We live in a world with so much technology that it isn’t uncommon for people to walk on thestreet while texting on their phones, or for one to talk on the phone while answering an email. These are examples of so-called multitasking, and many pride themselves as excellent multi-taskers. In truth, multitasking is a myth[…]
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[…]
If you were asked to rate how important coaching is to your business, what rating would you award yourself on a scale of 0-10? Many businesses regard coaching as a nice-to-have, and the resources they devote to this important element reflect that lukewarm attitude. However, the rapidly evolving business climate today demands that companies put[…]
It is one thing to train as a coach and it is another thing to have a thriving coaching business. If you are wondering how you can start a successful coaching business, read on and learn some useful pointers that will get you on the journey to success as a coach. Remember, there is no[…]
The success or failure of a leadership team always affects the entire organization. When the leadership is functioning at its best, the good vibes trickle down the management structure right up to the frontline employees. However, when the leadership team is divided or unsure about the direction of the company, then the employees at the[…]
How to Conduct a Coaching Session In 1998, the International Coaching Federation (ICF) conducted a survey that led them to discover that 94.3 percent of the coaches who took part in that survey conducted their coaching sessions by telephone. That statistic will form the basis of the focus of this article as we explore how[…]
Like everything else about coaching, there are no rigid rules regarding how long a coaching session should last. So, how can inexperienced coaches decide the appropriate duration of a coaching session? Read on and get some insights into the different factors that influence how long a coaching session can be. These factors vary from time[…]
Life is a balancing act, and one in which everything is constantly in motion. Let’s face it, life can sometimes feel like walking a tight rope, with luggage on both your hands and your backside, walking towards a certain goal, or worse, in no particular direction. Life balance can sometimes seem elusive, and you may[…]
Working with entrepreneurs is truly a rewarding part of being a performance coach. Knowing that the byproduct of the impact and changes that are made in your clients’ life, will also positively affect many others in their professional and personal lives – Amazing!. Many times, their team is relieved to have pain points they have[…]
In the spirit of giving thanks, this week we wanted to share with you the philosophy behind everything we do here at Performance Coach University. Learn It! Live it! Give it! This year, we have had the opportunity to spread our message of Learn It!, Live it!, Give it! in new and powerful ways and the[…]