Latin, Leadership & Low Marks: What 5% in Latin Taught Me About Management
I learned Latin at school. Still not entirely sure why. What I do know is that I was terrible at it. So terrible, in fact, that I once started a competition with my friends to see who could get the lowest mark in an exam. I won. With 5%. Yep. I was that good. (Or […]
One Word Can Change Everything: The Power of Language in Shaping Your Mindset
With over 1 million words in the English language, as suggested by Merriam-Webster, each word carries its own unique power. Some words inspire action, while others create hesitation. Imagine if changing just one word in your vocabulary could transform how you feel, how you visualise your goals, and how you behave. What would that […]
The Power of Words
Who loves how certain words and idioms carry deep meaning? I do and one of my favourites is the Japanese word Kaizen, which stands for continuous improvement. 🌱 It’s a reminder that we all have the chance to get a little bit better each day. It’s not about being perfect or making huge steps, it’s […]
Mindset First, Actions Second!
What are your thoughts on this? 💡Everything in life starts with your mindset first and your actions second. Your actions follow your thoughts, your beliefs and your ideas. So, start with getting your mind right, then act.💡 With longer, brighter (or even rainy) days, the summer months often spur us on to ‘do’ something […]
Mentoring vs. Coaching: Choosing the Right Path for You
Understanding the distinct roles of mentoring and coaching is essential for personal and professional development. There do, however, remain some misconceptions around what each approach is. For example, I often hear people say that they are coaching when it is, in fact, mentoring. Very different! Both are great approaches. What is important is that […]
Stop Being So Hard on Yourself!
That about sums up my last couple of days!! We’ve all been there – struggling with self-doubt, feeling overwhelmed, and being overly critical of our own abilities. In my case, the last 2 days have been about self-doubt and some negative emotions linked to my perceived limited IT skills needed to complete a task. It […]
Stepping Out of My Comfort Zone: Reflecting on a Year of Athena Achievements
Today I am stepping out my comfort zone!! This is on the back of two lovely colleagues who, last week, said that I should be shouting more from the rooftops about my proud ‘Athena’ accomplishments over the last year. I’m more of a behind-the-scenes kind of person, preferring to focus on the outcomes and growth […]
The Bridge of Hands in Venice: A Symbol of Possibility and Growth
The Bridge of Hands in Venice: A Symbol of Possibility and Mindset Growth In the heart of the enchanting city of Venice, amid its labyrinthine canals and timeless beauty, there exists a bridge that speaks volumes about the potential of the human spirit. This bridge, known as the “Ponte de le Mani” or the […]
Calming Negative or Unhelpful Thoughts
What are Negative or Unhelpful Thoughts? Anyone with a brain can have negative or unhelpful thoughts. These are thoughts that create a sense of discomfort, anxiety, or unhappiness. These thoughts can be self-defeating, pessimistic, critical, or judgmental and they often contribute to negative emotions such as sadness, fear, anger, guilt or hurt. Negative emotions […]
Conquering Mount Worry
Why do we worry? How can we deal with it? Have you ever been in a situation where you have decided to challenge yourself? It may have been running a marathon or giving a speech at a wedding. However big or small, you will no doubt have had to deal with some irritating negative […]