Author Archives: Genevieve Matthews
Presence?
Yesterday was talking with a business owner who was talking about how good his 2IC was. So had to ask – What are her best qualities? Why is she so good? Here’s what was said. Apart from the fact that she really knows her stuff. She’s very capable at her job. She has this presence.…
Breakdowns and Breakthroughs
Recently during a workshop one our participants burst into tears and as they flowed, running down her cheeks, she said “I’m so sorry, I don’t know why I’m crying about this”. Often clients excuse their meltdown (whether mildly upset and frazzled or having the full blown cry and snot sessions). Sometimes it’s in the…
The No. 1 Key to Success for High Performing Teams
There are so many life and business lessons to learn from watching sports teams perform. What works well, what doesn’t. Why they lose and why they win. It’s fascinating and it’s in front of us all day long with a diverse range of sports being played around the world 24/7. I reckon one of…
Staying on the Pathway
It came as somewhat of a surprise when first starting out in business. Now, 9 years in to running my own show, each and every day can still be as wobbly and as challenging as in the early days. The view though is different! There is a real art to being able to staying on…
Do you Bark, Bite or need some Roar?
Today a client was talking about the toughest part of her job being having to deal with all the politics and personalities, the people stuff hey! And they say you should never work with children or animals. After coaching 5 year olds through the soccer season this winter, it has been a breeze compared…
No Pain no Gain
It’s an old adage, that has been around for ever, and it is important. There are no shortcuts, no magic pills or such thing as overnight success. Those who want the easy route or to take the express train, for those that expect to be able to jump the queue and arrive at their ‘destination’…
The Beauty in Life
Feel like you’re always rushing for the finish? Too often we’re so focused on the end goal, the finish line, we forget to savour and enjoy the journey. The highs, the lows, the peaks and troughs. When we actively take a look at this, we can see it’s where the richness and growth exist. The…
Case Study:
The training was engaging and we had a great group to work with throughout the program. I feel better equipped to manage my stress at work. I am now more focused and better at setting priorities.
Wildlife Coast Cruises
Jess Patman
and Brett Lacco
Case Study:
I learnt a lot about communication and adaptability. Particularly how to find middle ground with people. I learnt a lot about how to deal with challenging behaviours with external stakeholder relationships.