"The single best piece of advice I can offer right from the start is to always assume that there is room for improvement in everything you do."ABE Ken Blanchard once said "feedback is the breakfast of champions!" When we are in growth mode, all feedback should be considered good feedback; and yes, even the bits [...]
"If you don't have discipline, forget the trophy because all champions possess discipline." Unknown It's been a little while yes I know! Nevertheless, I remain totally committed to sharing my life lessons with you. To be honest, life has a way of getting overly busy at times causing us to go off track or delay [...]
"If you are doing what you do for reward and recognition, you are already off to the wrong start!"ABE In my last article, I spoke in-depth to the importance of possessing a growth mindset and the type of attributes required to truly position yourself for professional growth. Passion over talent was emphasised as a core [...]
"What you lack in talent, you can make up for in passion." Forbes Every wondered why you or someone you know that is great at their job keeps getting overlooked for career opportunities? Typically, employees who possess a growth mindset exhibit certain qualities that cause them to stand out amongst their peers. They tend to be [...]
Whether you know it or not, you have a personal brand, which speaks to your reputation and the legacy you are creating both within your personal and professional space. A strong personal brand can lead to career opportunities, while in contrast, a weak personal brand presents the risk of being overlooked.Many people link personal branding [...]
"Your passion will lead you right into your purpose." The last eight years admittedly swiftly passed me by. Thankfully, I am still enjoying my current role and career path. How many of you have given any real thought to where you want to be within the next three or even five years? Furthermore, given consideration [...]
Don't try to stay where you are or once were to make others comfortable. Let your growth challenge everyone and everything around you! Sarah Jake-Roberts Some people appear to be misled by a myth that there is a secret recipe to success. Let me assure you, this is totally not the case. Notwithstanding, some common [...]
In the early years of my career, I found myself constantly taking on special projects and other tasks that were indirectly linked to my specific role. Truthfully, while many colleagues argued that I was being exploited by management, I always felt that I was quietly and purposefully building the foundation necessary to set my career [...]
Transformation begins with you... At the beginning of this year, I declared that 2019 has to be an easier year for me. Of course my friend quickly took the opportunity to remind me that I say this every year. This really set me thinking and I don't have to tell you that on reflection this [...]
A number of scenarios presented this week caused me to pause and reflect on the importance of good leadership in order to drive organisational success. A fundamental objective of effective leadership must be development of the team as part of the overall process. Ultimately, the true test of a great leader is in the ability [...]
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