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Rob Lambert

Rob Lambert

A photo of a car in Rome with the words overlaid - Why Workplace Relationships Matter: How Seeing People Drives Productivity and Trust

Why Workplace Relationships Matter: How Seeing People Drives Productivity and Trust

Strong workplace relationships aren’t just “nice to have” — they’re essential for productivity, influence, and career growth. By truly seeing and connecting with colleagues, you build trust, foster collaboration, and create a more rewarding work environment.

A photo of a football coach with the words overlaid - How to Create Coaching Plans That Unlock Your Team’s Potential

How to Create Coaching Plans That Unlock Your Team’s Potential

Discover how simple, well-structured coaching plans can transform your team’s performance, boost engagement, and develop the skills and behaviours that drive success. Learn practical steps for creating coaching plans that unlock potential and make a real difference in the workplace

A drawing of lots of people with the words overlaid - Hire Once, Hire Right: Building Effective Teams

Hire Once, Hire Right: Building Effective Teams

Hiring the right people drives business success. Learn how to write compelling job adverts, create a great candidate experience, and build a high-performing, values-aligned team.

A photo of some bubbles with the words overlaid - Hard vs Soft Communication: How Great Leaders Flex Their Style

Hard vs Soft Communication: How Great Leaders Flex Their Style

Learn how top leaders adapt their communication—knowing when to be direct and when to listen—to build trust, clarity, and high-performing teams. Flexing your style is key to effective leadership and a positive workplace.

Annual Review, Apathy and Diverting Energy

Annual Review, Apathy and Diverting Energy

In this edition of Meeting Notes I share an annual review infographic and a short piece about apathy and frustration in work.

A photo of some overhead cables with the words overlaid - Delivery vs Control: Ensuring Your Team Creates Value, Not Just Reports It

Delivery vs Control: Ensuring Your Team Creates Value, Not Just Reports It

Too many organisations spend more time organising work than delivering it. Learn a simple model to audit roles, empower doers, and ensure your team focuses on creating real value for customers.

A photo of some plates with the words overlaid - Spinning Plates: A Simple Productivity System for Managing Work, Family, and Projects

Spinning Plates: A Simple Productivity System for Managing Work, Family, and Projects

Ever wonder how some people juggle work, family, and side projects without burning out? Here’s the exact system I use—Trello, Todoist, Google Calendar, and a few simple habits—to keep all my plates spinning.