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Managing Yourself As a leader you will be aware it takes more time and energy to improve non performance to mediocrity than to improve first rate performance to excellence. To manage yourself, you have to know your values, not ethics as they are the same for everyone. "The mirror test". Ethics requires you to ask yourself what kind of person do you want to see in the morning. What is ethical behaviour in one company or situation is ethical in another. If you work in an organi

How do you deal with Imposter Syndrome. Feelings of not being good enough and self doubt in your job despite external evidence of success. Pauline R Clance and Dr Suzanne A Imes defined and coined the phrase Imposter Syndrome. People convince themselves they are phonies amongst their colleagues who they view as the real deal. As a result they work longer and harder to measure up in their own eyes. This over work can result in burnout, issues with mental health and relationshi

If you are a perfectionist, you may find yourself: ·       comparing yourself to others  ·       being overly concerned about making mistakes or messing up ·       being self-critical of your performance ·       feeling as if you bring little to no value to your team ·       worrying about letting down your teammates ·       worrying about disappointing your coach or parents ·       wanting to do everything the ‘right’ way ·       struggling to communicate and talk more on th

Discovering your peace amongst Chaos The challenge of Loneliness in February 2026 These day’s loneliness has become an epidemic. Research has shown that there is a strong correlation between loneliness and stress. The more time we spend alone, the more prone we are to low moods, trouble sleeping, and increasing levels of stress. Loneliness can take a serious toll on our physical health as well. Studies have found that chronic loneliness can increase the risk of developing hea

Creating a Stress-Free Work Environment: What You Need to Know A stress-free work environment is not just a dream but a practical goal that can lead to increased productivity, better employee retention, and overall improved well-being. Organizations that prioritise creating such environments see substantial benefits in terms of employee satisfaction and performance. Here’s what you need to know about how organisations can create a stress-free work environment and the benefits

20 Reasons to Get Career Coaching from bjkennomotivation.com Because working harder hasn’t moved your career forward. Because being good at your job doesn’t guarantee progression. Because clarity beats motivation every time. Because your career shouldn’t be left to chance or office politics. Because blind spots hold people back more than lack of talent. Because confidence grows when you have a clear plan. Because feeling “stuck” is a sign you need perspective, not pressure. B