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Bite-sized coaching: be the CEO of your lifeSpark to Fire: Reigniting Your Motivation and Recharge Your WellbeingThe holidays are over, and January is such an awkward month. We can feel pressured into setting wildly ambitious resolutions that are hard to keep. Even if you love what you do, it can be challenging to get going when it is cold, dark and soggy.
So, how do we navigate this annual emotional rollercoaster without resorting to hibernation and endless cups of coffee?
In this episode of Bite-sized Coaching, certified coach Beverly Landais explores ways to reignite your enthusiasm after the holidays, allowing you to thrive, not just survive, the return to work.
2024-01-1010 min
Bite-sized coaching: be the CEO of your lifeManaging Critical Dependencies: 10 Strategies for SuccessIn today's increasingly connected world, effective management of key relationships and critical dependencies is essential for success.
In this episode of Bite-Sized Coaching, certified coach Beverly Landais shares ten practical strategies for identifying and managing workplace dependencies, strengthening relationships with key stakeholders, and achieving successful project delivery.
This episode will equip you with the skills and confidence to manage critical dependencies and achieve your goals. You can tune in to learn how to build constructive relationships and enhance your project management skills for a more productive future.
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2023-10-1111 min
Bite-sized coaching: be the CEO of your lifeThe Ultimate Guide to Getting Back to Work after the Summer HolidaysWelcome to Bite-sized coaching, a podcast for professionals who want to improve their work-life balance, productivity, and wellbeing.
Today, we will discuss motivating yourself for work after the summer break. Getting back into the swing of things can be challenging after a holiday, but there are steps you can take to make the transition smoother.
In this episode, certified coach Beverly Landais will share tips on keeping up the positive energy you gained during your time off. She'll also share a method to help you reassess priorities, regain motivation, and manage your time better as...
2023-09-0514 min
Bite-sized coaching: be the CEO of your lifeFive Steps to Creating a Compelling Personal Elevator PitchCreating a first-rate elevator pitch is crucial in all career aspects, whether impressing potential employers, persuading investors to back your venture, or selling your products or services.
A well-crafted pitch can establish a new connection and leave a lasting impression on your listener's mind. Knowing the critical components of an impactful elevator pitch can simplify creating one.
In this episode of Bite-sized Coaching, certified coach Beverly Landais goes into the elements of a powerful elevator pitch and provides five steps to assist you in creating an effective one.
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2023-06-0810 min
Bite-sized coaching: be the CEO of your lifeCraft constructive feedback using three powerful questionsSelf-improvement requires honest critical feedback and the willingness to listen, consider then act upon it. Passing on or receiving praise is a pleasure. But how do you deal with critical feedback? What is the best way to approach this? How can you turn a negative situation into a positive experience?
Often the opportunity to make a helpful improvement is missed because of a punitive attitude coupled with a misguided mode of communication. This combination can create a blame culture. People begin to hide mistakes rather than deal with them and learn never to take risks as they m...
2023-03-1009 min
Bite-sized coaching: be the CEO of your lifeSix tips to overcome end of year procrastinationThe end of the year is closing in fast. Project deadlines loom, and the to-do list gets longer. It can feel like an uphill slog as it is hard to know what to do first. Constantly busy, it is easy to fall into procrastination. Then time slips away, and opportunities can be lost. But it doesn't need to be this way.
In this episode of Bite-sized Coaching, certified coach Beverly Landais provides six tips to help avoid spinning your wheels. Then you can focus on the things that matter most to you, then relax knowing you've accomplished yo...
2022-12-1408 min
Bite-sized coaching: be the CEO of your lifeAre you ready for change?The pace of change has never been greater. We experience constant change at work and maybe in our personal life. Sometimes this change is sought out. Other times it is thrust upon us. Any change provokes the human mind to respond instinctively. Sometimes this can be in ways that are unhelpful to us.
Change takes place when something ends and something new or different starts. The gap between these two points is the transition. This is where people must learn to let go of the old and embrace the new. Change can be a source of frustration, f...
