Jen WallerToday’s quote is: “There is only one success … to be able to spend your life in your way.” (Christopher Morley) This quote prompts us to ponder what true success means to us and how we can achieve it while staying true to ourselves. As coaches, we play a pivotal role in guiding others on … Read more
Today’s quote is: “Where is the wisdom we have lost in knowledge? Where is the knowledge we have lost in information?” (T.S. Eliot) This quote invites us to reflect deeply on the nature of wisdom, knowledge, and information. I’m going to add the invitation to consider how they intersect in your coaching practice. Exploring the … Read more
Today’s quote is: “Nothing ever fatigues me, but doing what I do not like.” (Jane Austin) This quote can be interpreted in numerous ways, but let’s apply it practically to our work as coaches. In our line of work, there’s a constant influx of advice and strategies marketed to coaches on the topic off marketing, … Read more
Today’s quote is: “Lend yourself to others, but give yourself to yourself.” (Michel de Montaigne) While it may not apply to every single approach to coaching, many coaches think of themselves as being part of the helping profession. We often lend ourselves to others, spending time imparting knowledge and nudging wisdom to the forefront. We … Read more
Today’s quote is: “To climb steep hills requires slow pace at first.” (William Shakespeare) As coaches, we often find ourselves guiding our clients through treacherous terrains and daunting obstacles. This quote serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of patience, persistence, and strategic pacing in our coaching practice. Building Momentum Sometimes getting started can … Read more
The quote for today is: “If you hear a voice within you saying, ‘You are not a painter,’ then by all means paint, boy, and that voice will be silenced.” (Vincent Van Gogh) In the realm of coaching, Vincent Van Gogh’s words shared in a 1883 letter points towards lsitening to your own inner wisdom … Read more
Today’s quote to begin the week is actually a proverb: “The beginning is the half of every action,” (Greek proverb) In the realm of coaching, beginnings hold a unique significance. They mark the inception of transformation, the genesis of growth, and the initiation of a journey towards self-discovery. As coaches, we are entrusted with the … Read more
Today’s quote is: “The fly sat upon the axel-tree of the chariot-wheel and said, ‘What a dust do I raise!’” (The fly and the wheel, Aesop) In this ancient tale, the fly perceives itself as the catalyst for change, oblivious to the fact that it’s merely riding on the wheel that’s causing the disruption. This … Read more