Your Talent

Why is it that people so frequently underestimate the value of their own major talents? Many seem to take for granted that because they are particularly good at something, then everyone else must similarly be good at it. So they often ignore the opportunities to help...

Polishing

For those who have met me in person, seen me speak on stage, or attended one of my events or seminars, you will be aware, I’m sure, of the importance I attach to having my shoes polished… toe-caps especially glass-like, so you really can see your reflection in them....

15 Success Myths

Isn’t it amazing how so many myths have grown up around how people become successful? Many of these myths are not so much downright wrong, as they are half-truths which are twisted and often counter-productive. These add to the view of how to be more successful, in...

Overcoming ‘Interference’

Apropos nothing, except that over the past few days, during several coaching sessions, the topic of “Interference” has arisen. Maybe it’s the time of year. For those who aren’t yet familiar with the concept of “Interference”, here’s a short resume. Most people in...

Enabling Structures

The most effective users of time do so not because they know more time management techniques than everyone else, but because they approach success from a certain perspective / mindset and they use a few key tools very well. Achieving goals relies on being focussed on...

Slaying the Energy Vampires

It seems a common problem in many workplaces to have people who are constantly complaining, whinging, sowing negative seeds… and often about the most trivial things. Being able to deal with these “Energy Vampires” is crucial. Energy is defined as “the power to do...