Using Your Emotional Intelligence

Using Your Emotional Intelligence

Feb 25, 2023 | Professional Coaching

“There are certain qualities required to be a successful salesperson, of which you have none’.Those were the first words that I was greeted with by my first sales manager on the first day of starting my new job in sales.It was the mid 80’s and he really did not like...
What Is Personal Development?

What Is Personal Development?

Jan 23, 2023 | Professional Coaching

I can see why some people are switched off by the term. It’s used by some to express some elite or highbrow activity. In reality, it isn’t.Taking driving lessons, learning to dance, learning how to use Microsoft Excel or attending relationship counselling are all...
Over 50’s In The Workplace

Over 50’s In The Workplace

Dec 18, 2022 | Professional Coaching

When I transitioned into the role of a career coach a few years ago, my main area of speciality was career advance and development for those over 50 years old. That was because I was one and had I known that there was a ‘me’ available, I may have saved...

Our Words Have Power – Wield Them Wisely.

Nov 10, 2022 | Professional Coaching

Words that we use are important. The things we say have impact, both positive and negative. We all have a responsibility to ensure that we demonstrate a level of EQ to communicate more effectively. Managing your emotions is, effectively, helping people to manage...
You Decide How You Feel.

You Decide How You Feel.

Oct 23, 2022 | Professional Coaching

Telling people what and how to feel is often pointless. Giving people the tools to better manage emotions and feelings can be more effective. Many people have worries now. Those worries lead to negative feelings like fear, anxiety, anger and panic. But worry is hard...
A New Era – Mindset Matters

A New Era – Mindset Matters

Oct 16, 2022 | Professional Coaching

I have been a little quiet of late on social media, particularly with the Improving Performance website. I shouldn’t allow distractions to take me off course, but sometimes stuff happens. We have moved home but not quite gotten to the end zone. Building regs,...