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Great snapshot of our Building Resilience course. This is a practical approach to building the resilience capacity for you and your team.

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Looking forward to the discussions. It is always interesting to deep dive into behaviours of human beings, to explore the 'whys' of their behaviour to 'what' of its impact and outcome. Vinu Pillai John Poulose Dr Chandra Mauli Dwivedi Dr. Rima Ghose Chowdhury #psychometricassessments

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Art and Science are inseparable. There is a symbiotic relationship between the two that cannot be overlooked when designing the next wave of organisational development and leadership capability. The transition from analogue (static) thinking to digital (dynamic) eco-systems is the biggest shift I have had the pleasure to work with and through as an Executive Coach and Change Facilitator. I have always looked to Art in all its wonderful forms as a precursor of social and systemic change. No matter whether you sit, stand, run, or dance with change, it is always there. Learning to dance with it is the fun part. Enjoy ;) #creativity #curiosity #leadership #executivecoaching #culturechange #organisationaldesign #HX #humanexperience #enterprisethinking #leadingthroughcomplexity #leadinginuncertainty #navigatingambiguity #change #transformation #careerreimagination

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I am very keen on the application of Emotional Intelligence in our day-to-day lives. This is the second episode of my Emotional Intelligence Case Study Series. You can see the first here: https://lnkd.in/gCKgGDzt Are there other scenarios that you’d like me to explore? Let me know. What do you think of Sam and Laila? Have you been Laila or Sam before? #EmotionalIntelligence #EmotionalIntelligenceCoach #EQ #SelfAwareness #SelfRegulation #Empathy #EmotionalIntelligenceAtWork

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I'm often asked for recommendations on development programs or courses 🤔, and the answer depends on the context and what’s driving the question. Recently, I’ve been reflecting on this for myself and for those involved in roles that lead learning experiences or the navigation of psychological landscapes. Beyond accreditation requirements, how do we continue to explore what we don’t know 🤷‍♂️, understand our impact 🌍, and adapt to the evolving world of work and education 📚? The way I was educated and trained—especially in systems psychodynamics—would likely not meet today’s standards of psychological safety 🚫 or what is considered appropriate. However, I learned a tremendous amount through that process 🏆. Now, with more experience (and habits!), my development needs and interests have shifted. I’m also acutely aware that the generations following mine have been educated and trained differently, facing unique challenges that vary from my own. There are also technical and social technologies ⚙️ that have emerged or been revived now, that were not available ‘back in the day’ and are now. Here are a few suggestions based on my ongoing development journey. Be clear about why you’re seeking something. Are you looking for a qualification? Feeling bored? Seeking technical skills? Hoping to better understand yourself and others? Looking to belong or meet people? Did ‘someone’ suggest you do some development? Or do you want to make a specific impact or return? Consider if you’re staying within the same networks or groups when searching for answers to the above. Have you mainly attended events or learning opportunities offered by a particular discipline or organisation? Have you become a little tribal? It might be time to branch out. If you generally run events or training, when was the last time you participated in something? You might get some surprises that you can integrate and improve the experiences you offer. Think about whether you’re open to unexpected outcomes or insights from a learning experience, or if you prefer the outcomes to be clearly defined upfront. Reflect on your learning preferences. Are they helping or hindering you from trying new experiences? Get to know who’s running the event or sessions. What do past participants say about their experience? Are the instructors or faculty appropriately trained or qualified, and do they have practical experience in what they teach? Does that matter to you? When looking for advisors, coaches, or consultants, don’t just accept their title, accreditation, or qualification at face value. How can you dig deeper to find information that will inform your decisions? Think through what you would like or need to know from them before signing up. Ask them, ask your network. Depending on what you’re working on, would multiple sources of support be beneficial? These are a few points from me, would love to hear other views or additions.

