Collaborative working has its benefits - stronger team relationships, increased creativity and inspiration and reduced stress in the working environment. With this in mind, as leaders we hold a key role within our organisations in implementing a collaborative working culture.

Did you know that May is National Walking Month? With longer and lighter evenings, May is the perfect time to integrate walking into our daily lives. Aside from this, walking is one of the easiest ways to improve our health, creativity and thinking. Research shows those “who are more connected with nature are usually happier in life and more likely to report their lives are worthwhile”.

In recent years, wellness and wellbeing in the workplace have become prominent topics, with Covid-19 as a major catalyst. Whilst it was important before, now, it’s one one of the most important factors in decision making.

International Women’s Day, on the 8th of March, has been a key date in the women’s rights movement for decades - and even a public holiday in some countries. Its earliest version reputedly taking place in America in 1909, it was adopted by the United Nations in 1977 as the mainstream global holiday we recognise now.

Anni was asked to comment on the importance of a healthy work-life balance. You may be surprised to know, many people do not take their annual leave. To find out just how many - and some of the reasons why - people don’t, read the Annual Leave Allowances: The Survey | Just Eat Business

Anni recently dropped into Lewes Football Club to meet with Karen Dobres and Bradley Pritchard, both of whom she has interviewed for the Leaders In Conversation podcast.

Anni was delighted to be invited to speak on The Parent Equation with Ayesha Murray, where they discussed collaborative childcare, parenting older children and much more.

Anni was delighted to be invited to speak on the ‘Keep walking with me’ podcast by Walking Mentorship. She got to combine my love of walking whilst talking on this podcast and was delighted to select three pieces of music that are significant to her. Take a listen to hear her chosen tracks.

Anni was delighted to join Roberto Funari, CEO of global footwear manufacturer Alpargatas, during their month-long focus on mental health to discuss self-compassion, purpose, and collaboration.