peter Sutton - accomplished author & communicator
Peter passionately merges his life experiences with best practices for high performing organisations while having a bucket load of fun!
Join our comprehensive workshop on preventing team member burnout. We'll delve into key areas such as understanding skills, motivation, and the critical signs of burnout.
Learn practical strategies including organisational planning, effective delegation, and shadowing to ensure continuity, resilience and positive mental well being.
Discover how to recognise the warning signs of burnout, manage personal expectations, and address unhealthy coping mechanisms. Gain insights into knowing yourself and your organisation to create a sustainable, supportive work environment.
Don't miss this opportunity to safeguard your team's well-being and productivity.
Peter has dedicated his professional life to leading, coaching, and learning.
He is driven by a fascination with what makes one organisation outperform another. His philosophy is simple, focus on yourself to build purposeful partnerships, shared clarity, and positive mindsets.
Peter helps organisations break down complex changes into small, achievable goals. Facing his own challenges with workplace burnout, Peter passionately merges his life experiences with best practices for high-performing organisations while having a bucket load of fun!
As a country boy, his journey began primary teaching in rural New South Wales, leading to a 20-year international career in education before transitioning to business. He led his own award-winning educational advisory firm for 11 years prior to his current role as a Business Coach. Peter's advisory work has been sought after in Australia, New Zealand and South-East Asia.
He is an accomplished communicator, author, and creative problem solver. When he is not working, he maintains life balance with a daily ocean swim, a great book and time as a positive mental health advocate!
- In person only no live stream available.
Here’s the combined and expanded summary: Understanding Self-Discovery and Leadership
The session emphasises the critical role of self-awareness in effective leadership, particularly in a business context. It highlights the importance of knowing oneself—recognising personal strengths, weaknesses, and core values—as the foundation for leading others. This self-awareness allows leaders to align their actions and decisions with their values, proactively managing stress rather than merely reacting to it.
Know Yourself to Lead Better:
Understanding your strengths and weaknesses is essential for leadership. In business, it’s about identifying where your energy and focus are strongest and acknowledging areas where you may falter. This self-knowledge ensures that your leadership is grounded and consistent with your values, leading to better decision-making and stress management.
Value of a Strong Team:
A successful organisation thrives on the strength of its team. Leaders should surround themselves with individuals who complement their skills and compensate for their blind spots. This applies both personally, with support systems like family or mentors, and professionally, with a diverse team that can provide balance and support in leadership and business operations.
Importance of Self-Discovery:
Self-discovery is an ongoing journey involving deep introspection into motivations, stress points, and self-sabotaging narratives. By regularly reflecting on personal and professional experiences, leaders can identify patterns that need change and areas for growth. This continuous introspection fosters authentic and confident leadership.
Strategic Leadership in Business:
Effective leadership goes beyond daily operations; it involves strategic thinking and long-term planning. Leaders must create clear organisational structures, set expectations, and be transparent about goals. Strategic leadership also requires adaptability and a willingness to refine approaches as the business evolves and as leaders learn more about their teams.
Skill and Will:
In business, balancing skill and will is crucial. Leaders need to recognise that both skill levels and motivation can fluctuate. Understanding this balance helps in making informed decisions about recruitment, training, and performance management, ensuring that team members are well-supported and positioned for success.
The Role of Feedback:
Regular, constructive feedback is vital for aligning team efforts with business goals and values. However, providing effective feedback is a skill that many leaders struggle with. Cultivating this skill is essential for maintaining a productive and positive work environment.
Strategic Planning and Organisational Structure:
Strategic planning involves more than setting goals; it requires creating a roadmap to achieve them. This includes defining roles within the organisation, establishing a clear organisational structure, and ensuring that everyone understands their responsibilities. A well-structured organisation enhances efficiency, decision-making, and resource allocation.
Importance of Adaptability:
Business environments are constantly changing, and leaders must be adaptable to navigate these changes effectively. This includes being open to feedback, re-evaluating strategies, and making difficult decisions when necessary. Adaptability also involves proactively identifying potential challenges and opportunities.
Building Resilience:
Leadership is demanding, and resilience is key to sustaining long-term success. Building resilience involves maintaining physical and mental well-being, having a strong support network, and staying true to a clear sense of purpose. Resilience enables leaders to navigate challenges with confidence and guide their teams through difficult times.
By integrating self-discovery, strategic planning, and a strong support system, leaders can effectively manage their organisations, fostering a positive and productive environment for themselves and their teams. The expanded overview provides a comprehensive understanding of how personal strengths and constraints impact leadership and business decisions, encouraging a reflective and balanced approach to leadership.