Episode 167 of the High Performance Podcast delves into the world of Adam Grant, an organisational psychologist, author, professor and podcast host himself. In the relentless pursuit of achievement, we often find ourselves trapped in a cycle of validation-seeking. As Adam Grant wisely points out, we should “stop trying to prove yourself; improve yourself instead.” … Continue reading
How often do you make a change, look to improve or challenge yourself? It’s not always that easy and it certainly isn’t something that everyone enjoys. Does that mean however that we should stand still and do what has always been the way, whatever that way is? Change for some can be quite a challenge … Continue reading
Sat and chilling whilst away in the van. Been walking, running, cycling, paddle boarding and kayaking. Love the breaks away with Kate and Dan. When you get the time to relax and slow down, do you appreciate all you have and reflect on how much time you have? I’m not being morbid but actually, when … Continue reading
I stumbled across this reflection which failed to post. Where it was me holding back on the publish button or a connection issue, Im not sure. What I wrote back in June 2022, is still true… When all is said and done, it’s all about the people. In June we would have been getting to … Continue reading
Do you have a quote you live your life by or think of often? Springing into the building with a smile bigger than the Amazon and deserving of a medal bigger than a dustbin lid, a wonderful colleague nearly always replied to the question “How are you?”, with “I’m alright – it’s the others!” Never … Continue reading
It’s been a really good week to be honest with new relationships starting in the workplace and with optimism, positivity and clarity, moving forwards. Sometimes we get lost in, and even sidetracked, moving from one place to another, or one challenge to another. I often say to people, take a step back, regulate yourself and … Continue reading
Working with a range of people in a range of places; it’s such an interesting, valuable position that should be appreciated and savoured. What some people see, others do not, and what some people strive for, others have absolutely no concept of. Also, some people are ready to write people off; just saying the same … Continue reading
It’s been a fantastic week with the women’s lionesses winning the European Championships and the conversations about levelling up. Add to that, giving children the opportunity to play football at schools is on just about every radio station and media outlet. Having been in teaching now for 25 years I’ve seen those opportunities given to … Continue reading
Everyday life and very much so, life in schools, discussions and circles really do make a difference. When you observe, reflect and do a little analysis of the altercations that occur between people, it is always (from my experience) the lack of discussion and willingness to listen that holds back the resolution. People may be … Continue reading
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