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- Writing Your Personal Vision/Mission Statement - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2003 from Cecile PeterkinCopyright 2003, Cosmiccoachingcentre.com I recently spent some time revising my personal vision/mission statement for my coaching practice. While doing this, it occurred to me that the vision I have for my work is closely related to my personal vision. Having a job that reflects my personal ...
Views: 32756(9 votes) - Mentoring in the Workplace - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2009 from Cecile PeterkinEmployee mentoring programs are becoming increasingly common in both larger and smaller businesses. Just as large corporations will find that there are a number of advantages to having a corporate mentoring program, smaller businesses will find that mentoring in the workplace offers a number of ...
Views: 15721(11 votes) - How to Write Your Personal Mission/Vision Statement to Achieve Your Goals - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2009 from Cecile PeterkinI recently spent some time revising my personal vision/mission statement for my career coaching and mentoring practice. While doing this, it occurred to me that the vision I have for my work is closely related to my personal vision. Having a job that reflects my personal vision is powerful ...
Views: 4025(1 vote) - Common Long-Term Goals of Small Business Owners - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2014 from Cecile PeterkinGoal setting is an essential part of starting a new business. For business owners, the goals that need to be identified should not only include business goals, but personal goals as well. These objectives serve as the guiding light for businesses for them to eventually become successful and ...
Views: 3945 - Factors Affecting the Effectiveness of Business Communication - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2014 from Cecile PeterkinBusiness communication is what companies use to communicate with their employees, executives, as well as their consumers or the general public. For small startup businesses, this method is crucial as they have to relay to their customers some very specific messages in relation to the services ...
Views: 3867 - How Humility Makes Better Leaders - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2014 from Cecile PeterkinAs they say, the ultimate proof of a leader’s effectiveness is the success of his company or organization. If you take a closer look at some of the most successful companies around, you will realize that they all have a Level 5 leader. This kind of leader is someone who does not allow his ego to ...
Views: 2979 - Negotiating Your Severance Package - Should You? - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2009 from Cecile PeterkinGiven that the economy is nowhere near as strong as it could be, more and more companies are looking at layoffs as an option that will help them to stay in business. No matter how great you are at your job, there is a risk of the company eliminating your position - and if that happens, it’s ...
Views: 2690(1 vote) - Telephone Interview Tips: How to Get Your Foot in the Door - by Submitted on Mar 31, 2010 from Cecile PeterkinAs job seekers broaden their horizons to include positions far from their home town, and human resources departments try to deal with the deluge of job applications brought on by the recession, telephone interviews have become much more popular. Here are some telephone interview tips that will ...
Views: 2329(7 votes) - Life Coaching: How to Deal with Temperamental People at Work - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2016 from Cecile PeterkinHaving to work with temperamental people is not easy at all. In fact, being around and having to deal with people who easily lose their cool can take away all the fun in your job! It can also be very intimidating to work with a person like this, and if you're not very careful, you may find ...
Views: 2316 - 7 Signs You Badly Need a Break and Time for Career Planning - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2016 from Cecile PeterkinTaking regular breaks from work is essential if you want to keep the balance in your life. However, it's too tempting to keep working hard because you know it's what will eventually lead you to career success and advancement. Many of us wait until they experience a burnout before they recognize ...
Views: 2270 - Personal Coach Tips for Maintaining a Successful Career and a Happy Family Life - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2015 from Cecile PeterkinA person’s career success depends on several factors, but essentially, you need to have dedication and commitment if you want to enjoy the career you’ve always wanted to pursue. On the other hand, having a fulfilling life outside work is another thing and requires more effort and consistency. ...
Views: 2233 - Career Tips to Revamp Your Resume and Kick Start Your New Career - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2010 from Cecile PeterkinOver the last few decades, there has been an ever-increasing trend of people switching careers at least once rather than staying with one company for their entire working life. Recently, this trend appears to have accelerated dramatically. Whether you have decided to switch careers to fulfill ...
Views: 2177(2 votes) - How to Keep Employees Happy, Boost Morale and Reduce Stress During an Economic Downturn - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2009 from Cecile PeterkinOne of the primary concerns that businesses have these days is simple: it's all about determining how to keep employees happy. No matter how stable your company is despite the economy, your staff will have concerns and uncertainty and financial stresses. Unfortunately that stress is something ...
