28 Feb 2019

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Some last thoughts from people on regrets they had over their lifetime: - They wish they hadn’t made decisions based on what other people think. - They wish they hadn’t worked so hard. - They wish they had expressed their feelings. - They wish they had stayed in touch with their feelings. - They wish they had let themselves be happy. For the full article by Travis Bradb...
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22 Jan 2019

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Some important career lessons to contemplate, highlighted in an article by Bernard Marr.  Most of these we probably know, but in reality how many of them do we put into practice? Life is short. Social networks matter. Sacrificing your health for success or wealth isn’t worth it. None of the best moments of your life will take place looking at a screen. Never stop learnin...
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20 Dec 2018

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There is nothing to be ashamed of if you are looking for a job. In front of our peers, family and friends there is often the urge to put on a front rather than using the opportunity to build alliances. This time last year I went to one of the many reunion drinks that happen in the build up to Christmas. Talking to a friend from university who I hadn’t seen for a year and we got onto t...
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22 Nov 2018

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On 26th Sept 2018, MMS and 18-07 ran their first open workshop. To date, we have run these in a closed environment for specific businesses and people. This was a new step forward and one we wanted to prove. Tickets were sold out with over 80 people turning up. It was themed “The Power of Now Journey” and an introduction talk as to why and how we need to look after ourselves bet...
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26 Oct 2018

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A different way of thinking about and coping with stress. In the TED Talk below, Kelly McGonical highlights some interesting points: Realising your heart pounding is your body getting ready for action and the next challenge lessens the effects of stress. "What we know for certain is that chasing meaning is better for your health than trying to avoid discomfort". There are l...
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08 Oct 2018

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If I think back to the most impressive and successful people I have worked for, they have all possessed this quality in spades. Empathy. In the Forbes article below from September, the author highlights 4 strategies for increasing empathy at work: 1. Listen. 2. Slow down. 3. Be curious. 4. Volunteer. Well worth a read for aspiring and current leaders and managers: https://...
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17 Sep 2018

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Where to focus your energy if you're feeling busy and / or overwhelmed? A useful read to help you: https://www.thriveglobal.com/stories/16966-stop-doing-busywork-do-more-high-value-work#utm_source=Arianna&utm_medium=LinkedIn 18-07 works with individuals and organisations - helping people achieve their goals faster....
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14 Sep 2018

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A fascinating talk by Tina Seelig on how to increase your luck. She highlights 3 things: 1. Take little risks: push yourself out of your comfort zone. 2. Appreciation: say thank you. 3. Ideas: don't dismiss ideas, embrace them. Watching it is 12 minutes of your day well spent... 18-07 works with individuals and organisations - helping people achieve their goals faster...
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17 Aug 2018

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18-07 Reflections An article recently published on www.inc.com by John Hall, CEO and co-founder of Influence & Co., highlighted the importance of defining your own success. In his article, "Most Successful People Share These 4 Qualities" he notes: "Definitions of success may vary widely, but the qualities needed to achieve it look pretty much the same." "If your definitio...
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