tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-62125196302966061842012-01-25T18:08:21.041ZLifestyle coaching, Sports - mindskills coaching, Sales & performance coaching, Team development, Change management, Business improvement consultancy, Strategic planning, Human resourcesAmanahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08295734403281420152noreply@blogger.comBlogger701100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6212519630296606184.post-66395342090387197512012-01-25T18:07:00.001Z2012-01-25T18:08:21.047Z

....Usually you don't. Until they hit rock bottom that is - then everyone knows because it hits the papers. But that's (arguably) too late. Struggling to cope can be picked up much earlier than that, often there are tell tale signs that build up over a long period of time. Signs such as these: 1. Withdrawal from being around people(including family) 2. Moods becoming inconsistent for no

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Sarah Harding , singer from Girls Aloud checks in to a clinic to recover from depression. That's why people in living in the spotlight need a personal coach - so that they don't get to this stage.Lot's of people suffer from depression and alcoholism, but when you  have to live 'out loud' in the public eye, life then becomes incredibly tough.  Get well soon Sarah....  http://www.dailymail.co.uk/

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So The X Factor is back on our screens in the UK and has landed on the screens in the US. The contest is full of excellent singers - solo and groups, and has it's usual mix of those who cannot and will never be able, to sing. Even if their mum does tell them they can. But can you pick a 'winner' out of all that talent?   There are plenty of people with confidence, and those who have been

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'The Victor Meldrews of this world are more likely to fall ill. Experts claim there is a link between physical sickness and being constantly grumpy like Richard Wilson’s One Foot In The Grave character. They studied how negative emotions can affect people and examined the relationship between failure, bitterness and quality of life. Failure was singled out as the biggest cause of

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The range of people I coach individually is, quite honestly, staggering. There is no consistent age, type, sex, or occupation-some are seriously wealthy some are not so, some have a traditional job, others don't, like: Golfers Actors Singers Footballers Business Leaders Chief Execs But what do they have in common? .....not enough 'success' or 'happyness' (judged by their own rules not

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Walkahead Blog: It's Bad News: " ..."

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                                                                                                                                                        Every day I look at a newspaper.Everyday I see the news. Everyday it's always the same  story....                                                                                                   It's. Bad. News. Sometimes it's shockingly

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Walkahead Blog: A Lesson From Darren Clarke....: "Here's a lesson for all of us. ..."

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Here's a lesson for all of us.                                                                                                                               But it's a particularly good lesson for all those people who want success or fame FAST. Darren has been a great golfer for many years, and has had lots of success along the way, but he hasn't won as big a tournament as The Open. Until now

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Walkahead Blog: ..Are you halfway there yet?....: "Yep, we're halfway through the year already .... ...And there are 2 big questions to ask yourself. ....and the firs..."

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Yep, we're halfway through  the year already....            ...And there are 2 big questions to ask yourself. ....and the first one is this:  1. How badly do I want it (whatever it is you had hoped to achieve that is)? One of the biggest reasons we give up are because our desire is not big enough, or strong enough to help us overcome the obstacles and challenges that pop up along the

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One door closes, and another one opens. Of course it doesn't always feel good at the time - but it will all turn out well for you. We have a tendency to think on the 'dark' side, and that then pulls us into a hole we struggle to get out of (without a holiday, or a big lift of some kind). But here's a tip for Cheryl Cole, anyone who has been rejected by 'X Factor' and those of you who have

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Walkahead Blog: When being bad, is really good...: "Being good is so overrated. Sometimes, being a little bit bad is not bad at all. Like when we break the rules, because the rules aren't ri..."