2022-10-2411 min
Bite-sized coaching: be the CEO of your lifeGain the motivation to learn something new and make it stick.We all want to be better at something. After all, self-improvement is necessary for many things, including getting ahead at work and personal satisfaction. Mastering something new can boost your self-esteem and build self-confidence. Learning fast, making good decisions and creative thinking are among the most important skills anyone can acquire.
In this podcast, certified coach Beverly Landais covers what it takes to commit to living a life of learning and offers some practical tips on how to set goals, get organised and develop the motivation to learn something new.
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2022-09-0217 min
Bite-sized coaching: be the CEO of your lifeManaging up - how to develop a productive working relationship with your bossWe all tend towards one style of working more than another due to our personal preferences, the influence of role models and prior experience. Yet one approach does not fit all scenarios. The people you manage will likely perform better if you appropriately apply various working styles. Likewise, understanding how your boss operates helps you build a productive working relationship with them. Managing upwards, if done right, is not manipulation or 'sucking up' to people in powerful positions. It is about learning techniques and strategies to help you be more effective at work and happier in your job. You...
2022-05-0312 min
Bite-sized coaching: be the CEO of your lifeSeeking to understand someone? Try walking in their shoes"Seek first to understand and then seek to be understood," Stephen R. Covey's fifth habit from his book 7 Habits of Highly Successful People is a lesson in developing the emotional intelligence competency of empathy. However, this can be challenging if you are already over busy with things to do and places to be. Pausing to consider the needs and perspectives of others can feel daunting at the best of times. An excellent place to start is to share an experience with another to create common ground.
But where to begin? In this podcast, certified coach Beverly Landais sug...
2022-04-0507 min
Bite-sized coaching: be the CEO of your lifeHow to manage your time and energy like a proAre you feeling overwhelmed? We have all been there. That sense of dread can grip you when you have too much to do and not enough time. The degree to which you feel in control of your time and life significantly affects your wellbeing. The better you manage the critical events of your life, the better you will feel and the more energy you will have to get things done.
The good news is that you can make a huge difference by using a few simple self-management techniques, introducing structure, and exercising self-discipline in your working practices...
2022-02-0308 min
Bite-sized coaching: be the CEO of your lifeSeven Ways to Leave Negative Experiences Behind and Create a Better FutureA new year begins. Traditionally it is time to reflect upon the past, take stock and plan for the future. As long as you don't get stuck looking back on what didn't go so well, this can be an energising experience. Happily, there are steps you can take to interrupt excessive rumination so you can redirect your attention more productively.
In this episode of Bite-sized coaching, certified coach Beverly Landais shares seven ways to help you let go of unhelpful past experiences and offers a framework for planning a brighter future full of hope and promise. So g...
2022-01-0307 min
Bite-sized coaching: be the CEO of your lifeEight self-coaching tips to help you thrive during the festive seasonIce rinks are appearing in the most unlikely places. Shopfronts twinkle with displays of gifts, tinsel and fairy lights. The Christmas adverts are landing thick and fast. The festive season is upon us. As the song goes, it can be a wonderful time of the year and one of the most stressful. Bombarded with images of holiday perfection, we can feel pressured into striving to achieve unrealistic expectations. No surprise then that the resulting anxiety can turn what should be an enjoyable time into a frantic nightmare. So what can you do to not only survive the season but...
2021-12-0408 min
Bite-sized coaching: be the CEO of your lifeTake ten steps towards a better hybrid working experienceLife has begun to unfreeze as the vaccination effort continues and we cautiously venture back into society. Many have adapted to the past 18 months of working remotely with different degrees of success. Social isolation, loneliness and feeling adrift became a shared experience. Maintaining boundaries between career demands and personal time has proved even more challenging. Yet there are benefits to doing remote working well, such as freedom to choose how you work, wearing comfortable clothes, no commute and enjoying your home comforts.
As we emerge from the pandemic, new ways of working are required to cope with th...
