Reflections on Aesop’s Fable: Embracing Humility and Perspective

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

Navigating Challenges in Coaching and embracing imperfection

Today’s quote is: “There is always a ‘but’ in this imperfect world.” (Anne Bronte) Coaching, to me, is about guiding someone towards their true self. This quote resonates with me because it applies to coaching as well. There will always be hurdles to overcome, challenges to face, and uncertainties to navigate. But it’s how we … Read more

Embracing Rest: The Importance of Downtime for Coaches

Today’s quote is: “Rest is not idleness, and to lie sometimes on the grass under the trees on a summer’s day, listening to the murmur of water, or watching the clouds float across the blue sky, is by no means waste of time” (Sir John Lubbock) As coaches, we’re accustomed to giving our all to … Read more

Love: The Heart of Coaching

Today’s quote is: “Life is short and we have never too much time for gladdening the hearts of those who are traveling the dark journey with us. Oh, be swift to love, make haste to be kind!” (Henri-Frédéric Amiel) In the realm of coaching, amidst the goals, strategies, and growth, it’s easy to overlook the … Read more

Understanding Why Clients Struggle to Quit a Project

Today’s quote is actually a proverb: “Of all the stratagems to know when to quit is the best.” (Chinese proverb) This may seem like common sense at times, but I’m sure we’ve all been in situations where, with the benefit of hindsight, we missed the signs of quitting something at an earlier stage. I suspect … Read more

Embracing Purposeful Coaching: A New Perspective

Today’s quote is: “Nature does nothing without purpose or uselessly.” (Joseph Addison) I’ve noticed a perception among some new coaches that everything in coaching must be meticulously planned in advance. However, that’s not my approach. For me, coaching is a conversation, and I can’t predict the other half of the dialogue before my client even … Read more