Secrets From a Coach - Debbie Green & Laura Thomson's Podcast

Send us Fan Mail Adults apparently make 30,000 decisions every day (227 around what to eat) but it’s sometimes the big ones that can hold us back or propel us forward. Being decisive, handling dilemmas, getting on top of choices rather than get overwhelmed or start procrastinating-  there is a clear link between wellness and decision-making.  We are thrilled to be joined by MD Liz Hegarty who shar...

Send us Fan Mail Does the room light up when you enter, or leave? If impact is the effect we have on people in that moment (I believed them or not) then influence is the onward result as an effect (I will meet them again or not). As many are ramping up their levels of in-person interactions this is the third in our focus on 'evergreen skills' - essential now and for the foreseeable.  We...

Send us Fan Mail Bringing an everyday coaching approach to interactions is fast-becoming one of the hottest trend skills. Nearly every management job description will include coaching as a desired skills, the organisations who encourage coaching will see better retention and performance. Coaching is the language of change and action - it is a mindset of listening with a full heart and open mind to...

Send us Fan Mail As well as the new opportunities and challenges created from global disruption and change, so too comes a fresh set of expectations and new moments of truth.  In this first in our 4-part focus on ‘evergreen skills’ we share top tips for presenting with confidence - whether in room, on screen or connecting with a mixed group all over the world.  As events, meetings and conferences...

Send us Fan Mail Feeling squished? As many are experiencing a ramping up of pace, expectation, social engagements and supporting/caring for others, this can impact our sense of control, capability and overall confidence. Worrying about not being able to handle the influx of tasks  - like balancing a busy social calendar alongside big important work projects - can result in us feeling squished in t...

Send us Fan Mail Just one task or setback can create a slip into feeling overwhelmed by the volume of incoming work.  We are at a pivotal time in how we work, with many roles now increasing in pressure. Either a deluge in data, an avalanche of  emotions,  or  even just keeping track of the increasing ways messages and tasks can interrupt and add to the best laid plans. Many are currently tasked wi...

Send us Fan Mail They say people leave the workplace culture , not the job itself. Creating an environment where there is accountability but not blame is easier said than done during times of uncertainty, disruption and ambiguity.  A Blame Culture is where people pass the responsibility to others for general mistakes, or lack taking accountability for their part in an outcome. Passing the buck, bl...

Send us Fan Mail The simplest way to define proactive is doing the same things you do to be reactive - just ahead of the time it is needed. Taking a moment to Prepare, Leverage, Act and think Next is a good way to start feeling ahead of the game. An eternal quality, but now more than ever being able to keep proactive is essential if you are feeling bogged down by lots of tasks. We experiment using...

Send us Fan Mail In this final part of our 4-part focus on resilience we share thoughts and ideas to maintain our energy levels as the waves of change and disruption continue. As the world changes, being our own CEO (Chief Energy Officer) enables us to keep flexible and adaptable.  Finding the lighter side of things, prioritising fun and play back into the working day, and making a commitment to p...

Send us Fan Mail To be an effective team that can keep focused during the ups and downs is to be a resilient one. Looking out for each other, supporting each other and challenging and motivating members to be their personal best is not just the job of the leader - although leaders will have the biggest influence over the tone and culture of a team. Resilience is the capacity to adapt in the face o...

Send us Fan Mail Resilience is the process of adapting well in the face of adversity, challenges or setbacks. Always useful, these days essential.  In the 20th century the worlds body of knowledge used to double every 25 years. Now, it doubles every 11 hoursm (IBM). Within a week, what you thought was 'fact' could change overnight;  the course you studied may become out of date within mo...

Send us Fan Mail The pandemic has disrupted education and career pathways for a generation of teens   -  who are now  entering the workplace looking to make their mark and build their lives.  20% more than usual have decided to delay their entry to work by seeking further education* such is the uncertainty around options . Its not easy being a young person starting out on a career path;  more than...

