The power of be-have-DO

Posted on 22 June, 2011 by Paul

I was working with a client recently and no matter how I initially phrased my question on what action they wanted to take, the answer I got was: “I want to be…” or “I want to have…”

Every time I received these kinds of answers I had to remind the client that coaching is all about taking action; simply stating what you want to be or have (or feel) isn’t going to make it happen.  Only an action that you carry out will help to create your desired end result. Read more of this article »

Pet Peeves

Posted on 12 December, 2010 by Chris, Sam

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Becoming self aware doesn’t always mean that you just focus on something you excel at but  also understanding your frustrations or pet peeves. By understanding what annoys you at work or at home you can drill down into what is really bugging you. Only then can you actually do something about it, and maybe even prevent your pet peeve occurring again.

Chris and Sam cover how to identify your own pet peeves and how to turn the situation around convert problem into a solution and often how to even stop it becoming a recurring frustation.

Effective communication

Posted on 1 June, 2009 by Gina

Creating rapport
Other people are our greatest resource. Most everything you’ll ever want in life, you’ll need someone else to help you get it. From dry-cleaning to a promotion. From the fine art of sexual conjoinment, to that convertible you’ve been coveting. It takes (more than) two to tango. You can’t do it all alone. The benefits of creating and maintaining rapport with other human beings are enormous, so unless you’re a natural, it’s an essential skill worth learning.
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