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3 Behaviours Every Healthcare Leader Needs to Make Change Stick

Newsletter · 31 March 2026

3 Behaviours Every Healthcare Leader Needs to Make Change Stick

Our March 2026 newsletter explores what makes change stick in healthcare, and why most approaches fall short.

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96% More Ready to Act When Patient Safety Is at Risk

Newsletter · 10 February 2026

96% More Ready to Act When Patient Safety Is at Risk

Our February 2026 newsletter explores the everyday behaviours that protect patient safety. Plus: free board-level webinar and 2026 cohort registration.

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Keeping Great People in the NHS

Newsletter · 11 November 2025

Keeping Great People in the NHS

When leaders ask genuine questions and create psychological safety, teams stay longer. Read our November newsletter for evidence-backed retention tools.

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When Courage Leads, Safety Follows

Newsletter · 21 October 2025

When Courage Leads, Safety Follows

Our latest newsletter explores how courageous leadership and psychological safety work together. Read NHS reflections, practical tools for brave conversations, and a research spotl…

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Leadership in Action: Braver than Before and Martha’s Rule

Newsletter · 11 September 2025

Leadership in Action: Braver than Before and Martha’s Rule

Commissioners share how Braver than Before® boosts speaking up, retention, and patient safety across NHS Trusts.

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Why Braver than Before Matters: NHS Commissioner Voices

Newsletter · 20 August 2025

Why Braver than Before Matters: NHS Commissioner Voices

Commissioners share how Braver than Before® boosts speaking up, retention, and patient safety across NHS Trusts.

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Speaking Up Starts at the Top – Inspiring 100 NHS Leaders

Newsletter · 12 June 2025

Speaking Up Starts at the Top – Inspiring 100 NHS Leaders

Over 100 NHS leaders explored how courage and honesty can transform conversations at Humber Health Partnership’s Top 100 Leaders Conference.

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Winner of Workforce and Wellbeing Initiative of the Year

Newsletter · 27 March 2025

Winner of Workforce and Wellbeing Initiative of the Year

Braver than Before® wins national recognition for transforming NHS wellbeing—discover what makes this courageous leadership programme award-winning.

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Upcoming Webinars for Healthcare Leaders

Newsletter · 13 March 2025

Upcoming Webinars for Healthcare Leaders

Discover two free webinars designed to help senior NHS leaders overcome perfectionism, prioritise self-care, and lead with greater courage and compassion.

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Transforming Wellbeing in the NHS

Newsletter · 27 February 2025

Transforming Wellbeing in the NHS

Learn how Braver than Before® is redefining wellbeing in the NHS—helping staff build confidence, reduce burnout, and lead with renewed energy and purpose.

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Finding Your Voice: The Power of Speaking Up in Leadership

Newsletter · 13 February 2025

Finding Your Voice: The Power of Speaking Up in Leadership

Discover how healthcare leaders are finding the courage to speak up, transforming team culture and confidence through the Braver than Before® programme.

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Bravery Over Burnout

Newsletter · 16 January 2025

Bravery Over Burnout

Practical strategies to maintain resilience during the challenging winter months, including boundary-setting tools, leadership insights, and free resources to support your wellbeing.

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Best Educational and Wellbeing Programme for the NHS

Newsletter · 16 December 2024

Best Educational and Wellbeing Programme for the NHS

Discover how The Bravest Path’s award-nominated leadership programme is transforming NHS education and wellbeing with courage, compassion, and measurable results.

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Speaking Courage: Shaping NHS Conferences with Bold Ideas

Newsletter · 26 November 2024

Speaking Courage: Shaping NHS Conferences with Bold Ideas

Explore how bold ideas and courageous leadership are transforming NHS conferences. This edition highlights how compassionate and innovative leadership can make a real impact in hea…

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CPD Underspend? Invest in the Skills that Matter Most

Newsletter · 14 November 2024

CPD Underspend? Invest in the Skills that Matter Most

Learn how to maximise your team's potential and foster a culture of courageous leadership.

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Driving Change and Innovation Within Your Trust

Newsletter · 16 October 2024

Driving Change and Innovation Within Your Trust

Discover how our Braver than Before® programme is empowering clinicians and staff across the NHS to take smart risks, recover from failures, and persevere even when the initial res…

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The Courage to Speak Up

Newsletter · 02 October 2024

The Courage to Speak Up

Sign up for our free event designed to help clinicians and staff across the NHS overcome the barriers that often prevent open and accountable communication.

