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MicroAgressions - By Martha Lasley- Running on Empty - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2009 from Heidi CornelissenThe personal development industry has grown in the last number of years. More and more people are starting to understand the importance of “growing yourself in order to grow your world”. Many aspects of personal development work are designed around WHAT you want in life. You’re encouraged to ...
Views: 1005(1 vote) - Burning Issues on Coaching 1 - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2009 from Joan LaineTwo days ago, I attended an event hosted by Knowledge Resources, entitled Burning Issues on Coaching, where coaching experts Natalie Witthuhn, Director of Leadership Development Centre (LDC) at Wits Business School, and Sunny Stout Rostron, President of COMENSA and author of Business Coaching ...
Views: 1758(2 votes) - Getting my beauty sleep between emails - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2009 from Karole SutherlandIt’s been a long time since I connected to the internet via dial-up. I’m used to instantaneous page-turns and seamless navigation between websites. A recent stay in a hotel had me reminiscing about the halcyon days of dial-up while waiting for web pages to load at glacial speed. I gave up on my ...
Views: 902(2 votes) - Position Yourself For A Market Recovery - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2009 from Ted CiubaPosition yourself for a market recovery. Hey come on—don't buy into the prevailing sentiment. This is the stuff that Getty and Rockefeller talk about. When 80% of the people think everything is going to get worse and it's crashing, and there's no light at the end of the tunnel, when 80% of ...
Views: 1201(3 votes) - Top 10 Reasons to Hire a Life Coach - by Submitted on Nov 26, 2009 from Sarah RendleHiring a Life coach has been considered a short term process, usually because people are encouraged to consult a coach only when and if they have a really burning issue they have to deal with, whether it is about relationships, career, mental health, financial, weight, spiritual and more. At ...
Views: 5757(5 votes) - What's a Mental Game Coach? - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2009 from Bill ColeTiger Woods has one. So does Andre Agassi. Almost every college pro team, major league pro sports team and Olympic team has one. Virtually every pro golfer and pro tennis player has one. What do they have? A Mental Game Coach. These top sports stars are smart. They're good already. Even ...
Views: 1626(2 votes) - Bring Me A Higher Love - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2009 from Melanie DewBerryThere must be a higher love/Without it life is wasted time.” Those are the opening words to one of my favorite Steve Winwood songs. What could a higher love mean in your life — in the life of your clients? Often, during a speaking engagement, I include a potent and important word that has ...
Views: 5080(4 votes) - What Makes Peak-Performing Teams Tick? How Leaders Can Win The Mental Game Of Coaching - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2009 from Bill ColeNot all teams are created equal. Some teams clearly ARE better than others. They get more done, and with less squabbling. Still, there are instances of teams performing heroically even though they may all dislike each other. Keeping in mind there are various definitions of teams and their ...
Views: 1541(7 votes) - Vibrational Level is Everything - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2009 from Nanette GeigerThere's more to it than picturing and thinking about what you want. Ever since the movie The Secret was created, there has been a lot of interest in the Law of Attraction, and a lot of confusion. Everything is part of the same stuff - Energy. Lots of people have been left to think that all you ...
Views: 939(9 votes) - Why Hire a Coach? - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2009 from Mary Dee FreemanI’ve had several people ask me that over the years. Why should I hire a coach? I mean, do I really need one? They’re costly, they’re demanding, they’ll tell me things I don’t want to hear and they push me to do things I don’t want to do. Yes that’s all true. However, if you’re not ...
Views: 1439(2 votes) - How to Become a Work From Home Coach - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2009 from Mackenzie PearceThe first step to becoming a coach is to understand what coaching is. WHAT IS COACHING? Coaching is helping someone go from the life they have- no matter what their current circumstances- to the life they want, the life they deserve. This means that you need to understand how the human ...
Views: 2073(4 votes) - 3 Stunningly Simple Ways to Side-Step Overwhelm in Your Coaching Business - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2009 from Kathy Jo Slusher-HaasIn all the years I have been working with coaches, I’m amazed at how many of them believe it’s too hard to coach, have a business and be continually developing new material and they question whether they have what it takes to be successful. It breaks my heart because most of these folks are ...
Views: 1421(6 votes) - What's Wrong With Multitasking? - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2009 from Diana Long M.S.ACCYou may be doing something terribly wrong! Are you a person who has so much on your plate that you juggle several things all at the same time? Do you pride yourself on your multi-tasking abilities? Is this scenario familiar to you? You’re on a conference call and simultaneously scanning your ...
