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Wednesday, 01 May 2013 11:13
Demigod Leaders
My daughter and I share a love of Greek and Roman mythology. We are currently reading “The Mark of Athena,” the third installment of Rick Riordan’s “The Heroes of Olympus.” It is such great material and rich with modern interpretations of the stories.
Percy Jackson, a demigod (son of Poseidon and a mortal) and one of the main heroes in the book series, is confronted with a particularly challenging quest. Following a confrontation with another demigod in which Percy very well could have been killed, he begins to question his power…and himself. Eerily like many leaders in top organizations I work with on a daily basis.
“Percy didn’t feel powerful. The more heroic stuff he did, the more he realized how limited he was. He felt like a fraud. ‘I’m not as great as you think,’ he wanted to warn his friends. Maybe that’s why he had started to fear suffocation. It wasn’t so much drowning in the earth or the sea, but the feeling that he was sinking into too many expectations, literally getting in over his head.”
When I read Percy’s rumination I flashed back to a conversation I had with a CEO of an organization last year. Much of the business’s growth had been meteoric and his “reputation” had grown with similar speed -- to almost cult like proportions.
His ego reveled in being held in such high regard, but through our discussions he acknowledged he was quaking inside, “Just waiting for them to see who I really am and for it all to fall apart!”
As his external world seemed to improve his internal world deteriorated. This leader found himself closing down and trying to control more and more. He was less open to comments from his executive team, often making unilateral decisions without consulting them. He discounted information that he did not agree with. He was cutting himself off -- suffocating himself!
He began to lose touch with the values that anchored his initial success, replacing them with others’ expectations. His compass no longer pointed to his “true north,” and he began to lose his way.
We see it constantly in the news -- General Patraeus, Eliot Spitzer, and the Secret Service detail in Columbia, to name just a few leaders (or those considered leaders in their field). They drowned in others’ expectations or projections of greatness, leading to poor judgment and a belief to some extent of being “above the law.”
When a CEO (or any leader) loses their way, it has a ripple effect throughout the organization, their family, and their entire community! The collateral damage is immense.
Who else do you know who responds to feelings of vulnerability and inadequacy with greater levels of denial, self-importance, and constriction? We all know someone who fits that profile...they might even be staring at us in the mirror in the morning.
The remedy is a loving, tough, trusting, outside advisor. A person who calls it like they see it and says the things that a person often doesn’t want to hear. Luckily, Percy Jackson had his demigod friends as trusted advisors to help him find his way.
Who do you have?
Commit to getting your own advisor (it could be an executive coach, a mentor, or a trusted friend), or you may run the risk of becoming a self destructive high performer. Leadership is a challenging path that all of us need help navigating. Make sure that you have a support system that will keep you from a path like Percy’s.
Oh, and that CEO I had the discussion with…he’s still looking for work.
©2013 and beyond Executive Coaching University. All rights reserved.
Percy Jackson, a demigod (son of Poseidon and a mortal) and one of the main heroes in the book series, is confronted with a particularly challenging quest. Following a confrontation with another demigod in which Percy very well could have been killed, he begins to question his power…and himself. Eerily like many leaders in top organizations I work with on a daily basis.
“Percy didn’t feel powerful. The more heroic stuff he did, the more he realized how limited he was. He felt like a fraud. ‘I’m not as great as you think,’ he wanted to warn his friends. Maybe that’s why he had started to fear suffocation. It wasn’t so much drowning in the earth or the sea, but the feeling that he was sinking into too many expectations, literally getting in over his head.”
When I read Percy’s rumination I flashed back to a conversation I had with a CEO of an organization last year. Much of the business’s growth had been meteoric and his “reputation” had grown with similar speed -- to almost cult like proportions.
His ego reveled in being held in such high regard, but through our discussions he acknowledged he was quaking inside, “Just waiting for them to see who I really am and for it all to fall apart!”
As his external world seemed to improve his internal world deteriorated. This leader found himself closing down and trying to control more and more. He was less open to comments from his executive team, often making unilateral decisions without consulting them. He discounted information that he did not agree with. He was cutting himself off -- suffocating himself!
He began to lose touch with the values that anchored his initial success, replacing them with others’ expectations. His compass no longer pointed to his “true north,” and he began to lose his way.
We see it constantly in the news -- General Patraeus, Eliot Spitzer, and the Secret Service detail in Columbia, to name just a few leaders (or those considered leaders in their field). They drowned in others’ expectations or projections of greatness, leading to poor judgment and a belief to some extent of being “above the law.”
