James Barker

Why do so many leaders struggle to start the year strong?

I’m planning workshops to help you turn January into a springboard for 2025:
1️⃣ Set clear, actionable goals
2️⃣ Build confidence & resilience
3️⃣ Unlock your potential

Which resonates most? Share your thoughts below or DM me!

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DMA letter urges extension to 'soft opt-in' for charity emails The Data & Marketing Association (DMA) has today (25 November) called on the government to extend the 'soft opt-in' for email marketing to the third sector in a letter to the Secretary of State for Sc...

DMA letter urges extension to ‘soft opt-in’ for charity emails

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“Mastering your emotions holds the key to changing your life” Dr Tara Swart was

Feeling overwhelmed? Try this exercise from Dr Tara Swart to process emotions:
1️⃣ List all the emotions you’re feeling.
2️⃣ Note the facts behind each one.
3️⃣Reflect on your self-talk—what’s your mind saying?
4️⃣Reframe it (I failed” → “I did my best)
5️⃣Write this new phrase & repeat it daily.

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From Sure Start to youth centres, cutting children’s services is a false economy | Torsten Bell Research reveals that Tessa Jowell’s programme not only helped early years children but went on to reduce youth crime On 22 February 2019, I spoke at a conference in memory of a good friend, Tessa Jowell. The event was about her legacy, marking 20 years…

From Sure Start to youth centres, cutting children’s services is a false economy | Torsten Bell

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'Refused service again with my guide dog, I'm done speaking out' - BBC News Sean Dilley is inundated with abuse on social media whenever he posts about discrimination issues.

I really don't want to eat anywhere that refuses to serve people who need a guide dog.

Not only is it illegal, it's also illogical. They are incredibly well trained and can be relied on to behave better than the customers.

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Hello - nice to see you xx

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James Barker Coaching Sometimes we all need a bit of help to find the right direction in life and take the next steps. With 15 years of leadership experience in marketing and communications for charitable organisations an...

For 15 years, including as Head of Marketing at the NSPCC, I’ve been passionate about what inspires people to grow. Now, as a certified coach, I empower leaders to overcome challenges and create lasting impact—with empathy, resilience, and humour. Let’s connect. www.jamesbarkercoaching.co.uk

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