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Being good is so overrated. Sometimes, being a little bit bad is not bad at all. Like when we break the rules, because the rules aren't right anymore! Like when we know we should conform, but it goes against our values. Like when we know the process, but it's boring- so we choose our own path. Like when doing things right, isn't the right thing to do. Like when cutting corners, is a cut worth

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It was about to be a straightforward meeting, in a straightforward coffee shop. Nothing spectacular so far. Then it started whilst I was standing in the queue to be served. 'Do you want something to go with that coffee...go on, treat yourself'. That's nice- he's probably trying to hit a target and sell some extras, but I liked how he did it. Then he made the customer laugh, which made me

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How must that feel to have your name called as the 'winner'...the one who has beaten off the competition, the one who has stood out above all others?Wow. For some people it's a life defining moment. For many , it's a dream that will never happen. They don't believe they will ever be the One.I disagree. Totally.I believe that anyone who puts their mind to it, who does what it takes, who can stay

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Christmas is a distance memory...the fun of New Year has gone,and we are well into January 2011.So What Now?Are you raring to go or already fed up? Is this going to be YOUR year, or are you struggling to keep yourself motivated?Newspapers and Magazines are full of tips for mind, body and soul- so there's no shortage of help at hand.But tips aren't always the stuff that's needed.Often, it's you.

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For our entertainment, we currently have 3 big 'celebrity' programmes on TV: 'The X Factor', 'Strictly Come Dancing', and 'I'm a Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here'.So what's the attraction for us?Why are some of us glued to the set every night/week?Because (as the government is now realising) we want to be happy, have a laugh, have fun (even at the expense of others), and find a release from our

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So thousands have gathered in Wales to watch the Ryder Cup, and millions will be watching on TV.The golf course looks fantastic, and the competition is both famous and exciting. Already, bets are being placed on which team is likely to win.Is it about skill? Experience? Teamwork? Style?Yes, yes, yes and yes.And it's much more than that.The Ryder Cup -like many major tournaments is about the

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'Make the working week work for you.'How?Weight Loss wreckerYou skip your after -work Pilates class and pile into the nearest wine bar for your favourite tipple and packet of crisps. Then you call at the chip shop on teh way home pr make do with a frozen ready-meal in front of the TV.Weight Loss winner-tip.Slimming with colleagues can create a real bond, and there's less chance of going off track

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Are you look for some answers?If you are, then I have good news for you.I know how you can find them.It doesn't matter what answers you are looking for , they are all valid and important-and the questions may lead you to be in turmoil. The kind of questions that I have most commonly heard and helped people with are:1. When will I be successful?2. Will I ever find the right partner for me?3. Why

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.....the secret is out...Amana.... is a secret to be shared.She's sexy, she's different, she's exciting.And she is an incredible coach for the taking.She is a new way to help you get what you want.You (or someone you know) need her right now.Watch Amana's signature video at:http://www.amanawalker.com/...Offer her a cup of tea and a kitkat,and she'd love to meet up.She ain't no ordinary coach.

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Walkahead Blog: How 'Rich' are you?

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The 2010 'Rich List' has just come out.It's easy to feel envious of those people who have millions (many of whom have worked damn hard to get that money). They don't have to worry about bills, they can spend whatever they want-on whatever they want. Holidays, cars, homes, luxuries etc etc.But hold on a minute!....how many of them are happy?Ok, I know you'd be happy if you had that money, but for

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As the dust settles on the John Terry story, another one breaks with Ashley Cole.The talk is about footballers, but not football and the story is inevitably damaging for all involved and even for some who are not involved.The world of premiership football (and, lets be honest, the world of top flight sports) has changed. When you are in the public eye-the public gets a piece of you-heck its part

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So Wayne Bridge didn't shake John Terry's hand.Who's right and who's wrong? The debate will go on for a long time.One thing's for sure though -nothing changes until something changes.Wayne's emotional scars run deep. He has an axe to grind. When people you trust let you down, it's a shock to the system -especially if you didn't see it coming.He is angry, upset, let down, and humiliated.John Terry

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You know there are lots of things happening in the world that will put your life into perspecitive.So how badly off are you really?If your year still hasn't quite got off to the start you had in mind, here are some tips to get you going again.http://www.travelweekly.co.uk/Articles/2010/01/07/32754/how-to-start-2010-on-a-positive-note.htmlAfter that, it's down to you.AmanaStraighttalking coachhttp

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If you've got it-use it!...er, of course, if you don't know what it is you've got-you can't.That's why you need to know what it is about you that stands out, or could. ....And when you stand out from the crowd, there's no telling how far you could go. So 2010 might well be your year to shine, if it is, you need to be at this event.http://www.forwardladies.com/networking-events-hull/

