November 2015
Learn the Coaching Language
Coaching brings with it dynamic thinking constructs together with its own unique language, buzz words and vocabulary. Learning the language is a great way to get acquainted with coaching, whether you’re about to coach or [...]
June 2015
An Executive Coaches story about Personal Transformation
I began a personal transformation journey 16 months ago. Originally my intention was a 3-month sabbatical from my home town of Cape Town in South Africa to the city of Santiago in Chile. Because I [...]
How to Stand Out without Shouting Out
Personal Branding is a real buzzword at the moment. It’s a well accepted concept in cultures where personal success is rewarded and individuals who stand out are applauded. But it’s less known in cultures where [...]
July 2014
5 Unexpected ideas to boost your leadership Brand and Presence
In 2013 Forbes headlined an article titled Personal Branding is a Leadership Requirement, not a Self-Promotion Campaign, reminding us that 'Developing your personal brand is essential for the advancement of your career and development as [...]
How to recognise a charlatan coach
The headline of this post makes me feel lousy. Like I am dissing other coaches who I feel are not the real deal. But the post has been brewing within me and I must let [...]
March 2014
Executive Coaching goes Mobile: 4 Reasons to switch to technology-based coaching
I have been blessed by a solid stream of coaching clients since I started my coaching practice in 2005. It's not been an easy road - I have worked very hard to promote myself and [...]