When a CEO (or any leader) loses their way, it has a ripple effect throughout the organization, their family, and their entire community! The collateral damage is immense.
Who else do you know who responds to feelings of vulnerability and inadequacy with greater levels of denial, self-importance, and constriction? We all know someone who fits that profile...they might even be staring at us in the mirror in the morning.
The remedy is a loving, tough, trusting, outside advisor. A person who calls it like they see it and says the things that a person often doesn’t want to hear. Luckily, Percy Jackson had his demigod friends as trusted advisors to help him find his way.
Who do you have?
Commit to getting your own advisor (it could be an executive coach, a mentor, or a trusted friend), or you may run the risk of becoming a self destructive high performer. Leadership is a challenging path that all of us need help navigating. Make sure that you have a support system that will keep you from a path like Percy’s.
Oh, and that CEO I had the discussion with…he’s still looking for work.
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Thursday, 08 May 2014 00:00
World Business and Executive Coach Summit 2014
Our Founder and CEO, Drayton Boylston, is once again honored to be presenting at WBECS this year with the likes of John Maxwell, Marshall Goldsmith, and many other esteemed colleagues. Please join us for 30 complimentary pre summit sessions. All sessions are "no pitch," which we love. Pure content. Pure growth.
Here's the link to enroll for the FREE sessions: http://wbecs.com/partner/a/wbecs2014/a2113
One of the primary goals of The Executive Coaching University is to promote the best practices in our profession. Additionally, we want to raise the awareness and standards of coaching worldwide.
With that desire, we have partnered with the well respected World Business and Executive Coaching Summit to bring the leaders in the coaching industry together to provide a no charge, no pitch, educational experience.
WBECS offers an outstanding professional growth opportunity. It brings together the thought leaders of the coaching world to share their knowledge and experience with practicing, and aspiring, coaches.
You can get your complimentary pass here: http://wbecs.com/partner/a/wbecs2014/a2113
The presenters are diverse and first rate. They include:
John C. Maxwell: One of the top coaches on the concept of leadership.
Dr. Marshall Goldsmith: One of the top thought leaders in the field of management.
Frances Hesselbein: Presidential Medal of Freedom Recipient and President of the Drucker Foundation.
Last year, hundreds of professional coaches gave testimonials as to the value of the conference. That is why we not only endorse this conference but will also be providing a discount for you to attend the full summit. We will send you details about this next month. For now, be sure to register for the complimentary pre-summit series here: http://wbecs.com/partner/a/wbecs2014/a2113
You’ll be able to attend all 30 sessions live or listen to the recordings at your convenience.
Once again, here is the link to join the complimentary sessions: http://wbecs.com/partner/a/wbecs2014/a2113
Enjoy!
Here's the link to enroll for the FREE sessions: http://wbecs.com/partner/a/wbecs2014/a2113
One of the primary goals of The Executive Coaching University is to promote the best practices in our profession. Additionally, we want to raise the awareness and standards of coaching worldwide.
With that desire, we have partnered with the well respected World Business and Executive Coaching Summit to bring the leaders in the coaching industry together to provide a no charge, no pitch, educational experience.
WBECS offers an outstanding professional growth opportunity. It brings together the thought leaders of the coaching world to share their knowledge and experience with practicing, and aspiring, coaches.
You can get your complimentary pass here: http://wbecs.com/partner/a/wbecs2014/a2113
The presenters are diverse and first rate. They include:
John C. Maxwell: One of the top coaches on the concept of leadership.
Dr. Marshall Goldsmith: One of the top thought leaders in the field of management.
Frances Hesselbein: Presidential Medal of Freedom Recipient and President of the Drucker Foundation.
Last year, hundreds of professional coaches gave testimonials as to the value of the conference. That is why we not only endorse this conference but will also be providing a discount for you to attend the full summit. We will send you details about this next month. For now, be sure to register for the complimentary pre-summit series here: http://wbecs.com/partner/a/wbecs2014/a2113
You’ll be able to attend all 30 sessions live or listen to the recordings at your convenience.
Once again, here is the link to join the complimentary sessions: http://wbecs.com/partner/a/wbecs2014/a2113
Enjoy!
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Thursday, 25 April 2013 11:36
Where Has Your Happiness Gone?
My inbox sat at 1,405 emails, my calendar was over flowing, and my task list was miles long. I was in a state of overwhelm. Certainly not in a state of happiness...
