4 Benefits of Having a Mentor in the Workplace
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by Coach Ciara
2w ago
In today’s dynamic work environment, having a mentor can be a game-changer for career development. As professionals, we often undervalue the impact of a mentor’s guidance on our personal and professional growth and development. Mentors, with their wealth of experience and insights, offer both advice and the wisdom of lessons learned through their own success and failure. Below are some of the benefits of having a mentor in the workplace. Career Guidance and Support Mentorship offers a compass in a labyrinth of career pathways. A mentor helps you chart a course toward your professional goals by ..read more
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Morning Rituals To Energise and Motivate You
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by Coach Ciara
2w ago
For years I struggled to create the habit of rising early, culminating in writing a book to help me figure it out. Since I made my morning rituals part of my life it has helped increase my productivity, positivity, and happiness. I’ve also noticed over the years how my morning routine has positively impacted my physical and mental well-being. Below, are five invigorating morning rituals to energize and motivate you as you start your day. Early Rise for a Calm Start By waking up early, you give yourself the luxury of time, you effectively can add hours to the conscious awake part of your life ..read more
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Top 6 Traits of Confident Female Leaders
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by Coach Ciara
1M ago
Part of my mission as a leadership coach is to help create more confident female leaders. I come across so many capable, brilliant, women who haven’t fully reached their potential. The ones that have usually embody traits that elevate their personal leadership style and create a positive and lasting impact on their teams and organisations. Here are six defining traits of confident female leaders. Gives Credit to Others Confident female leaders understand the power of collaboration and the importance of acknowledging the contributions of their team. By giving credit where it’s due, they foster ..read more
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The Secrets of Productive Women in Business
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by Coach Ciara
2M ago
Women in business commonly juggle multiple responsibilities, from managing a team to family commitments. It may seem overwhelming, but many women have achieved great heights in their careers without sacrificing their mental or physical health. Let’s explore some of the secrets of productive women in business to learn how you can apply them to your own life. Finding Work-Life Balance Successful women in business have a healthy work-life balance. They understand that constantly working long hours and sacrificing personal time can lead to burnout and negatively impact productivity. Instead, they ..read more
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How To Project Confidence When Speaking to an Audience
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by Coach Ciara
2M ago
For most humans, public speaking is not something they get excited about. But in today’s corporate world, being able to speak confidently in public is not a ‘nice-to-have’ skill but a necessity. As women in corporate positions, how we present ourselves in front of an audience can significantly influence our career opportunities. Here are a few practical strategies that could enhance your public speaking skills and help you project confidence when speaking to an audience. Carefully Prepare Beforehand The cornerstone of confidence is preparation. Preparation gives you a clear roadmap for any pre ..read more
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How To Be a More Confident Woman in Leadership
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by Coach Ciara
3M ago
Women belong in leadership. In our evolving society, we need women’s rational, collaborative voice to ensure that society continues into the future. But Leadership can be more challenging for women, apart from the historical gender bias and the fact that we weren’t welcome at the table, we have to battle the realities of raising children and performing at a high level in a persistent masculine world.  One thing is that we need to stand up and be more confident of our abilities to be even considered for a seat at the table. Know Your Skills & Strengths Confidence comes from a combinati ..read more
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3 Communication Skills Every Manager Should Master
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by Coach Ciara
4M ago
Effective leadership starts with effective communication. However, with so many communication channels in use throughout the workday, managers need to hone their communication skills and prioritise the correct channels to ensure the liens of communication are open and effective. Whether you’re speaking with an employee in person, writing an email, connecting via a video call, or sending a chat message, verbal and non-verbal communication abilities are some of the most important soft skills a manager should develop and master. Practice Active Listening Many people think about communication in t ..read more
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How To Reach Your Goals Without Getting Overwhelmed
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by Coach Ciara
4M ago
Setting and achieving goals is an essential part of personal and professional growth and success. However, achieving those goals can be challenging and often feel overwhelming. The good news is that you can reach your goals with the right approach and mindset. Here are some practical strategies to help you reach your goals without getting overwhelmed. Create an inspiring vision The first step is to setting goals is to create an inspiring vision of the future. Setting goals for the sake of it will not be as successful a strategy as setting goals that really excite and inspire you. Goals that ar ..read more
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How to Overcome Imposter Syndrome
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by Ciara
6M ago
The concept of Imposter Syndrome was first introduced by psychologists Pauline Rose Clance and Suzanne Imes in 1978. Their initial research focused on high-achieving women who, despite their brilliance, felt like they didn’t deserve their success and would at some stage be found out. Clance and Imes had written a paper was called “The Impostor Phenomenon in High Achieving Women: Dynamics and Therapeutic Intervention.” Over time, the term evolved into Imposter Syndrome. The phenomenon is recognised when these individuals doubt their skills, talents, or accomplishments and have a persistent, int ..read more
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How To Stop Being Busy and Start Being Productive
The Productivity Blog By Ciara Conlon
by Coach Ciara
6M ago
How many times have you got to the end of a busy day and wondered what you actually got done?  Busy work and productive work often look similar on the surface, but the two have a very different impact on your goals. The first occupies time, and the latter leads to outcomes. Do you want to discover how to stop being busy and start being productive? If so read on. Create an Action Plan Busy work is usually reactive work. We start doing without thinking about what’s priority. It diverts your attention from critical tasks and usually feeds your need to tick boxes and achieve quick wins. This ..read more
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