Thoughts from the Chair

High-performing cultures don’t happen by accident — they are crafted through intentional leadership and a focus on opportunity, accountability, and entrepreneurial thinking. Drawing insights from organisations like Rolls-Royce and Hazlewood Foods, this article explores how mindset shifts, consistent leadership behaviours, and resilience can transform business performance. Learn practical strategies to build a culture where both people and organisations can thrive for the long term.

Geopolitics, wealth migration, and leadership mindsets collide in this sharp and timely commentary from Colin Wright. As high-net-worth individuals relocate at record rates and global institutions like the UK’s Ministry of Defence sharpen their strategic focus, leaders must adapt to a fast-shifting world stage. The blog explores the deeper implications of wealth flight, power realignment, and the rise of populist influences—what Colin calls “Trumpian tremors.” It’s a punchy, provocative take on what these trends mean for leadership, stability, and future-readiness. A must-read for those shaping strategy in uncertain times.

In Colin's thought-provoking blog, discover how reframing conflict as a catalyst for growth can elevate your leadership impact. Rather than avoiding tension, effective leaders learn to embrace and navigate it with curiosity, clarity, and confidence. The post explores why conflict often signals deeper transformation, and how a strategic approach can unlock better team dynamics, stronger relationships, and real business results. If you’re ready to grow as a leader—not despite conflict, but because of it—this blog offers the mindset shift and practical insights to start that journey.

In this insightful blog from Colin Wright, explore how today’s most effective leaders are shifting their mindset to anticipate change, embrace uncertainty, and lead with clarity amid complexity. Rather than clinging to rigid plans, future-ready leaders stay agile, curious, and purpose-driven—guiding their teams with vision rather than control. Drawing on real-world insights and leadership psychology, the article challenges conventional thinking and offers a refreshing take on what it truly means to be ready for what’s next. A must-read for anyone serious about long-term impact and resilient leadership.

We recently welcomed Celynn Morin as our Network keynote speaker, and we gained insights into achieving a better work-life integration. I have heard Celynn speak before and it was a useful reminder of the balance of personal and […]

Yesterday’s Autumn Budget is not only significant for its economic implications but also marks a historic moment with Rachel Reeves as the UK’s first female Chancellor of the Exchequer. This milestone reflects a long-awaited shift in a role […]

Organisations become great when leaders plant tress whose shade they know they shall never sit under  This wisdom speaks to the long-term impact that one generation has on the next, underscoring the importance of leaders investing in younger […]

 “Whenever you see a successful business, someone once made a courageous decision. Success is the result of taking calculated risks, leveraging the right capabilities, and aligning them with the right opportunities.”  Peter Drucker   The Finest Leadership in the […]

“The ability to make good decisions under pressure is a key ingredient to success in any endeavour” - Michael Jordan In the realm of human experience, few challenges are as formidable as making decisions under extreme pressure or […]

  By Colin Wright, Uspire Chair Here are my thoughts on Labour's victory. In the words of Monty Python “So what have the Romans ever done for us?”  The Labour Party has won the UK general election - […]