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“We simply assume that the way we see things is the way they really are or the way they should be. And our attitudes and behaviours grow out of these assumptions.” Stephen R Covey
“A hidden connection is stronger than an obvious one.”
“You cannot control what happens to you, but your can control your attitude toward what happens to you, and in that, you will be mastering change rather than allowing it to master you.” Brain Tracy (American
TV host)
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Monkswood Associates passionately wants people to rediscover - or discover - their love of life and enthusiasm for what they do. And still be themselves. So it offers services and products for people who want to feel their energy flowing freely, so that they give of their best and enjoy themselves. They want that feeling of being sure they are going in the right direction.
Now this is not necessarily how they initially perceive the situation! And they may be hesitant about what changes this may mean. They may be excited in anticipation of the changes they face. The common factor is that change is wanted.
And guess what one of the most common barriers is - perspective, theirs and the people with whom you are in contact.
What situations are you facing?Circumstances may vary, yet people have to tackle remarkably similar issues to get their energy flowing freely. Do any of these ring bells?
- Lack confidence in certain situations
- “I know I should talk to x about his behaviour. I just don’t feel up to it.”
- “If challenged I tend to shut up or go all defensive”
- “I find it difficult to give people information that I think they won’t like. So I put off doing it.”
- “I’m just not sure of myself in some situations. I feel uncertain and want to pull back.”
- Lacking clarity of direction
- “Give me clear direction and I’m fine – I just hate it when things are ambiguous or vague”
- “It’s all very well saying ‘be focussed’ but what on?”
- “I know I’m not happy at work but don’t know how to go about doing something about it.”
- “I don’t know what I want to do or what direction to take”
- Feel blocked, or stuck, by some known or unknown obstacle(s)
- You know you have the skills to do well at work and yet you don’t seem to be able to make the most of them
- “I know I procrastinate when faced with something I don’t like. That’s me, what can I do about it?”
- “I don’t know how to ‘act like a director’”
- “I feel stuck. I’ve tried to do something about it but nothing seems to work.”
- Communication lapses
- “I just don’t seem to be able to get through to some people”
- “No-one knows how to talk to her as she is so negative … so they avoid her”
- “Quite often people seem to misunderstand me and I don’t know why”
- “There appears to be conflict within the team – and in fact between another team – and it’s holding performance back. So far I’ve been unable to sort it out.”
- Gaps in self awareness
- “I was just giving some feedback and out of the blue I’m facing verbal aggression”
- “I couldn’t believe she didn’t realise how badly what she said was received.”
- “They don’t see how their behaviour gets in the way – they would be so good if they behaved differently”
Results? Neither you nor the other people involved make the most of what they have to offer in the situations and work no longer gives you a buzz.
If any of the examples seem to speak directly to you or some people in your organisation … read on!
Clients that make the most of us
Our clients share certain key characteristics. If a good proportion of the following descriptions fit you - or the person you are considering giving coaching - well, chances are that you will be successful in working with us …
- You want to be who you are, and do what gives you real satisfaction – and be best you can be
- You are committed to work at changing over time and release yourself from any out-of-date habits and ways-of-thinking: this includes stepping out of your comfort zone and taking some risks
- You value new perspectives and are open to challenging ideas: you are willing to learn new things and let go of no longer useful ways of working
- You want to enjoy yourself, even laugh during the process (!) and know some of the journey won’t be easy
- You have a positive practical approach and play it straight
AND
- You know the value of investing in yourself or someone else within the organisation – and are willing to do it
Does this sound like you, or the person you are considering giving coaching? If so, go to ‘results we achieve’ and learn more about what results can be achieved. This includes the guiding principles on which we base how we would work together to help you attain the changes you want to make happen.