Pam Macdonald | Public figure
Pam Macdonald
Phone: +61 438 843 970
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24.01.2022 This statement is really worthwhile in terms of how we manage stress. I've also heard (and used) the concept of the circle of influence and circle of concern
24.01.2022 Such wonderful timing and words from Brene Brown If you’re feeling weary, take in good quality material and words - from good books, good friends, good support people and (my favourite) good music
24.01.2022 As a leadership coach I love this analogy What is inside is what will spill out - our self is what we need to nurture and care for and manage
23.01.2022 Self care and end of day snuggles with my cat I’m practising what I often suggest to my coaching and mentoring clients - take some time out just to exist. Allow yourself a little time out on a regular basis... Tonight this is my self care treat
23.01.2022 Often my coaching clients ask about how to deal with critics and criticism. My tools and strategies are about checking in on the alignment of outcomes with purpose And this....
22.01.2022 Talk about your strengths and your transferable skills
21.01.2022 Are you aware of your perspective? This came up in conversation with a client yesterday Yes it’s 100 days to Christmas How did you respond to that? For most people it’s shock that Christmas is so close... As a coach I ask my clients to compare that perspective to how they view the last 100 days Many people have been doing it tough under restrictions over the last few months - and the time feels like it has dragged on. Yet 100 days to Christmas seems really close. If you feel your perspective needs a shift, perhaps now is the time to get a coach.
21.01.2022 Tell me where you’ve been, where you are now and where you expect to be in 5 years? Is it a better place? Can you make it a better place?... What do you need to do to achieve this? Let’s set some goals, give me a call and we can set up some great times to suit you to help you set goals and realise your dreams Regards Sam Holistic Wellness Coach & Natural Therapist. 0448531056
20.01.2022 Such a wonderfully true post For anyone in business or leadership right now I think we are all running a bit low because these have been challenging times. Top yourself up. You are important. Remember that you cannot help others when you have no energy or resource yourself.... As a mentor and coach, the role of self care and emotional awareness is a regular area I work on with clients
20.01.2022 Do what you can, when you can, all you can. These words came in an email to me today. A reminder that doing what we can is enough. Doing something, anything, especially being thoughtful and kind, is enough. Today.... Tomorrow. Each day and each step, one at a time See more
19.01.2022 Very important for leaders - to know yourself and ensure you don’t project your own issues onto a situation
19.01.2022 Today’s tip is to remember the power of a written plan Writing engages a different part of your brain - which is why it can seem hard to do - and helps keep you more focused on what you really need to do Take your annual plan down into quarters and then months... Break each month into weeks and each day set yourself no more than 3 key priorities or themes Check your plan at the start of each day to prep Review at the end of the day to a knowledge what you’ve done Take time at the end of each day to check in on the next days plan Let me know how useful you find these tips. Feedback is welcome.
18.01.2022 Your words matter As a leader consider - how the questions you ask can guide a conversation from frustration to a solution - what your purpose is when providing feedback - in what other ways might your words be interpreted... Today in an online group someone posted proudly a new product they have created after the failure of their family business. One person's comment - just one - was blunt, gave their opinion and led to a flurry of other posts about the comment not the product! The creator posted again noting a desire to remove the post and feeling less confident, then another saying a change had been made (based on the original post) My comment was supportive of the resilience, suggested a couple of tips that every new product should be tested by (namely target market feedback) and within 5 minutes has over 20 positive responses. It's not hard to use your words to provide valuable feedback without destroying confidence UPDATE - 60 positive responses after 4 hours. Our words matter - especially when in writing and in a public domain
17.01.2022 Such a timely and wise post from a friend
16.01.2022 This is a key success measure for coaches and mentors It is a great source of work pride for me
12.01.2022 When things are hard, find something that relaxes you and which you find enjoyable Even if only for a few minutes Take time out this weekend. Be screen free. Be human.
12.01.2022 It only takes one person - one conversation - one moment
11.01.2022 For those of you grappling with what and how to teach Here are some great ideas
10.01.2022 If you are seeking to change your outcomes or impact Consider engaging a coach or mentor If you’re thinking that you’d like me to support you as you make change, I currently have capacity for another 2 coaching/mentoring clients
08.01.2022 We have made many leaps and bounds with technology yet communication remains the key This is a funny meme, yet it highlights that we all need feedback. We need to "show up" at meetings.
07.01.2022 It may be simple yet often isn't always easy. I'm going to notice how many of these I do each day - water, 4-7-8 breathing and stepping outside are 3 of my regulars.
06.01.2022 When coaching, the work done with people often feels like this. The breaks/failures/disappointments are often rich veins of value, insight and learning. Not broken, richer.
04.01.2022 Otherwise it's just same shit different day...
03.01.2022 Powerful and well written. The comment that you think it's play, she is telling you it's not really resonated with me and is why this article applies at work and not only when dealing with children. Observe and note the feedback you receive - Leaders know this and Emotional intelligence describes it... Perception matters - just because one person thinks their behaviour is ok does not automatically mean it is ok It's really time for us to consider the consequences and impact of our behaviours. Part of my coaching conversations with almost every client encourages the check in and self reflection on how consistent the consequences are with the intention.
03.01.2022 An open letter To all my clients, friends and connections outside Victoria - please be kind to those of us still under restrictions. It's ok to post your travel and holiday pics - just please remember that sometimes I might feel a bit jealous.... I'm trying to see it as my virtual travel, but sometimes I have my moments When one or a few people do something wrong - especially trying to cross borders when they shouldn't or are sick, please remember that the wrong doing of one person does not represent everyone from that state. Broad generalizations and blame don't help any of us. I get it, really I do, that you don't want the virus to spread in your state. Me either. None of us benefits when terms like "all Victorians" are used - in the same way it doesn't help to say "all motorcyclists" or "all men". Please do keep sharing the humour and the funny memes - as long as they aren't too negatively pointed at other people. A laugh a day is a great thing at the best of times. It's more important and maybe harder to get in tough times. Let's all be better at being kind to ourselves and to each other. I might not feel like calling you to ask how you are, but I do it. Why? Because I know that there have been days when I craved someone asking me that question. Thank you to those who have called, messaged, reached out and stayed in touch. Some days those few minutes are what gets me through. And I know that I am not the only person who feels like that. Let's stay connected. Stay in touch. Keep doing what we can.
02.01.2022 It's really very important to look after ourselves all the time and especially now. This powerful article speaks of one woman's experience of burnout. Take a break. Be kind. Self care. Self compassion. Connection.... If you are feeling like you are in a rut and are working hard to stand still, perhaps a coach or mentor like me can assist you to get back on track and feeling more like yourself. https://womensagenda.com.au//my-too-busy-became-burnout-f/
02.01.2022 Wise words for a Tuesday. Respect the decisions you made based on what you knew at the time Respect yourself by learning from experiences and not repeating the same mistake twice (or more)
