http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk Business Coaching Blog RSS Feed en-us http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/roi-guaranteed-effecting-transformation-and-sustaining-change-with-coaching Tue, 08 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT Is coaching a secret weapon which guarantees performance improvements? If it is, as we can prove it is, why do so many corporate boards still think of it as an indulgence, and not a commercial necessity? http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/roi-guaranteed-effecting-transformation-and-sustaining-change-with-coaching http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/to-be-or-not-to-be-the-very-best Wed, 28 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT Sometimes, when your company is not seeing as much success as quickly as you would like, a little creative visualisation can go a long way. Taking a moment to step back and re-think the situation can be hugely beneficial, enabling you to identify where you may be failing as a director. http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/to-be-or-not-to-be-the-very-best http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/groundhog-day-where-bill-murray-went-wrong Thu, 15 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT Groundhog Day is an American holiday which inspired the 1993 movie of the same name, starring Bill Murray and Andie MacDowell. Bill’s character, a weatherman, finds himself trapped in 'Groundhog Day', reliving it. Sometimes, when you arrive at your desk in the morning, you may find yourself feeling a little like Bill, with the sensation of being stuck with the same day over and over. http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/groundhog-day-where-bill-murray-went-wrong http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/eenie-meenie-miney-coach Tue, 28 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT In the corporate world, pressure is put on managers to deliver the best from their teams, contributing to the overall success of a company. In recent years, business coaching has come to light as a successful way to bring about change in the workplace. http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/eenie-meenie-miney-coach http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/dont-waste-time-with-time-management Wed, 22 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT We’ve all heard of the concept of Time Management, but how many of us would claim that we have really mastered it? http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/dont-waste-time-with-time-management http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/how-to-rekindle-the-romance-with-your-work Tue, 14 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT February is here, bringing with it the promise of romance, excitement, passion. For those stuck in stale relationships, however, this time of year acts as a difficult-to-ignore reminder that, if you’re honest with yourself, things could be better. http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/how-to-rekindle-the-romance-with-your-work http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/everyone-has-their-own-agenda--except-a-coach Wed, 14 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT I thought it would be useful to share with you this insightful article that my colleague Martin Goodyer wrote, picking up on the many reasons why every business owner or should have a coach. http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/everyone-has-their-own-agenda--except-a-coach http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/bye-bye-business-link-savvy-start-ups Wed, 31 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT With the Government's Business Link closing in November this year, aspiring entrepreneurs will lose what has proven to be a valuable source of advice and guidance. The financial turbulence experienced in recent years saw some of the largest companies in the UK closing their doors, not only leaving thousands unemployed, but also making the way clearer for new SMEs to appear. http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/bye-bye-business-link-savvy-start-ups http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/no-more-excuses-overcoming-economic-fluctuation Tue, 16 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT The cost of living is on the rise again. According to the Financial Times, 'families now need to earn at least 20 percent more than last year to achieve a minimum acceptable standard of living'. As an example of the anticipated leap, a 'couple with two children now needs to earn a gross total of £36,800 compared with £29,727 last year. http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/no-more-excuses-overcoming-economic-fluctuation http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/avoid-the-mistakes-made-by-cameron-and-clegg Wed, 03 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT As demonstrated by Prime Minister David Cameron and Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg in February this year, embarrassing blunders can occur even at the most senior level of government, with leaders dropping the ball in terms of holiday cover. Whatever the size and structure of your company or organisation, planning for success in spite of disruptions to regular running, is essential. http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/avoid-the-mistakes-made-by-cameron-and-clegg http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/if-you-want-to-succeed-then-stop-moaning Fri, 13 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/if-you-want-to-succeed-then-stop-moaning http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/is-it-time-to-shut-down-your-website Thu, 05 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT Just last month, the U.S. State Department announced that it was shutting down www.America.gov, the website launched to provide cultural and policy content to the world. Instead, the State Department will focus on using social media to get out its message. http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/is-it-time-to-shut-down-your-website http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/its-time-for-a-commercial-approach Wed, 27 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT It’s Time the Public Sector took a More Commercial Approach to Coaching http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/its-time-for-a-commercial-approach http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/why-the-oscars-is-good-for-business Tue, 01 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT With Oscar Night less than 48 hours ago, the best actors and actresses in the international film industry have been recognised and rewarded for their achievements for the year just gone...but have you rewarded your staff or been rewarded for your achievements this year? http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/why-the-oscars-is-good-for-business http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/coaching-lessons-from-the-kings-speech Tue, 01 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT Everyone loves a great film and ‘The King's Speech’ deserved every Oscar and Bafta it won. http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/coaching-lessons-from-the-kings-speech http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/become-an-expert-procrastinator-in-2012 Wed, 05 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT A New Year and with it a new opportunity to really excel at something. I trust you have already taken the time to review your last year’s performance and that you have set new goals for 2012?! http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/become-an-expert-procrastinator-in-2012 http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/start-your-business-magazine Mon, 20 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT Laura was invited to be an 'Expert' in the 'Ask the Experts' section of the December issue of Start your Business magazine and as a Thank You for contributing we were able to run a feature on our Business Success Strategies membership programme.  