Why does solutions focused coaching work? Solutions-focused coaching works really well, and in this first part of a short series, I’ll explain the basics. Whether you’d like to try it with me or someone else, it’s good to know what it’s all about. Now, you don’t need me to tell Read more…
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In the 1990s, I coached a football team. We were decent, not spectacular, but we had a good time and enjoyed our football. Like most teams, we could only sometimes put out our best 11. Injuries, work commitments, and travel put paid to that. Tournament Time In the run-up to Read more…
It was 1994. I was on a muddy football pitch in South Manchester. My team was playing a pre-season friendly, and playing very badly. We were unfit, unfocused, and unmotivated. I was angry. Something needed to be done. I chose to vent my anger on the midfield, in particular, on Read more…
It’s key to focus on an optimistic outcome when it comes to coaching for change. “it’s crucial to create a safe and supportive environment” It’s more effective to connect with something positive than to solely rely on negative experiences as the main driver for behaviour change. Change can be intimidating Read more…
Picture this. It was 1981. My singing teacher asked me a question. It changed my life. We were crammed into a musty, soundproof rehearsal studio at the Birmingham Conservatoire of Music. Me, my teacher, and a piano. I had a concert coming up that was part of my path to Read more…