Victory, success, is a strange thing. It can be something we crave, and it can be something that we routinely achieve. Alternatively, it is sometimes something that eludes us, leaving us feeling frustrated. And, of course, there are those occasions when what initially feels like defeat is actually a victory in disguise. The reality is […]
People avoid making plans and setting goals for all sorts of reasons. There is, though, in my experience a recurring reason. Some take the view that once you’ve set the plan in motion or started working towards your goal, you have to see it through. And this will lead to one of two outcomes; success
A while ago I was doing a couple of courses, both of which involved a bus ride from central Manchester and passed through the university area. It was, of course, packed with students. Adult life for most of them was just beginning, and university was the first step towards the life that they want for
We are almost at the end of January, and the madness of December, Christmas, and New Year feels like a distant memory. Indeed, there may only be two reminders of those times. Firstly, those additional pounds we’ve gained by eating and drinking too much. And secondly, the pounds we’ve lost by spending too much. January
Christmas and New Year are times that some people love, some loathe, and some go to great lengths to avoid. You may have had an amazing time. Alternatively, you may be relieved that normality, whatever that is for you, has returned. It’s possible that some of you were with friends and family. I know that
New Year’s resolutions are a waste of time. Most last little more than a month and by the end of year, few are sustaining any change. We may experience some regret or guilt, the feelings pass, and we repeat the process at the start of the following year. Does this sound familiar? So, here’s an
It’s that time of year again. For some, Christmas brings great joy. Others, though, find the season a challenging one. And for all sorts of reasons. If you’re ready to throw yourself into the festivities, then do so. Alternatively, if you just wish it’d all go away, now is the time for a plan. Wherever
For some, this year may have been a good one. For others, less so. Of course, it’s possible that your year has gone really badly. Alternatively, you may have had the best year ever. The reality, though, is that this is where you are now. And, no matter how your year has been, it’s what
I’m often struck by the very varied reasons that people seek out a coach and what they want to achieve from the relationship. Some make major changes, some make small, incremental changes, and some suddenly find their path, changing direction and changing their lives. It’s all about defining the dream and then making it happen.
We’re now in the last month of 2025, and it always feels to me as though it’s time to reflect on the year. If we’re planners, we’ll have an idea of where we want to be, having made our plans and set our goals in preparation at the start of the year. Of course, we