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Our Monkey Puzzle team have spent a lot of 2025 travelling to visit clients so here are Sarah Andrews top 5 tips for arriving refreshed and ready to tackle work. ✈️ 🌍   1. Stay hydrated and keep your skin happy 😊 Long-haul flights really dehydrate me, so my top tip is drink plenty of water. Also packing a mini in-flight skincare kit - a good moisturiser, eye cream, and hand cream - will really ease “air con" skin and help you feel human again when you land.   2. Beat jet lag by easing into local time ⏱️ If possible, when I arrive at my hotel or rental, I head out straight out for a walk to get some fresh air and move my body after the confinement of a plane - a change of scenery and some daylight can really help reorient you to local time. I find eating dinner at my “normal" dinner time but in the new time zone and heading to bed as close to my usual time as possible helps my body clock adjust faster so I can make the most of the trip from day one.   3. Get connected with a local e-SIM in USA 📱 If you’re travelling around the US, I found that an e-SIM with a local phone number (not just data) is a game-changer. Restaurants, sightseeing events, (and nail salons) will text confirmations and updates - and I find it’s cheaper than relying on your UK number. Also if you get stuck or are running late and need to make a phone call to local services, you’ll be glad you’re not sitting in a hold queue using UK tariffs!   4. Bring your own brew ☕ If you’re a tea or coffee lover (guilty!), pack your favourite teabags and coffee bags. The comfort of a “proper" cuppa can’t be underestimated when you’re far from home.   5. Let your bank know you’re off travelling abroad 💳  A quick call to your bank before you go can save the hassle of frozen cards. It’s especially important if you’ve got direct debits going out on the same day you make personal purchases abroad (I learnt this the hard way!!)   What are YOUR best business travel tips? 🌐👇   #BusinessTravel #InternationalBusiness #ProductivityTips #WorkSmart #RemoteWork

Leading with empathy is more important than ever — but how do you support your team without sacrificing your own wellbeing? This World Mental Health Day, Becky Westwood shares her perspective on the hidden challenges of leadership, how to spot the early signs of burnout, and why taking care of yourself is essential to supporting others. 👉 Because leadership doesn’t mean going it alone. Read the blog - https://lnkd.in/eTVVz43V #WMHD2025 #Leadership #Wellbeing

🏆 What can elite sport teach us about high performance and wellbeing at work? In this video, Karen shares why she and John turned to the world of elite sports as a source of inspiration when writing their book. She explores how principles from high-performance sport can help organisations drive better results and support employee wellbeing — a combination that’s more important than ever. 🎥 Watch now to learn how these lessons could apply to your own team or workplace: https://lnkd.in/eFYzvFK5 #RPP #Leadership #HighPerformance #EliteSport #OrganisationalDevelopment 

Thinking about your next career step? This article is a must-read. We’re revisiting a popular post from our Coaching Conundrums series, where Sandrine Bruneau shares practical, honest advice for technical leaders navigating career growth — especially the transition into management.   Check out the full article - https://lnkd.in/ew-hpHJy

Have you read ‘Can I Offer You Something?’ yet? Becky Westwood’s book dismantles common myths around feedback with openness and honesty, offering a definitive guide to overcoming anxieties, sharing perspectives, and unlocking the true potential of effective feedback. It’s an insightful read that encourages a proactive and reflective approach to receiving feedback. And winning the Short Business Book category at the Business Book Awards is a huge achievement — a testament to the invaluable insights and practical advice Becky’s book delivers. #CIOYS #Feedback #Anxiety #BBA2025

You might notice a new name on this newsletter—we're now Mindset Matters. We're bringing you the same great content to help you unlock your professional growth with smarter leadership strategies, better coaching and tips for boosting your productivity. #Leadership #LearningAndDevelopment #Newsletter 

We are thrilled to share some incredibly exciting news! 'Can I Offer You Something? Expert ways to overcome the horrors of organisational feedback' by our very own Becky Westwood, has won the Short Business Book category at Business Book Awards 2025. This is a monumental achievement and a testament to the invaluable insights and practical advice Becky's book offers. We couldn't be prouder of this recognition. #BBA2025 #CIOYS

Stuck in a "comfortable stalemate" with your coach? You might be missing out on the key to real growth. Our latest blog reveals why a little discomfort isn't just a challenge, it's a critical step toward genuine change and professional growth. A must-read for anyone serious about real change and development. 

With the Business Book Awards just around the corner, now is the perfect time to check out Becky Westwood’s blog "Perspectives & possibilities: how to feel empowered by feedback" where she offers valuable insights on how to transform feedback from a source of anxiety into a powerful tool for growth. It's an insightful read that encourages a proactive and reflective approach to receiving feedback. https://lnkd.in/eN_dShkD #CIOYS #Feedback

It's a common conundrum for leaders: how do you protect your team's focus when they're being pulled in a dozen different directions? Laxmi Jaishi tackles this very issue in a popular post from our Coaching Conundrums series. She shares valuable insights on how to regain control of your team's priorities. Read the full post here: https://lnkd.in/e8i8RTni And keep an eye out—we'll be tackling more of your career conundrums soon!