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So 2010 is well under way, and we have had our best snowfall in years.Check your attitude so far: have you grumbled about the snow? fed up with it? want to see the back of it?Here's one example of how you can measure your attitude impact on your own behaviour, and on your friends/colleagues. If you've been negative-then you've (potentially) started the year on a negative note. Isn't it funny how

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...Come along to the event and you'll know how.http://www.forwardladies.com/networking-events-hull/find-your-own-x-factor--1441AmanaStraighttalking Coach.http://www.walkahead.co.uk/

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Ok, so I'm not an American...but my sister lives over there, so I am a bit, aren't I?!Anyway, Thanks Giving is a lovely time of the year. Being grateful for everything you have including the simple things that we take for granted. And actually, the more grateful you are, the more likely you are to be appreciative. And when that happens-you become a different person, warm, generous, friendly...and

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The most talented people are not necessarily the most successful people out there.Why is that?Here's one reason: Talent is not enough.In fact, talent is not even necessary anymore!To be successful, to be a winner, to gain support-you have to stand out.Take 'The X Factor'.On Sunday evening we saw the lovely, very talented Rachel-booted off with not enough votes to keep her there.On the other

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So there is good news sprouting up that we may be seeing the start of the end of the recession.Phew!Whether you choose to believe that or not-it's good for business to believe it. And it's good for you personally.Why?Because the more positive you feel-the better you perform. The more you sell. The more encouraged you are to try hard, and jump over hurdles that get in your way.Of course-some

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I've decided to write a book. I know many people say this and don't get very far, but because I'm letting you know about it-that in itself will force me to do it.After all, I'm not going to embarrass myself in front of you (and me) am I?So I'm ready, and determined to write an interesting, exciting and sometimes funny book.And I'm also going to blog for you on how it's going-warts and all-and if

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So you want to be famous?-so how do you do it?Well there are a series of steps to take, but I'm going to give you 1 tip here.Just 1.But it's a big one. No, the biggest.Check it out on the video. If you want more...let me know.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KeV4YpI368wAmanaStraighttalking coachhttp://www.walkahead.co.uk/

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Ok. I've decided to get my little old self on video.I'm no goddess or screen star-BUT-I do have something brewing just for you. And of course I have coached hundreds of people from all walks of life-Shhhh! I never mention names....I'll be posting messages, tips and ideas ,all of which are designed to get you MOVING...in the direction you really would rather be going. Sometimes it will be a kick

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Top flight football. Everybody has an opinion on how should be played.Very few get it right. Gone are the days when a bit of fancy footwork would get you into the team, lot's of young lads can do that now.It's amazing how a fabulously expensive team of players get out there and strutt their stuff, but end the game diasppointing and disappointed. Why don't they win? Why do they fail to impress?

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You know, I admire anyone (male or female) who makes something of themselves-and for that reason, Katie Price is amongst the best of them.How she chooses to live, and who she chooses to be with, is nobody's business but her own.How she behaves though-is everyone's business.Having become public property (which serves her well), she is open to strutiny even when she doesn't want it-and that,

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If someone had said to me 20 years ago that I would one day, be the MD of my own, successful business, seriously, I would have laughed out loud!Not because the suggestion is outrageous-just that, well, it would have been outrageous for me to achieve that. You see I was never one of those people who oozed confidence and actually had very little confidence in my own ability at one time. I didn’t

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Michael Winner is right.http://www.dailymail.co.uk/debate/article-1197766/I-born-wimp-I-just-pretend-Winner.htmlEveryone has confidence in them-we just need a push sometimes to bring it out, use it and enjoy ourselves. That's where a coach comes in handy......Life's too short to be afraid.AmanaStraightforward,straighttalking coachhttp://www.walkahead.co.uk/

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'I don't have the time to....'This is one of the most common sentences I hear. We don't have the time to-go to the gym, spend with family,friends, relax, do what we want, eat, blah bla blah.So we don't have time to live then really do we?Every moment of every day is living time. When we give ourselves excuses-we are accepting that we don't have time to live our life.Well guess what-I have good