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How to Master the Art of Saying “No”

Newsletter · 24 September 2024

How to Master the Art of Saying “No”

Whether you're trying to protect your time, energy, or mental well-being, this article series on ‘The Art of Saying No’ will guide you through how to set boundaries with confidence…

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Top Tips for Fostering Psychological Safety

Newsletter · 02 July 2024

Top Tips for Fostering Psychological Safety

Learn about proven strategies to build trust and boost performance in your organisation.

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Speaking Up Stories: Empowering Voices and Transforming Conversations

Newsletter · 12 June 2024

Speaking Up Stories: Empowering Voices and Transforming Conversations

Discover how our Braver than Before® programme is empowering voices and transforming conversations in various healthcare settings.

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Case Study: Braver Than Before in Mersey and West Lancs NHS Trust

Newsletter · 22 May 2024

Case Study: Braver Than Before in Mersey and West Lancs NHS Trust

Discover how Mersey and West Lancashire NHS Trust's journey with Braver than Before® highlights the power of investing in early career talent.

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The Proven Impact of Empathy on Patient Outcomes

Newsletter · 25 April 2024

The Proven Impact of Empathy on Patient Outcomes

Discover how empathy from clinicians is making a significant difference in patient care outcomes, particularly for those managing chronic conditions.

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Clinician Leadership at Every Level

Newsletter · 17 April 2024

Clinician Leadership at Every Level

Discover Ajina's inspiring journey from self-doubt to confident leadership in the healthcare sector, and learn how our Braver Than Before® programme could ignite your potential to…

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Making the Most of Your CPD Investment

Newsletter · 12 March 2024

Making the Most of Your CPD Investment

Learn about a 4 month virtual programme that promises groundbreaking development at a cost lower than your annual CPD budget per person, revolutionising retention and communication…

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Once Simple Action to Increase Retention

Newsletter · 05 March 2024

Once Simple Action to Increase Retention

Discover one simple action which can have a very powerful, positive impact on staff retention.

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3 Ways to Boost Empathy & Empowerment at Work

Newsletter · 20 February 2024

3 Ways to Boost Empathy & Empowerment at Work

Developing empathy is essential for empowering leadership. We reveal 3 ways to boost empathy and empowerment in the workplace.

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Skill Up to Speak Up

Newsletter · 06 February 2024

Skill Up to Speak Up

Find your voice, speak your truth. Learn how Braver Than Before® equips clinicians with the skills to speak up with clarity and compassion.

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Increasing Patient Safety through Self-Compassion

Newsletter · 25 January 2024

Increasing Patient Safety through Self-Compassion

Discover how to reduce burnout, improve team collaboration, and increase patient safety.

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Maximising Your CPD Budget

Newsletter · 18 January 2024

Maximising Your CPD Budget

Learn more about the inclusive, affordable development which increases retention, speaking up and clinician wellbeing.

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Could This Be the Bravest Year Yet for Your Clinicians?

Newsletter · 15 December 2023

Could This Be the Bravest Year Yet for Your Clinicians?

Applications open now for bursary places on the groundbreaking clinician development programme Braver than Before®.

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What Helps Increase Retention?

Newsletter · 29 November 2023

What Helps Increase Retention?

In the face of quiet quitting and the pressures of healthcare environments, clinicians frequently depart, affecting both patient care and team cohesion. How might we boost retentio…

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What Can You Do to Help People Speak Up?

Newsletter · 14 November 2023

What Can You Do to Help People Speak Up?

How can NHS Trusts create “healthy and supporting cultures where everyone feels safe to speak up”?

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How to Quieten the Voices in Your Head

Newsletter · 07 November 2023

How to Quieten the Voices in Your Head

Do you ever hear voices in your head? Our inner critic’s or saboteur’s role is to keep us safe, but what it tells us is rarely accurate! Read about effective strategies for quieten…

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A Case Study in Courage & Compassion at Great Ormond Street Hospital

Newsletter · 03 October 2023

A Case Study in Courage & Compassion at Great Ormond Street Hospital

Learn how senior leaders from GOSH engaged in our courage-building programme to develop the skills required to practice greater empathy, lean into difficult conversations, practice…

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Can Bravery Build Retention in the NHS?

Newsletter · 01 August 2023

Can Bravery Build Retention in the NHS?

Retention is a major ongoing concern in the NHS. What is within your power right now to action and reduce your retention risk?

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Women Leaders - Connected by Courage

Newsletter · 07 July 2023

Women Leaders - Connected by Courage

Courage plays a pivotal role in the growth of any individual, but it holds particular significance for women due to the societal and cultural expectations they often navigate.

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