Sound familiar? I bet it does…
If I only had the time to catch up. If only I had the time to be happy…
With most of us over scheduling and multitasking, how can anything really get our attention, much less, our focus? Especially our focus on what is truly important. “Busyness” has taken over. At what cost? Where has our happiness gone?
I spent time with a client the other day who, from an outside perspective, you would think has it “all.” Beautiful home with a panoramic view of the ocean, fancy car, high status, lots of money. With one question I stopped him in his tracks; “Are you happy?” It was like I hit him with a two-by-four. The conversation went dead silent. After a long pause he answered “No.”
I harken back to when I was “slapped in the face” by life. Within one day my life as I knew it was forever changed. I never saw it coming. My ambition as an athlete, my thriving career, my beautiful home, didn’t mean a thing. I had lost my health and immediately nothing else mattered. All that mattered was that I made it through the day. All that mattered was finding a glimpse of happiness through the pain.
Life changes on a dime, so my question to you is “Are you ready?” and more importantly, “Are you happy?” Isn’t that what we are trying to achieve will all of our efforts? Have we lost sight of that? I know I did and didn’t even realize it.
Right now take inventory of your level of happiness. On a scale of 1-10 what is it? If you are like most it needs some work. I challenge you to ask yourself, “What one step can I take today to create a little more happiness in my life?”
Trust me, it’s worth it. You’re worth it. If you don’t take care of yourself and focus on finding your happiness you may well get a big wakeup call like I did.
Give yourself the gift of happiness once again. It’s a choice. Slow down and make it.
©2013 and beyond Executive Coaching University. All rights reserved.
Sound familiar? I bet it does…
If I only had the time to catch up. If only I had the time to be happy…
With most of us over scheduling and multitasking, how can anything really get our attention, much less, our focus? Especially our focus on what is truly important. “Busyness” has taken over. At what cost? Where has our happiness gone?
I spent time with a client the other day who, from an outside perspective, you would think has it “all.” Beautiful home with a panoramic view of the ocean, fancy car, high status, lots of money. With one question I stopped him in his tracks; “Are you happy?” It was like I hit him with a two-by-four. The conversation went dead silent. After a long pause he answered “No.”
I harken back to when I was “slapped in the face” by life. Within one day my life as I knew it was forever changed. I never saw it coming. My ambition as an athlete, my thriving career, my beautiful home, didn’t mean a thing. I had lost my health and immediately nothing else mattered. All that mattered was that I made it through the day. All that mattered was finding a glimpse of happiness through the pain.
Life changes on a dime, so my question to you is “Are you ready?” and more importantly, “Are you happy?” Isn’t that what we are trying to achieve will all of our efforts? Have we lost sight of that? I know I did and didn’t even realize it.
Right now take inventory of your level of happiness. On a scale of 1-10 what is it? If you are like most it needs some work. I challenge you to ask yourself, “What one step can I take today to create a little more happiness in my life?”
Trust me, it’s worth it. You’re worth it. If you don’t take care of yourself and focus on finding your happiness you may well get a big wakeup call like I did.
Give yourself the gift of happiness once again. It’s a choice. Slow down and make it.
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Friday, 19 April 2013 14:18
Are You Feeling Lost?
You kept reading after seeing that title for a reason. What is it?
Do you feel lost? Do you lack purpose? If so, you are not alone…
How many people do you know that jump out of bed each morning - completely excited about starting their day…focused on fulfilling their mission in life?
Not many, eh? Hmmm…how about yourself?
What is your mission in life?
Yes, it's a heavy question, but one worth asking yourself. Have you spent time thinking about what gifts you possess and how to utilize those gifts to the best of your ability? Or, are you just going through the motions each day? Could you possibly be one of the people who say- “I just want to make it through the day?”
Really?! Is that why we are put on this planet…to make it through the day?
Heck no!
As I work with organizations to formulate their long term strategic plans I am struck by what a great job we do in the corporate world regarding defining an organization’s mission, yet how little we do about this as individuals. In reality, what could be more important for us to figure out?
Think of what it would mean for you to know each day what you stand for and what your mission in life is. Take the time to explore what is important to you and use that knowledge to create the perfect path for yourself.
Here's the challenge - commit one hour this week to work on your mission. Just one hour. If you think this is too much to ask then you may well continue to be one of the lost…
Think about what you love to do. Think about the last time you were in “the zone.” What were you doing? When you start to focus on what brings you the most joy you will soon discover why you are here. It’s kind of funny how that aligns.
