How to avoid burnout
As a Performance Coach, I've seen many people struggle with burnout symptoms, including exhaustion, cynicism, and a decrease in productivity. Heck, I've experienced burnout myself! Burnout can be detrimental to both
Cultures that foster growth
Leaders have the power to create an environment and culture where people can thrive and feel valued. The first step is to ensure everyone has a voice and is allowed to
The seven wonders of the world
May this story serve as a gentle reminder to all of us that the things we overlook as simple and ordinary are truly wondrous - and we don't have to travel anywhere special to experience them.
Life is like a cup of coffee
The story illustrates how we can sometimes complicate life when in fact we should aim to focus on what is really important to us and those that we care for.
The donkey and the well
Life is going to shovel dirt on you, all kinds of dirt. The trick to getting out of the dirt is to shake it off and take a step up. Can you do this?
Nails in the fence
There once was a little boy who had a fearsome temper. His father gave him a bag of nails and a hammer and told him that every time he lost his temper, he must bang a nail into the back of the fence...
David v Goliath
I recently met with an MD of a business that was struggling to fulfil its potential. It was clear to me that the people who worked there were very talented but the results they were achieving were less than impressive...
Beer and rocks
The professor walked into his noisy philosophy class on the first day of the college term. Silently, he began to unpack a large bag he carried and place items in front of him on the desk...
What’s the number one emotional intelligence skill?
There are many skills to master if you want to improve your Emotional Intelligence (EQ). By far, the most important of these skills is the ability to put yourself in someone else's shoes...