Learning models – 1: Kirkpatricks
It’s useful to have a learning model in mind when investing or attending training. Here’s some information about the Kirkpatrick model. It’s clear and rather beautiful in its simplicity. Kirkpatrick’s model is not specifically about learning styles. Instead, it’s a widely used framework for evaluating training programs and assessing their effectiveness. The Kirkpatrick Model was developed by Donald L. Kirkpatrick in the late 1950s and has since been widely adopted in the field of training and development. It consists of four levels of evaluation, each building upon the previous one to provide a comprehensive analysis of a training program’s impact. Kirkpatrick’s Four Levels of Evaluation: Enhancing Training Effectiveness The Kirkpatrick […]
Is social media undermining mental health?
Mental Health and Social Media – is this the perfect storm? I recently ran a Mental Health Awareness training workshop for a brilliant group of people. One of the key questions was “is Social Media undermining mental health”. Following on from the course, I felt the need to write a blog and unpick this very timely question more thoroughly. Answering the question: is social media undermining mental health? First the science: Research on Social Media undermining Mental Health There are numerous studies about Social Media undermining our mental health. A study published in Current Opinion in Psychology showed envying your friends on Facebook can lead to depression. The study showed: […]
Coach yourself to a GREAT YEAR
Welcome to the start of 2018. Like most people you’ve probably been enjoying some thinking time over the Christmas holidays – which inevitably results in reflecting on all the possibilities that a new year offers. So we thought we’d give you a neat coaching format to help you coach yourself to a great year! The “Coach yourself to a great year” form is downloadable, so grab yourself a copy. And simply follow the instructions. Enjoy this little self-coaching activity. Please let us know how you get on with it at our Facebook page, or email us on our Contact page: You can also download the PDF here: 5 steps […]
Coaching tools – how to create a vision board
How to do “VISION-BOARDING” and create your own vision board. A vision board is an excellent coaching or self-coaching tool. It is represented by a collage – a collection of pictures, images, quote, words, fabric, ANYTHING visual that inspires someone, that evokes a feeling they want to create. It’s very personal to the individual, and no two vision boards are ever going to be the same. Why would you want a vision board? Whether you are trying to visualise your future-perfect self, attain some aspirational goals, or if you just feel like making a change, but you’re not sure what you really want, a vision board can help bring these […]
The hidden effect of our actions
Laughter Yoga for Stress Management Last week I ran a series of workshops at a local university to mark Mental Health Awareness week. The theme: Stress Management during Exams. And the sessions went as follows: Stress Management, Laughter Yoga followed by Mindfulness. Just three short hours to get across some very big messages. I must admit I was concerned, after all I usual ly deliver Stress Management as a 2 or 3 hour session – and yet, somehow it happened. But that isn’t what this article is about. You see, there were similar numbers booked to attend all the sessions. Approximately 12 to 15 people were expected to attend each […]
Use savouring to celebrate every day
I just want to say a big THANK YOU to everyone who has wished me a happy birthday yesterday. I did have a fabulous day, and I certainly ate cake (rather too much to be fair!). Also, because I promised myself I would skive off, I enjoyed the act of “watching but not responding” to what was going on and it reminded me of how often we can dash in to respond to events, emails, posts, etc. without waiting to see how they unfold, or what they truly mean. So yesterday was a brilliant reawakening to this. I sat by the sea, drinking cappuccino, and simply savoured the moment. When I checked social media […]
Dear…. why you should choose NLP for your career path
A friend contacted me today. She wanted to pick my brains as her company has offered to fund some training for her. “So what do you recommend?” she asked, via text. Of course I picked up the phone immediately to get a better understanding, a clearer brief. She was in a bit of a quandary because there was no particular or specific training that they had suggested, it was entirely up to her. “I want a set of qualifications, more letters after my name, just something to give me even more gravitas as a trainer” she said. After I pointed out that she is already a VERY skilled trainer (seriously […]
The 7 minute Wake-up Booster to choose your emotions and well-being for the rest of the day.
Stimulate your life-force, feel great and wide awake, ready to go yet beautifully balanced, with these simple tools. Suddenly waking from sleep and throwing ourselves into our daily lives is disorientating. We go to sleep gradually, and it is best for our wellbeing to awake gradually. Our minds may still be “jarred” from a particularly active dream, or still be woozy from sleep, so take just 7 minutes to check in with your mind/body and reap the benefits all day long. Best done as soon as you step out of bed (after you’ve been to the loo, of course) You’ll need: A mirror, a glass of water, space to swing […]
The importance of lone worker and personal safety…
Training for Lone Workers and Personal Safety It is often assumed that personal safety is ‘common sense’, however, it is impossible to prescribe ‘off the shelf’ solutions for all situations, such is the diversity of the ‘workplace’ in the 21st century and the variety of beliefs and experiences that colleagues will bring to the workplace. What is important is to help colleagues to understand their responsibilities and how to anticipate, avoid and manage potential violent or aggressive situations that may occur at work therefore providing them with the skills to manage unexpected situations in the best way. Over the last decade, the number of violent incidents at work has declined […]