Where there is passion, there is purpose!
Be patient with yourself. A person rarely discovers their mission in a lightning bolt fashion. It takes time and multiple iterations. It is not a linear process. Give yourself the space to let your mission reveal itself. Remember, it’s always been with you…you just haven’t let it emerge yet.
Post your thoughts below…share what you discovered. Who knows, you may provide great motivation for others to follow your lead. You could go from feeling lost to helping others discover their purpose. Who knows…that could be your mission!
As you take ownership of your life you will discover that feeling lost is a choice, not your destiny.
©2013 and beyond Executive Coaching University. All rights reserved.
Do you feel lost? Do you lack purpose? If so, you are not alone…
How many people do you know that jump out of bed each morning - completely excited about starting their day…focused on fulfilling their mission in life?
Not many, eh? Hmmm…how about yourself?
What is your mission in life?
Yes, it's a heavy question, but one worth asking yourself. Have you spent time thinking about what gifts you possess and how to utilize those gifts to the best of your ability? Or, are you just going through the motions each day? Could you possibly be one of the people who say- “I just want to make it through the day?”
Really?! Is that why we are put on this planet…to make it through the day?
Heck no!
As I work with organizations to formulate their long term strategic plans I am struck by what a great job we do in the corporate world regarding defining an organization’s mission, yet how little we do about this as individuals. In reality, what could be more important for us to figure out?
Think of what it would mean for you to know each day what you stand for and what your mission in life is. Take the time to explore what is important to you and use that knowledge to create the perfect path for yourself.
Here's the challenge - commit one hour this week to work on your mission. Just one hour. If you think this is too much to ask then you may well continue to be one of the lost…
Think about what you love to do. Think about the last time you were in “the zone.” What were you doing? When you start to focus on what brings you the most joy you will soon discover why you are here. It’s kind of funny how that aligns.
Where there is passion, there is purpose!
Be patient with yourself. A person rarely discovers their mission in a lightning bolt fashion. It takes time and multiple iterations. It is not a linear process. Give yourself the space to let your mission reveal itself. Remember, it’s always been with you…you just haven’t let it emerge yet.
Post your thoughts below…share what you discovered. Who knows, you may provide great motivation for others to follow your lead. You could go from feeling lost to helping others discover their purpose. Who knows…that could be your mission!
As you take ownership of your life you will discover that feeling lost is a choice, not your destiny.
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Thursday, 04 April 2013 10:34
You Are Talking Yourself Into Failure!
It’s true. You may not know it. You may not want to own it. But it is true.
All of the following facts come from the scientific community; folks who study the brain. Here’s the reality:
What???
The reality is…we are talking ourselves into failure!
YOU are your greatest foe.
YOU own your thoughts.
YOU can change them!
It’s all about awareness…
Here are some techniques to shift this destructive cycle:
Try doing this for just one day. See how you feel. See if your thoughts start to change. If you keep this up you will DEFINTELY change your thoughts, which in turn leads to a change in your actions.
If you truly want to change your patterns of behavior you first have to change your thoughts. They are the building blocks for everything.
This negative self talk is your ego’s way of trying to keep you small. Don’t let it! YOU own your thoughts, not your ego. Take back ownership of them, and…
TALK YOURSELF INTO SUCCESS!
P.S. - If I see any of your words on a cloud I will make sure they continue on their journey. ;-)
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All of the following facts come from the scientific community; folks who study the brain. Here’s the reality:
- We have 60,000 thoughts a day.
- 95% of these thoughts are the same ones we had yesterday.
- 71% of these thoughts are NEGATIVE!
What???
The reality is…we are talking ourselves into failure!
YOU are your greatest foe.
YOU own your thoughts.
YOU can change them!
It’s all about awareness…
Here are some techniques to shift this destructive cycle:
- Own it! Say to yourself: “I own my thoughts, no one else.” This is a major shift which brings the power and ownership back to you. You, no one else, owns your thoughts. Look inside for the answers, not outside.
- Start acknowledging each negative thought you have. Stop (mentally) and soak in the thought. Don’t avoid it. Stuffing it back inside is like continually putting pop back into a bottle. At some point it is going to explode. The same will happen with you.
