Today’s quote is: “Rest satisfied with doing well, and leave others to talk of you as they please.” (Pythagoras) Three elements lept out at me with this quote. First I wonder how many read this and focused upon their feelings towards the author? Did your mind wander to any familiarity with mathematics and Pythagorean theorem? … Read more
This quote should have been posted on 9th Feb but for some reason missed out on being scheduled – despite being written! So here is a post all about hard questions before we move into a new month. “To ask the hard question is simple” (W. H. Auden) As a coach, this statement resonates deeply … Read more
Today’s quote is actually a proverb: “Take heed you do not find what you do not seek.” (English proverb) This timeless wisdom resonates deeply in our fast-paced world, where we often find ourselves seeking answers to questions that may not truly address our underlying concerns. As coaches, we understand the frustration that arises when our … Read more
Happy Monday, fellow coaches! Today’s quote is: “Thousands of geniuses live and die undiscovered — either by themselves or by others.” (Mark Twain) As we embark on another week of guiding and empowering individuals, let’s delve into this thought-provoking statement. It prompted us to ponder the role of coaches in uncovering latent genius and nurturing … Read more
Today’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