Career Development

How To Absolutely Nail That Presentation

Kris de Jong · 9 August 2018 ·

presentation Do you dread having to give a presentation at work? Will you do anything to avoid speaking in front of an audience? Do you worry that you’ll come across as incompetent or boring? Here’s how to advance your career and make sure every presentation you give is a resounding success. [Read more…] about How To Absolutely Nail That Presentation

Feeling Frustrated? How To Get Moving Again

Kris de Jong · 12 July 2018 ·

frustration No-one has the “perfect” life, not even life coaches! All of us have a multitude of challenges and frustration to deal with on a daily basis. But if some of these problems become so overwhelming that they seriously affect your mental health, you need to start looking at ways to fix them. [Read more…] about Feeling Frustrated? How To Get Moving Again

The Power of Thoughts: Change Your Thinking, Change Your Life

Kris de Jong · 14 June 2018 ·

thinking “The mind is its own place, and in itself can make a heaven of hell, a hell of heaven” – John Milton, from the 17^th century poem Paradise Lost. How our thinking affects our wellbeing is not a new idea. But how can you change your thinking?

Cognitive Behavioural Coaching research shows that all our emotions and all our actions come from our thinking. Once you grasp this simple concept, you have the power to change your life for the better. The way we think about things has a huge influence on our level of happiness, our career, and success in life. [Read more…] about The Power of Thoughts: Change Your Thinking, Change Your Life

5 Simple Ways to Improve Your Communication Skills

Kris de Jong · 4 June 2018 ·

communication skills Good communication skills are increasingly important in the modern workplace. The ability to articulate your thoughts clearly and understand the needs of others is vital if you want to be successful in your career. You need to be able to interact in a positive and productive way with your colleagues, your boss, your employees and your clients. [Read more…] about 5 Simple Ways to Improve Your Communication Skills

Clean Up Your Act! How To Boost Your Productivity And Wellbeing

Kris de Jong · 27 May 2018 ·

Productivity Having a clean and tidy physical environment, whether at work or at home, boosts productivity and enhances wellbeing. [Read more…] about Clean Up Your Act! How To Boost Your Productivity And Wellbeing