In today's ever-evolving job market, it is more important than ever to maintain a competitive edge. With rapidly advancing technologies and shifting workplace trends, the skillset required for success is continually changing. It's here that a career coach comes into play. Career coaches serve as your personalized career consultants, providing you with the tools and [...]
In my mid 30’s, I decided to make a significant career change, completely changing direction, almost starting again from the bottom in a new industry. It was an exhilarating but challenging decision. Whether you're feeling unfulfilled in your current profession or seeking new opportunities, making a successful transition requires careful consideration and planning. Switching careers can [...]
Our world is allowing us to become more and more disconnected from each other. In Japan they call this ‘hikikomori’ (derived from the verb hiki “to withdraw” and komori “to be inside”) which was coined in 1998 by Japanese psychiatrist Professor Tamaki Saito. The technology, pace and complexity of the world is increasing at a [...]
I sometimes ponder this question, especially when I’m working with someone who is taking up a leadership role or a role where they need to engage or influence others. All our personalities carry our unique quirks, preferences, filters, triggers etc - some more extreme than others. Whilst we may accept this in ourselves and [...]
There is nothing more frustrating than seeing a great team member promoted for their outstanding technical skills but fail to develop their interpersonal skills and underperform in their new role. We see it every day. Sometimes it presents itself in different formats, it’s a promotion that isn’t working out, it’s a change in [...]
We take so much for granted these days when it comes to communication - we do so much of it that we have lost some of its goals and objectives almost accepting that’s the way it is. When I was at school, I was taught the “basic communications model”, I’m sure you’ll remember it: [...]
I was speaking to a candidate the other day and listening to the story as to why they’d like to change jobs. Their story went something like this: “the culture has changed somewhat, and my new boss has a style of working that just doesn’t sit right with me, our values seem to be [...]
What do you want to be and why? What do you want to be when you grow up? The universal question we were all asked or have asked ourselves. I think it all comes down to SIX things: Time Focus Fit (personality, values, behaviour) Opportunity Passion Goals We are all unique in some [...]
Executives are continually looking for personal and career growth, looking for the next opportunity. However sometimes their vast experience, knowledge or past roles can actually get in the way of successfully transitioning to their next role. Here are some of the common mistakes executives can avoid to ensure they continue to grow and develop in [...]
Every time we buy a new appliance or a piece of equipment, it comes with a manual. The more complex the gear, the more extensive the manual. Now days, not only do you have a manual, but you have access to a huge amount of information on social media adding to the richness of information [...]
Dr Susan Roberts says: