Training as Initiation #1

Posted by on Jul 17, 2009 in learning, training | 0 comments

There’s a thought that’s been fluttering around in my head for a few months about why training for professional and personal development often seems to lack the potency we might wish. Sure, people are informed, even challenged.  They go away with some new knowledge and skills, and hopefully a different attitude.  But it rarely changes their lives.  Now, maybe you think I aim too...

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To NLP or not to NLP

Posted by on Nov 5, 2008 in personal development | 6 comments

Maybe some of you will have heard of NLP or Neuro-Linguistic Programming.  It’s all the rage in the sort of circles I move in – the realm of coaches, management consultants, trainers and professional communicators.  Some academics and psychologists brand it as gimmicky, without an adequate basis in research, and productive of a cult-like mentality.  To others, its a...

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Are You Just Brilliant?

Posted by on Dec 3, 2007 in entrepreneurship, news and events, personal development | 0 comments

Last Thursday, I attended a networking event, Castle Leslie - A Business Built on Branding Brilliance which was hosted by several Northern Ireland women’s networking organisations, including one that we belong to, Women on the Move. The speaker, Sammy Leslie, a direct descendent of those who originally owned Castle Leslie in County Monaghan, was speaking about how she took on the...

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Freelancers and Consultants

Posted by on Nov 8, 2007 in entrepreneurship | 0 comments

Update:  we are holding meetings with all those interested on Saturday, 1st December.  Ring 028 9043 6634 to book your slot, a few spaces are still available. Are you a freelancer or consultant?  Do you have expertise in management or IT training, coaching, technical writing, copy-editing or proofreading? We also welcome those who have experience in areas other than those listed. Email your...

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