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Getting clear on the problem

In today’s audio, I discuss one of the most important but overlooked steps in solving any problem.. You can listen to the audio by clicking on the play button below. Beneath the audio, I have provided a general transcription. There will be some small differences between the audio and the transcription.TranscriptionIt’s Carthage here again from Live […]

How to build a new relationship and network

I recently received a link to an excellent video, from the Daily Kindness Blog on how to build a new relationship and grow your network. No matter what you are trying to achieve in life, you are going to find it much easier if you have the right people on your side. You can go […]

12 Things an assertive person should be able to do. Are you assertive?

Assertiveness is a key skill in every area of life You may have all the plans, goals and objectives that you can possibly think of but if you do not have the resolve to communicate your needs and; stand up for your rights; your plans, goals and objectives are meaningless.Many of my coaching clients approach […]

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5 Minute relationship tips for better living

The basis of a solid relationshipIn today’s 5 minute relationship tip, I discuss the topic of integriy which I believe is the basis of any genuine relationship. I discuss how integrity is not just about keeping your word. You can listen to the audio by clicking the play button. Alternatively, you can read the transcript below […]

One of the main reasons people refuse to help you

In today’s audio, I discuss one of the most common reasons why people refuse to help you when you ask for their help and I give you two questions you need to consider before you ask. You can listen to the audio by clicking on the play button below. Beneath the audio, I have provided a […]

Be the goal in the relationship

I want to talk to you about the importance of being the goal and how that affects your relationships. Relationships are so important in each and every area of our lives they are fundamental to help us to pursue our goals, dreams and objectives; to help us to connect with others; to feel important; to […]

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Clarify and get all of the information

Communication is a powerful tool, when used correctly.To work correctly it needs both people to participate and speak honestly and openly. Where there isn’t full honesty, assumptions occur and where assumptions occur, problems are rarely far behind.It is not that we are always being intentionally dishonest but sometimes we hold back on the telling the […]

The proper approach to a relationship problem

At least weekly, I get an email whereby somebody tells me all about the problems in their relationship. They will give me a detailed account except the details are not entirely honest. I know this because I know the simple truth; it takes two to make a relationship work and it takes two to make […]

How are you contributing to the problem?

In my capacity as a coach, I regularly have clients and readers contacting me to tell me their problems. If I can offer a quick piece of advice, I do so but there is one reply I use regularly which doesn’t go down well with most people. That reply is:In my capacity as a coach, […]

Test the message received to give clear instructions

To get things done, we are regularly required to cooperate with others. Sometimes, we need them to give us clear instructions to ensure that we can do the best job for them. Other times, it is us who must provide the clear instructions. And there lies a very important point: instructions and clear instructions are not the same thing. When […]

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