Taking time to pause and reflect
How often do you take the time to pause and reflect? To see how far you’ve come as a team, to recognise what everyone’s been through and to congratulate team members on how well they’ve dealt with it? The answer is possibly not often enough. The great news it, that you could take action to […]
Blue Diamond retreats are back
Ever wonder if you’ve bitten off more than you can chew? That’s what I was asking myself at times in the first week of March. But it all came together in the end! On the first weekend of March, I ran not one, but two face-to-face retreats! I know, I know, what could have possessed me […]
Earn CPD credits from Workshops
Do you struggle to earn CPD credits? I take my personal development very seriously and I’m sure you do too. But it’s not always easy to juggle professional development alongside other work (and non-work) roles and responsibilities. I’m pleased to announce that all Blue Diamond workshops attended from 1st February 2021 could earn you Continuous […]
18 coaching conversations for Coachathon
As part of the WLA Coachathon in mid-November, I had a staggering 18 coaching conversations over 4 days! Instead of feeling exhausted, I felt energised. It was the first taste of coaching for most of my 18 – they were curious to experience how coaching works and what it felt like. I wanted each to […]
Most Empowering Female Career Coach 2020
Most Empowering Female Career Coach 2020 It goes to show that FOCUS and CONSISTENCY pay off! I’ve been recognised as the Most Empowering Female Career Coach 2020! I’m a pretty humble person (I don’t even like to share glowing client reviews on social media) but this is such a proud moment, I couldn’t resist ? […]
Motivational Maps Accredited Coach
Motivational Maps Accredited Coach I’m now a Motivational Maps Accredited Coach. How do you ensure you’re keeping your skills fresh & relevant? “I continually learn & develop myself” This is one of my personal mantras. Along with a list of other positive statements, I write it in my book each day, & I’m always looking […]
Triggers by Marshall Goldsmith & Mark Reiter – book recommendation
Like many books I read, I found Triggers by Marshall Goldsmith & Mark Reiter sitting on my bookshelf. You know, in that ever-growing books-to-be-read pile. I have a bit of a book habit and I obviously bought it a while back. I can’t remember quite when, it must have either been a recommendation from someone or […]
Blue Diamond signs Armed Forces Covenant
Blue Diamond is proud to demonstrate our support for the Armed Forces Community by signing an Armed Forces Covenant. Blue Diamond recognizes the value serving personnel, reservists, veterans, and military families brings to our business. We will seek to uphold the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, by: • promoting the fact that we are […]
Post Lockdown Leadership Review
Post Lockdown Leadership Review Want to know what skills will be in demand in the foreseeable future? Sadly, I don’t have a crystal ball. I’m not sure many of us saw the current situation coming, but here we are in the thick of it. And it’s going to take a different skillset to lead us […]
Client Communications – Adaptation & Evolution
Client Communications – Adaptation & Evolution In early May, I ran a workshop for several furloughed employees who were due to return to work. The workshop topic was Client Communications, but ultimately this was to support the employees with their evolving roles and responsibilities. Many organizations are affected as much as individuals, time for both […]