- Close your eyes (stay with me here, this really works). Imagine clouds floating in the sky. Now place your negative thought on a cloud. Send it good thoughts. Thank it for the awareness lesson it provided. Tell it you don’t need it any longer. Watch it drift away.
Try doing this for just one day. See how you feel. See if your thoughts start to change. If you keep this up you will DEFINTELY change your thoughts, which in turn leads to a change in your actions.
If you truly want to change your patterns of behavior you first have to change your thoughts. They are the building blocks for everything.
This negative self talk is your ego’s way of trying to keep you small. Don’t let it! YOU own your thoughts, not your ego. Take back ownership of them, and…
TALK YOURSELF INTO SUCCESS!
P.S. - If I see any of your words on a cloud I will make sure they continue on their journey. ;-)
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Friday, 15 March 2013 18:20
How to Ace Crucial Conversations
We all know the kind of conversation I’m talking about. The kind you would gladly trade for a root canal at your favorite dentist or that “routine” exam by your proctologist. Yes, anything but that conversation!
Most of us will wait until the emotion surrounding the conversation becomes so heated or toxic that when we do finally say what is needed, the true message is hidden in anger, frustration and disappointment.
What is the “true message?”
Is it a litany of the wrongs the person has committed?
Is it a list of everything the person didn’t do that they should have?
In other words, is the “true message” focused on how the person has failed in your eyes?
Unfortunately, usually the answer to all these questions is “yes,” when it should be a resounding “NO!”
A “crucial conversation” is nothing more than a powerful opportunity to convey our current concerns to someone whom we care for greatly.
Did you get that? We have “crucial conversations” out of our intense caring for another – otherwise why expend the energy?
How much more effective might our conversation be if we perceive it not as a negative thing, but the opportunity for a “powerful conversation” with someone we care about?
How much more effective might our conversation be, if we didn’t shirk away and become complicit in the difficulty the conversation needs to address (because the less we say the more complicit we are)?
True servant leaders will hold a powerful conversation using these steps:
Take responsibility for having the right approach, and these “crucial conversations” will become a powerful interaction that benefits both parties.
*Find the classic book Crucial Conversations by Patterson, et al. here.
© 2013 and beyond Executive Coaching University. All rights reserved.
Most of us will wait until the emotion surrounding the conversation becomes so heated or toxic that when we do finally say what is needed, the true message is hidden in anger, frustration and disappointment.
What is the “true message?”
Is it a litany of the wrongs the person has committed?
Is it a list of everything the person didn’t do that they should have?
In other words, is the “true message” focused on how the person has failed in your eyes?
Unfortunately, usually the answer to all these questions is “yes,” when it should be a resounding “NO!”
A “crucial conversation” is nothing more than a powerful opportunity to convey our current concerns to someone whom we care for greatly.
Did you get that? We have “crucial conversations” out of our intense caring for another – otherwise why expend the energy?
How much more effective might our conversation be if we perceive it not as a negative thing, but the opportunity for a “powerful conversation” with someone we care about?
How much more effective might our conversation be, if we didn’t shirk away and become complicit in the difficulty the conversation needs to address (because the less we say the more complicit we are)?
True servant leaders will hold a powerful conversation using these steps:
- The night before the conversation write down all the reasons you care for the other person.
- Then write down what the most positive outcome looks like – what would each of you walk away with?
- Just before the conversation review #1 and #2, take three deep breaths, and smile.
- Begin the conversation with something like “I wanted to meet with you today because I am very concerned about you.” End the conversation with “Thank you for taking your time to meet with me today and thank you for being a part of this resolution.”
- Follow up the conversation with some correspondence reaffirming your commitment to the person and the pathway agreed upon.
Take responsibility for having the right approach, and these “crucial conversations” will become a powerful interaction that benefits both parties.
*Find the classic book Crucial Conversations by Patterson, et al. here.
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Tuesday, 19 February 2013 04:38
Holding Yourself Accountable
“Ac·count·abil·i·ty “
Webster’s Definition: an obligation or willingness to accept responsibility or to account for one's actions
The word “accountability” seems to be getting more and more air time as you look around the world of business (and politics) these days.
The problem is that most of the focus is usually outside of the person looking for more accountability!
As enlightened servant leaders, let us do a quick exercise to identify the one place in this world where accountability actually begins. I want you to peer into a window, monitor, or mirror that is close at hand -- really look deeply – whoever is peering back at you is the true source of accountability. You!
As with everything associated with leadership, accountability is an inside-out process. How can we, as enlightened servant leaders, expect others to value the process of accountability if we do not demonstrate how we value that process ourselves?
