It’s only a number One of the factors prompting me to write this blog is the recent report from the IMF concerning the mental/physical health of people of precisely my age. I like to think I’m not obsessed with or fearful of growing old and the decline of faculties in general. In fact, I would say it’s the opposite which …
Never say never
A survey hit the headlines recently and caused controversy, rightly in my view, for suggesting that the age of 57 might be too old to start a new career or indeed be eligible for any kind of new role in the workplace. It’s hard to know where to begin with such a negative thought process, but it’s safe to say …
The importance of words
I have had the pleasure and privilege of working with words, spoken and written, all my life. Because of that I am delighted to take every opportunity I can to share what I’ve learnt from this life-long love of mine. Today I’d especially like to talk about the period since 2017 when I took my Corporate and Executive Coaching Diploma …
Try something new
When things are going badly or the pressure from work or life in general gets to be too much, the tendency can be to stay in the area we know well and where we feel safe. After all, why take on more risk and brave the fear of the unknown, when coping with everything that’s currently on your plate is …