Views: 1434(2 votes) - Attire for Hire- Appearance in the Workplace - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2009 from Loretta CollinsThe Importance of Dressing Appropriately (and you don’t have to be less feminine to do it) First impressions can be effective OR disastrous, BUT either way they are long lasting. If a woman is dressed inappropriately, regardless if she is an excellent candidate, you can ...
Views: 5693(3 votes) - Having a Good Life: Fitness in Every Aspect with a Life Coach - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2009 from Matthew FerryAt one point or another, you will meet a very rich and seemingly successful person. It can range from real estate brokers, salesmen, executives, business owners. They seem have the power to have all the vacations they want, stuff and investments. Good life isn't it? But as you dig deeper, ...
Views: 1528(1 vote) - The Definition of Insanity - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2009 from Pamela BrunerIt's said that Albert Einstein defined insanity as 'doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results.' By that definition, most if not all of us are insane. Take a moment and consider what you are doing that you've always done that hasn't gotten you the result that you ...
Views: 1152(4 votes) - What is Fear Costing You? - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2009 from Pamela BrunerI’ve been reading a great book, ‘The Science of Fear’ by Daniel Gardner. Filled with scientific studies, the book does a brilliant job of illustrating Gardner’s idea that what we fear often makes no logical sense. Here’s the interesting part: You would think that we would fear things in ...
Views: 1011(3 votes) - Budget: A Necessary Part of a Good Business Plan - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2009 from Cheri AlguireBy Cheri Alguire With the constant bad news about the economy, everyone is talking budget these days as if it were a new and exciting phenomenon—just discovered! How to save a buck How to budget for a successful future How to make your dollar stretch the farthest The truth is that there is ...
Views: 1605(3 votes) - The Value of Coaching - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2009 from Ted CiubaI'm a talk show radio host-that's a piece of information. The question today pertains to this: “Why would anybody pay for a coach?” Well, I do want to share with you that I'm really a rather recent talk show host. I have had a show before that was broadcast on the radio, and I have been on ...
Views: 1339(1 vote) - What is Coaching? - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2009 from Kimberly ChastainRecently, I have received several emails asking me about coaching and what it is exactly. So, I decided to answer some of those questions in this article. First, of all let me start with what coaching is not. Coaching is not therapy or counseling. Therapy tends to focus on the past whereas ...
Views: 937(1 vote) - Take a Retreat To Detoxify Your Soul - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2009 from Victoria FittsMilgrimWe live in a world that is speeding up at exponential proportions. Whirling and swirling, racing on the Hamster Wheel, and continually multi-tasking are not the state human beings were meant to be in. On many levels our hormones respond to this lifestyle by continually being in an ...
Views: 1205(3 votes) - Confessions of a Success Coach: The Five Minute Stress Zapper - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2009 from Mandy BassIt was 9:25 AM Monday morning and I was waiting, phone in hand with my eyes glued to my email looking for word from my 9AM coaching client. I had been working with Roger {not his real name] for over six years. Not once had he been late or missed a call. Something was wrong. I called Roger’s ...
Views: 1669(2 votes) - 5 most common training mistakes - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2009 from Richard DennyThere are hundreds!… But here are 5 to start you off… 1.THE UNPREPARED TRAINER Have you ever been on a course where the person running it clearly hasn’t done any preparation? Watching the ‘expert‘ trying to get ready as they train is really entertaining, but a poor learning ...
Views: 2171(3 votes) - How These 5 Mindset Shifts Can Help You Start and Stay As an Entrepreneur - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2010 from Lalitha BrahmaStop blaming economy and take complete responsibility for every thought you think and action you take. However much we may try, it is impossible for us to change any one or the, circumstances. Make a commitment to stop blaming economy, people and environment. The only thing that you have ...
Views: 1651(3 votes) - Seven Steps to Eradicate Fear of the Unknown - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2009 from Lalitha BrahmaEntrepreneur, is the one who assumes the responsibility and the risk for a business operation with the expectation of making a profit. It takes courage to be an Entrepreneur. To assume the responsibility and the risk for a business operation, he needs to learn to conquer fear. Conquering fear is ...