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'When all is said and done-more is said, than done'.I love that-because it's true. If you're not happy about something in your life-do something about it. Don't be a whinger.Oh, I never said it would be easy-but then neither is living a life you're not happy with.Take your pick, then act like you're on fire.June is supposed to be hot isn't it? AmanaStraightforward, straighttalking coach.http://

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Sunday, 24th May 2009.It was a nailbiting finish to see which football teams would stay in the Premier League-and who would drop out of it.And, as usual, it wasn't all about footwork.It was about 'mindwork'. Drive, passion, 'killer instinct'-and some hoping another team would 'save' them with their own result.The winning attitude always comes from mindset, which can stem from the leader of the

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Nearly every day I see an example of someone who gives out a poor impression.They're either rude, standoffish, can't be bothered, or just not welcoming.If only they realised how damaging it is -for their personal image. They would be horrified.People buy people -face to face, by e mail, by phone, by anything.So for those of you who don't have the time to make an effort, consider this.When you do

Amanahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08295734403281420152noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6212519630296606184.post-7426044871588395812009-04-27T12:53:00.003+01:002009-04-27T13:07:04.627+01:00

Just for fun, here's my clip of the 'Loose Women' show.Reckon they might get me to join them?(...Amana is right though, the video is pants!).Amana.Straightforward,straightalking coach.www.walkahead.co.uk

Amanahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08295734403281420152noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6212519630296606184.post-14491770858193003612009-04-20T19:00:00.002+01:002009-04-20T19:14:41.483+01:00

I love it when I see people grab opportunities by the balls, and go for it!Take Susan Boyle, the lady from Scotland who is taking the world by storm with her lovely voice.Most people would have given up trying.She has led an almost reclusive life.She has been bullied.She has never been kissed by a man (her words).She has sung publicly and had auditions many times before and got nowhere.She is in

Amanahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08295734403281420152noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6212519630296606184.post-72939606443955878322009-04-08T19:06:00.003+01:002009-04-08T19:13:24.491+01:00

So many people are caught up in redundancies, company crashes and business change.If you are one of them-I have a message for you.It's not over if you lose your job.It's not over if you lose your business.It's not over if you lose your position in a re structure.It's really just the beginning of a new phase. Your thoughts determine how you feel. Think good stuff.Amana.Straightforward,

Amanahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08295734403281420152noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6212519630296606184.post-13924167002712942362009-03-31T11:26:00.004+01:002009-03-31T11:35:52.353+01:00

So the Apprentice is back on TV-hurray!Listen to my comments about the show, the new apprentices and their search for fame and fortune (or more of it!) with Sir Alan and gang.And if you miss it....get the latest news-on Twitter!https://twitter.com/CoachxAmanaStraighttalking, straightforward coachwww.walkahead.co.uk

Amanahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08295734403281420152noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6212519630296606184.post-90841699511599673482009-03-18T12:55:00.003Z2009-03-18T12:59:27.515Z

I'm now on 'Findatvexpert.com'.....And have just been released to people in the(TV) industry on the latest newsletter:Check it out at -http://archive.constantcontact.com/fs009/1102372063389/archive/1102510511902.htmlAmanaStraightforward,straighttalking coach.http://www.walkahead.co.uk/twitter/coachx

Amanahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08295734403281420152noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6212519630296606184.post-34367203848043672202009-03-18T11:47:00.005Z2009-03-18T13:00:48.296Z

This morning I spent an hour chatting to David Reeves (the Lara King Show) about the kind of people I coach-and also reviewing some topics related to my work from the mornings papers.Here's a flavour.......Remember what you do have, instead of focusing what you don't have. Jade Goody and Natasha Richardson's accident spring to mind. Who knows when its our time to go? We all have problems of some

Amanahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08295734403281420152noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6212519630296606184.post-88826396986949696262009-03-13T10:59:00.004Z2009-03-13T11:14:45.880Z

Go on-have a laugh!Reasons to be cheerful-part one!-Smiling uses fewer facial muscles than frowning(less wrinkles!)-Laughter changes your mood-to a good one-Good old belly laughing is a known (free) cure for illness-You are always more attractive when you smile-People warm to you when you are fun and enthusiastic-so be a magnet-It's good to give-time, money, ears (to listen), pressies, chat,