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✍ Weeknote: 13th - 20th December 2024 🕯️ Happy Solstice! 🌀 Facilitation/ Consulting - A call with the social enterprise client with whom me and a collaborator are doing strategy readiness work, to agree Phase 2, starting in January. Beginning with a dedicated period of time for the founders to sense into the organisation's direction. It's so important for founders to honour their Source role, the capacity they have to listen to and translate vision - Many Foregather related chats, as we geared up to publish our Foregather Hartland reflections yesterday (see below). *I have 2 days per week of facilitation/ consulting capacity from March, get in touch if you'd like to explore working together* 🌿 Coaching - No client sessions, looking forward to all the chemistry sessions I have booked in January! - Supervision. We talked about "what does the world want from me?" (if you know, please tell me 🤣), what we choose for ourselves in work, some of the rocky and destabilising parts of the past year. ✍ Writing - Our Foregather Hartland in review post, "An experimental gathering in service of creative energy". It took us three months of reflection and integration to be able to write about this gathering. This post is our attempt to capture its profound and peculiar magic, the shifts participants have been experiencing since and why we’re pleased it wasn’t all rainbows and sisterhood 👀 I hope there's something of interest in there if you're into creativity, community, experience design, care practices or land connection! https://shorturl.at/W22aa 👯 Chats - A wonderful catch up with Francesca Pagni, excited to be deepening into Lewis Deep Democracy via her practice groups next year! - A nourishing lunchtime of singing carols in Exeter cathedral followed by coffee with Anna Croucher Senior Practitioner Therapeutic Coach - A nourishing coffee a local Exeter-based freelancer. 🔮 Energy and vibe check - Hmmm existential crisis week has arrived, on schedule, prompted by many things, not least all the end of year round-ups on LinkedIn and Substack. Comparison and envy are not my favourites, but they are at least instructive. The things we envy are hints at paths we might want to follow. So I'm tucking those hints away for a leisurely reflection period over January, gearing up for my new year, which is Imbolc (1st February), the first day of spring in the Celtic calendar, when the tender little snow drops appear. How sweet it will be! - Feeling comforted by the Solstice and knowing that questions always surface when we go inward in the dark part of the year. Composting isn't a pretty process but it does create fertile soil in which to grow new things. Hope for 2025! I'm off this afternoon for a Solstice ceremony on Dartmoor, and a Solstice gathering tomorrow. A nice way to honour the dark and to start welcoming the light back - And feeling very proud of our Foregather post 📖 Reading - Nothing org design related

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It's a commitment writing a book. I'm very proud and admire his dedication, research, and the many conversations he had to bring this book to life. You can join subscribers to receive exclusive content and become an advanced reader: ➥ https://lnkd.in/eCjczGez #NewBook #Leadership

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Many of you will know that I am already Chairman of Inspiring Workplaces because I am passionate about its Purpose of helping organisations to succeed by putting their people first. I'm delighted to announce that I am now Principal Consultant in the new Inspiring Workplaces Consulting arm. https://lnkd.in/gH5g7-wt   My specific goal as Principal Consultant is to help businesses find solutions to their biggest people-related problems by using our new PeopleFirst Matrix diagnostic. Much like BCG's Growth Share Matrix helps companies decide how to prioritize their different businesses, our PeopleFirst Matrix helps business leaders prioritise where to invest in their people.    Smart leaders know that if they put the people first they will achieve sustainable success and outperform companies who do not. But they are bombarded with a myriad of things to do from wellness programmes to technology platforms. Using our diagnostic pinpoints exactly where to prioritise action. It will save huge amounts of wasted time, effort and money by enabling organisations to identify exactly where to focus their effort.   Send me a message if you'd like to unlock the true potential of your business. #PeopleFirst #prioritisation #employeeengagement #belief #belong #inspiringleaders

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Sensory Intelligence® Consulting presents the "Practitioners Course for Adult Sensory Processing" Professional development to grow your business and elevate your reputation. 1 August - 17 October 2024 6 live zoom sessions & 9 self directed sessions. More information on this link: https://lnkd.in/dCkYZUR2 #sensoryintelligence #sensory #7senses

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Are your (unconscious) beliefs limiting your vocal development? 🎙 The answer is most likely yes if your voice isn't free, open, powerful and expressive. Truthfully most of our beliefs aren't even conscious and they're not even ours, yet they're driving our life and our voice. It doesn't have to be this way. DM me for more information about my transformational private voice coaching programme, Speak With Impact. #publicspeaking #voicecoaching #speakercoach #communicationskills #carljung #voicetraining #shadowwork

