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How to Win at Work
Gill Whitty‑Collins’ The How to Win at Work Book is a bold, inspiring and practical guide for anyone determined to rise, thrive and make a real impact in today’s workplace. Packed with research, insights and strategies, it shows women how to boost confidence, visibility and influence—while calling on men to step up as true allies.
How to make your career change a successful one
Starting a new career can feel uncomfortable at first. From unfamiliar jargon to unspoken workplace rules, these practical tips will help you settle in and thrive.
Happy 5 year Anniversary to my Career Catalyst blog!
Five years ago, I launched The Career Catalyst.. I wanted to provide practical guidance and confidence to career changers. 223 posts later, it’s still going strong.
Self‑Awareness: Why It Matters More Than You Think
Talented people are often held back by blind spots they don’t know they have. Here I explore how leaders can support colleagues in developing both internal and external self‑awareness.
What’s the magic formula for a model employee?
Self‑awareness is the single most powerful attribute that shapes a healthy team culture. After years of leading teams, I’ve seen how understanding your own emotions, behaviours, and impact on others can transform the way you work—and how a lack of it can quietly erode trust, collaboration, and career progression.
How to reinvent your career: 7 practical steps
Reinventing your career doesn’t start with a grand plan — it starts with small experiments. Building on my last post, this piece explores how to take meaningful action towards making a career transition.
How to reinvent yourself in a constantly changing world
Curiosity fuels every meaningful career change. Action beats introspection. Small experiments, new connections, and evolving stories can all help you reinvent your career.
Losing your career identity: stepping out of old and into the new
Career change, whether chosen or imposed, is hard. What can you do to make the transition easier?
8 FREE questionnaires to boost your career success
Understanding your strengths, values and motivations can transform the way you approach applications, interviews and career decisions — yet most of us rarely pause to reflect on them. This post introduces a range of free online tools that help you explore your personality, communication style, values and work preferences.
Finding your IKIGAI: The life you’re meant to live
How satisfied are you with the life you’re living? Taking time to reflect on the Japanese concept of IKIGAI may reveal how you can squeeze more joy out of it.
how to unlock your personal power through storytelling
Have you ever wondered how to make your presentations more compelling, or your arguments more persuasive? Here I explore how telling a story can significantly elevate your impact.
When I grew up I wanted to be a…..
What are the themes running through your childhood interests? Here I explore some of mine and how they have shown up throughout my career.