Monthly Archives: November 2010

14th National everywoman Conference

The everywoman conference (sponsored by NatWest) on 17 November 2010 was an upbeat and lively affair focusing around the themes of Clarity, Focus and Drive as an approach to help women business owners to grow their businesses over the next … Continue reading

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Big Society big problem

Later that week I attended a Uni members’ Workshop in Guildford to discuss among other things, the ‘Big Society’ and the likely impact on the voluntary and community sectors (VCS). The recent Comprehensive Spending Review (CSR), the government’s plans cuts … Continue reading

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“The Meeting”

On 2nd November I was delighted to be invited to moderate a post-show discussion at the Nuffield Theatre Southampton. A very powerful performance of an imagined meeting between two African American Black Civil Rights leaders of the ‘60s, Dr Martin … Continue reading

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A Positive Frame of Mind?

As a professional coach-mentor I often find myself supporting folks through stressful and challenging life and work episodes. People are dealing with uncertainty, financial worries, and the increased pressure to be perceived as effective in their professional roles. Many are … Continue reading

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Wind or Sunshine… you choose

There are times when our ‘force of will’ or sheer egotistical determination can actually prevent us from getting what we want. It almost seems counter-intuitive for us to believe that ‘blind strength can be a weakness’. This point was beautifully … Continue reading

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