Whether it’s the time of year or the time of life but I am becoming increasingly tired of B***S**T, whether it comes from politicians, media people, sportsmen or the proliferation of dental “experts” feeding on the fear initiated by those from the acronym farms CQC, GDC, etc. More and more I am reflecting on theContinue reading “The Weekend Read – 9 Things Successful People Do Differently by Heidi Grant Halvorsen”
Category Archives: Coaching
“Authentic leadership needs skill to succeed”
Nice article from Andrew Hill in the FT. As a coach I spend time encouraging clients to discover their authentic selves, however as with all things particularly when politicians or salespeople get involved the word can become devalued. Here’s the link http://www.ft.com/cms/s/0/508107a2-5ed9-11e1-a04d-00144feabdc0.html#ixzz1nls2hKFE Brings to mind the quote from Jean Giraudoux “The secret of success isContinue reading ““Authentic leadership needs skill to succeed””
Practice Managers’ Retreat
A review of the Retreat held in Wydale Hall recently – to reserve your place on the next retreat go Joanna Taylor’s website. Practice Managers’ Retreat Wow, what an amazing two days! Wydale Hall in North Yorkshire is a beautiful 18th century country house set in 14 acres of gardens and woodlands. It is theContinue reading “Practice Managers’ Retreat”
The Power of Words
I am indebted to Marc Cooper for introducing me to this film. Marc will be in the UK on May 12th & 13th to run a course on “Ownership and Leadership” at 38 Devonshire Place. Take a look at Marc’s website here and the details of this and other seminars here. Unfortunately I can’t joinContinue reading “The Power of Words”
Two cardinal rules for success.
First – never believe your own publicity or hype. Second – never count your chickens before they hatch / spend the profit before it’s in the bank / celebrate until you cross the line.
Once a day – Three things to do today – and every day – for a more productive work life.
From the Business Link website. I spent a long session with my coach yesterday morning discussing daily effectiveness, how to improve it, how to maintain it, how to acknowledge when you have had a good day and how to learn from those days when you have not been as effective as you would have wished.Continue reading “Once a day – Three things to do today – and every day – for a more productive work life.”
Work v Life – from Hugh MacCleod
With apologies to all my sincere friends, no offence meant. If you take yourself so seriously that you can’t cope with even the slightest hint of criticism then you really ought to get out more (or find yourself a life coach). I dislike the phrase “Work Life Balance”; it co-exists in that unreal world ofContinue reading “Work v Life – from Hugh MacCleod”
Make the most of staff appraisals
From Pitt, Godden & Taylor’s website Make the most of staff appraisals It is important to hold regular staff appraisals even if you have just one employee. They do not have to be intimidating or formal affairs, but they do have to be clear and well thought-out. Ideally, staff should be appraised every six months.Continue reading “Make the most of staff appraisals”
Kathy Kolbe and Dr. Pierre Balthazard Reveal Brain Research and Kolbe Wisdom
I have just returned from a sensational few days at the Kolbe Professional Growth Seminar, all consultants have to be re-certified by the staff at HQ every 18 months and I look forward to my trips to Phoenix Arizona to meet up with the fellow users of Kolbe Wisdom. I have been a Consultant sinceContinue reading “Kathy Kolbe and Dr. Pierre Balthazard Reveal Brain Research and Kolbe Wisdom”
RSA Animate – Drive: The surprising truth about what motivates us
To go hand in hand with his book Drive, here’s the animated lecture from Dan Pink to watch it click here. Think you know what motivates everybody? Think again.
The Incisal Edge 