Posts in Adaptability
How long does it take to become a CEO?

On average it takes 24 years to become a CEO, however, a long-term study demonstrated, how you can get there faster (and better equipped).

Of course it takes Resilience, however, it’s also about being “squiggly”, asking for help and learning as you go.

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The Apprentice: Possibly the worst example of leadership in action

I know The Apprentice is a TV Programme, however, I do worry that too many people are seeing their behaviours as a way to lead and “get ahead”.

After the 2008 financial Crash, a “New Leaders Paradigm” was highlighted that would be a different way forward - and it requires Resilience as well as a healthy approach to Ego.

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What does it really mean to ‘Thrive’?

When people are truly Resilient then they are “living”in a space of Thrive, rather than coping or surviving.

Thriving Leaders know their Strengths, are optimistic, know their Strengths and capabilities and can genuinely see challenges as opportunities. They are “enjoying” themselves most of the time, even if they are dealing with difficult situations.

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Is now the right time for a resilience coach?

What reflections, learning and growth do you want to take forward into next year?

Engaging with a Coach now, is potentially more important than ever. Resilient people generally feel more focussed, calm and in command of their challenges; can see opportunities and are more likely to make emotionally intelligent decisions.

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Business owners: How do you make decisions?

How do you make decisions?

Business Owners and Leaders have to balance them as a human, data and strategy. How well do you balance these in your decision making approach.

In a VUCA World, business leaders have to “resolve a suite of dilemmas ethically and creatively”.

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Building confidence: visualise your future self

How do you Build your Confidence? Or what’s your general belief that you can perform tasks (do stuff?)

There are specific ways in which everyone can build their confidence by working upon their Self-Efficacy and there are 5 ways of doing this.

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Resilience gives you the confidence to find your happy place!

Have you had a “Magic moment” in your life? Or even a few of them?

For me, it was one of the first moments when I empowered myself to make a significant choice about my education. This had a hugely positive impact on my wellbeing.

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Are some people born resilient, or is resilience learned?

Are we born with Resilience or is it learned?

A delve into the “nature versus nurture debate”!

We can all achieve Resilience and we are all individuals, therefore, our path to achieving it depends on a number of factors…

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Mental toughness is no good without resilience

Too often, in my opinion, Mental Toughness is seen as “keep going regardless”.

A number of sporting icons have recently made the great choice to pause, reflect and take a step away to ensure their wellbeing benefits - this is more of a Resilient mindset.

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