteeism, employee engagement, and organizational...]]></description><link>https://www.arpartnersconsulting.com/post/cracking-the-code-uncovering-the-relationship-between-employee-engagement-and-sick-days</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69f9f0d12528aeae01470a32</guid><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 13:35:34 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c058ca_f1e722d224df49feb686633deca07fd8~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>anika085</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to build Trust - 3 things to try with your team]]></title><description><![CDATA[10 days ago I wrote about how many teams have been lucky to have experienced new levels of autonomy and trust during lockdown. In some cases this was 'enforced' in that their leaders had no choice but to 'let go' and allow their staff more freedom to plan their day and manage by outcomes rather than micro-manage. In other cases, like with many NHS colleagues, the sheer workload and necessity to come together and truly work as a team meant that much of the red-tape and hierarchy was put to one...]]></description><link>https://www.arpartnersconsulting.com/post/how-to-build-trust-3-things-to-try-with-your-team</link><guid isPermaLink="false">60125e8139a59100179bcd18</guid><pubDate>Thu, 28 Jan 2021 06:49:37 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_724955785f51395f617877~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>anika085</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why is Trust so important for engagement?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Often, without realising it, or at least without labelling it, trust forms a key component in how engaged we are. And this applies to most things we do - for work and for play. If we trust the person we are working with we perform better, enjoy ourselves more and allow ourselves to be pushed further - whether this is working with someone on a large project or goal, or it is  becoming the best Tennis player you can be. Why is that? And why is trust something that we must fight for, especially...]]></description><link>https://www.arpartnersconsulting.com/post/why-is-trust-so-important-for-engagement</link><guid isPermaLink="false">60125e8139a59100179bcd17</guid><pubDate>Thu, 28 Jan 2021 06:49:37 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_82c78623a07b45669f3ed60a9048f3d5~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>anika085</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[5 Questions to ask your team this week]]></title><description><![CDATA[Working with others often makes us feel like we need to be able to read minds to understand where they are coming from, avoid pitfalls or steer clear of unnecessary conflict. This is likely to be especially true while we are remote working, feel under pressure or are stressed. It becomes harder to 'read between the lines' and gauge how our colleagues and clients are feeling. But rather than wait until something is 'brewing', regularly asking your team feedback questions can help understand...]]></description><link>https://www.arpartnersconsulting.com/post/5-questions-to-ask-your-team-this-week</link><guid isPermaLink="false">60125e8139a59100179bcd16</guid><pubDate>Thu, 28 Jan 2021 06:49:37 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/6db8f5f52b454911a5f7488e0cf04cc1.png/v1/fit/w_400,h_300,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>anika085</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Compassion and remote engagement]]></title><description><![CDATA[Compassion is a huge topic at the moment, especially in terms of how compassion and effective leadership go hand in hand to not only create more engaged teams, but also better outcomes for customers or patients. The Kinds Fund, and in particular Michael West has for many years been at the forefront of research around compassionate and inclusive leadership and championed this as a way to achieve system-wide learning to deliver the NHS long-term plan.    A research paper, 'Caring to Change',...]]></description><link>https://www.arpartnersconsulting.com/post/compassion-and-remote-engagement</link><guid isPermaLink="false">60125e8139a59100179bcd15</guid><pubDate>Thu, 28 Jan 2021 06:49:37 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_7873eeae0b234e2980fbb1f07e7b377a~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>anika085</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Can we 'do' Wellbeing remotely?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Covid-19  has done many things over the past few weeks - from making us focus on what is important - our health, happiness, freedom, families, friends; to appreciating the NHS and key workers like never before. It has also made us realise just how flexibly we can work. Many of us are staying at home, overcoming technical barriers and working around family commitments. Even jobs that before seemed unlikely candidates to work from home, like radio presenters or doctors' surgeries are doing just...]]></description><link>https://www.arpartnersconsulting.com/post/another-milestone-shift-work-and-wellbeing</link><guid isPermaLink="false">60125e8139a59100179bcd14</guid><pubDate>Thu, 28 Jan 2021 06:49:37 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/39e917_5310a713331f4acb8b325c4e66b6483f~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>anika085</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to recognise remotely...]]></title><description><![CDATA[Welcome to #2 in the series of looking at standard engagement ideas and adapting them to the current new reality of remote working. Today, it is all about recognition. In normal day to day office life, where we regularly interact with colleagues and work with each other face to face, recognition is often done without us noticing it. We might congratulate a colleague in passing on a presentation they have just given, along the lines of: 'I thought your presentation to the client was brilliant,...]]></description><link>https://www.arpartnersconsulting.com/post/how-to-recognise-remotely</link><guid isPermaLink="false">60125e8139a59100179bcd13</guid><pubDate>Thu, 28 Jan 2021 06:49:37 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0411821043534177b0c0eaa887a7b970.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>anika085</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>