WFH. Getting some structure
WFH. Getting some structure

As a seasoned WFH-er, I have some advice and tips for those who are finding it all a bit new.

How to get some structure.

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My response to Covid-19
My response to Covid-19

The corona virus is affecting everyone. It’s right to give a response in my blog. Photo by Tobias Tullius on Unsplash

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Fostering empathetic listening as a mentor and coach
Fostering empathetic listening as a mentor and coach

Some ideas and practical tips on the skill of listening empathetically.

Photo by Nick Fewings on Unsplash

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Starting crucial conversations that create a paradigm shift: sustainability practice starts now
Starting crucial conversations that create a paradigm shift: sustainability practice starts now

Starting a crucial conversation that is climate emergency related. Better responses from both individual professionals and our community of practice.

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Training mentors - notes from the field
Training mentors - notes from the field

If you want to promote or use mentoring in your organisation, you need to train and support them. Here are some Ideas for what to include in mentor training.

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Making the most of downtime to boost wellbeing when you work on your own
Making the most of downtime to boost wellbeing when you work on your own

Ideas and tips blog. I write about making you - i.e. everyone who runs your own small/micro business - take time off for wellbeing, self development and some social responsibility.

Image from @_imkiran at Unsplash

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