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Practical, people-first leadership advice from VB&A – helping leaders turn everyday conversations into powerful tools for engagement, growth, and performance.

VB&A Founder Victoria explores why kindness in leadership is not a weakness but a strength, and how combining kindness with clarity transforms communication. Discover practical steps to lead with empathy, deliver feedback with impact, and inspire your team to thrive.

Discover practical tips to find, structure, and sustain successful mentoring relationships that truly support your career growth.

In this article, Victoria explores why trust and empowerment are essential leadership behaviours, not optional extras. She shares the impact these qualities have on individuals, teams, and organisations, and offers practical actions for leaders who want to build a culture where people truly thrive.

If you’ve been told to ‘show more executive presence’ but you’re not quite sure what that means or how to do it, this guide is for you.

In this article Victoria makes the case for coaching as a core part of any emerging talent strategy, not a luxury. She shares why personalised, embedded development is what today’s talent really needs, and how organisations can use coaching to drive growth, retention, and real behavioural change.

A practical guide for leaders who want to use mid-year reflection to drive personal growth, empower their teams, and add more value to their organisation.

A practical guide for senior leaders to mentor with clarity, impact, and healthy boundaries.

In this article Victoria shares why leadership development is essential for every organisation, regardless of size, and how practical, tailored approaches can drive performance, engagement, and long-term growth.