My friend and I were chatting as we walked. One of the things that came up was how coaching helps me ditch my inner people pleaser. People pleasing is a common trait among many individuals, and while it may seem like a positive attribute, it can have negative consequences in the long run. I am … Read more
One of my clients said something to me last week which I found really intriguing: ‘Why can’t we turn up to work as our whole selves?’ In the context of the conversation, it was about how we are expected to work as though we aren’t parents and parent as though we don’t work. Being a … Read more
Why does feel hard to slow down? Over the last few weeks, I have been exploring this question. Particularly wrestling with why I find it hard to slow down. In fact, I was going to write a blog post on how to slow down – but I have already done one on that. Also on … Read more
A couple of weeks ago I did an article on how to choose a career coach and I wanted to do a follow-up on the results you can expect from working with a career coach and whether or not it’s the right choice for you to help you reach your career goals. If you’re dissatisfied … Read more
You might be considering some coaching, perhaps to find a new job, to help you transition through a big change or maybe to help you build your confidence. If you have never had any coaching it can feel a little daunting, so I wanted to share with you my tips on how to choose a … Read more