Views: 2416(1 vote) - Youth Baseball Coaching Tips For Parents: A Precious Present - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2009 from Tom Hanson'Each time I step on the basketball court, I never know what will happen. I live for the moment. I play for the moment.' -- Michael Jordan Athletes pursue being in the zone - an optimal state of mind and body that enables them to produce their best performances. Have you ever been in the ...
Views: 1135(2 votes) - Baseball Coaching Strategies: “How to Win a National Championship” - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2009 from Tom Hanson"The essence of the game of baseball is SELF-ESTEEM vs. FEAR." Augie Garrido, head coach of 2005 Baseball National Champion Texas University My pen was flying across my notebook last January when Garrido was spilling the beans on the secrets to his success to a couple thousand coaches at ...
Views: 1156(2 votes) - Baseball Coaching Strategy: How Jeter Beats Pressure - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2009 from Tom HansonIn 2001 I was working with the Yankees trying to help young players transition from the minors to the Big Leagues. I asked Derek Jeter, "How does a young guy coming into Yankee Stadium to play for the Yankees deal with the pressure?" His answer dropped my jaw. Here's why. A year prior I ...
Views: 1179(2 votes) - Your 7 Step Coaching Plan - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2009 from Juliette RobertsonBeginning to Coach Your staff can be daunting. However you can begin to use these 7 steps in the next 24 hours and/or choose to join us as we cover all 7 steps in detail in our 7 module How To Coach Your Staff on-line training for new managers. We even give you some suggested words and ...
Views: 1640(2 votes) - The 5 Most Important Coaching Skills - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2009 from Juliette RobertsonHere are the 5 most important coaching skills you’ll need to focus on to be a great coach for your staff 1. Active Listening 2. Asking Open Questions, 3. Goal setting 4. Accountability 5. Feedback Let’s go through each of these: 1: Active Listening We think 3 times faster than ...
Views: 3922(5 votes) - Marketing Strategies: How You Can Create Your Own "Success Blueprint" - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2009 from Maya BaileyHave you often wondered how you can become even more successful? Has it ever seemed to you that you have a “glass ceiling” on your level of success? In spite of all your hard work, do you find yourself still falling short of having financial security? Do you see people climbing the ladder of ...
Views: 1356(6 votes) - Productivity Coaching - Vacation Preparation & Your Productivity - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2009 from Dave CrenshawI once overheard a business owner say that he felt more productive when he took a vacation, though not for the reasons one might expect. He explained that he worked in a whirlwind just before the vacation to make sure everything was taken care of before he left. Then, when he returned, he had to ...
Views: 996(1 vote) - WHAT’S ON MY MIND OR WHAT’S ON TV? - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2009 from Victoria FittsMilgrimWhat’s on my mind or what’s on my TV? Both! It’s the US Open and the biggest stage for worldwide tennis there is. I’m reflecting on my trip to the Open in 2001, just before 9/11 when our world changed so dramatically. That trip combined so many metaphors for life. My goal was to see great ...
Views: 1265(1 vote) - Be the Expert: The Key to Creating High Level Visibility and Attracting All the Clients You Need - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2009 from Kathy Jo Slusher-Haas“Expert? I’m no expert. Yes I’ve had training and have been doing this for a while, but I’m not an expert.” Stop right there! Many coaches have complete confidence in their coaching abilities, yet they still are unable to see themselves as experts. They say “there are others who have ...
Views: 1388(2 votes) - TCY Analytics – The De-Facto Method for Test Preparation - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2009 from Sumit JainMuch like the various National and International standardized tests, Test Preparation techniques and tools have also evolved over time. Many contemporary competitive exams have proved to the aspirants that test taking strategies of past are no longer relevant to the tests of today. Take, for ...
Views: 1428(1 vote) - Following Giant Foot Prints - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2009 from Joan LaineIs it possible to transform oneself in just 4days? Read on as I share my experience of seeing what takes place when one is in the presence of one of the most inspiring people I have met throughout my life time; Marc Steinberg*, founder of the CCI Coaching Academy. ...
Views: 1386(2 votes) - "Don't listen to your boss, listen to that voice inside your head" - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2009 from SCOTT LIFER“Don’t listen to your boss, listen to that voice inside your head” When we hit that all annoying alarm clock, suck down a few cups of caffeinated coffee, put some sugared cereal into our kids bowls and take that early morning shower, where is our mindset really? Most likely it’s not on today ...