Views: 2127 - Business Coaching: How to Conduct Meaningful Exit Interviews - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2015 from Cecile PeterkinDo you ever wonder why your top employees are leaving you? Do you want to know what you could have done to convince them to stay with you instead? Well, a good exit interview can give you the answer to these questions. On the part of employees, exit interviews are often the last serious form ...
Views: 2117 - Personal Coach Tips on How to Overcome Laziness - by Submitted on May 06, 2015 from Cecile PeterkinIs there really a way you could stop being lazy and become a bit more productive? By surfing the internet, you will surely find tons of tips and pieces of advice on how you can avoid being lazy. However, such steps may not always be suitable for everybody. Thus, it is important that you find a ...
Views: 1944 - Professional Mentoring - A Tool for Workplace Diversity - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2010 from Cecile PeterkinAs the worldwide economy becomes more strained and the demand for expertise in the workplace increases, people will be relocating from different cultures and countries, in order to provide for their families and establish careers. Individuals will be spending the majority of their waking hours ...
Views: 1780(2 votes) - Life Coaching Tips for Becoming an Inspirational Leader - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2016 from Cecile PeterkinAs a business owner and a leader, part of your job is to inspire your employees as well as customers so that you may accomplish your business goals. The reason is that people are likely to follow those who can motivate them to achieve their personal and career goals. Thus, for you to be an ...
Views: 1773 - 6 Simple Life Coaching Tips to Avoid Wasting Time in the Morning - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2015 from Cecile PeterkinIf you’re someone who hates waking up early in the morning, then it must be a real struggle for you to get out of bed and start the day right after sunrise. Well, waking up in the morning is a tough challenge even for a morning person actually. Below are some tips we hope you find useful if ...
Views: 1751 - How Business Owners or Managers Should Communicate with Their People - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2014 from Cecile PeterkinAs a manager or a business owner, you have the burden of making sure that there is effective communication within your business or company. But this is no easy task at all. Can you actually sleep at night feeling so sure that your staff understood the critical information you shared with them? ...
Views: 1710 - Five Effective Interview Questions for Hiring Managers - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2012 from Cecile PeterkinWhile it is usually very easy for hiring managers to determine just what the wrong questions to ask during an interview are it can be much harder for them to come up with the right ones. Asking effective interview questions is a skill that every great hiring manager has to possess though, as a ...
Views: 1680 - Transitioning New Employees into the Workplace with Employee Mentoring Programs - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2011 from Cecile PeterkinHiring new employees is a very different experience for different companies. In some cases, there are challenges because of diversity issues and cases in which there are concerns about whether or not the fit will be right - especially when the company is hiring someone younger to lead a ...
Views: 1655(2 votes) - Is It Right to Make Money Your Biggest Priority? - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2014 from Cecile PeterkinMoney is not a bad thing at all, of course. It only becomes evil when you start to make earning and accumulating a lot of money your purpose and goal in life. So is making money the main reason you are alive? You would initially say “Of course not!” This seems like a really easy question to ...
Views: 1637 - Team Building Benefits When Team Members Coach Each Other - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2009 from Cecile PeterkinBusinesses that consistently perform at the top of their game often have one thing going for them that less successful companies don't: a strong team. Because of this, businesses that are looking for the chance to take a larger hold within their markets are going to want to look into team ...
Views: 1636 - Career Coaching Tip - A Positive Attitude at Work Is Your Path towards Career Advancement - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2015 from Cecile PeterkinHaving the right attitude at work can do many incredible things to your life and your career – it helps you meet goals, get some sort of career advancement, and just enjoy your job more! Unfortunately, not all of us are lucky enough to have a job that we love. So how are you supposed to keep a ...
Views: 1629 - Life Coaching: What to Tell Yourself When You Don't Think You Are Good Enough - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2015 from Cecile PeterkinLife is too good and too short to keep whining about your problems and difficulties. There's no way you can get the best out of life when you keep looking at your defeats and refusing to see the brighter side of your life. While it's impossible for anybody to be happy all the time, you shouldn't ...