2021-09-2010 min
Bite-sized coaching: be the CEO of your lifeAre you holding yourself back?Sometimes it is easy to forget our achievements, and we can fall into the trap of displaying false modesty. The bad habits that can develop include attributing our success to others or saying phrases like ‘it was nothing’ or ‘I got lucky’ when thanked for something done well. Instead, receive merited praise as if it is a gift: say thank you in return. After all, ensuring everyone on the team receives fair credit includes you.
Achieving this does not mean becoming an egotistical, self-obsessed person. However, you do need to make your strengths, capabilities and achievements known to other...
2021-09-0612 min
Bite-sized coaching: be the CEO of your lifeFeeling stuck in a rut? Try some simple lifestyle experimentsThe global pandemic has increased anxiety about wellbeing and challenged the ability to cope with the unknown. It has also provided a pause for thought about how we live. Maybe now is a good time to try out some lifestyle experimentation. A lifestyle experiment is all about testing new approaches to how you live, work and interact with others. Once the investigation is complete, you can decide if the impact is positive or negative and wish to continue the change. Thinking about experimentation from a personal perspective can be daunting; it can be hard to know where to start...
2021-08-2506 min
Bite-sized coaching: be the CEO of your lifeLearn how to tame your negativity bias and boost your moodHuman beings are wired to be alert to things that might be harmful or dangerous and take evasive action, which means that we have a natural inclination to worry about everything that concerns us, even outside our control. This phenomenon is called a negativity bias. In normal times, our negativity bias is triggered by a poorly-crafted email, delays in travel or an awkward conversation. The resulting low mood, sense of frustration and stress are bad enough, but our negativity bias goes into overload in a crisis. Then our primitive survival instinct kicks in, tipping us into behaviour patterns driven...
2021-08-0406 min
Bite-sized coaching: be the CEO of your lifeTurn good intentions into realityIt takes courage, discipline and effort to introduce and build new habits. What’s required is a clear purpose, a well-constructed action plan and the determination to make it happen. Then you are unstoppable. In this episode of Bite-sized Coaching, certified coach Beverly Landais explores how you can set yourself up for success and deal effectively with the hiccups that can occur along the way. For bespoke coaching services, contact Beverly Landais at www.beverlylandais.co.uk
2021-07-0704 min
Bite-sized coaching: be the CEO of your lifeSix steps to effective problem solvingWe can all get stuck trying to find a way through a complicated situation. If you find yourself going around in circles trying to solve an issue, try this six-step approach to effective problem-solving. Dealing effectively with problems means tapping into your resourcefulness by combining logic with imaginative thinking to explore what is at the heart of a situation and develop a workable solution. In this episode of Bite-sized Coaching, certified coach Beverly Landais suggests six steps to effective problem-solving. For bespoke coaching services, contact Beverly Landais at www.beverlylandais.co.uk
2021-06-3003 min
Bite-sized coaching: be the CEO of your lifeHow to get your mojo backPersonal freedom is tantalisingly close as the UK vaccination program rolls out. Coinciding with warmer weather as we head towards summer, it promises a brightening mood and energetic return to an action-packed lifestyle. However, the pandemic's harmful effects linger, with many of us experiencing low energy, apathy and a sense of depletion. If this seems familiar, the chances are that you are languishing in a place where everything feels like an effort. In short, you've lost your mojo. In this episode of Bite-sized Coaching, certified coach Beverly Landais suggests five ideas that will help you shake off post-lockdown lethargy...
2021-06-2212 min
Bite-sized coaching: be the CEO of your lifeHow to handle difficult conversationsThere are times when you will face a conversation that you anticipate will be difficult. Tackling such situations can feel overwhelming your mind turns to think about unwanted reactions that you might meet from the other person, such as upset, anger or denial. Understandably you may avoid acting in the hope that the issue will resolve itself. Unfortunately, this seldom happens. Ignoring problems will not make them disappear. Better to plan the exchange so that you can achieve the best outcome. In today's episode of Bite-sized Coaching, certified coach Beverly Landais shares some tips on how to ditch the...
