Smart, articulate teams still misunderstand each other. It’s rarely about intelligence or effort. More often, it’s about what happens in the space between what someone means, what they say and what another person hears.

We have more ways to communicate at work than ever: email, Teams, Slack, Zoom and now AI tools that can draft, summarise and respond for us. So why do teams miscommunicate more than ever, rather than less? More communication doesn’t necessarily mean better communication.

We can be in the same meeting and leave with completely different interpretations. A neutral message can sound abrupt. A conversation can feel fine in the moment, only for tension to appear later.

So what gets in the way? Often, it’s not the words. It’s everything happening...

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Mindfulness at work is often mistaken for a break from the job: a breathing exercise, a moment of calm. In a professional context it’s closer to a cognitive skill, one that shapes how people think, decide and lead under pressure. This article explains what the evidence actually shows and what it looks like in practice.

Most people picture a yoga studio or a guided breathing app when they hear the word mindfulness, something to reach for on a break rather than use during one. That association isn’t wrong, but it undersells what’s actually being asked of people at work every day: to notice what’s pulling their attention, and choose where it goes instead.

I’m Katie Fobbester, a mindfulnes...

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Mindfulness coaching might be the right next step if you feel like something needs to shift but can’t quite pinpoint what, if you struggle to switch off, react in ways you regret, or want more personalised support than a class or app can offer. This article walks through the clearest signs it could help, and what to expect if you decide to start.

“Is mindfulness coaching right for me?” is a question I hear often, usually from people who already suspect the answer might be yes.

They’ve been feeling the pressure building for a while. They’re managing, just about, but someth...

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If you’ve been thinking about trying mindfulness, you may be wondering what the difference between mindfulness and meditation is.

A meditation class. A mindfulness app. One-to-one coaching. There are more options than ever, which is wonderful, but it can also make it harder to know where to begin.

People ask me this question regularly, so I wanted to answer it properly to help you understand what each one actually offers, so you can choose what’s right for where you are right now.

What’s the Difference Between Mindfulness and Meditation?

This is where a lot of confusion comes in, because the two words are of...

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If you’re thinking about mindfulness coaching, you might be wondering what actually happens.

It’s one of the questions I’m asked most often. Many people imagine they’ll be expected to sit in silence, meditate for long periods or somehow stop their thoughts altogether. The reality is much simpler.

One-to-one mindfulness coaching is a practical, personalised way of helping you understand how your mind responds to the pressures of everyday life. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed at work, recovering from burnout or caught in a cycle of overthinking, every session is tailored to your needs.

As a certified mindfuln...

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