As a collective, let us not fall into the false thinking that accountability is only associated with deadlines, tasks, dashboards, and any other way we measure productivity. As leaders, we must hold ourselves accountable for EVERYTHING we think and do!
You, and you alone, have the ability to control your thoughts, feelings and behaviors. Whether you actually hold yourself accountable for exerting that control, rather than externalizing that ability, is another issue entirely.
Do you hold yourself accountable for your words and actions, insuring alignment with your values? Do you actively accept responsibility for expressing those values and providing space for those around you to express theirs?
Has your organization adopted accountability as a cornerstone of its culture? If yes, how is that expressed?
Utilizing the principle of accountability within our lives provides us a tool to insure we are living in a manner in which our purpose will be fulfilled.
Accountability keeps us on the right path.
Are you on the right path?
Greg Styles
Director of Special Projects
Executive Coaching University
© 2013 and beyond Executive Coaching University. All rights reserved.
Webster’s Definition: an obligation or willingness to accept responsibility or to account for one's actions
The word “accountability” seems to be getting more and more air time as you look around the world of business (and politics) these days.
The problem is that most of the focus is usually outside of the person looking for more accountability!
As enlightened servant leaders, let us do a quick exercise to identify the one place in this world where accountability actually begins. I want you to peer into a window, monitor, or mirror that is close at hand -- really look deeply – whoever is peering back at you is the true source of accountability. You!
As with everything associated with leadership, accountability is an inside-out process. How can we, as enlightened servant leaders, expect others to value the process of accountability if we do not demonstrate how we value that process ourselves?
As a collective, let us not fall into the false thinking that accountability is only associated with deadlines, tasks, dashboards, and any other way we measure productivity. As leaders, we must hold ourselves accountable for EVERYTHING we think and do!
You, and you alone, have the ability to control your thoughts, feelings and behaviors. Whether you actually hold yourself accountable for exerting that control, rather than externalizing that ability, is another issue entirely.
Do you hold yourself accountable for your words and actions, insuring alignment with your values? Do you actively accept responsibility for expressing those values and providing space for those around you to express theirs?
Has your organization adopted accountability as a cornerstone of its culture? If yes, how is that expressed?
Utilizing the principle of accountability within our lives provides us a tool to insure we are living in a manner in which our purpose will be fulfilled.
Accountability keeps us on the right path.
Are you on the right path?
Greg Styles
Director of Special Projects
Executive Coaching University
© 2013 and beyond Executive Coaching University. All rights reserved.
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Friday, 31 January 2014 00:00
Executive 911- A Wakeup Call for Executives
Do you feel like this guy? Rest assured, you are not alone!
Please listen to this podcast. It was originally provided to people who purchased my book, Coming UnScrooged. I feel so passionate about the content that I wanted to make it available to everyone.
It's a wakeup call for all business people!
Warmly,
DraytonBoylston
CEO - Executive Coaching University
Click on the link below to access the recording.
Executive_911
Please know that we are here to help!. You can find out how we can assist here.
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Friday, 27 January 2012 23:39
ICF Certification!
BIG NEWS TODAY!
We just received word that our flagship Executive Coaching Training Program (CMEC) was approved by the International Coach Federation! We can now award 15 CCEUs (credit hours) toward coaching certifications with the ICF. This is a wonderful compliment to our SHRM certifications.
This is such a beautiful reflection on our entire team. Congratulations to all of you!
Many thanks to all of you for your support over the years. We are so blessed…
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Warmly,
Drayton
Founder and CEO
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Friday, 18 January 2013 21:46
Coaching in the Workplace
All of your employees are happy and productive, right? Thought so…
According to Gallop (and other leading survey firms) here is the reality:
- 75% of people wished they had a different job.
- 51% of “A” workers are actively looking for a different job.
- Worker productivity is only at 33%.
- Lack of engagement costs U.S. businesses over $385 BILLION a year!
- 80% of people NEVER use their greatest gifts at work.
What do you think of these smelling salts?!
Coaching can address all of these issues…in fact; it may well be the ONLY thing that can cure these workplace “ills.”
If you don’t have a coaching strategy in your organization, I can guarantee you one thing—these statistics will not go down…
Coaching is the “cure.” Isn’t it time you used coaching to focus on your most important asset…your people?
A. Drayton Boylston
Founder and CEO
Executive Coaching University
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