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Are you a work-life integrator or segmentor?

Are you a work-life integrator or segmentor?

January 19, 2021 by Alice Antonov Leave a Comment

If you’ve noticed that the way you tackle your working day has seen some adjustments during 2020, you might be interested in the theory of integrators and segmentors, and how these personality types typically function in the traditional – and the “new normal” – office environment.

What are thinking traps and how to tune in and tame them

What are thinking traps and how to tune in and tame them

November 24, 2020 by Louise Gilbert Leave a Comment

We’re finally into November, but 2020 has been… umm… 2020. And in nearly every conversation I’ve had with my friends, family and coaching clients in recent weeks and months, we’ve touched on disbelief around what we’ve lived through, and how we’ve coped. A consistent theme that keeps popping up in my conversations is how many of us can succumb to the lures of “thinking traps”.

How to sync, not sink: co-parenting and your careers

How to sync, not sink: co-parenting and your careers

October 6, 2020 by Louise Gilbert Leave a Comment

I like to think of myself as independent. Chances are, you’d say the same about yourself. It’s a positive attribute: to be able to manage one’s own interests, work and lifestyle without too many outside influences or reliance on those around you.

But when you’re co-parenting, it’s okay to be interdependent.

Getting to know our FlexCoaches: Linda Assaf

Getting to know our FlexCoaches: Linda Assaf

September 29, 2020 by Alice Antonov Leave a Comment

We’re excited to welcome our newest FlexCoach: Linda Assaf! Linda has joined the talented group of career coaches who can help you advance in your career, grow your confidence, and more. Each month they provide us with some of their best tips and advice either on our blog or social media channels.

Getting to know our FlexCoaches: Louise Gilbert

Getting to know our FlexCoaches: Louise Gilbert

September 21, 2020 by Alice Antonov Leave a Comment

We’ve welcomed a new FlexCoach on board and can’t wait to share her expertise with you! Our FlexCoaches can help you with any number of career and work-life questions and situations, and each month they share some of their best tips with you through blogs and videos.

New year, new you: 3 top tips for a smooth return to work in 2020

New year, new you: 3 top tips for a smooth return to work in 2020

December 16, 2019 by Cecile Fery Leave a Comment

Is 2020 going to be your year? Is it time to return to work? For many people who’ve been out of the workforce for an extended period of time, the prospect of starting all over again will feel both daunting and motivating.

Getting to know our FlexCoaches: Cecile Fery

Getting to know our FlexCoaches: Cecile Fery

December 11, 2019 by Alice Antonov Leave a Comment

Our FlexCoaches are passionate about supporting you to be the best you can be, offering a range of training and coaching services in areas such as career transition, return to work, interview skills and positive psychology – to name just a few.
We chat to one of our newest FlexCoaches Cecile Fery about her career background and what she loves most about coaching women embarking on the next phase of their careers.  

The reason why you’re still in the same job and how to take action

The reason why you’re still in the same job and how to take action

June 26, 2019 by Guest Author Leave a Comment

FlexCoach Cecile talks about what may be holding you back from a career change and role and how to overcome the blocks.

Work-life integration: how to make it work for you

Work-life integration: how to make it work for you

April 26, 2019 by Guest Author Leave a Comment

To get the best work-life integration, we must understand what it is we value in each of our roles and stay true to that.

From average to amazing – how to truly play to your strengths

From average to amazing – how to truly play to your strengths

April 23, 2019 by Debra Close Leave a Comment

Each of us has dreams for our career and for our life. In Part 2 of the Living the Dream: Flexible working, Integrated life blog series, FlexCoaches Kate Wilkie and Debra Close will show you how identifying and effectively using your performance strengths will both energise you and see you achieving your career goals!!

6 tips for securing that perfect job after a career break

6 tips for securing that perfect job after a career break

February 22, 2019 by Janet Ritchie Leave a Comment

People think that a career break will jeopardise their future career prospects, however it could work to your advantage if you know how to address the gaps.

Are you living the dream?

Are you living the dream?

February 15, 2019 by Debra Close Leave a Comment

A dream life is different for everyone. In Part 1 of the Living the Dream: Flexible working, Integrated life blog series, FlexCoaches Debra Close and Kate Wilkie will guide you to discovering what “living the dream” means for you.

Stay in the moment: Reach Your Goals

Stay in the moment: Reach Your Goals

January 31, 2019 by Casey Ball Leave a Comment

Goal setting is a great way to start the year, planning ahead and working out what you want is easy with these tips from FlexCoach Casey Ball.

After redundancy: what next?

After redundancy: what next?

January 29, 2019 by Casey Ball Leave a Comment

FlexCoach Casey Ball shares her tips to help you come out the other side of being made redundant.

Getting to know FlexCoach Rachel McInnes

Getting to know FlexCoach Rachel McInnes

December 7, 2018 by Emma McEnery Leave a Comment

In this series, we introduce you to our panel of FlexCoaches, each who offer a complimentary 30-minute chemistry session to our community.

Navigating a career change: How to find your ‘why’ when you make a BIG change

Navigating a career change: How to find your ‘why’ when you make a BIG change

November 29, 2018 by Julie Lines Leave a Comment

FlexCoach Julie Lines shares her tips to find your ‘WHY’.

4 Hacks to improve your productivity time

4 Hacks to improve your productivity time

November 1, 2018 by Shannon Young Leave a Comment

‘We can reframe the situation of our overloaded days to be opportunities, and use specific skills to manage and cope. Therefore, leaving us to get everything done without sacrificing our wellbeing.” Follow Shannon’s steps.

Stop assuming and start asking

Stop assuming and start asking

September 20, 2018 by Shannon Young Leave a Comment

Every day we make assumptions about people and their lives. We accept things as true without question or proof. But what if we consciously stopped assuming? FlexCoach Shannon Young shows us how to have the right conversations first.

Reboot Your Confidence blog n# 8 – Your Tool Kit

Reboot Your Confidence blog n# 8 – Your Tool Kit

September 12, 2018 by Debra Close Leave a Comment

Your toolkit to make confidence a way of life Congratulations and thank you for joining us for this blog series!  We hope you’re making fabulous progress towards your dream career!! Our mission has been to help you reboot your confidence and make the journey from self-doubt to self-belief. We’ve looked at how your mindset can…

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‘Reboot Your Confidence’ Series n# 7 – The two words that zap your confidence and rain on your parade at work.

‘Reboot Your Confidence’ Series n# 7 – The two words that zap your confidence and rain on your parade at work.

August 15, 2018 by Kate Wilkie Leave a Comment

Debra and Kate explain how to banish the ‘What If’s’ from your vocabulary to be confident and grow from the challenges.

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