by Ollie Phillips | 9 Jan, 2024 | News & Blog
In the ever-changing landscape of leadership expectations, the traditional model of executive presence (EP) is undergoing a transformation. Sylvia Ann Hewlett’s recent article, “The New Rules of Executive Presence,” sheds light on the shifts in...
by Ollie Phillips | 11 Dec, 2023 | News & Blog
At Optimist, we proudly distinguish ourselves with a compelling truth: a significant number of our high-performance coaches boast illustrious careers in elite sports. Now, you may be curious about the significance of this fact. In this article, we delve into this...
by Ollie Phillips | 22 Nov, 2023 | News & Blog
In today’s fast-paced and dynamic work environment, fostering inclusive and high-performing teams is more crucial than ever. Companies are constantly seeking innovative approaches to keep employees, to keep them motivated, and to create a high-performance...
by Ollie Phillips | 6 Nov, 2023 | News & Blog
Are you losing your best talent? The employee turnover rates have increased by 7.7% in the last four years in the UK and it will continue to rise in 2024. So, what can you do to stop your best employee from walking out the door? Are you familiar with the saying...
by Ollie Phillips | 2 Oct, 2023 | News & Blog
Team away days are essential to improve communication, boost morale, and spend some fun time outside of the office. Being together in a more relaxed setting can also enhance the team’s sense of belonging. With the holidays around the corner, we wanted to share some...
by Ollie Phillips | 4 Sep, 2023 | News & Blog
Having been on both ends of performance reviews, I admit I’m not a huge fan of them to date or at least, not of “one-off” annual performance reviews. However, executed well, with a long-term vision for all parties, I think they can be a really useful tool for growth...
