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“Quiet Leadership: Why the Best Leaders Are Rarely the Loudest”
Chess Board Introduction Our culture loves a hero. We build our films, myths, and business stories around archetypes of the charismatic individual — the visionary founder, the dominant CEO, the leader who storms the stage and bends the world to their will. But this is only part of the story. Behind every celebrated figure are countless leaders you will never see. They do not seek applause. They do not trend on LinkedIn. They do not dominate the room. Yet they build organisati

Michael Ellis-Bailey
4 hours ago2 min read


Cracking the Code to Real Happiness: The Aspire Guide to Self-Mastery
Let's cut to the chase—happiness isn't what Instagram sells you. It’s not endless positivity, luxury, or likes. True happiness, the kind that lasts, comes down to self-mastery.

Michael Ellis-Bailey
Apr 27, 20252 min read


Exploring Imposter Syndrome: Why We Feel Like Frauds (Even When We’re Not)
Imposter Syndrome is that nagging feeling that you don’t really deserve your success, that you’re secretly not as competent as others think

Michael Ellis-Bailey
Feb 25, 20254 min read


The Founder: Embracing Resistance as the Path to Growth and Success
Being the founder of a social enterprise is never easy. If it were, everyone would do it. The reality is, this path is filled with...

Michael Ellis-Bailey
Feb 13, 20253 min read


Harnessing the Power of Habits: Redefine Your Life, Redefine Your Brand
Habits are more than behaviours; they’re the building blocks of personal transformation. They shape how you live and work.

Michael Ellis-Bailey
Dec 3, 20244 min read


Mindset: The Foundation of Self-Mastery
Our mindset shapes the lens through which we view ourselves and the world around us. When we embrace a growth mindset, we empower ourselves

Michael Ellis-Bailey
Oct 31, 20245 min read


Navigating Imposter Syndrome: The Power of Curiosity, Small Wins, and Reflection
Navigating Imposter Syndrome: The Power of Curiosity, Small Wins, and Reflection

Michael Ellis-Bailey
Oct 23, 20244 min read


Self-Mastery: The Key to Unlocking Your Potential
Self-mastery is about taking back control of the one thing that's truly yours: yourself.

Michael Ellis-Bailey
Oct 9, 20245 min read


Living on purpose.
Aspirations are a universal aspect of human experience. Thinking back over my life, they have changed but have always reminded me of who...

Michael Ellis-Bailey
Jul 6, 20231 min read


How a small decision can turn your life around
In life, we often emphasize monumental decisions, overlooking the quieter, smaller choices that hold immense potential for...

Michael Ellis-Bailey
May 8, 20231 min read
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