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"The Curious Collective" Podcast - Your Gateway to Holistic Wellness and Personal Growth! Are you a veteran, first responder, or professional seeking to optimise your potential? I'm excited to present The Curious Collective podcast, where we engage in substantive conversations exploring holistic approaches to personal and professional excellence. Key features of The Curious Collective: 👉 Expert Insights: Each episode showcases thought leaders from diverse fields, from cutting-edge biohacking to traditional healing practices. 👉Evidence-Based Strategies: Acquire practical, actionable techniques to enhance your mental, physical, and emotional well-being. 👉Specialised Focus: Connect with a network that understands the unique challenges faced by high-performance professionals, veterans, and first responders. 👉Personal Empowerment: Develop tools to access your inner wisdom and maintain consistent growth in your personal and professional life. 👉Integrative Approach: Explore the synergy of mind, body, and spirit through discussions on energy management, nutrition, mindfulness, and productivity. 👉Transformative Narratives: Gain inspiration from authentic stories of resilience and professional transformation. 👉Proactive Wellness: Embrace our "Skills Before Pills" philosophy, building a comprehensive toolkit for natural stress management and peak performance. From exploring the latest neuroscience findings to examining alternative wellness practices, The Curious Collective offers valuable insights for the modern professional. Tune in to unlock your innate potential and drive both personal and professional growth. The Curious Collective - where curiosity leads to transformation! #ProfessionalDevelopment #HolisticWellness #LeadershipGrowth #WorkLifeBalance

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Reflecting on the thought-provoking conversation with Dr Katriona Barker about the future of leadership....in my recent podcast episode I asked myself, what is the role of embodying Extraordinary Leadership in it? The answer is very clear. In a world defined by rapid advancements in AI and change leading with authenticity, purpose, agility, trust, and empathy are not any more "nice to have" but key requirements for leaders. They are needed to fuel engagement, collaboration, innovation, and sustainable growth. To embrace this leadership approach and lead a positive change, leaders will need to evolve, starting from within. And this is where the Embodiment of Extraordinary Leadership comes into play, allowing you to: ✨ Step into the authentic, empowered, and bolder leader inspiring trust ✨ Deeper trust and agility to navigate uncertainty with clarity, ease ✨ Find inner alignment, peace, and resilience to stay focused and lead with purpose, even in times of disruption. ✨Build connection and thriving teams, by leading with both your mind and your heart ✨ Inspire others to grow and embrace change ensuring innovation thrives ✨ Finally, set a new leadership standard balancing technological advancement with empathy & thriving personally How are you embracing this change? 🎧 Check out this crucial podcast conversation here: https://lnkd.in/eUCuBxwz and 👉 Explore Embody Extraordinary Leadership: https://bit.ly/3ZKWKfO Extraordinary Leadership #leadershiptransformation #futureofleadership #embodyextraordinaryleadership

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When we have greater awareness and control of our speaking voice tonality, we will have greater ability to engage and build rapport with their clients.  My focus is always three fold, that is; MINDSET - How you THINK impacts how you BE in a conversation or platform VOICE - How you SPEAK and if your BODY and GESTURES are congruent MESSAGE - Who is your CLIENT and what problem are you SOLVING for them 🌟 Credibility is important, everyone is longing to feel deep trust and to feel safe. 🌟 Words are not enough, we must communicate with our voice tone and body language to communicate meaning and our commitment to clients. ✅ Here are 3️⃣ things you can do to gain credibility and have greater influence. 1. Make sure you are putting your listener first and speaking into their needs in other words come prepared to solve the problem first and foremost. 2. Speak with emotional intelligence, that is learn and make necessary adjustments, get trusted feedback on your voice tone and expression before you enter the discussion. 3. Make sure your mindset is free and at ease, be mindful of doubts, check your values, rules and beliefs to make sure that they are working for you and not against you. 🔴 If you depend on your voice to be heard and to be credible, here is a comprehensive online course for you. Click below. 🔵 Learn how to speak like a professional with influence and authority in any environment. https://lnkd.in/gt33pKW ⚫ I have created a short course to help you speak with credibility and influence. 🛑 I’m offering my transformational program for the tiny investment of only $97. _______________________________ www.mariapellicano.com  https://lnkd.in/eV4X279 https://lnkd.in/gb8BfbV #publicspeaking #confidence #emotionalintelligence #leadership #professionaldevelopment

