Women of Impact Breakfast with Jonathan Hook, CHX Performance
Content by Amy Morris, April 25
Last week, our Women of Impact community came together for a second session focused on capacity versus capability.
Jonathan led the conversation with a framework that challenged us to look beyond traditional views of leadership. Drawing on research and lived experience, he highlighted the shift away from performance at all costs, towards a model that recognises the cognitive, emotional, and physical state of the individual. Leadership today is less about directing others and more about creating the conditions where people can do their best work — and feel well while doing it.
One of the key takeaways was the importance of self-awareness in leadership. Using the ‘Scientist of Yourself®’ model, we explored how leaders can develop a clearer understanding of their own patterns and responses — building from four core needs: attachment, certainty, autonomy, and inclusion. This foundation allows us to operate from a more stable baseline and spot when we, or our teams, are moving out of balance.
Jonathan also introduced a practical approach to monitoring emotional states and energy levels — a way of recognising in real time how capacity fluctuates, and how that links directly to performance. It was a useful reminder that capability alone isn’t enough; without capacity, we risk burnout, miscommunication, and underperformance.
To keep the conversation going, we’ve set up a LinkedIn group for the Women of Impact community. If you’d like to join, you can find us here: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13193301/. Or feel free to get in touch — I’d be happy to share more.
Amy Morris
Managing Director – UK & Europe