You know those weeks where everything seems to hit at once? Not just busy — chaotic. The kind that creeps up until you suddenly realise you’ve stopped breathing properly. You’re holding it all together with grit and caffeine, still convincing yourself you’ve got it under control. I’ve had those weeks more times than I’d like […]
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Lately, I’ve found myself talking to clients about something I know all too well. Something I’ve fallen into countless times myself.I call it the trap. It’s the place you end up when frustration starts running the show, when you’re spiralling with blame, anger, and resentment, trying to change everyone else’s behaviour so life can feel easier
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If you’re reading this, chances are that something important didn’t go as you had hoped.Maybe it’s a job you didn’t get. Or a relationship that ended when you weren’t ready. Maybe you’ve been carrying the weight of money worries, burnout, or the quiet question, “Who am I now?” Whatever it is, it matters. And you’re
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Have you ever wondered what actually happens during a discovery call? For some, the term might conjure up images of a sales pitch or a one-sided conversation. For me, it’s about creating a space where meaningful conversations can unfold—conversations that could help you gain clarity on what you want to achieve, start aligning towards those
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Image by Free Photos from Pixabay It’s that time of year again when everyone’s talking about goals. And sure, setting goals can be exciting, but let’s be honest; it’s also easy to lose steam if your goals don’t feel clear or meaningful. So how do you set goals that actually work? Goals that matter to
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Coaching is a term you might hear often, especially in personal and professional development. But if you’re not familiar with it, or if you’re sceptical, you might wonder what it’s all about. In this article, I’ll explain from my perspective: What coaching is How it can help, and Address common questions people ask. So, What
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After leaving the Navy, the author initially struggled to see how military skills could transfer to the civilian job market. Through various jobs, they gradually realized their skills were valuable in different contexts. Landing a leadership role in Learning & Development helped them appreciate the power of transferable skills and their significance for career transitions.
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I can clearly remember the point in my career when I started asking myself “What the hell am I doing?”. After a fulfilling career in the defence force, I found myself bouncing between various roles: working for a video teleconferencing company, customer service roles for the local government, and even a short stint at a
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What comes to your mind when someone says mindfulness? For me, I sometimes find it hard to resonate with the word. Of course, I understand the practice and know that it is good. However, with so much information bombarding us, ironically, all the messages about incorporating mindfulness into our busy lives can be overwhelming. Here
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Can you recall the last time someone asked you, “What do you want?”. You probably gave a quick, surface-level answer, and they accepted it without a second thought. But imagine if they had challenged you to dig deeper beyond the easy responses. This apparently simple question has the potential to disrupt your life and compel
