Being Matters is a collaborative volume that explores the transformative power of being as the foundation for meaningful change. Bringing together insights from leaders across diverse fields such as team development, coaching, psychology, academia, entrepreneurship and women’s leadership, the book highlights how the quality of our inner state shapes the way we lead, collaborate, and create outcomes.

In a world focused on changing behaviour to improve results, Being Matters offers a deeper perspective: behaviour change alone is not enough. True transformation begins beneath the surface, in the beliefs, awareness, and ways of being that drive our actions. Much like caring for the roots of a tree rather than only watering its leaves, sustainable change requires attention to the deeper foundations from which behaviour emerges.

Jacqueline’s contribution focuses on why collaborative teams are at the heart of every successful organisation. She explores one of the most common challenges leaders face for example bringing alignment to teams caught in conflict and demonstrates how unresolved disconnection can stall projects and undermine organisational success. Her chapter offers practical insight into how leaders can realign and re-engage their teams, foster trust, shared purpose, and the collective energy needed to turn projects into thriving outcomes.