Views: 1842(2 votes) - Evaluating the Importance of trainingSubmitted on Sep 04, 2009 from Richard DennyGood training works immediately is the claim made by us and most successful training providers. Unfortunately, there is still far too much training that does not achieve immediate results delivered by trainers reading from off the shelf generic courses. Most courses conclude with the ...
Views: 2765(2 votes) - Top 10 Tips for building a mindset of success - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2009 from Richard DennyRichard told mygoalsbuddy.com “The one thing that all successful athletes, musicians, singers and self-made millionaires and billionaires have in common is an attitude of success. They didn’t acquire this after their achievements.” 1.Expect the best: build your success attitude with a ...
Views: 1577(2 votes) - Use Personal Keywords to Magnify Your Time - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2009 from Dave CrenshawIn the next few minutes, I’m going to share with you a tip about how to better to magnify your time and make yourself more valuable in the market place. And the tip that I’d like to share with you revolves around your personal keywords. Now, you know what keywords are if you spend any time on ...
Views: 1174(1 vote) - Productiivity Coaching - Speed Kills (Your Productivity) - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2009 from Dave CrenshawHi, I’m Dave Crenshaw, author of the Myth of Multitasking and I want to share with you the principle that speed kills–not in the way that you think, although that is an important issue–but it kills your productivity. Here’s a story that happened to me not too long ago: I was speeding. I was ...
Views: 983(1 vote) - Small Business Coaching - Is It ADD or SASS? - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2009 from Dave CrenshawA previously thought incommunicable condition is spreading faster than bootlegged copies of David Archuleta's latest CD. Perhaps you yourself have noticed some of the following symptoms: * Shifting in your seat and coughing just a little too loudly during a boring meeting. * Saying ...
Views: 963(1 vote) - Productivity Coaching - Four Tips to Make Meetings More Productive - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2009 from Dave CrenshawWe all experience too many meetings in our daily work environment. Have you ever heard anyone complain that they don’t have enough meetings in their week? I certainly haven’t met anyone who wishes for more meetings or that their meetings could be longer than they already are. If that’s the case, ...
Views: 1152(1 vote) - What Is a Manager? - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2009 from Andrew BaileyIf you are working in a direct sales or a retail environment, more than likely your sales targets for the month are decided upon by someone else in the company. More than likely too, your targets would be emailed to you before the end of the month for the following month. They set the targets ...
Views: 1690(3 votes) - Simple Tips For Conducting a Successful Interview - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2009 from Andrew BaileyUnfortunately over recent years, our society has become very litigious regarding employment related issues especially ones over questions asked at a job interview. Its almost as if you cant ask anything about a candidate for fear of being taken to court. As a manager or business owner, you have ...
Views: 1904(3 votes) - A Note To Upper Management - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2009 from Andrew BaileyGet to know your lower management team. You never know when you will need them! Let me give you an example. About 10 years ago, I was working as a sales manager for a company that employed about 150 people in most states of Australia. We had a contract with a major teleco for supplying mobile ...
Views: 1960(2 votes) - Bad Smells In The Workplace - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2009 from Andrew BaileyHow many times has this happened to you….you are sitting at your desk going about your work. You look up and you notice ‘Harry’ about to walk past you. You know what you are about to cop so you take a deep breath. He says something to you and you have to respond. All you can do is mumble ...
Views: 3879(2 votes) - Imagine Yourself on the Big Screen with Neuro-Linguistics - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2009 from Kaileen SherkImagine yourself on the Big Screen Have you ever imagined what life would be like as a movie star? We all love to be entertained and live vicariously through the adventures, loves, mistakes, and conquests of our favorite heroes. A good movie is one that evokes emotion and connection to the ...
Views: 1811(1 vote) - COACHING FOR SUCCESS - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from Dr Carol McCallWhen leaders master the “art of coaching” they experience the “magic” of coaching. What is that magic, you ask? It's the phenomenon of being in the presence of the person at the moment of the discovery of his/her answers to questions that have for a longtime been elusive, discovery of his/her ...
Views: 1753(2 votes) - 4 No-Brainer Success Secrets to a Thriving Coaching Business - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2009 from Kathy Jo Slusher-HaasWhen I first started my coaching business I was like many of you. I struggled to get that next client. I labored to get in front of the right people. I networked like a fool, determined I was going to make this work. Then, I have a big “duh!” moment. I discovered 4 no-brainer secrets ...
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