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Politics and Values

Would all of us benefit from understanding that the way we see the world is not necessarily the only, or indeed, the best way? David Hession, Head of Impact Measurement and Research at LIFT Ireland explores this question.

The Power of the Media

David Hession, Head of Impact Measurement and Research at LIFT Ireland meditates on the power of the media and their role in leading.

Cultural Change is Hard

David Hession, Head of Impact Measurement and Research analyses the process cultural change in organisations. Changing attitudes and behaviours must be done in a slow and individualised way. It won’t succeed through demands from the top – people must buy into it.

LIFT Partner Story – Mobility Mojo

We asked LIFT partner Mobility Mojo about the value of LIFT for their organisation. We’re extremely proud to partner with this award-winning organisation. “LIFT is a natural fit for our company with simplicity and a focus on improving the world at the heart of it”.

NUI Galway becomes first third-level institution to commit to “campus-wide” promotion of leadership skills in partnership with LIFT Ireland

LIFT Ireland and NUI Galway announce the first partnership in Ireland aimed at building leadership skills across a third-level institution. The partnership will be officially announced by Professor Ciarán Ó hOgartaigh, President of NUI Galway, and Joanne Hession, CEO and Founder of LIFT Ireland.

David’s Diary: The Hidden Leader

David Hession, Head of Research and Impact Measurement at LIFT Ireland, discusses the findings of the LIFT Leadership Index 2021 and what it tells us about Irish society.

David’s Diary: A Covid Christmas

Ahead of Christmas co-founder of LIFT, David Hession, reflects on the delicacy of our lives and on Christmas as time of hope.

David’s Diary: A Peculiarly Irish Festival

This week co-founder of LIFT, David Hession, explores what Samhain means to our country… “It was a time when the boundaries between light and dark are at their weakest, when the physical and supernatural worlds were closest and magical things could happen. It was a time of crossing over, between the world of the living and the worlds of the Aos Sidhe and the dead. It was a time when we were aware that there was more to our existence than we could see.”

David’s Diary: The Journey Towards Growth

This week co-founder of LIFT, David Hession, examines our personal responsibility for growth… “Growth cannot be given to us or done by someone else for us. While we can lean on others and learn from others, our growth is uniquely ours.”

Irish Examiner: Joanne Hession Gives Her Take on “Golfgate”

“Recent events demonstrate a leadership, integrity and trust vacuum at the heart of Irish politics that must be addressed or society will continue to suffer” writes Joanne Hession.

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Pete Smyth, Broadlake

"The LIFT team have a vision to bring out the leadership potential in all Irish people. In Broadlake we see first hand the potential of Irish leaders globally when they have the right supports. The vision of Ireland being famous for it leaders is exciting and achievable. That’s why we are helping LIFT."

Pete Smyth, Chief Executive Officer, Broadlake

Catherine Moroney, AIB

"LIFT is an accessible initiative for everyone from business to education and sports and it is inter generational. LIFT's core purpose is to facilitate conversations that encourage and foster core values that can help shape Ireland's sustainable future. All decisions are made through the filter of our Values and LIFT initiative will collectively raise our awareness of those filters for sustainable decision making."

Catherine Moroney, Head of Business Banking, AIB

Chupi Sweetman, Chupi

"There is a tremendous opportunity to build a better, brighter and kinder future, not an old Ireland built on prejudice but a new Ireland built on strength. We are delighted to be a Founding Partner of Lift Ireland"

Chupi Sweetnam, Founder, Chupi

Sonya Lennon, Dress For Success Dublin

"Dress for Success is an organisation that empowers women to succeed in sustainable careers. We understand that LIFT is a vital piece of the puzzle. Fostering good values in our society now and for the future will make Ireland a better place to live and work"

Sonya Lennon, Founder, Dress For Success Dublin