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...As if you don't hear enough-you can now follow me on Twitter !Does this woman ever shut up?...er, no. http://twitter.com/CoachxAmanaStraighttalking Coachwww.walkahead.co.uk

Amanahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08295734403281420152noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6212519630296606184.post-26668199350165820512009-02-19T09:57:00.002Z2009-02-19T10:05:48.812Z

Tune in to Radio Humberside this Saturday morning 21st Feb... and listen to Amana again live on air.Learn something interesting, ask a question, or just get yourself some free tips.http://www.walkahead.co.uk/

Amanahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08295734403281420152noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6212519630296606184.post-9510525746661619022009-02-13T17:31:00.005Z2009-02-13T17:43:00.205Z

So, today is supposed to be one of the unluckiest days of the year-if you are superstitious of course.And it will be-if that's what you believe.It will also be very lucky-if that's what you believe.Here's what's important to believe though-we create our own luck. You might not see 'evidence' straight away, but you will see it.So I'm off..to have an extremely lucky Friday, and Saturday, and

Amanahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08295734403281420152noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6212519630296606184.post-24982264120905419822009-02-13T17:10:00.005Z2009-02-13T17:29:55.696Z

Chris Brown has everything going for him.Youth, talent, hit records, good looks, personality......and Rhianna.So whatever it was that got him to fever pitch with his lovely lady, didn't just happen -it had been brewing for a while.(if the allegations of him assaulting her are true of course).We all have times when our emotions drive us to behavour that we don't like, be it being in a bad mood,

Amanahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08295734403281420152noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6212519630296606184.post-55876201007841014452009-02-03T19:27:00.007Z2009-02-13T17:09:13.114Z

There are so many articles and newspaper reports about how our teenagers are excelling in school (and yes, some schools results are also going down in).What we don't see though, is how well prepared young people are for LIFE-like, how to have great results in the subjects of :confidence, self esteem, common courtesy, winning people over (of all ages) and standing out for the right reasons-and not

Amanahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08295734403281420152noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6212519630296606184.post-5136544715472482552009-02-03T14:13:00.011Z2009-02-03T17:48:30.192Z

In this 3rd slot in the series , we talked about changing direction.Of course, this isn't just for people out of work now-it's for anyone who is in a job they don't want to be in!It's a brave thing changing direction-not many people do it because it really is easier to stay where you are-in the job you've always done or known, or in the line of work you've always known.But that doesn't mean you

Amanahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08295734403281420152noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6212519630296606184.post-74799196887982112472009-02-03T12:22:00.001Z2009-02-03T12:27:32.057Z

Tips and talking points from KCFM's after 1100 from Tuesday 3rd Feb

Amanahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08295734403281420152noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6212519630296606184.post-55345610887161329442009-01-13T13:39:00.007Z2009-02-03T17:43:49.598Z

Ok so here we are with part 2 of our sessions on Rob's 'After 11' show talking about how to help ourselves get a job.In today's (13th Jan) show we talked about Interviews-how to prepare for them, and how to conduct yourself . Now, I know-very few people enjoy interviews-even the employers conducting them!- especially when they are seeing lots of people-and everyone starts to look the same!. You

Amanahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08295734403281420152noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6212519630296606184.post-1848830389726724842009-01-13T13:06:00.006Z2009-02-03T17:45:23.549Z

So today (5th Jan) was the first in a series of 3 sessions when I talked to Rob Langley on KCFM's 'after 11' show about how to, in different ways, get that job!.Here's the key points from this session, which was all about how you can start to help yourself:Being redundant/Unemployed is a difficult time for anyone, and there are thousands out there in the same position as you-so don't take it

Amanahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08295734403281420152noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6212519630296606184.post-83987515238583060692009-01-08T12:43:00.005Z2009-02-03T17:43:08.451Z

Great news! The Bank of England has cut the interest rate again-it's now the lowest since records began....Not so great news!....What if interest in you is low? what if it's the lowest since you began?This got me thinking.Here's an opportunity to have twice the amount of great news.What if interest rate in you is the highest it's ever been? Wouldn't that help you create some security in your life

Amanahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08295734403281420152noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6212519630296606184.post-57917874049943766722009-01-02T19:29:00.010Z2009-03-05T11:02:00.165Z

