As human beings, our Moods are the first layer through which we project who we are to the world. In this article, I explain how our Moods, particularly vulnerability, anxiety, fear and care, are profoundly connected to the way we participate in life, individually and collectively. It also explains why the highest achieving leaders in the world are willing to be misunderstood and even judged for sticking to their guns and being true to themselves and their vision.

Are you willing to be misunderstood in pursuit of your vision?

Have you ever provided what you thought were clear instructions to a team member only to discover that the project outcome is far removed from your original intention? How do you respond in that situation? Do you point fingers and play the victim? Or do you choose the pathway of responsibility and forgiveness? In this article, leadership facilitator and Honorary Lecturer at the University of Sydney, Dr Ehssan Sakhaee, shares effective ways of handling project breakdowns when someone else makes a...

How to deal with breakdowns in your project when someone else makes an error

When asked to do something we consider unreasonable, we naturally resist. In this article, Ontological Coach, Thrive Master Coach and facilitator Louise Smallwood addresses the common emotions or moods that arise when someone makes what we consider to be ‘an unreasonable request’ of us and shares effective methods that enable us to move forward with grace.

Being unreasonable: How to have difficult conversations and take bold action

The pursuit or expectation of perfection, which commonly stems from an unhealthy relationship with authenticity and vulnerability, is the cause of great heartache and disruption in many people’s lives. In this article, leadership coach John Williams shares a deeply personal account of his experience with the ‘Peacock Phenomenon’.

Is the Peacock Phenomenon playing a toxic role in your relationship?

It’s easy to make excuses when you don’t stay on track with your fitness. It’s even easier to make excuses when you’re dealing with the additional challenge of a disability or a difficult medical condition. The key, as well-being and effectiveness coach Wayne Stickel shows, is to take responsibility, recognise your autonomy and take ownership of your circumstances. The benefits that flow from improved health and fitness are well worth the additional effort required to stick to your goals...

Is responsibility weighing you down

A business leader can have all the qualifications in the world, but if they don't create clear communication throughout their business, their prospects of success are dim. In this article, leadership coach John Williams explains why the ability to create genuine relationships with their team is critical for leaders to generate a culture of trust within their organisation and, in so doing, ensure their people feel safe enough to report ‘their truth’.

Is dishonesty by omission getting in the way of your business performance?

It’s easy to think back to what we could have done differently when things go awry or when we shift blame outside our own actions. But blame and shame do nothing to improve or correct future situations. In this article, leadership facilitator and Honorary Lecturer at the University of Sydney, Dr. Ehssan Sakhaee, offers an effective solution to address failure and feelings of shame and blame and become empowered to make changes that facilitate future success.

Overcoming self-criticism to become more effective with your team

Do you have trouble finding the most effective staff to meet your business’s needs? Have you taken responsibility for how your business presents itself to potential skilled applicants? In this article, business consultant Anthea Stevanovic shares nine observations that are key to building a business for which people want to work and will support you in attracting a high-performing team.

Stuck finding staff? Create a business people want to work for.

As a first-time business owner, questions about how to sustainably grow your new business would no doubt be on your mind daily. Besides standard recommendations like investing in people to expand the team and ensuring the right structure, systems and tools are in place, one key ingredient is constantly overlooked: how you, as the business owner, are BEING. In this article, Markus O. Winzer reveals how the Being Profile, Being Framework and leadership coaching made all the difference for first-ti...

How to grow your business +30% as first-time business owner

The World Health Organization (WHO) reports that mental health conditions are increasing worldwide. And yet the global median of government health expenditure that goes to mental health is less than 2%. Given the limited support and the fact that mental health conditions can significantly impact all aspects of life, the saying ‘prevention is better than the cure’ has never rung truer. In this article, Wayne Stickel, a wellbeing and effectiveness coach, shares why it is just as critical to de...

New ideas in maintaining our mental health and well-being

Being part of a sales organisation as a key account, customer engagement, or customer success manager can be challenging. It requires you to balance organisational, client and partner interests while constantly looking out for opportunities to solve problems for clients and secure the next deal to grow company revenue. One key challenge is identifying where to spend the most time and effort. Another is to determine for which of your customer’s problems your organisation’s solution is a match...

How to deal with running out of time as a sales leader

It is often in the most challenging situations that we learn what we are truly made of. They also teach us the most valuable lessons. But that does not make them easy. And it can be tempting to run away or turn a blind eye to a situation we would prefer not to deal with. In this article, leadership and confidence coach Helen Robinett shares a personal case study when tough leadership decisions had to be made and she was the only one who could make them. She also explains the factors that allowed...

Doing what you know is ‘right’ instead of running away

How well do you really understand yourself? Your understanding of yourself impacts almost everything you do in life. Every decision you make and every conversation you have are impacted by how well you understand yourself. Embark on an enriching journey of self-discovery with The Being Profile Self-Discovery Course. The course will assist you in gaining clarity and a fresh perspective on how we operate as human beings. This newfound insight will transform your understanding of yourself and others.

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