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📚 Exciting News! 📚 ... Well you decide !!!! I'm thrilled (or pained!) to announce that I'm currently working on a book and e-learning module focused on the pervasive issue of micromanagement. Through my coaching program, I've witnessed countless individuals unwittingly caught in the grips of micromanagement, whether as casualties or unwitting contributors to the problem. Now, it's time to delve deeper into this issue and provide actionable insights for individuals and organisations alike. But before I finalize the content, I want to hear from you! 🔍 What aspects of micromanagement would you like to see tackled in the book? Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments below, and let's work together to combat micromanagement culture! My initial thought Map is presented below . The solutions will be found in the book. Adding yours will get you a special mention ! #Micromanagement #LeadershipDevelopment #Coaching #PersonalGrowth #BookProject #eLearning #LinkedInDiscussion

Learning from Experience with... Ed Schein and Peter Schein Enjoy this 'old' column from my interview with these two organizational gurus. Their book, Humble Inquiry, is one of my GoTo books for coaching and training. They were kind enough to speak with me for this column which appeared in the June 2021 ASQ Lean Enterprise Division e-zine, Perspective. Enjoy!

Five concise recommendations for professional books on high performance: 1. The 9th Stratum: Your Guide To High Performance by Aaron Salko - Offers science-backed knowledge and tactical applications for immediate use to enhance career and life performance. 2. The Talent Code: Greatness Isn’t Born. It’s Grown. Here’s How by Daniel Coyle - Explores talent development through deep practice, ignition, and master coaching, providing actionable strategies for unlocking potential. 3. Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance by Angela Duckworth - Highlights the role of passion and perseverance in success, combining research and personal stories to illustrate the power of grit. 4. High Performance Habits: How Extraordinary People Become That Way by Brendon Burchard - Identifies six key habits of high performers, offering practical advice and tools to enhance productivity and success. 5. Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us by Daniel H. Pink - Explores the science of motivation, focusing on autonomy, mastery, and purpose, and provides strategies for cultivating these motivators. These books provide a mix of science, practical advice, and inspiring stories to help readers develop the habits, mindset, and skills needed to excel in all areas of life

Book 2 of 52: The Three Laws of Performance The first time I read this book, I immediately flipped back to the first page and began rereading it. If you are curious about the theory behind the Novus Global approach to coaching, it is laid out in this book. It is not a book about change management - more, better, or different. It is about rewriting the future. That might sound like a quote from a motivational speaker, but this book is anything but. There is a systematic approach to changing behavior by shifting what we believe will happen. The underlying premise is that you are currently living into your future. This "default future" goes beyond our expectations or hopes for the future. It is the future that we "know" will happen. Since we "know" it will happen, any actions we take lead us to the default future. Until the future occurs to us differently, our behaviors won't change. We spend our lives caught up in the situations of life without ever calling the shots. Therein lies the rub. One must shift how the world occurs to us in order to change our behavior. If you want something new for yourself, I would highly recommend reading this book.

50 Books. 10 Skills. Endless Possibilities. What if you could improve by just 1% every day? By the end of the year, the difference would be remarkable. And one of the simplest yet most transformative habits is reading. In a world brimming with distractions, picking up a book is like giving your mind a workout. Whether it’s broadening your knowledge, refining your problem-solving skills, or sparking creative ideas, reading gives you a head start. But don’t limit yourself. Learn from every genre, every perspective, every story. Why reinvent the wheel when you can learn from the successes and failures of others? Here’s a roadmap to begin your journey: 1. Pick one skill to master – Start small and build steadily. 2. Choose books across diverse topics – Leadership, personal finance, emotional intelligence, or storytelling. Every book brings something new to the table. 3. Apply what you read – Knowledge without action is incomplete. Use insights from books to enhance your life. 4. Track your progress – Keep a list of the books you’ve read. Celebrate milestones and stay motivated. Ready to start? Save this post as your go-to guide. Begin with one book, focus on one skill, and keep moving forward. Your future self will thank you for it. What’s your current favorite read? Let’s inspire each other in the comments below.

Ever wonder how much wisdom is hiding in someone else’s mistakes? In Be Good, Be Brief, Be Gone, Jason Miller emphasizes the importance of learning from experienced people—not because they’re always right, but because they know what it means to be wrong. It’s a powerful reminder that experience has more to teach us than we might think. Miller’s approach is refreshing and practical. He shows how seasoned perspectives, even if imperfect, offer valuable lessons for anyone wanting to grow. This mindset shift can help leaders avoid unnecessary missteps by appreciating the knowledge of others who’ve been there before. For anyone ready to learn from those who’ve paved the way, this book is a must-read. Download it for free at https://bit.ly/4dPGLDc. #LeadershipWisdom #LearningFromExperience #GrowthMindset #Mentorship

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The first two chapters of my book are available on my learning academy for free, my treat! ✨💖✨ https://buff.ly/450NJ4l I would love to hear the metaphors you notice in your coaching conversations lately! Please share. This book examines how we became wired for metaphors. We explore the theories and science behind conceptual metaphors, discussing the value of client-led conversations and embodied cognition. I share many examples from real coaching conversations to show how tuning your ears to hear and then leveraging metaphors that light up your client’s mind might deepen your conversations. This will provide you with greater partnership in your coaching as you support your clients in achieving sustainable outcomes and success in accomplishing their goals. Looking forward to hearing about your experiences with using metaphors. 💡 ❤️ Happy Coaching! #powerofmetaphors #coachtraining #coachingmindset #icfmentorcoach

"Half of science is asking the right questions" Roger Bacon When you ask the right questions it is like having a key to a door that has never been opened or needs to be reopened! I'll share some tricks here....... The initial question is sooooooo important but the follow up question can be the most important Follow up questions add depth, clarity, purpose, connection, and passion Example..... "what part of your role do you wish you could spend more time on, what things do you wish you could do less of?" Depending on what is said.....usually a good follow up question is "What's getting in the way of making that change?" This is a great sequence because it drives understanding and action We are all about getting the best ideas to the surface and getting action on those!! If you want to learn our coaching process we have a program dedicated to teaching our methodology!! Want to become a growth coach......let's connect!