An excellent programme, well structured to deliver presentations and learn areas for improvements. I'd encourage everyone to just go 'do it!' It may be daunting but you will absolutely be glad you did it. I learned that practice practice practice gives you more confidence. I loved using the mind maps to write speeches and being able to talk just from an outline, mind map and / or slides without writing everything out. I'd recommend this programme wholeheartedly. It's a fast way to upskill yourself in giving presentations / speeches. My biggest gain was being able to throw away the written notes rather than having everything written word for word and to trust myself to talk to my topic. Loved the mind map session for speech structure and memory and learning how to pause rather than use gap fillers. Awareness of how to use body language was another useful skill learned.
The programme provided a great opportunity to become more comfortable with public speaking I would recommend this programme to anyone who wants to gain good skills and practice them as well as providing an opportunity to present in a safe environment This programme teaches you a great way to structure presentations and help improve your skills Each session had comprehensive feedback and evaluation which was extremely helpful I enjoyed the practice at each session and to see each participant’s skills increase I understood the importance of eye contact, losing the gap fillers and the importance of structuring a presentation I loved the programme, its structure and the ability to practice in a safe environment The self-critique and feedback provided helped me a lot within the programme I liked receiving the feedback and having the practice to give presentations I learned the importance of structure and losing gap fillers I learned
I feel the seminar was very useful and will help me deal with people in the real world iMA not only provided an eye-opening look at my team but it was also an exploration of who I am and how I interact with others It was a fun and collaborative seminar and a great way to get to know my team It gave me a different perspective to how different high colours work and how different communication styles relate to each other as well as what approach to take It was great to identify stress symptoms and the likely behaviour of different people I loved understanding how everyone has different behaviours to me, and I need to be mindful of this when communicating with others I understood different iMA colours, behaviours and stress traits in others The seminar was a great way to learn self-awareness and how to communicate with
Debs got to know me and my business really well right from the start which made it easy to discuss what was going on in my head and business each time we met. I enjoyed being held accountable for my own actions and plans each session and Debs was great at bringing ideas I had with me out into the light. I liked how personal and business goals were just as important and broken down into manageable chunks. I enjoyed listening to Debs' alternative ideas and suggestions for my business and life. I liked being accountable and having something checked off each session. Key areas which helped was addressing and making decisions or taking actions around issues I don't feel like dealing with. Not rushing things or expecting them to happen right away. Some useful strategies I learned was not to jump at the first offer, and to not get
I found the Success Factor Speech Coaching Business Programme excellent. I loved the structure and the ability to play with that while practicing with Debs. I feel more confident and know now I can reach out if I need further support in the future. My experience with the programme was that it was tailored to my needs. I would wholly recommend Debs and this programme and would say that we can only improve when we make mistakes in an environment where we are fully supported, and then the growth is inevitable. Working with Debs has been an incredibly valuable experience! I've gained a solid framework for structuring my speeches, which has made a huge difference in my confidence and clarity. English is not my mother tong. Not only did I learn how to express my ideas effectively, but I also developed new strategies for staying committed to my goals. The
I gave the programme 10 out of 10! I found it very helpful both personally and professionally and learned a lot about myself and my personality, coping mechanisms and helpful ways to assist me in dealing with confrontational or stressful situations. I understood better how I react to a situation, how I react to stress and how to decompress before attacking the situation. I have also learned a lot about me and why I am the way I am, and how the time constraints on my work are normally of my own making and not that of KPIs. One of the most useful strategies I learned was taking a breath before I attack a stressful situation, decompressing before I attack the workload, and realising the pressures I place on myself are my own rules and not that of the company or KPI based. I loved the programme, all aspects of
I was able to find out the type of person I am, using iMA (personal profile and communication tool) i.e. I'm a High Green, which was both interesting and informative. Learning what my comforts are and what my conflicts are really helped me understand how certain situations had impacted my life and way of thinking and how I can better roll with them or twist them into a a positive light. It's still certainly difficult to break certain habits and implement the tools given to me at times, but at least I'm able to understand why something might be affecting me the way it is and how I can disarm it if I need to. My overall assessment of the programme enabling me to dig deeper into why I had developed certain habits and developing new ways to break the old and build the new. The key points I gained
We hear of too many toxic cultures in the workplace which lead to trust issues and result in high turnover rates. The effect on our emotional wellbeing is huge creating poor work-life balance with behaviours of micro-management, lack of recognition and appreciation being apparent. With a few changes here and there, a workplace can be changed to a healthier environment. Here's some signs of toxic cultures and their antidotes: Lack of Trust and Transparency Sign: Employees are reluctant to share ideas or concerns, there's a prevalence of secretive behaviour, and information is hoarded. Antidote: Foster an open communication environment. Implement regular transparent updates from leadership and encourage open forums where employees can voice concerns without fear of retribution. High Turnover Rates Sign: Constant hiring and resignation cycles, employees frequently leave for better opportunities, indicating dissatisfaction. Antidote: Conduct exit interviews to understand reasons for leaving. Invest in employee development programs, offer
People often think empathy is feeling sorry for someone. Empathy actually is: Sensing other people’s emotions Mirroring someone’s feelings Image what someone is thing Identify how a person is feeling Feeling overwhelmed by others’ tragedy Really listening to what others have to say Understanding another person’s feelings Imaging how someone is feeling Seeing things from another point of view Common Perceptions of Empathy Many people view empathy as a simple act of kindness or sympathy. They often believe empathy is merely feeling sorry for someone or showing concern for their troubles. This perception is largely shaped by everyday interactions where expressing empathy might involve saying comforting words like, "I'm sorry you're going through this," or "That must be really hard for you." While these expressions are well-intentioned and valuable, they only scratch the surface of true empathy. Another common misconception is that empathy requires experiencing the exact same emotions as
In today’s fast-paced world, we are often encouraged to keep pushing forward, to keep working, and to avoid slowing down. However, there’s a growing recognition that sometimes, the best way to achieve success is by incorporating strategic pauses into our plans. A ‘pause plan’ is a proactive strategy that allows individuals or teams to take intentional breaks, reassess their goals, and realign their actions with long-term objectives. Far from being a sign of slowing down, it is a key to sustained growth, creativity, and productivity. Why a Pause Plan is Essential Pauses are not the same as stopping. A well-designed pause plan offers several benefits, both personal and professional. First, it provides time for reflection. In the whirlwind of daily tasks, it’s easy to lose sight of the big picture. Pausing allows individuals or organisations to evaluate progress, assess challenges, and make informed decisions on how to move forward. Secondly,
