New data shows a 28% boost in leader wellbeing from the Inside Out Leadership programme, with gains across emotional regulation, self-awareness, and interpersonal effectiveness. Praised as “the most transformational CPD I’ve had,” the programme is now gaining traction beyond education into finance, healthcare and professional services. For interviews, case studies, or expert comment from co-founder Astrid Korin, get in touch: coaching@astridkorin.com.

Much of leadership is "caught, not taught" - your team learns more from how you are than what you say. From self-regulation to risk-taking, your behaviour sets the tone for what’s safe, acceptable, and possible. This article explores the impact of what you model and how you show up as a leader - the subtle signals, everyday behaviours, and emotional cues that shape your team more than any strategy slide ever could.

Authentic leadership begins with an inner act of liberation - the quiet courage to unhook from who we think we should be. Inside Out Leadership invites us to notice where we’re leading from autopilot - perfectionism, people-pleasing, control, fear - and choose something freer. It’s not enlightenment (yet!), but it is a step toward it: a conscious shift from reactivity to presence, from conditioning to choice.

Inside Out Leadership, the resilience-focused development programme founded by Astrid Korin, Maggie Farrar, and Roger Bretherton, is expanding its format in response to rising cross-sector demand. Originally designed for education leaders, the programme now offers flexible delivery options and a new follow-on course, supporting leaders to deepen self-awareness, build resilience, and lead with authenticity. With a growing track record of impact and strong participant feedback, Inside Out continues to evolve as a space for meaningful leadership development in a changing world.

Ever wonder who supports your coach behind the scenes? Coaching supervision is where I pause, reflect, and get curious about how I’m showing up - so I can serve you with clarity, presence, and integrity. In this new post, I’m lifting the lid on what really happens in the supervision room - and why it matters to you.

Coaching isn’t about perfect frameworks or tidy outcomes - it’s about human relationships and the power of being seen, heard, and held in a way that allows us to explore ourselves at depth. In a world that’s increasingly automated, the power of real connection is not just relevant - it’s rare and exquisite and revolutionary. Human coaching is going nowhere.

Autocratic leadership may create an illusion of control, but the cost is high if overused, causing fear, silence, and disengagement. When leaders prioritise obedience over trust, they stifle creativity, erode psychological safety, and risk isolating themselves from those they lead.

What you don’t tell your team matters as much as what you do. When leaders avoid honesty, employees fill the gaps with their own stories - often worse than reality. Transparency builds trust, while withholding information fuels fear and uncertainty. This blog explores the challenges of being honest, why it’s part of human nature and offers a way forward that’s courageous and clear.

For minority leaders, every day presents a choice: speak up and risk being dismissed, or stay silent and preserve harmony. Both options come with a price and a prize but neither are guaranteed until you’ve taken the leap. This article explores what I have learned from working with some incredible, brave and resourceful humans.

Many coaching clients seek out coaches who understand their sector. Whilst that may have some benefits in a mentoring relationship, this blog argues that sector/industry knowledge should not a top priority when looking for the right coach for you.