Time flies when you’re having fun, or so the saying goes. For the travel industry 2020 could be described as many things; fun is probably not one of them. At times the days dragged by in a ground-hog-day-like time loop of sameness (especially during lockdown or stand down). Now it feels like we’re heading to … Read More
On a recent morning walk, my reflection time, I was contemplating my coaching practice and how I could be helping more people in this current situation, when I had an “aha” moment. In my coaching I help people to identify and work towards achieving some big goals (usually two work and one personal goal) over … Read More
I like going to meetings. I said this to a friend over coffee the other morning. We looked at each other for a few seconds, flat whites poised mid-air. Really? As we resumed our coffee drinking and chatted about this revelation, I realised that since I started my own business a few years ago my … Read More
Are you often surprised at how hard it can be to make some decisions and easy to make others? And it’s not always the significant decisions that are the hardest right? Unable to decide what to have for dinner, but found it a piece of cake earlier (not a good dinner choice by the way) … Read More
Imagine you’re planning to run a marathon, you prepare your body accordingly; building up your fitness, eating the right foods (maybe cutting back on the after work drinks) and getting a good night’s sleep the evening before the big event. However, do you ensure your brain is in peak condition before making an significant decision, … Read More
Looking at my calendar I can’t quite believe there are only five weeks remaining until we’re welcoming in another new year. As we zoom towards the end of 2017, I’m reflecting on the goals I set for the year (business and personal) and what I’ve achieved. Many have a lovely big tick of achievement, others … Read More
You should respond to every request for tender or proposal that comes your way, right? Or should you? Before committing time, resources, money and reputation it’s important to qualify the opportunity. 1. How well do you know the buyer? Do you know the company, what they do, what drives them and who the key stakeholders … Read More
There’s nothing quite like embracing winter in the comfort of a warm house overlooking a pristine beach, with snow covered mountains in the distance, a comfortable sofa and soft woolly sweater, good book and a steaming hot cup of something delicious (or a glass of red and a wedge of cheese). And when that’s combined … Read More
I’ve always been organised, taking pride in meeting deadlines, getting important tasks done, having a tidy and organised home and remembering birthdays and special events. I loved my big Day Runner planner in the 90s, taking it to every meeting, and at the beginning of each new year writing in all my family and friends’ … Read More