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Amy Rowlinson
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Focus on Books
This week, we celebrate both World Book Day and International Women's Day—two occasions that highlight the power of books and the impact...

Amy Rowlinson
Feb 284 min read
Focus on Meaningful Success
This week marked a significant milestone—450 episodes of Focus on WHY! To everyone who has been part of my podcasting journey—thank you....

Amy Rowlinson
Feb 212 min read
Focus on Thank You
Occasionally I receive a message that stops me in my tracks—one that makes me pause, smile and reflect on the journey I’ve taken....

Amy Rowlinson
Feb 143 min read
Focus on Love Languages
Love is all around! Recently, the topic of love has featured in many of my conversations: with clients in my 1:1 coaching, with peers in...

Amy Rowlinson
Feb 72 min read
Focus on Challenges
Just as I was about to turn in on Wednesday night, a LinkedIn notification popped up. I had been tagged in a post. Â Congratulations, Amy...

Amy Rowlinson
Jan 312 min read
Focus on Podcasts
If you’ve been thinking about launching a podcast for your business, there's never been a better time to start. A podcast is one of the...

Amy Rowlinson
Jan 242 min read
Focus on Generations
We are currently living in a unique era where five generations co-exist in the workforce, each bringing their own perspectives, skills...

Amy Rowlinson
Jan 172 min read
Focus on Delegation
How often do you know exactly what you should do, yet fail to follow your own advice? I’ve been ignoring my own wisdom for over four...

Amy Rowlinson
Jan 102 min read
Focus on Asking
While away in America celebrating my 50th birthday Jon and I spent the last few days of our trip in Boston so I decided to reach out to...

Amy Rowlinson
Jan 32 min read
Focus on Thoughtfulness
Throughout his life, my grandfather George wrote to people who inspired him, often receiving wonderful typed or handwritten responses...

Amy Rowlinson
Dec 27, 20242 min read
Focus on Reframing
How can a simple shift in language can transform how you feel? Â Reframing is a transformative tool that allows you to see challenges,...

Amy Rowlinson
Dec 26, 20242 min read
Focus on Research
Knowing how I consider scientific research on purpose significant to use in my work, my book editor Beverley Glick excitedly shared a...

Amy Rowlinson
Dec 20, 20242 min read
Focus on Presents
What makes a perfect gift? I believe it's when you give someone more than just an item; something that is an expression of...

Amy Rowlinson
Dec 13, 20241 min read
Focus on Experimentation
As highlighted in the January-February 2025 HBR magazine article 'Want Your Company to Get Better at Experimentation?' , Â experimentation...

Amy Rowlinson
Dec 6, 20242 min read
Focus on Gatherings
I’m still away in the States but we head back home tomorrow evening after running our first US parkrun on the outskirts of Boston. In...

Amy Rowlinson
Nov 29, 20242 min read
Focus on Fifty
Tomorrow, on St. Andrew's Day, I turn 50 and it feels like a wake-up call in the best possible way. It’s not just another birthday; it’s...

Amy Rowlinson
Nov 22, 20242 min read
Focus on Wild
This week's podcast episode with Jen Le Marinel ( 434 Wild Wisdom ) sparked off a thought about the concept of 'wild' and how she used it...

Amy Rowlinson
Nov 15, 20242 min read
Focus on Resets
In this week’s podcast interview with Tracy Irwin she shared how she’s on the brink of a new chapter in her life as she enters into a...

Amy Rowlinson
Nov 8, 20241 min read
Focus on Chaos
In chaotic times, your purpose becomes an anchor, grounding you when life feels uncertain and overwhelming. Chaos challenges your...

Amy Rowlinson
Nov 1, 20242 min read
Focus on Common Treasures
What a week! Launching a book isn’t something you experience every day, so I knew Tuesday would be memorable however I couldn’t have...

Amy Rowlinson
Oct 25, 20243 min read
Focus on Controllables
Happy Publication Day to me! Happy Publication Day to me! Happy Publication Day to mee-ee! Happy Publication Day to me! Â Or is it? Â ...

Amy Rowlinson
Oct 18, 20241 min read
Focus on World Values Day
Yesterday marked World Values Day , an annual event aimed at raising awareness and promoting the practice of values globally. This year’s...

Amy Rowlinson
Oct 11, 20241 min read
Focus on Thrutopia
Have you heard of thrutopia? I hadn’t either until this week’s guest, Manda Scott , introduced me to the concept. Thrutopia bridges the...

Amy Rowlinson
Oct 4, 20242 min read
Focus on Feedback
Feedback can be both empowering and intimidating. A fear of feedback can hold you back, preventing you from starting or finishing...
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