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Do you want to develop Gravitas? One of the ways is to Speak Briefly. I really enjoyed reading this article by Ian McKechnie https://lnkd.in/gyPdbYha In summary, Ian explains that to speak briefly means : 1. Make your point concisely, focused around the key message, then stop talking.  2. Don’t repeat yourself for emphasis or ramble on.  3. Pausing for thought is respectful to others’ contributions and makes your content more assured and articulate.  4. Be comfortable with silence – while you are thinking - can convey authority and control.  5. Don’t talk about yourself too much or reveal unnecessary personal information, you may sound insecure, flaky and promote gossip.  Reining yourself in promotes gravitas. If you depend on your voice to be heard and to be credible, here is a comprehensive online course for you. Learn how to speak like a professional with influence and authority in any environment. https://lnkd.in/gt33pKW #publicspeaking #executivepresence #voicecoaching #confidentspeaking #effectivecommunicationskills

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THANKYOU … to all of our wonderful coaching clients and Key Coaches, for trusting us in 2024 with your dreams, visions and hopes. We have pulled together 50 of the most loved ideas that we share with our clients, and our hope is that they sooth you and bring you comfort and abundance in the New Year. 50 most loved Keys to Life. 1. Remember you CREATE your life. 2. Don’t be a victim, live life BY YOU. 3. You are important. 4. Think optimistically. Anticipate Success. 5. Give your energy focus and attention only to positive thoughts. 6. Believe in yourself, always. 7. Take conscious mindful action. 8. Get clear about what you want. 9. Speak and write kind words to everyone. 10. Take your focus off of what you don’t want. 11. Never respond in anger, stay silent until the negative energy passes. 12. Avoid negative talk. Never gossip. 13. When listening to negative chit chat, gracefully change the subject. 14. Create Big visions and set scarily big goals. 15. See thee beauty in everything. 16. Don’t dwell on the past as it creates your future. 17. Be present when you are with someone. 18. Invest in things and the people that will take you to the next level. 19. Have faith and belief in yourself. 20. Say thankyou from the moment you open your eyes in the morning. 21. Say Thankyou before you go to sleep at night. 22. You deserve great things. 23. Look up at the sky and see the stars. 24. Spend time in nature. 25. Be grateful for your work, it facilitates your life in the mean time. 26. Remember money is an energy, it’s a current that flows. 27. Be generous and open to the flow. 28. Tell someone you are grateful for them today. 29. Smile. 30. Take care of your plants - they give you oxygen. 31. Love yourself and put yourself (at least equal) first. 32. Give yourself a surprise or a treat once a month. 33. Look after yourself, you’re important. 34. Love is all there is. 35. Take yourself outside your comfort zone and learn to live there. 36. Think Big. 37. Avoid negative energy draining people that won’t change themselves. 38. Say yes to opportunity. 39. Be curious about life. 40. Say a little prayer to something bigger than you. 41. Believe that The Universe has your back. 42. Encourage others and praise their contribution. 43. Have humility, empty out all your rubbish. 44. Honour your heritage and think about your ancestors. 45. Travel the world, and The Universe. 46. Don’t stay too long where you shouldn’t be. 47. Thoughts and feelings create. 48. Believe that there is meaning to your life and find your purpose. 49. Accept the things you can’t change but accept the future can be different. 50. Be a positive impact on the world. ♥️ Merry Christmas From Christine and Megan McGrory UnlockTheKey

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I'm happy to share that my website is now updated with Coaching Essentials training information. Coaching Essentials is an ICF accredited course that comes with 10 CCEUs - this means you can boost your own professional development whilst adding coaching skills to your organisation's leadership skills base. Message me to find out more about Coaching Essentials training (or to find out more about 1:1 coaching). www.huntercoaching.co.nz #CCE #development #fundraising #nonprofit #NewZealand

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🌟 Elevate Your Workplace with Disability Inclusion! 🌟 As a severely sight-impaired individual with a hidden disability, I understand the unique challenges and biases that often go unnoticed. This journey inspired me to create specialised workshops, consultations, and speaking engagements to help HR Directors and EDI Leads promote true disability inclusion. 🎯 Why Collaborate with Me? 1. Gain insights from lived experiences 2. Learn practical strategies for inclusion 3. Foster a culture where all contributions are valued Let's connect and discuss how we can make your workplace more inclusive. Reach out to schedule a call and explore how my services can support your goals. Together, we can celebrate diversity and create a thriving, inclusive environment for everyone. 🌈 #DisabilityInclusion #HR #EDI #DiversityAndInclusion #InclusiveWorkplace #HiddenDisabilities #Empowerment

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