Send us Fan Mail If everyone can purchase the same tech, products and services then it really is ourselves that make the ultimate success story. "You are the secret to your success" is the end quote from our guest Shona Rowan's new book The  Psychology of Successful Women: The Ultimate Guide. She shares her recommendations from her research and her background of competing in global...

Send us Fan Mail When external life is unpredictable it can impact our inner sense of confidence and create wobbly feelings than in more stable times. We share practical tips for overcoming nerves and other barriers to confidence including the ‘cameras out’ technique and various planning and prep tools that transform our confidence levels in a moment that counts. Whether it’s taking to the stage,...

Send us Fan Mail Collaboration is the action of working with others to produce something or to explore solutions and possibilities. In these changeable times where many industries are facing new and different challenges, collaboration is one of those premium skills that is not only useful now but will be vital for thriving in the years ahead. We share ideas for boosting our confidence levels to co...

Send us Fan Mail Starting with a moment to enjoy the sounds of springtime birdsong, this is a great time to refresh our energy and confidence. Confidence is that inner sense of knowing that you are enough, having a sense of certainty that no matter what gets thrown at you, you are able to handle yourself and deal with it in the best way possible. From owning your space in interviews and presentati...

Send us Fan Mail As the saying goes, if we always do what we've always done, we'll always get what we've always got. Now is not the time for stale, closed or timid ways of working! Teams who take the time to create an honest environment will reap the benefits through having more innovative, proactive and focused meetings. Better quality meetings and interactions enables every member...

Send us Fan Mail Never underestimate the impact we have on each other - and in turn how our confidence can be boosted (or dented) by how others interact with us. With lots of change brings lots of opportunity so now is the time to feel empowered, comfortable and confident as we meet and greet more people.  We are joined by the fabulous Enfys Maloney; as a sales trainer she offers sophisticated sal...

Send us Fan Mail Many are finding their work is like a rollercoaster ride at the moment with the ups and downs creating highs and lows that can over time impact wellness and resilience levels. A benefit of a stable team is that it stabilises nerves, reassures those who are wondering whether to stay or go, and maximises opportunities for collaboration and innovation.   If members of a team are unab...

Send us Fan Mail Our focus this month is on Making Impact : how to make the difference, get your voice heard and create the positive influence required for action. We are honoured to be joined by Steve Lakin  (Head of Fire at Balfour Beatty plc but in this episode he is speaking from his personal perspective) who shares his advice on how to maximise impact when you need people to engage, connect a...

Send us Fan Mail With lots of new decisions and projects, how do we ensure that everyone gets included around the table and in the conversation to be able to maximise our potential.  Diversity drives innovation. We are delighted to be joined by the award-winning Nzinga Orgill MBA, CEO & Founder at RaCExpert Ltd.  A transformational change leader committed to equality and equity for all, she sh...

Send us Fan Mail In this our Jubilee episode we turn our focus on to the prized skill of handling tricky conversations or difficult dynamics that can emerge in our working relationships.  Of the past 3,400 years, humans have been entirely at peace for 268 of them – just 8% of recorded history. The concept of conflict means different things to different people and is an everyday part of our lives r...

Send us Fan Mail This second episode in our focus on healthy work relationships focuses on harmonious teams. Rather than a nice to have, it is a need to have  - when we work in harmony we shift our attention on sorting out the results rather than each other.   With record numbers of people leaving and starting roles there are a lot of new beginnings and firsts happening within teams. We share tips...

Send us Fan Mail In this, the first in our 'Healthy Working Relationships' series this month, we focus on how to create, maintain and sustain good effective relationships with the people we work with. When there is trust, respect and understanding then even the most challenging or stressful work situations can be dealt with. When we are surrounded by healthy relationships in work  can al...

Send us Fan Mail Part of growing up and become a mature adult is the moment where we recognise the need to understand who we really are and who we really want to be.  No one can tell us what is the ideal next step for us and part of growing up is realising that we each have to figure out what motivates us and how we can progress our life in the way we want.  We may not have had the ideal circumsta...