I want – no, demand – value when I’m taking part in continuing professional development (CPD). Possibly because I’ve been to a few events over the years that felt as if they owed me. Most memorable was the guy who announced at the start of his session, at 7.30pm, on a Friday night (yes,… Read More Make it count . . .
You may recall my recent epiphany around listening (Give in to it 05 September 2015). It was a story shared from my coaching perspective: well, you’d expect a good coach to be able to hear what you’re saying, and to listen well, wouldn’t you? Listening as a stand-alone skill, is way up there on my list… Read More Bringing them into focus . . .
Yesterday was busy. The Gas Man called to service my central heating, but decided to condemn my fire instead – please don’t tell my dog – she worships it; I packed my carry-on luggage for an impending trip abroad, and am wondering how I’m ever going to zip it up (hmm . . . where is… Read More I just know it . . .
One of the principles of assertiveness that I encourage others to adopt is . . . be honest . . . about what’s relevant. And when we’ve got the hang of being assertive, that’s usually pretty easy to do. So I might learn to feel really comfortable giving you feedback that’s about your performance, about… Read More It’s time for some honesty . . .
No. 9 in my Note to self series. Print if off, cut it out, keep it close.
A leader I know told his management team that they should be spending at least 50% of their time developing people. It was a wonderful eyebrow-raising moment. One that required more than a little reflection to take in what that really meant. 50%? That’s a huge ask. And you’re probably one step… Read More Paying attention . . .
This post isn’t political, or about rugby (well, perhaps it is just a little bit about rugby), or meant to be contentious. It’s here simply to say . . . wow, the power of being able to say what you mean! Mr Barnes had a choice, and he spoke to the captains of these two… Read More Wonderful words . . .
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