“I didn’t mean to…”, “Sorry…I assumed that ….” “I have tried to engage, but..”. And so, it goes! Is it worth investing time to better understand your own and respect others’ different work styles, communication preferences, strengths, motivators, challenges at work? 100% [...]
🔟 🙌 Ten years ago I made a pretty bold decision to set up Mather Consulting. I was leaving the amazing Organisational Development team at Fletcher Building for this new venture which has proved to be an incredible journey – even with some challenges to overcome. Is it time to pack away the [...]
What would organisations do without great leaders? At their best, leaders create the conditions for people to thrive. They bring clarity where there is ambiguity, energy where there is fatigue, and connection where there is distance. They don’t just deliver results — they shape experiences. In [...]
As organisations plan for 2026, one thing is clear — operational performance will depend on how well people strategies translate into real and sustainable impact. From what we’re seeing across the organisations we work with, top priorities are shaping up to be: Building agile, adaptable teams [...]
“All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given us.” — J.R.R. Tolkien As we step into a new year, this quote feels particularly on point. A new year often brings with it a sense of possibility — a pause between what has been and what might be. It’s a natural moment to [...]
One of the many highlights of 2025 was the “Leading at Channel” experience Mather Consulting designed and facilitated with Channel Infrastructure. The purpose-built programme, intergrating Gallup CliftonStrengths, brought together Channel’s Senior Leader Team who collaborated on [...]
At Mather Consulting, we know that strong teams are built when people understand and play to their strengths. Recently, we had the privilege of partnering with the University of Auckland’s HR Advisory Team during their offsite — a day focused on connection, celebration, and planning for the [...]
How often does your leadership team pause to ask the big questions? What’s working? What’s not? How do we strengthen our “One Team” approach? High-performing teams don’t just emerge by chance. They are built intentionally—through the discipline of regularly reflecting on performance, [...]
✨ WOW – what an experience! The 2025 Facilitator Matters Festival was a true celebration of the art and impact of facilitation. With every session packed full of insight, it was a chance not only to learn new tools and approaches but also to connect with others who share the same passion for [...]
One of the most exciting parts of my professional journey this year has been completing the Gallup Strengths Certification Programme—and I’m thrilled to now be accredited. The programme brought together an amazing group of people, and together we explored how a strengths-based approach can [...]