Posts by Phil Charles
What are the 5 Best Practices for Working from Home
More and more people are deciding to embrace the flexibility of working from home. There are so many pluses, from cutting out the commute to being able to focus without the distractions of open offices. But it can be a challenge to maintain motivation and productivity when it’s just you and the cat. So how…
Read MoreHow to Empower Yourself by Breaking the Rules
Breaking the rules can empower you – yes, really. Rules can severely limit your beliefs and purpose in life, keeping you back from expressing emotions and from trying new things. Think about the negative things you tell yourself on a daily basis – “My parents said I couldn’t do that,” “I don’t have the brains…
Read MoreHow to use Essential Ergonomic Tips when Working from Home
Millions of people are now taking up flexible employment options, like working from home. If you have set up in a home office, there are some ergonomic basics you should remember, to stay in top shape. 1. Set Up a Proper Home Office Having a separate room for your home office is the best option,…
Read MoreWhat Is the Best Consulting Business Model?
You may not be aware that there are different consulting business models that you can choose if you want to start a consulting business. Choose a model that fits your lifestyle so that you do not end up with another ‘job’. Solo Consultant. A lot of people start as a solo consultant. This means that…
Read MoreWhat are the Traits of a Successful Consultant?
The term ‘Great Resignation’ was coined by Anthony Klotz from Texas A&M University, in late 2020 in response to millions of workers in the US suffering burnout, re-evaluating work-life balance in light of the pandemic and quitting their jobs. The COVID-19 pandemic has allowed white-collar professionals to rethink their careers and long-term goals, after experiencing…
Read MoreHow to get Success through Prioritisation
I’m going to let you in on a little secret. You can’t do it all, we are all limited to 24 hours per day and our energy to accomplish is limited as well. It’s also why it’s important to get good at when it comes to success. Choosing what to do when and what to…
Read MoreHow to have Difficult Conversations
Sooner or later a difficult conversation needs to happen. While this is normal, how you handle those conversations will determine whether you come away from this particular discussion with a stronger appreciation for each other’s point of view. This is why it’s so important to handle difficult conversations well. How do you ensure you engage…
Read MoreHow to benefit from deliberately breaking rules
“You are remembered for the rules you break.” General Douglas MacArthur Breaking certain rules can result in huge benefits – but can also cause your worst nightmares. There comes a time when it becomes necessary to break a rule, simply to break control of a situation and to set yourself free. Here are some perks…
Read MoreTrain your brain to be your best competitive edge
The average person is inundated with information on a daily basis, and its only getting worse. With time, people are coming to realise that they need to take more charge of their mental well-being or else risk becoming overwhelmed with stress. These focus-improving exercises have little to do with push-ups and lunges, and everything to…
Read MoreHow to Focus on One Task at a Time
It’s easy to get distracted with the many things that need to get done. It becomes difficult to focus on one task, and you can feel overwhelmed with all the tasks piling up. Here are four things to help you focus: Focus on a Goal. Choose one goal to focus on every day – this will…
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