Being aware of ourselves and our surroundings helps us to make conscious decisions while being authentic allows us to connect with others on a deeper level and create meaningful relationships. In this article, I’ll discuss the importance of awareness and authenticity in life and the workplace, and share some tips on how to cultivate these qualities
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Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are crucial concepts in today’s workplace. As a leader, it’s essential to understand and apply leadership coaching to DEI, as it can help create a more inclusive and equitable workplace. DEI refers to the practice of creating an environment where all individuals, regardless of their background, feel welcomed and valued. This includes individuals from diverse backgrounds in terms of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, and more. An inclusive workplace encourages diversity and promotes equity in opportunities and treatment. By creating an inclusive workplace, organizations can increase employee engagement, reduce turnover, and drive business results.
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Welcome to Episode 4 of The Coach’s Corner! In this episode, Coach Terry is joined by Sarah Fraser, MCC and owner of Happiness Express Coaching. Sarah is an accomplished leadership coach, ICF mentor, and workshop facilitator with many years of coaching experience. As a Master Certified Coach, Sarah has spent over 2500 hours coaching individuals to help them achieve their goals and has mentored many coaches in gaining their ICF credentials.
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Coaching is a powerful tool that has the ability to transform individuals’ lives in a multitude of ways. By working with a coach, people can gain clarity about their goals, identify limiting beliefs and behaviours, and develop strategies to achieve their desired outcomes. Through my work as a coach, I have had the privilege of helping many clients achieve their goals and make meaningful changes in their lives. In this article, I will share the stories of three clients whose lives were transformed through coaching.
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As we grow and evolve in our personal and professional lives, it’s crucial to continue learning and developing ourselves. This is especially true for those in the coaching industry, where keeping up with the latest techniques and trends can make all the difference in providing effective support to clients. Yesterday, I had the privilege of completing a 6-month, 125 Hours ACSTH coaching training program, a significant milestone in my coaching journey. I trained with the wonderful Luba Diasamidze with Istok Coaching
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Cross-cultural communication can be a tricky task, particularly when dealing with low-context and high-context cultures. Low-context cultures, such as the UK, rely on explicit communication, while high-context cultures, such as China, rely more on implicit communication and non-verbal cues. These differences in communication styles can often lead to misunderstandings and confusion, as seen in the examples provided.
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Soft skills refer to the people-oriented skills, such as communication, problem solving skills, important thinking and time management etc. It is not something that can be taught in academic settings. However, with few efforts, we can gain them through life experiences. Coaching, soft skills, and life skills are all critical components of personal and professional development for students and those ready to graduate. These skills not only help individuals succeed in their academic and professional careers, but they also play a vital role in their personal lives.
I’ve just completed facilitating two amazing days of an incredible educational leadership training program with the amazing team at YCIS School in Shanghai.Over two days we delved into some critical topics including leadership styles, cross-cultural communication, delegation, and more.As I reflect on the two days, I’m reminded of the many benefits that leadership training can provide for teachers and educators.Here are just a few:
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As an executive coach, I often work with clients who face a range of challenges in their professional lives. Some of the most common issues my clients have include struggling with goal setting and vision, managing their time effectively, developing their communication and leadership skills, managing stress and maintaining a healthy work-life balance, and building and leading successful teams.
Recently I have been doing a lot of work with international schools and in today’s world, having great soft skills is just as important as having a strong academic background. High schools and universities are no longer enough to get you ahead in life. Good communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills will be what set you apart from the crowd. In this article, we’ll discuss the top five soft skills that will help you to build a successful future for yourself. Read on to learn more!
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