Gina Gardiner

The Power of Silence

Why is it that so many of us find silence hard to deal with? As a coach I work with so many people who find their heads constantly filled with "chatter" much of which is negative or downright destructive. These internal conversations have the power to... Read >

Managing Personal Overwhelm

We all lead incredibly busy lives. Almost every one you speak to complains that they are short of time and have too much to do. For many of us the way in which we deal with our "To Do" list can add to our sense of overwhelm leading to high levels of str... Read >

Creating Professional Fulfilment

I read a survey recently which stated that over 50% of people were dissatisfied with their job for one reason or another. That's a significant amount of dissatisfaction. At a personal level that is a huge shame. At an organizational level it is a perfo... Read >

What is Professionalism

Much is spoken about behaving professionally. Most people can actively recognise professionalism or the lack of it in others, but find it extremely difficult to define it, or model it when considering their own behaviour.So lets unpick exactly what we mea... Read >

Time is a Finite Commodity - Do You Have Enough?

I am always struck how often we hear about the same theme in several different contexts. I have been amazed how often the theme of time has come up this week. Several clients have chosen to focus their session on their lack of time and the negative ... Read >

The Champagne Corks Have been Popping to Celebrate Your Promotion

The champagne corks have been popping to celebrate your promotion. You have a well paid job you love - it's really interesting. You are using your talents to the full and your boss really values your contribution! If you recognise yourself in the sta... Read >

Saying Yes When You Would Rather Say No

So many of us find ourselves agreeing to do things even when it is detrimental to us. Having said "Yes" we find ourselves flying around, stressed and resentful. Creating a great relationship with yourself where you treat yourself as well as you treat othe... Read >

Organizational Beliefs - Long hours mean better productivity

Limiting beliefs are just as much an issue for organizations and departments as they are for individuals. Any belief which limits potential should be challenged. In this article I'd like to consider the belief which is held by so many organizations th... Read >

Optimizing Organizational Energy

Energy is a finite resource. How we live our lives as an individual impacts hugely on how energised we feel. (Article - Energy - Are You Making The Most Of Yours). Organizations often neglect to think about how they generate or dissipate the collective... Read >

How our Relationships with Ourselves Impact on our Relationships with Others

What gives you your sense of worth? Is just being you - enough? Do you rely on the opinion of others or on what you can do for others to give you a sense of who you are? When do you feel the best about yourself? Do you ever feel great about yourself? ... Read >

Energy - Are you Making the Most of Yours

When you are feeling at your most alive - raring to go and full of passion and energy - what are you doing? When you feel tired and out of sorts, pulled down and exhausted what is at the bottom of your lack of energy? You might think that for each p... Read >

Effective Delegation

Done well - delegation can free managers to lead and think strategically with a positive impact on productivity and efficiency. It offers a wonderful opportunity for professional growth and the best use of time and resources. Many managers talk about de... Read >

Dealing with Unacceptable Behaviour

I spoke with a client this evening who was feeling tired and under pressure. It soon became clear that the problem was being caused by one or two members of staff who she said were "dragging me down." After further investigation, it appeared that at th... Read >

Is Busy the Same as Being Productive

There is a myth in many organizations that being busy is the same as being productive. Yet activity can actually be covering up the lack of strategic direction. When I work with teams I am often struck by the levels of activity which have little to do w... Read >