The 23rd of December marks 10 years since Elaine Gosden started Blue Gnu.   A decade of working with brilliant people, building the business from the ground up, and learning more than she ever expected. Here are ten things Elaine has learned along the way (cos you know, if you can't do it on a ten year birthday, when can you?!): THE LESSONS Joy is non-negotiable If I'm not feeling the joy in what we're doing, none of our other values are accessible. Joy isn't a luxury; it's the foundation of...

THE CHALLENGE Epsom & Ewell Borough Council have found themselves facing unprecedented change due to local government reorganisation - change that is being imposed rather than chosen. Jackie King (CEO), leading the organisation through this upcoming transformation, recognised a critical challenge: her leadership team need to be able to not only cope with the change themselves but also lead their teams through it effectively. "We are in a time of unprecedented change due to local government...

At Blue Gnu , we’re proud to see our combined Community of Insights Discovery and Motivational Maps Practitioners  grow to over 100 members . But it’s so much more than just numbers for us - it’s about creating a supportive network of professionals who are passionate about learning, sharing, and making a difference in their organisations - sprinkled with a ton of joy! Our community thrives on connection, collaboration, and the joy of exploring new tools and approaches together. Members...