Our lives are built upon relationships, and we all seek ways to enrich and deepen these connections. Amidst this odyssey, we often overlook a formidable tool hidden in plain sight: appreciation. It possesses a magical essence, capable of breathing life into even the most strained connections and nurturing love, trust, and profound understanding. Picture this:[…]
Introduction: Unpacking Compassion and Empathy In the realm of performance coaching, two key emotional skills, compassion, and empathy, are often confused and used interchangeably. As we embark on our Performance Coach Certification journey, understanding these distinct yet intertwined concepts is crucial. This knowledge can significantly enhance our interactions with clients, making them more authentic and[…]
Introduction In the bustling world of today, purpose – in life and business – is the true North Star that guides us. It fuels passion, drives success, and fosters fulfillment. Yet, finding this purpose can often be a challenging journey, filled with uncertainties and doubts. This is where Performance Coach Certification from Performance Coach University[…]
Great minds have always been driven by ideas—those elusive sparks of inspiration that hold the power to shape the world we live in. From scientific breakthroughs to revolutionary inventions, ideas have propelled humanity forward, igniting progress and transforming societies. Yet, in the vast landscape of human imagination, ideas are as ephemeral as they are powerful.[…]
More than a decade ago, someone told me that when you are given a promotion, it means that you did a good job solving the problems in your previous role and you now qualify to solve bigger problems. Think about that for a moment. Leadership and entrepreneurship rotate around solving problems or facilitating the resolution[…]
We all speak to ourselves from time to time. That voice in your head giving commentary about the things happening in your life is self-talk. Did you know that most people are dominated by negative self-talk, and this negative form of self-talk stops them from reaching their full potential and hampers a lot in their[…]
When all is said and done, every single one of us has unique factors that motivate us or put us off. In your quest for peak performance, it helps to know what your unique “buttons” are and how they can be tapped for your own benefit. Cue in, the pain vs. pleasure principle. What is[…]
Have you ever heard the statement “what you focus on expands”? There are many examples of this in our daily lives. For example, if you wake up feeling sad and blue, the day usually serves up many incidents to make you feel even worse. Not good for boosting performance, is it? One way to break[…]
If you are to perform at a high level, it is important for you to build and maintain momentum on a daily basis over a long period. Note that momentum builds over time, so it usually gets easier for you to perform at a high level once you overcome the initial inertia and start building[…]
Whenever you listen to or read about high performers, you most likely come across advice to set big, audacious goals. However, it is easy to become anxious when you look at that humongous goal and wonder whether you will ever achieve it. Doubts can set in, and you may find yourself giving up on your[…]