Seasonal stress is more common than most people realise. As the year shifts from one phase to another, our routines, responsibilities, and energy levels shift too. For many, the end of the year brings heavier workloads, family expectations, holiday pressure, financial strain, and emotional exhaustion. For others, the start of a new year brings uncertainty,…...
The phrase “mental load” has become more visible in recent years, but the lived experience of it remains largely hidden. It describes the constant, silent, never-ending stream of planning, anticipating, remembering, monitoring, and problem-solving that keeps a household, workplace, or relationship functioning. Yet the most draining part of the mental load is not always the…...
Executive Writing: How to Think, Draft, and Deliver Like a Leader | Clear writing is clear thinking made visible. When you move into leadership, the stakes rise: your words set direction, unlock budget, align teams, and protect reputation. “Executive writing” is less about poetic sentences and more about shaping decisions. This guide breaks down how…...
How to Be Visible at Work Without Feeling Fake | Visibility is one of the most underrated skills in career growth. Many women work hard, deliver results, and still remain unseen because their contributions are not visible beyond their immediate team. Being visible at work is not the same as bragging. It’s about creating operational…...
Moving from an associate role into a lead role rarely happens because someone notices you worked late or took on a few extra tickets; it happens when people consistently feel that work becomes clearer, faster and better when you are involved, because you bring order to vague requests, you raise the quality bar without drama,…...
Women across Asia are re-evaluating careers as technology, healthcare and the green economy accelerate. The International Labour Organization projects over 65 million new jobs in Asia Pacific by 2030 in renewable energy and digital services. Yet female labour force participation in Sri Lanka is only about 34% (Department of Census & Statistics, 2024). A career…...
Influence is now a core competence. Matrix teams, lean headcounts, and shared budgets mean few of us can rely on hierarchy alone. Soft power turns credibility, relationships, and timing into movement. This guide shows how to build it, deploy it, and measure itethically. What soft power is (and is not) Soft power at work is…...
Returning to Work | You have worked hard to achieve your study and professional goals. You work even harder to get to a great career position. You are able to put to work what you have learnt, the years you have invested in your higher education and qualifications. And then you give it all up;…...
The Future Is Already Here The Skills employers want in 2025 based on the job market of 2025 looks very different from what it did just a few years ago. Artificial Intelligence, hybrid work, sustainability, and globalisation are reshaping the way companies operate. Employers are not only seeking technical expertise, they are also prioritising human…...
Building Executive Presence and Leadership Skills | Picture this: you walk into a boardroom, virtual or in-person, and everyone leans in. Not because you’re the loudest, but because your presence commands respect. For mid-career women everywhere, building executive presence and leadership skills is the secret sauce to landing senior roles. It’s not about changing who…...
