Public speaking anxiety is very common due to a number of reasons. One factor is the fear of judgment and negative evaluation by others. Additionally, the fear of making a mistake, forgetting what to say, or feeling vulnerable in front of an audience can contribute to this anxiety. But, like any skill you...
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How has the pandemic over the last two years affected our approach to work? The recent COVID-19 pandemic has affected our lives in many ways. We have had to adapt to new ways of doing basic everyday tasks, especially our approach to work. Lockdowns forced us to stay in our homes as much...
Due to Covid 19, I have over the last few months, been involved in working with a number of individuals who through no fault of their own, have been made redundant. For some it is unexpected and for others, they have seen the writing on the wall. Whilst each individual has had little or...
I often hear from my clients that they have never really made an informed decision about their career; it has just happened. Often people are persuaded by external influencers, being directed to one role or another by their boss, family member or friend with advice that ‘you would be great for that, give it...
Why do we stay in jobs we don’t enjoy?
January 20, 2020by Jackie Marsterson
What is the answer to that question? Given that there is a large percentage of people in jobs they do not love I am sure there are many out there who can relate to this. Being in a role that is not a good fit for you, waking up each day with dread, can...
Working with as many clients as I have over the years, I have listened to stories of unhappiness and dissatisfaction in workplace choices. Clients express feelings of dread, anxiety and general helplessness, lying awake at night going around in circles in their head, figuring a way out. Their days are spent clock watching, emerging 8...
We all get to wake up each day and choose whether we are going to be a glass half-full or a glass half-empty person. As we know, life can present challenging times and we can at times face mountains to climb, feeling things will never change or get better. Indeed, when I work with...
Is your career path clear?
February 12, 2019by Jackie Marsterson
We have come to the end of January 2019. This month is the most popular month by far to set personal goals. Regrettably, a high percentage of goals set will not be achieved and they will often be given up before February! Why is this? We often set ourselves unrealistic goals The goal can...
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