Life Coaching

Laying The Foundations of the Life Coaching Process

Kris de Jong · 29 November 2021 ·

The life coaching process starts with laying a solid foundation, and is vital to the success of any program. Here’s my process…

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Never Give Up – Why Persistence Matters

Kris de Jong · 8 November 2020 ·

Harland Sanders was 65 years old and broke when he travelled across America looking for restaurants to buy his fried chicken recipe. After being rejected 1,008 times, he finally found someone to accept his offer. The rest is fast-food history, and in 1964 “Colonel” Sanders sold his chain of Kentucky Fried Chicken restaurants for $2 million. Never give up.

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The Power of Thoughts: Change Your Thinking, Change Your Life

Kris de Jong · 14 June 2018 ·

thinking “The mind is its own place, and in itself can make a heaven of hell, a hell of heaven” – John Milton, from the 17^th century poem Paradise Lost. How our thinking affects our wellbeing is not a new idea. But how can you change your thinking?

Cognitive Behavioural Coaching research shows that all our emotions and all our actions come from our thinking. Once you grasp this simple concept, you have the power to change your life for the better. The way we think about things has a huge influence on our level of happiness, our career, and success in life. [Read more…] about The Power of Thoughts: Change Your Thinking, Change Your Life

5 Simple Ways to Improve Your Communication Skills

Kris de Jong · 4 June 2018 ·

communication skills Good communication skills are increasingly important in the modern workplace. The ability to articulate your thoughts clearly and understand the needs of others is vital if you want to be successful in your career. You need to be able to interact in a positive and productive way with your colleagues, your boss, your employees and your clients. [Read more…] about 5 Simple Ways to Improve Your Communication Skills