Read both articles here. http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/start-your-business-magazine http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/business-sense-magazine Mon, 15 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT We were asked by Business Sense magazine (the magazine for all NatWest and RBS business customers) to spend a day coaching a small business in need of some support.  The day was then featured in the Business Sense magazine. http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/business-sense-magazine http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/build-it-and-they-will-come Sun, 24 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT OK, so I'm a tad excited. http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/build-it-and-they-will-come http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/make-em-laugh Wed, 29 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT In a recent study 7000 companies were researched to identify the key elements of what makes companies ‘extraordinary’. 9 companies were identified as being truly ‘breakthrough’. http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/make-em-laugh http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/were-in-shortlist-magazine---ever-heard-of-a-job-coach Mon, 28 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT Ok so they've called Carol a 'job coach', which is a new one on us, and it's been edited down to a tiny bite sized chunk of what we sent them.. and we pulled it off at a moments notice to help them out of an editorial hole... but we still thought you might like to see it so download the Shortlist article here. http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/were-in-shortlist-magazine---ever-heard-of-a-job-coach http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/how-do-you-handle-chaos Sun, 30 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT We came back from holiday recently to no kitchen, no hot water, a house that was almost unlivable in (especially with three young children) and just to add to the stress we also had an office move in a state of chaos! It’s very easy to go into overwhelm when you hit moments like this. http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/how-do-you-handle-chaos http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/cipd-hrd-show---olympia-our-psychobabble-free-zone Mon, 26 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT We've just got back from our first stand at the CIPD HRD show at Olympia and I thought I'd share with you some photos. It was great fun and we met a lot of very interesting people and businesses. As alway's with trade shows it was also hard work and I managed to but my back out. http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/cipd-hrd-show---olympia-our-psychobabble-free-zone http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/going-from-good-to-great Sat, 24 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT There is a common misconception that Business Coaching is used by MD's who are struggling and need help. This could not be further from the truth. http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/going-from-good-to-great http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/magic-wand-thinking Tue, 06 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT Inspired by my young children who seem to spend half their free time dressing up as princesses, pirates and fairies, I like talking about "Magic Wand Thinking". We're the proud owners of about 5 magic wands at the moment! http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/magic-wand-thinking http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/whats-your-businesss-usp Sat, 13 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT What makes you stand out from your competition? http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/whats-your-businesss-usp http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/blog-5 Tue, 02 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT How to Guarantee your Success http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/blog-5 http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/blog-6 Sat, 13 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT I was asked to write an article on love and work for a magazine and thought I'd share the 7 rules with you too... http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/blog-6 http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/blog-4 Fri, 12 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT Thought you might enjoy reading the article I wrote for Fresh Business Thinking as a Valentines Day special on Love and Work. It was published today. In summary, it highlights the potential issues and what to avoid if you have romantic relationships at work. http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/blog-4 http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/blog-3 Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT Hopefully you  have at least 4 written goals that you really want to achieve in the next 12 months - if not then read our Getting Started - 30 second Goals Blog http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/blog-3 http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/blog-2 Mon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT "No time for this"  is no excuse..    Today  I want you challenge you to spend just 1-minute on Goals; hence the 30-second Goal exercise that follows. http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/blog-2 http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/its-snow-joke Thu, 07 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT Our 'It's Snow joke' offer has been our most successful to date so I thought I should share it with our Blog readers too. http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/its-snow-joke http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/blog-1 Tue, 05 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT Welcome to our Blog. I hope you enjoy the content that follows. I'll be sharing with you my views and ideas around a number of Business subjects and my experiences working with a large number of Business Owners and senior executives.   I'll share great ideas I come across, and make suggestions of actions you can take to improve your performance and hopefully your bottom line too. http://www.businesscoaching.co.uk/news/blog-1