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10 Elements of a Coaching Culture and Why You Need It

Startup Professionals Musings

Every entrepreneur and business person I know wishes he had more time for coaching all the members of his team. I often hear the excuse that coaching takes more time than simply diving in and doing the job for the other person, but is that really true? Exceptional communication is a prerequisite to coaching.

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5 Ways To Kickstart Your Business Coaching Reputation

Startup Professionals Musings

Image via Pixabay I’ve always been a bit confused about the difference in a business context between a coach and a mentor. According to many pundits , a mentor shows you the right way based on experience, while a coach brings out the best in you, then let’s you find your own way. Build your team first with only these people.

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How I Gamified My Own Brain to Lose Weight & Improve Fitness

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Peloton lifted my mental spirits in 2019/2020 through what were two emotionally draining years in the world (fires, protests, politics, he who shall not be named, etc). It’s amazing what mental coaching can do for a workout. “A It’s a form of accountability but of course it’s all just in your own mind. It was inspiring.

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The Pros And Cons Of A Secret Business Relationship

Startup Professionals Musings

In fact, most employee training courses recommend the distance if the work relationship crosses management levels, and most management policies strictly forbid fraternizing with the team. Yet the 2019 Office Romance Survey by Vault, Inc. in sociology, and is a coach and speaker on work issues and friendship.

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How Smart Entrepreneurs Don’t Hesitate To Seek Help

Startup Professionals Musings

I found some good guidance on this subject in a new book, “ The Leader You Want To Be ,” by Amy Jen Su, a managing partner in an executive coaching and leadership development firm. Of course, there are good ways and bad ways to ask for help. Marty Zwilling First published on Inc.com on 11/19/2019.

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7 Secrets to Leading Others and Enjoying Your Legacy

Startup Professionals Musings

Of course, everyone thinks they know what it takes to make a great leader, and many books have been written about the subject. In this context, I was impressed with the new book, “ The Intelligent Leader ,” by John Mattone, widely regarded as the world’s number one executive coach and authority. As a mindset, it’s a way of life.

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Office Relationships Are Key, But Affairs Are Trouble

Startup Professionals Musings

In fact, most employee training courses recommend the distance if the work relationship crosses management levels, and most management policies strictly forbid fraternizing with the team. Yet the 2019 Office Romance Survey by Vault, Inc. in sociology, and is a coach and speaker on work issues and friendship.

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