Author: Rashad Issa FCQI | FCXA | FRSA
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Everything DiSC® Leadership: See What Changes When You Learn to Lead with Influence
The Everything DiSC® Leadership programme, aimed at senior leaders and managers, enhances self-awareness and adaptability in leadership. This course focuses on developing key leadership skills to improve collaboration and communication. Limited seats, open conversation, actionable strategies to lead with influence. Register your interest.
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ISO 9001:2026 Changes: What I Got Wrong the Last Time I Led a Transition
As the organisation prepares for the upcoming ISO 9001:2026 changes, the lessons learned from the past transition serve as a valuable guide for navigating new challenges and ensuring a seamless integration of quality management into the business strategy.
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The Value of Quality Management is Integration
The Chartered Quality Institute’s research reveals that 91% of leaders see Quality Management as a valuable addition when integrated into strategic planning. It emphasises the importance of Quality Leaders adopting ten key attributes to enhance operational efficiency. The Quality Live Conference showcased discussions on AI and the evolving role of humans in Quality. Here are…
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Facipulation: Bridging Curiosity and Leadership in HSEQ
“Rethink: Curiosity” focused on the vital role of curiosity in HSEQ, distinguishing between psychological safety and trust, and highlighting the cost of a lack of curiosity. Key discussions emphasised the interplay between culture and behaviour, the importance of awareness versus autopilot in decision-making, and actionable strategies for fostering curiosity. Reflections and takeaways in this post
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Everything DiSC® Leadership Series: The Final Chapter
The LinkedIn Leadership Series explored the significance of behavioural understanding in effective leadership, highlighting follow-through and assertiveness as critical skills. It addressed the consequences of unfulfilled leadership promises and the pressure to conform in boardroom discussions.
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Everything DiSC® and Leadership Series: Week Two
The second week of the LinkedIn Leadership Series focused on four leadership themes using Everything DiSC®: the importance of intentional failure, the value of energy in leadership, the necessity of supportive mentoring, and the issue of conflict avoidance in governance. Each theme encourages leaders to enhance self-awareness and foster honest communication within their teams. A…
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Everything DiSC® and Leadership: What I’ve Been Exploring This Week
Last week, I ran a leadership series on LinkedIn, discussing key Everything DiSC® traits such as empathy, collaboration, accuracy, and action. The goal was to foster understanding of these traits in leadership practices. This post is about the traits covered in week one. Cohort later in the summer.
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PMXPO 2026 Delivers, AGAIN!
The Project Management Institute’s annual virtual conference unites project leaders to explore trends and network. Key insights from sessions highlight the importance of a professional career Board, the evolving nature of operating models, and focusing on value. The keynote by Damien Kulash emphasises innovative thinking and collaboration for project success.
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Blockchain for Quality4.0
In this article, I reflect on the relevance of blockchain in the services sector after completing the CQI Blockchain and Quality 4.0 course. I highlight blockchain’s benefits, such as immutability and transparency, as vital for enhancing Quality Management Systems. The course offers practical insights and a clear implementation plan for adopting blockchain principles.
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Your AI Strategy is a Process
Your AI Strategy is a Process. Everything about it should start with a problem and end with the impact and value you are trying to achieve. In this article, I explore takeaways from a workshop I attended called: Identifying your AI Opportunities designed and delivered by Sue Turner at AI Governance.
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