Views: 1619 - Simple Job Interview Etiquette that Means a Lot - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2014 from Cecile PeterkinIf you are currently searching for a job, you must have searched the internet for tips on how you can have a successful job interview. It is also likely that you have read various materials regarding the important job interview etiquette. Most of the elements of proper etiquette during job ...
Views: 1604 - Effects of Bad Customer Communication on Your Business - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2014 from Cecile PeterkinThere is no doubt that customer satisfaction plays a key role on how businesses develop quality products and keep revenue coming. This explains why it is important for a company to implement effective methods for communicating with their customers. This way, they could remain current with what ...
Views: 1599 - Stay Energized to Remain Productive - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2014 from Cecile PeterkinHave you ever felt like you just don’t have the energy to make it through the day at work? There are days when it seems too difficult to keep your eyes open and stay focused, and all you would want to do is sleep or take a nap. While it is natural for any human being to feel tired or exhausted, ...
Views: 1589 - Keeping the Balance Between Being an Entrepreneur and a Family Man - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2014 from Cecile PeterkinMany of us wish to become entrepreneurs to become their own boss. But while it sounds exciting and easy to run your own business, entrepreneurship isn’t for everyone. Successful businessmen actually make more sacrifices than any ordinary career person would. One common observation is that ...
Views: 1585 - Why Bringing Home Work Is Bad for Your Career Planning - by Submitted on May 20, 2015 from Cecile PeterkinAlthough many people find nothing wrong with the practice of taking home unfinished work, many also don’t like the idea of letting work intrude their personal lives. If you consider home as an extension of your workplace, it is likely that you won’t be able to reach your full potential. It is ...
Views: 1583 - Decision-Making Tips from an Expert Personal Coach - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2015 from Cecile PeterkinMaking a decision is regarded as one of the most difficult things all of us have to do every single day of our lives. It is also one act that defines an individual who has a role of a leader. Although it is given that managers and company leaders are the ones who should make huge decisions, not ...
Views: 1568 - Developing Resilience to Achieve Success - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2014 from Cecile PeterkinResilience is the ability of a person to adapt and recover whenever things do not go according to plan. A very important trait of a resilient person is his or her refusal to dwell on negativity and failures in his life. Resilient people acknowledge and face the situation they are in, learn from ...
Views: 1555 - Are You In Love or Just Attached? - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2015 from Cecile PeterkinIf you are currently in a relationship, it's likely that you feel sure you are in love with your partner. But do you sometimes wonder too if it's real love that you feel or just mere attachment. Love can be very complicated, but after reading this post, you will have a better understanding of ...
Views: 1545 - How to Remain Calm Under Pressure - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2014 from Cecile PeterkinPatience is something that many of us find very hard to acquire or develop, perhaps because it is way too easy to just be impatient. But do you know that when you lose control of your patience, you hurt not only the people around you, but yourself as well? Impatience can cause your stress levels ...
Views: 1541 - Life Coaching Tips for Boosting Concentration at Work - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2015 from Cecile PeterkinFor those who have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder or ADHD, keeping themselves focused and efficient in their jobs can be very difficult. The distractibility, restlessness, and limited attention span can have severe effects on how a person performs at work. If you have this condition, ...
Views: 1537 - Life Coaching Tactics for Dealing with Backstabbing Coworkers - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2015 from Cecile PeterkinAs you change jobs and even careers, you will come to a realisation that people really come in many different colors. Many work as hard as you do and are even kind-hearted. Of course, you enjoy being and working with them. Unfortunately, there are also those who have negative personalities. The ...
Views: 1522 - Searching for Future Leaders in your Organization? - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2010 from Cecile PeterkinAre you searching for future leaders in your organization? Before advertising a new position, look within the office walls first. With attention to mentoring and leadership development, any organization will benefit from leaders that have the knowledge required and the best interests of the ...
Views: 1494(5 votes) - How Does Your Attitude Affect Your Life and Career Planning Success? - by Submitted on Nov 26, 2015 from Cecile PeterkinWhen it comes to being successful in one's life or career, many of us think that those who are blessed with intelligence or high IQ are the ones who are likely to achieve success. There is new research from Stanford University, however, that challenges this belief. According to psychologist ...
