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Are you easy to ignore?
🎤 Why do great ideas get ignored? You might be brilliant at what you do, but influence takes more than logic and data. At the 2025 CPD...

Mike Drayton
5 days ago1 min read


Ignoring emotion doesn't make it disappear... it makes it dangerous!
In 2024, a disgruntled CIA hacker leaked 34 terabytes of secrets to WikiLeaks. He wasn’t paid. He wasn’t blackmailed. He was angry. He...

Mike Drayton
Apr 11 min read


In a world that never switches off, stress and burnout are more common than ever
Feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, or running on empty? 📱 Do you check your phone before you even get out of bed? 🍽️ Do you scroll through...

Mike Drayton
Feb 141 min read


Mental Wealth: The Psychological Pension Plan You Need...
💭 Feeling the winter slump? You're not alone. It’s that time of year—cold, dark, and the fun of Christmas feels like a distant memory....

Mike Drayton
Jan 312 min read


Making the Leap: From Executive to Entrepreneur
Starting a business requires enormous courage, especially if you are already successful and have a secure job with a good pension. Dr...

Mike Drayton
Jan 21 min read


Forget “New Me”—Try “Deeper Me” This Year
We don’t just jump from our old self to a new self when the calendar changes. Each new year brings familiar challenges, but we tackle...

Mike Drayton
Jan 11 min read


Stuck in an emotional rut of anger or annoyance?
Have you ever been so angry at work that you were tempted to shout, or maybe swear at someone? Other people can be frustrating....

Mike Drayton
Dec 31, 20241 min read


🎄 It’s Christmas! 🎄
The tree’s up, the lights are twinkling, and someone’s already eaten half the Quality Street—so it’s officially the season of joy and...

Mike Drayton
Dec 23, 20241 min read


Are you thriving or just surviving?
Feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, or running on empty? Stress and burnout aren’t just personal challenges; they impact your work, your...

Mike Drayton
Dec 10, 20241 min read


It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas! 🎄
Kicking off the Christmas season in style with a festive dinner at Ognisko Polskie - The Polish Hearth Club, in London! 🍽️✨ The perfect...

Mike Drayton
Dec 5, 20241 min read


Understanding the Unconscious: My Recent Podcast Interview
I have had the pleasure of joining Patrick Daly on his Interlinks podcast , where we explored themes from my book, 'The Saboteur at...

Mike Drayton
Nov 14, 20241 min read


What's really going on when you feel frustrated at work?
Frustrated at work? It might be more than just a bad day. Frustration can feel like a sign that something’s not right. It’s easy to...

Mike Drayton
Nov 13, 20241 min read


Honoured to Receive the Freedom of the City of London with the Woolmen
I feel incredibly honoured to join the Worshipful Company of Woolmen, becoming part of a centuries-old tradition rooted in the wool...

Mike Drayton
Oct 31, 20241 min read


Are You Seeing Your Own Flaws in Others?
Personality isn’t just about what we show—it’s also about what we hide beneath the surface. Have you ever criticised someone for being...

Mike Drayton
Oct 23, 20241 min read


Ever worked with someone who’s both stressed and challenging to manage?
Often, we jump to solutions like performance management or referring them to an Employee Assistance Program. But what if we paused for a...

Mike Drayton
Oct 16, 20241 min read


The Psychology Behind Influence & Persuasion: Insights from Engage24
I recently spoke about influence and persuasion at the Engage24 conference in London. Here’s what I covered: 👉 Kurt Lewin’s classic...

Mike Drayton
Oct 14, 20241 min read


Book Signing for Apple’s Leaders
Spent some time signing copies of my book 'The Saboteur at Work' for my great clients at Apple! There’s no better feeling than seeing...

Mike Drayton
Oct 1, 20241 min read


What is holding you back?
Have you ever been given a task that makes you think, “I’m not sure that I can do this?” This triggers anxiety, self-doubt... and...

Mike Drayton
Sep 30, 20241 min read


Here’s how my coaching made a difference...
"Sometimes you come across someone who has a profound impact on your career. It was a privilege to be coached by Mike as part of the...

Mike Drayton
Sep 27, 20241 min read


For those where the work never gets easier...
Professionals who regularly witness disturbing images, read upsetting material, or engage in high-stress, caring roles often experience...

Mike Drayton
Sep 25, 20242 min read
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