Ever thought it’s unfair that so many people seem to have a successful or glamorous life-and you don’t?Well here’s some good news for you.Firstly-many people, who look ‘visually successful’, are not.Oh I know, they wear the latest fashions, and are seen in all the right places.But that's not the whole truth.Secondly, the more successful you feel on the inside, the more you will become it on the

Amanahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08295734403281420152noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6212519630296606184.post-17307188717554498582008-12-22T21:42:00.005Z2009-02-03T17:42:26.966Z

So many people look forward to Christmas because it's a lovely time of the year. People are happy (generally) and it's the time to forget your troubles and have fun.But then they don't. Have fun that is.What happens is that we allow what's not good around us, to influence us.We allow other peoples' problems and stresses to become our problems.We rush around like crazy, and forget that '

Amanahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08295734403281420152noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6212519630296606184.post-86413879070519349082008-11-18T12:37:00.008Z2008-11-18T13:46:40.965Z

Yes we will soon be looking for coaches who stand out for their:bright personality and attitude, their ability to 'wow' people at first (and 2nd and 3rd etc) impression, are experienced(in what we provide), qualified to coach and who are also damn cool to look at and be with!Are we asking for a lot?-too right we are, but this is the minimum expected if you want to join the WalkAhead crew.If

Amanahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08295734403281420152noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6212519630296606184.post-2257575532562474172008-11-05T09:47:00.006Z2008-11-18T13:50:46.597Z

We have witnessed something very special happening in the USA.Not the fact that Barack Obama is now the next President(although this will be a talking point for years to come).The something very special is this: the candidate with the least amount of experience ( and probably knowledge) has won on the strength of his personal ‘x’ factor-his ability to ‘connect’ with people of all colours, race,

Amanahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08295734403281420152noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6212519630296606184.post-13773619635753008082008-10-13T12:13:00.022+01:002008-11-18T13:50:31.549Z

Are you Xciting?Do you have something about you that's Xtra special?....in fact, how much of that 'X' have you got!?The truth is, everyone needs it-especially now when things are tough. If you don't possess that certain 'something'-you don't have a cat in hell's chance of standing out.Think about it-there are thousands of people in the UK alone, trying to hang on to their current jobs-or trying

Amanahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08295734403281420152noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6212519630296606184.post-39798006456256320392008-09-11T09:52:00.011+01:002008-11-18T13:50:04.549Z

Some people are just lucky, right?Wrong!People who are just lucky tend to create their own luck. And anyone can do it, it's just that most people don't-they wait for things to happen to them (it's ok, I admit I've done this plenty of times).I'm not talking about any magic potion here by the way, or doing any 'hocus pocus'-or in fact doing anything illegal, sorry!But here's the thing, you can be

Amanahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08295734403281420152noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6212519630296606184.post-88632247159336186932008-04-25T14:58:00.006+01:002008-11-18T13:49:42.886Z

Interesting isn't it?Millions are glued to the news coverage of the race for the Whitehouse.It may be a top story-but it's also damn good entertainment! I mean-whilst we are gripped by the different styles of candidates and how well they are 'performing'-we are all the while making up our own minds as to who we would vote for oursleves.Some vote for sound policies. Others for experience and

Amanahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08295734403281420152noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6212519630296606184.post-32500247885050959242008-02-25T11:56:00.004Z2008-11-18T13:49:19.136Z

Seems like we are living in an age of 'addiction'....and most of the stuff we are addicted to is bad for us.So if we are going to get hooked on sumething-why not make it something that drives us to succeed-in whatever it is we want from life. Health, diet, love,fame, money...you know what's important to you.How do you start?Sounds easy enough, but this is where most of us go wrong. We don't

Amanahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08295734403281420152noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6212519630296606184.post-42180611558755023722007-10-27T16:03:00.004+01:002008-10-16T18:32:56.027+01:00

Welcome to our Blog.It's straightforward -of course-just like we are.No jargon, no funny business, no psychobabble.Just seriously good coaches with enthusiasm that cannot be bought anywhere.Enjoy the read over the coming months -and get in touch, we'd love to hear from you.Amana

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