September 13, 2023
When I first trained as a coach (over 22 years ago now!) one of the absolute no-nos was to give advice. We were told that was […]
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September 6, 2023
As an ICF Master Certified Coach (MCC), Certified ICF Assessor and ICF Coach Mentor I often get asked the question “ how do I […]
August 30, 2023
If you have difficulty saying no, you are not alone! But being able to say “no” gracefully is crucial if you are to realise your […]
August 25, 2023
“One of the most painfully inauthentic ways we show up in our lives sometimes is saying “yes” when we mean “no” Brené Brown […]
March 24, 2023
As you evolve into the successful leader you know you want to be what might you be holding on to that is keeping you stuck? […]
January 27, 2023
I am passionate about Coaching and believe that every coach should be working with their own coach. Coaching can be a very powerful and transformational experience […]
December 13, 2022
The Christmas pressure is already starting to build…… It can be an exhausting time of year right now and as women we seem to experience it […]
October 4, 2022
I've found that many coaches are confused about how to apply and get their ICF credential- about what the different levels and paths are and I run a number of calls each month to take coaches through it.
Susan contacted me for one of these calls. She wanted to find out what was needed in terms of mentoring for ICF. She was keen to get a professional qualification that would increase her credibility as a coach.She had planned to embark on another ICF accredited coach training programme to give her the additional hours she thought she needed. It was going to cost her £7,000 and take a further 9 months, but it wasn't necessary for her in order to apply for her PCC credential. She could do it by a different path.
May 17, 2022
I have had a lot of enquiries recently about ICF , what it is, what does credentialing mean etc is and so I’ve put together this FAQ article to answer the most common questions.
January 19, 2021
The power of using a Success Review and a Success Diary
January 13, 2021
It’s that time of year when social media is full of articles, videos and blog posts about setting your goals and how different things will be […]
January 4, 2021
Over the years I’ve found that it really useful to take some time out to reflect on the previous few months and set intentions for the […]
December 29, 2020
A brand new year is almost here and the daylight hours are getting longer again.
As usual at this time of year thoughts turn to making New Year Resolutions.
Have you made any yet?
Because did you know that by the end of January only about 10% of people are succeeding at keeping their resolutions?
December 4, 2020
It’s Friday afternoon and the clock is ticking. You’re working furiously to complete a task before the five o’clock deadline, while silently cursing yourself for not […]
August 21, 2020
As women there are lots of things around in the workplace that hinder us as leaders, but one that isn’t often talked about is how we […]
August 13, 2020
As a woman in business…. Have you ever felt overwhelmed by all that you have to do? And everything seems too much? That you’re drowning […]
August 6, 2020
” Silence is one of the great arts of conversation” Cicero The world is made for those who step up and stand out, not […]
July 28, 2020
As a Leadership Coach who has been coaching for over 19 years I often get asked the question “ how do I choose a coach?” Coaching […]
July 23, 2020
If you are in business you are repeatedly presenting yourselves and your business – whether that’s to a new contact, a prospect, your boss, a client, a procurement team . . . whatever the situation the impact you make is down to how effectively you communicate and . . .
July 22, 2020
I’ve recently been watching some of the re-runs of the comedy show “Little Britain”, and you may or may not be a fan of it but I’m sure . . .
July 9, 2020
As you know I’m passionate about helping women leaders to get off the leadership roller coaster, to lead in a way that brings fulfillment and joy […]
July 2, 2020
Fear, anxiety, frustration, uncertainty, anger, grief, even rage…….these are emotions that many of us are feeling right now. And it’s a perfectly normal response to what’s […]
June 21, 2020
For many women leaders the Inner Critic is often around to a greater or lesser extent but what I’m noticing whilst we are in lockdown […]
April 21, 2020
Are meetings the biggest waste of time, money and energy in your company or organisation? Many businesses have had to adapt and go on-line in the […]
April 16, 2020
In these times of uncertainty, fear and pain this is a beautiful reminder that things will get better… In Maori Papatuanuku, mother earth. In Māori […]
April 10, 2020
What has Easter simnel cake got to do with giving a great presentation?
Surprisingly there are a number of similiarities and here Cath outlines what they are so you can give a successful presentation every time....
January 6, 2020
Here are 9 things you can do to own your own brilliance and share it - to STEP UP and STAND OUT.
May 10, 2019
Are you up for a challenge?
This challenge is to make a decision whilst letting go of “getting it right”......
May 10, 2019
So why are the beginning and ending so important? What most people don’t realize is that when information is presented it is remembered in the BEM sequence. […]
May 10, 2019
According to a year-long study by the Centre for Talent Innovation, leadership potential is signalled through your gravitas, your communication skills and your appearance . . .
May 10, 2019
Imagine for a moment that I give you a box.bright box with lid
It measures 30cm x 20cm x 5cm.
It is brightly coloured and has a lid which at the moment is closed.
May 10, 2019
In the present financial climate, when all seems to be doom and gloom, it may seem inevitable to dwell on mistakes, failures and the negative aspects […]
May 10, 2019
Great speakers and presenters are liked by their audiences and being likeable doesn’t only help with presenting but will help you in your job, business, relationships, and life.
What makes great speakers so likeable and so successful? And how can we do it?
May 10, 2019
How would you like to achieve much more with much less time and effort? Sounds impossible?
Well that’s what many thousands of . . .