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RATHER like the queue at a bus stop – there comes a time when people want to get on. Of course, in life, there’s no need to climb aboard public transport to get yourself moving forward, rather, you can decide which direction to take and then set about doing it yourself. How? By first assessing…… Continue Reading
Time to Read – 4 Minutes I had the privilege of chairing our first, to be annual, Coaching in a Corporate Environment seminar in Woking last week, and what an event it proved to be. 64 corporate leaders from companies including Manheim Car Auctions, GKN, Kentucky Fried Chicken, Sega, Waitrose, HSBC and Ford Retail participated…… Continue Reading
HELPING change young lives. There couldn’t really be a more powerful slogan than that and The Prince’s Trust is a youth charity that does just what it says on the tin. It is an organisation that motivates, encourages and gives confidence to those aged between 14 and 30 who have struggled at school, have been…… Continue Reading
WANT to be a more effective coach? Then make sure you book yourself on Naked Leader’s ‘Coaching in a Corporate Environment’ seminar in Woking on October 4th. Check it out, here.… Continue Reading
WHEN running a seminar, dress as an obvious expert. Have presence. Choose your clothes carefully; you don’t want to be dressed as though you are ready to do some gardening. Be well groomed. (Extract from The Naked Millionaire)… Continue Reading
THERE will always be a need for a coach – and before you ask, no I don’t mean a luxury 52-seater with tables and bathroom facilities. In business coaching is a one-to-one, on-the-job approach by managers and trainers to help people develop their skills and levels of competence. It can also involve group learning –…… Continue Reading
WHAT makes a good manager? That is the question posed by the Happiness at Work Index and it was revealed that those who lead by example are vital in keeping staff satisfied in difficult trading times. More than half of those surveyed said that they thought this was the most important quality in a manager…… Continue Reading
IS your company the real deal? Is there an authenticity within its structure which nurtures trust, openness and integrity? Or are there barriers prohibiting the company’s participation in the areas that really matter – really matter – such as Corporate, Social and World responsibility? Naked Leader founder and Honorary Professor of Leadership at Warwick University…… Continue Reading
THAT saying ‘treat others how you would expect to be treated’ comes into play when you are chairing a meeting. Interpersonal skills are the key to making it a success and participants need to be given respect and consideration. That doesn’t mean it has to be like a friendly chat between mates! Be business like,…… Continue Reading
WHEN telling people your message make sure you deliver it with a KISS. Yes, you may want to add a little love and affection to your audience, although Keeping It Short and Simple is the key here. With me so far? Excellent. KISS is an easy acronym to remember. And the intimation is clear. Short…… Continue Reading