Today’s quote is actually a proverb: “A guest sees more in an hour than the host in a year.” (Polish proverb) At first glance, the proverb may seem paradoxical. How can a guest, who spends only a fleeting moment in a host’s domain, possess greater insight than the host, who dwells within it year-round? The … Read more
Happy Tuesday! Today’s quote is acually a proverb: “A bird that flies off the earth and lands on an anthill is still on the ground.” (Nigerian proverb) This proverb jumped out to me as reflecting something I’m sure we’ve all come across in coaching and as individuals. In the realm of human experience, we often … Read more
Happy Tuesday! Today’s quote is actually a proverb: “Coincidence defeats a well-laid plan” (Filipino proverb) While it may seem counterintuitive, this proverb carries profound wisdom that resonates with both our personal and professional experiences. In our fast-paced world, we can often pride ourselves on meticulous planning and strategic thinking. We meticulously outline our goals, chart … Read more
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
Today’s quote of the day is a proverb: “Between saying and doing many a pair of shoes is worn out.” (Italian proverb) In the world of coaching, we can frequently encounter individuals who find themselves caught in a cycle of talking about change without making any tangible progress. Today’s quote of the day perfectly encapsulates … Read more
Today’s coaching inspiration comes in the form of: “With hard work, you can get fire out of a stone.” (Dutch proverb) While the imagery of extracting fire from a stone might seem like a laborious task, the proverb encourages us to consider the value of persistence and hard work. As coaches, we often encounter clients … Read more
Today’s quote is: “The key to success isn’t much good until one discovers the right lock to put it in.” – Chinese Proverb I think that there us an art and a science to coaching. Which means that at times it can feel that there is an intricate dance of coaching, I don’t mean that … Read more
Today’s quote of the day,is actually a proverb: “An hour of play discovers more than a year of conversation does.” (Portuguese proverb) This timeless wisdom resonates deeply with me in the realm of my approach to coaching because it underscores the transformative power of experiential learning and the importance of infusing playfulness into the coaching … Read more