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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
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Monkswood Associates passionately wants people to find effective ways of working with people and situations they currently struggle with. And still be themselves. So it offers services and products for people who want to experience working relationships and situations, in which 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. Some 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, yours and the people with whom you are in contact. And this impacts communication and behaviour. What situations are you facing?Circumstances may vary, yet people are often facing remarkably similar issues. Do any of these ring bells?
- Putting off dealing with specific situations – or people
- “I know I should talk to x about his behaviour. I just don’t feel up to it.”
- “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 pull back.”
- Communication lapses
- “I just don’t seem to be able to get through to some people.”
- “Quite often people seem to misunderstand me and I don’t know why.”
- “There appears to be conflict within the team – and with another team – and it’s holding performance back. So far I’ve been unable to sort it out.”
- “I was just giving some feedback and out of the blue I’m facing verbal aggression”
- Lacking clarity of direction
- “It’s all very well saying ‘be focussed’ but what on?”
- “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)
- “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.”
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!
" I was stuck, and had been for about six months. I needed to find a way to move forward, but I wasn't sure where I wanted to go. Helen took me through … … in a very gentle way - completely non-judgemental, yet entirely engaged in helping me to change direction. Yet, more than six months on from the experience, I can take myself back to that time and recognise the changes in mindset and behaviour that have occurred, I believe, as a direct outcome of the session with Helen. My life has moved on - several of the aspects that I explored with Helen have shifted almost, it seems, of their own accord - without me having to 'do' anything. I'm very glad that I took this opportunity and would recommend it to anyone who, like myself, needs to find a new way forward in their life." Yvonne Baxter, www.yvonnebaxter.co.uk |
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're committed to work at changing over time and get rid of any out-of-date habits and ways-of-thinking
- You're prepared to step out of your comfort zone and take some calculated risks
- At the same time, you don't want to risk feeling shamed or judged lacking
- 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 yet 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.