2021-06-0807 min
Bite-sized coaching: be the CEO of your lifeHow to get the right things doneIt is easy to fall into the trap of being always on the go. Time slips through your fingers like water as you juggle multiple tasks. Often there's a sense that there's no time left over for relaxation and self-care. You reach the end of the day wondering what you've achieved and found it hard to sleep as your mind is buzzing. The result is exhausting. It can feel as if life is unfolding at a whim instead of being an active participant in shaping your future and deciding what's best for you. There is another way. In this...
2021-06-0108 min
Bite-sized coaching: be the CEO of your lifeHow to be an effective leaderWhat differentiates a manager from a leader? According to business guru, Peter Drucker "Management is doing things right; leadership is doing the right things." This episode explores how you can make the transition from an excellent manager to an effective leader. We will explore the mindset of outstanding leadership, consider the six leadership styles, and then do an exercise to help you map where you sit today. Then we will uncover the common pitfalls for leaders and learn how to avoid these, including dealing with emotional wobbles and self-doubt. To discuss the options for bespoke coaching when transitioning into...
2021-05-2211 min
Bite-sized coaching: be the CEO of your lifeSix tips for moving past Impostor SyndromeMany people grapple with severe self-doubt at some point in their life. According to research among global C-suite executives, the biggest fear that they share is being found to be incompetent. Known as Impostor Syndrome, it is estimated that up to 70 per cent of successful people can experience this feeling. This fear can diminish confidence, undermine relationships, and result in extreme behaviour which unchecked may lead to burnout. Fear of being found incompetent can mean being consumed with avoiding failure rather than enjoying the experience of whatever it is that you are doing. In this episode of Bite-sized Coaching, cert...
2021-05-1710 min
Bite-sized coaching: be the CEO of your lifeDeveloping a mindset of successIn this episode of Bite-sized coaching, we look at how mindset can determine how we approach life's challenges and seek out opportunities. Whether we recognise it or not, our attitudes have a massive impact on how we behave and deal with situations, the way we manage people, the extent to which we grasp opportunities and take risks. Mindsets are not themselves fixed. They are beliefs – and beliefs are changeable if we chose to make it so. In today's episode, you will learn how to implement five steps to help you respond to life’s challenges in a new way by em...
2021-05-0308 min
Bite-sized coaching: be the CEO of your lifeHow to get happier at workIt takes time, effort and a good deal of soul-searching to change career direction successfully. You may be lucky and find the right occupation in a short time, but it is unlikely. Many people need to stay in their current job and career while looking for new opportunities. You can take steps that will improve your present situation and help you prepare for a future occupation. In this episode of Bite-sized coaching, you will learn how to empower yourself in your current work situation, consider if a broader change is needed and then plan for your ideal job or...
2021-04-2306 min
Bite-sized coaching: be the CEO of your lifeBuild a goal map for your dream careerIn this episode, we focus on working out what it takes to build a better career where you feel happy, proud of what you do and fulfilled. It would help if you had specific, attainable goals that stretch you and the motivation to work towards them. However, many people struggle to turn their ideas into concrete reality. Often shiny new plans are abandoned because seeing these through proves too demanding, and hopes of change fade away. How do you avoid this trap? Good intention and earnest hope are not enough. If you want beneficial change in your life, you...
2021-04-1605 min
Bite-sized coaching: be the CEO of your lifeBite-sized coaching: create the career you wantIn this podcast, you will learn how to develop a vision for your ideal career or dream job. We will focus on the most crucial part of developing purpose, which is gaining clarity about what matters and motivates you - and why. You will uncover your strengths, skills and capabilities and focus on distilling 'you' at your best. For more career tips, contact Beverly Landais at www.beverlylandais.co.uk
2021-04-1304 min
Bite-sized coaching: be the CEO of your lifeBite-sized coaching: create a personal board of directorsThis episode focuses on how you can prepare for returning to work after a career break. It suggests building self-esteem and boosting self-confidence by creating a personal board of directors that will guide and encourage you. Strategies for how to achieve this are explained, and self-coaching ideas are shared. For further career coaching tips, please contact Beverly Landais, Professional Certified Coach
2021-04-0606 min