Author Archives: Mackechnie

About Mackechnie

I'm a passionate people developer, adaptive behaviour specialist, great listener, challenger, traveller, creative solutions generator, writer and avid networker.

GOAL SETTING TOOLS

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“A man or women without a goal is like a ship without a rudder. Each will drift and not drive. Each will end up on the beaches of despair, defeat and despondency” Zig Ziglar (1974) WHAT IS A GOAL? ‘A … Continue reading

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THE EFFECTS OF COACHING

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  I have pulled together some of the coaching research findings and have summarised them in the attached PDF (The Effects of Coaching). Where available I have included a link to the material. Other findings will be updated as necessary … Continue reading

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The really frightening thing about middle age is that you know you’ll grow out of it. Doris Day

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SILVER BULLET

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There is no silver bullet and frankly you probably don’t need one. It is far more important to be able to find the right kind of gun, be able to load the gun … and perhaps most importantly, be able … Continue reading

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COACHING-THE IDIOT OR THE SCHOLAR

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            “Mediocrity is Excellent in the Eyes of the Mediocre” (unknown) I saw this story in a publication recently and thought I would share it with you all. Worried About the Sky Falling In. There … Continue reading

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WHAT IS COACHING?

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A short article setting out a view of coaching. 1. What is coaching? There are a number of variations – this one is perhaps is one of the clearest. ‘Coaching is a participative partnership designed to develop an individual to … Continue reading

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WELCOME

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Hi and welcome, Now you’re here there are a number of things you can do – read the new coaching posts, check out the coaching archives, read other peoples comments, and so on. You can also leave your own comments, … Continue reading

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THERAPY VERSUS COACHING

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I’ve been involved in a range of discussions both physical and on line as part of some research I’m conducting on coaching and, as expected, a number of key points have arisen. One of them is the difference between therapists and coaches. … Continue reading

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WHAT COACH IS BEST FOR YOU?

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Coaching is now being adopted by far more UK Companies and is one of the most effective ways to develop the ‘business,’ the business leaders and managers. Coaching service provision includes helping businesses to be more creative in their financial … Continue reading

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Sacred Journey

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“The longest road we will ever walk is the sacred journey from our head to our heart” Phil Lane

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