Focus: 5 Simple Ways to Make the Most of Your Time

Focus: 5 Simple Ways to Make the Most of Your Time - and More!

Published: Sun, 09/06/20

Time flies! Get focused this September, plus tips, 3 helpful articles from our library & more from The Coaching Tools Company

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Usually busy with back-to-school energy, September feels very different this year. And yet, as schools start-up in various shapes and forms, we naturally focus in on what we want to get done in the last third of the year.

So to support you, in September, we have a focus on motivation, productivity - and focus!

And it's been a while since we've heard from the fabulous Ruby McGuire. Well, the wait is over, and in her inimitable style, Ruby has a brand new article for us:

5 Simple Ways to Make the Most of Your Time

Plus, we're sharing tips to focus on the client from master coach Marcia Reynolds, as well as 3 great articles from our library to help your clients get focused.

Warmly, Emma-Louise.

Here are this week's resources:

3 Coaching Tips to Focus on your Client...

Did you know Marcia Reynolds (MCC) has a new coaching book out: "Coach the Person, Not the Problem"? Well we're big Marcia fans, so to inspire you, we've adapted these 3 tips (from p61 of her latest book). Enjoy!

Focus on the person, not the problem with these 3 Tips from Marcia Reynolds:

1) Set the expectation for coaching. You and your clients need to have similar expectations for what coaching sessions will look like.

2) Maintain your belief in the client's capabilities. You recognize your urge to give advice... Breathe and let go of this urge as you remember your clients are creative and resourceful.

3) Know the right time to shift from clarifying the problem to coaching the person in front of you. If they're willing to explore what they personally need to resolve, you can shift the focus from the problem to the person.

Are you a Marcia fan too? Join me and Register here for Marcia's FREE 90 Minute Online Masterclass >> "Keys To Breakthrough Coaching" (all new from WBECS*)

AND watch next week for a special "Marcia" newsletter with a brand new coaching skills article, and more details about her brand new course/training!

3 Super Focus-Boosting Articles

1) How to Get Things Done in a Digitally Distracted World from Jennifer Britton. We're all constantly barraged with communication and distractions. For both client and coach, this article offers 4 foundations of time management for leaders and business owners.

2) Everything You Need to Know About Managing Interruptions! from Emma-Louise. Discover the key for dealing with ALL interruptions, plus get 3 helpful ideas to manage your interruptions better and 12 specific strategies to help.

3) Coaching Tools 101: Weekly & Daily "To Do List" Tool. Learn how to use this tool to get your clients closer to their goals EVERY single day! Learn the mantra, "Work first on what matters most!"

3 Coaching Quotes to Help You Focus!

1) "Persistence. Perfection. Patience. Power. Prioritize your passion. It keeps you sane." Criss Jami

2) "Unclutter your life. Unclutter your home. We feel best when everything and everyone around us is in harmony and in balance.The peace and the beauty of your home will raise you up, and give energy to your goals." Eileen Anglin

3) "Whatever your passion is, keep doing it. Don't waste time chasing after success or comparing yourself to others. Every flower blooms at a different pace. Excel at doing what your passion is and only focus on perfecting it. Eventually people will see what you are great at doing, and if you are truly great, success will come chasing after you." Suzy Kassem

* Please note that we are an affiliate partner for the Marcia's Training because we think it's awesome!

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