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Is it OK to talk about business development in a coaching supervision session?

When I first signed up for coaching supervision back in 2005, I thought the sessions were only for reflecting on client case studies, exploring ethics, tricky boundaries, or to develop coaching skills.

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'If I had six hours to chop down a tree, I would spend the first four hours sharpening the axe.' Abraham Lincoln

I was speaking to one of my longest standing clients the other day at the end of the session. I mentioned that I had been expertly putting off writing this Blog and she reminded me of some of the tools that I have used with her in the past to keep her on track.

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When your client has the ‘corner office’ (and you feel 2 feet tall)

I remember one of my first coaching sessions with a C-suite exec. It was face to face, in an awe inspiring building in the centre of London.

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Does a coaching session need to end with a conclusion?

One of the things I’ve noticed when working with new coaches, is their perceived need to “wrap things up neatly” by the end of a session.

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Is it OK for coaches to share their vulnerability?

As Coach Supervisor, one of the questions I’m often asked is: How much of myself should I bring into the room? More specifically, Is it okay to share my own vulnerability?

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5 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Starting Your Own Business

Starting a business is often the result of a deep passion and a clear purpose. However, even with the best intentions, many new entrepreneurs find themselves overwhelmed or off track because of early missteps.

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