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Why you feel stuck even with a plan: the neuroscience of motivation
Discover the neuroscience of motivation and how dopamine impacts your progress.
Beyond your job: how to separate identity from social impact work
Is your job your whole identity? Unpack work enmeshment, its effects, and five actionable steps to redefine who you are beyond your career.
Are your teams’ inner skills the missing link to achieve the SDGs?
Discover how cultivating inner skills can help you and your team drive sustainable progress and achieve the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Take the quiz to assess your Inner Development Skills (IDG) strength, and learn how you can use the framework with your team.
The hidden difference between confidence and self-belief (and why it matters for your career)
Unsure if you lack confidence or self-belief? Learn the key distinction and how to thrive in your career.
Webinar: Mastering the art of LinkedIn and virtual networking
One of my current coaching clients set her coaching goal to consistently ‘step out of her comfort zone’ and dance with that fear and uncertainty that comes with it.
How to make the right decision?
Unlock effective decision-making with seven thought experiments, navigating life's complexities with clarity and confidence. From weighing pros and cons to envisioning scenarios and tuning into bodily sensations, each approach offers unique insights. Embrace these exercises to shape the path forward authentically and with purpose.
Webinar: How to develop a portfolio career
One of my current coaching clients set her coaching goal to consistently ‘step out of her comfort zone’ and dance with that fear and uncertainty that comes with it.
Are you less self-aware than you think?
Surprisingly, only 10%–15% truly possess self-awareness.
Tips:
1. Dual Dimensions: Internal and external awareness matter.
2. Learn from Feedback: Avoid false confidence.
3. Ask 'What' Questions: For productive reflection.
Enhance self-awareness:
1. Balance Awareness
2. Seek Feedback
3. Question Wisely
Embrace growth and understanding.
5 powerful reflection questions for daily practice
Transform your life with daily reflective practice. Use powerful reflection questions to gain self-awareness & regulate emotions. Start today.
Podcast: Can Do Coffee Chat with Gail Gibson
The importance of openness, curiosity and adventure in leading into a successful international life were the topics of my interview on “The Can Do Way” podcast.
Webinar: How to balance personal well-being with self-less work
One of my current coaching clients set her coaching goal to consistently ‘step out of her comfort zone’ and dance with that fear and uncertainty that comes with it.
How to overcome climate anxiety.
Amidst global crises, from pandemic waste to climate disasters, feelings of powerlessness and guilt pervade. Personal efforts like using reusable items seem insufficient. Yet, a Lancet study shows we're not alone in eco-anxiety. As COP26 speeches resonate with shared frustration, prioritizing what's within our control, self-care, and seeking support are crucial for fostering change amidst chaos.
No one is spared from having a bad day.
And the statistics are mind-boggling. According to the World Mental Health Foundation, 75% to 95% of people with mental disorders in low- and middle-income countries cannot access mental health services at all.
How you can improve your mindset
Embark on a journey of self-improvement through swimming. Learn the transformative power of mindset with insights on determination, growth, patience, consistency, and visualization. Discover parallels between mastering strokes and life's challenges. Dive into motivations, beliefs, and practices for clarity and purpose. Embrace change, one stroke at a time, in the pool and beyond.
What we can all learn from Simone Biles about boundaries
Simone Biles' choice to prioritize her well-being amid public scrutiny highlights the importance of setting boundaries. As professionals facing pressures, we can learn from her example, asserting boundaries for balance and mental health. Biles' courage encourages us to prioritize self-care, even in the face of judgment.