The McKinsey 7s model is a great tool to think about organisational changes in the wider system, environment and context. It recognises for improvements to be made and sustained, there are several factors that need to be aligned with a central shared purpose.

The End PJ Paralysis movement – A seed of “caring” was planted. A flower of “compassion” grew. A field of “nurturing” blossomed.

The power of pictures and the positive impact they can have on others

Fall prevention in healthcare

A simple pictorial reminder on things to avoid when carrying out projects

I had a great time drawing at the welcome Q event in Greater Manchester.                                                                                  …

Free for anyone to download and use.  As someone who loves fun, joy, creativity and inspiration, when I read the IHI white paper on joy in work – a picture started to form in my head.  I would like to credit and reference the IHI.  I hope this helps someone, somewhere. 

Sometimes things just float by in my head and I’ve got to draw them otherwise I get restless. Smiling is such a simple thing, but sometimes, we overlook how powerful it can be. It connects on an emotional level with people, is so easy to do and brightens the day up. Smiles share happiness.  I…

Wanting to be successful, ambitious and having dreams are all similar.  What stops you from being able to achieve these things? Is it yourself, the environment or other people?  Do you ever think what you want to do is not realistic, too difficult or just a fantasy?  If they were all easy to do, no…

What’s great about Appreciative Inquiry (A.I) is that it not only focuses on all the good/positives, it’s framework also supports leaders be more positive, supportive, fuel creativity, encouragement and kindness.  Many models and approaches emphasise “problems” or what you are doing “wrong” that needs “improvement”. It’s quite a negative starting point isn’t it?  I know…