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Ever Feel Like You Should Have Achieved More in Your Career by Now?

Ever feel like you should have achieved more in your career? Paul David Mather

Recently I shared my career autobiography on LinkedIn, with all its ups and downs. Many said you want to try it for yourself. Here’s why it’s helpful to reframe your career failures as valuable experience. Followed by a simple guide how to write your mini career bio. And finally, my own as an example…

Being Shot At Isn’t The Most Stressful Thing I’ve Experienced

Paul David Mather leading soldiers in Afghanistan

Hearing I was a British Army officer in Afghanistan, people often say: “wow, you were so brave!” I appreciate the sentiment, but I beg to differ. I wasn’t brave. I was well-trained, motivated by a clear mission, and supported to achieve it. You can reduce stress in your organisation by becoming a better leader…

The Most Important Leadership Lessons I Learnt At Deliveroo

Leadership lessons from Deliveroo by Paul David Mather

I reflected this week on my personal leadership principles. Then I remembered my “3 life-changing leadership lessons” from Deliveroo. I shared them with the company when I left in 2019, having joined as employee number 15ish 5 years prior…

The Best Career Advice For Military Veterans Entering Startup Operations

Transitioning from the Armed Forces to “civvie street” pushes you out of your comfort zone – I know from experience. These days there’s an abundance of free advice and resources available to help service leavers navigate the plethora of civilian jobs on offer. But if, as I did, you want to explore a career off the beaten path – like in the world of startups – it can be more challenging to find useful guidance. How do military operations translate to civvie street?

I spoke to three former military officers from the British Army, the Royal Navy and the Royal Air Force (learn about them below). Since hanging up their boots, they’ve each pursued unique and fulfilling careers in the startup space. I asked them what they’ve learned from making that bold career change – good and bad, about startups and the military – and what advice they’d give someone looking to follow in their footsteps.

Pay Transparency: The Truth About Fair Pay

Fair pay and pay transparency: good for business?

Pay transparency remains a taboo subject for many – employees and employers alike. But why? Here’s my take on why pay secrecy is bad for business. And how to achieve fair pay, transparently.