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Whichever side of the argument you are on, you cannot deny the uncertainty the Brexit negotiations are bringing to the country. Many want the situation to be resolved as quickly as possible, but there is no end in sight yet – and no idea how things will progress as we move forward. Understandably, there is uncertainty in the business world, too. If you own a business, you may be considering your position and wondering how to grow your business in the current climate. Yet while there is uncertainty regarding the global position and whether any trade deals will be made, the same cannot be said of local business concerns. In fact, thinking locally may well be the best option at present. It means you need not worry about whether a deal with the EU has or has not been made. It puts you in control of your options. It could even mean you tap into a market you previously hadn’t thought too much about. How to begin Some businesses are naturally better suited to doing b...

If you wanted to learn more about abseiling, who would you speak to? Would you speak to someone who had watched a few abseiling videos but never done it themselves? Or would you speak to someone with years of experience abseiling down cliff faces, buildings, and who knows what else? Chances are you would choose the person with ample experience in the real world. Most of us could learn a thing or two from watching videos about the sport, but unless we’d tried it ourselves, there would be a limit to what we would know. Finding a good business coach The same applies when you need a good business coach. You need to choose someone who knows what it is like to run a business. Look for someone with ample experience over many years; someone who has seen many changes and weathered many storms. This type of person will have bags of experience and can use it to guide you through times you may find challenging. Never be afraid to do some research on someone you are conside...

Executive coaching is on the rise. It has become a go-to tool for CEO's, CFO's, and anyone looking to improve leadership performance at the top of the company.  Unfortunately, finding the right calibre of coach to accelerate business performance and generate leadership outcomes can seem daunting. My advice is look for a combination of approach and experience. The Coach’s Approach Matters The best executive coaches are those who will approach the coaching interaction by: Deeply understanding and caring about their client’s success  Pushing appropriately beyond their client's comfort zones Supporting leaders in the real-world application of new behaviours It seems obvious, but a great coach should really care about the success of the person they are coaching! Additionally, they should use multiple forms of data to provide targeted and actionable feedback. The coach should seek to deeply understand what the current environment and challenges are, as well as what motivates the ...