Views: 1490 - 7 Things You Need to Let Go of If You Want to Move Ahead in Life - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2015 from Cecile PeterkinTaking a big step in life is always scary, especially if there is no guarantee that things will end up the way you want them to be. Whether you are going to college, getting married, or changing careers, there are some things that you have to learn to let go of if you want to move ahead. #1 ...
Views: 1484 - Life Coaching Advice on How to Avoid Office Politics - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2015 from Cecile PeterkinAccording to a saying, putting two people in a room is the beginning of politics. Social stratification is part of every society, and even of the smallest organizations. Without a doubt, the workplace is one where you can find the biggest pressure, especially in terms of getting titles, higher ...
Views: 1484 - How Your Personal Values Can Affect Your Life and Career - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2014 from Cecile PeterkinIt is very common to hear from career experts that you should define your values first before you could set your career path. This may sound easy, but you actually cannot define your values without knowing what they are actually. Well, your values are comprised of the things you think and ...
Views: 1465 - Executive Coaching: Can You Be a Great Leader If You Are Shy? - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2015 from Cecile PeterkinManagers are generally authoritative, daring leaders. On the other hand, shy people are likely to hold back, be reserved in conversations, and even avoid social interactions. A very interesting question now is whether or not shy people can be effective leaders. If you are a shy type and you ...
Views: 1464 - Advice on Hiring for Small Businesses - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2014 from Cecile PeterkinFor any business owner, the process of hiring personnel is always one of the most difficult tasks to undertake. Thus, for those who are just starting up their own small business, getting some advice from the more experienced ones is recommended, particularly when it comes to deciding when it is ...
Views: 1458 - How Can a Bad Boss Be Useful for Your Career Planning? - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2015 from Cecile PeterkinYou have a boss who’s narcissistic, mean, incompetent, and just plain unlovable. But instead of letting your boss’s unpleasant behavior affect your productivity and happiness in the workplace, why not turn it to your advantage? It is almost impossible that you will ever love your boss’s bad ...
Views: 1458 - How to Recover from a Bad Job Interview And Get The Job - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2010 from Cecile PeterkinIt can happen to anyone. For one reason or another - a late arrival, botching answers to key questions, failing to show knowledge about the company - you had a bad job interview. Although the proverb is true, you never get a second chance to make a first impression, you do have an opportunity to ...
Views: 1458 - 5 Life Coaching Tips We Should Learn from Warren Buffet - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2015 from Cecile PeterkinWarren Buffet is without a doubt one of the most successful investors in the history. He is known for his savvy investments that have earned him billions of dollars. Although he literally has got nothing to worry about in terms of his finances, because he’s got lots of money, he must be very ...
Views: 1457 - Things That Happy People Do Not Care About - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2014 from Cecile PeterkinIf you are serious about becoming a better and happier person, what’s important is that you keep your focus on your main goal, which is to be happy. Once you find your own happiness, you will instantly be a better person in every aspect of the word. Finding what can make you happy isn’t the ...
Views: 1457 - Business Coaching: Negative Effects of Not Investing in Employee Training - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2015 from Cecile PeterkinTraining employees definitely costs time, money, and other company resources. In most cases, a third party is even necessary to provide job training to employees, which results to additional costs, unbilled hours, as well as missed time. Many employers often hesitate to spend on training ...
Views: 1451 - 6 Reasons Your Life Coaching Experts Always Recommend Taking a Vacation - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2015 from Cecile PeterkinWe should admit it - we are now more concerned about our livelihood, jobs and careers than anything else. This could be explained by the fact that we are all just bouncing off from the recession, which made us all realize the importance of everything we have. The problem, however, is that the ...
Views: 1446 - Are You Sure Your Manners Are Acceptable? - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2014 from Cecile PeterkinHaving good manners is defined as behaving in a way that does not make other people uncomfortable in your presence. Since it is crucial that a workplace have a pleasant and supportive environment, everyone in it is expected to contribute to creating a workplace environment that promotes good ...
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