Pheona, Author At Sandown Business School

Harnessing the Power of Polyvagal Anchors: A Guide to Emotional Regulation and Wellbeing

I am often asked ‘How do I better manage my emotional reactions to difficultsituations?’ Whilst there are many techniques to support our state management (or emotional state) there is often the challenge of having to practice those techniques so that they are easy to switch on or to utilise in the heat of the moment. […]

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What does a Career in Coaching Mean? – Part 1

Career Transition

I am often inspired to write about great questions and one that has recently been a topic of conversation for our students is: ‘What does a career in coaching mean?’ This article starts with that question and then expands to encompass two follow-on questions. Part 1 explores: ‘How would you recognise the gaps in a

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Unlocking the Power of Ikigai: A Path to Fulfilment

Personal Growth

In all of us, there is a hunger, marrow-deep, to know our heritage – to know who we are and where we came from. Alex Haley In the fast-paced world finding balance and purpose can be a challenging endeavour. However, I recently came across a beautiful, profound concept known as Ikigai. A Japanese term that

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Let’s embrace being ‘Safely Uncomfortable’’

Personal Growth

In a world that often glorifies comfort and convenience, the idea of intentionally seeking discomfort may seem counterintuitive. However, becoming ‘safely uncomfortable’ is a concept that can lead to personal growth and mental strength. In this article, I will explore the fear of discomfort in modern society that tells us we should not feel any

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Emotionally intelligent leaders understand the power of coaching!

Leader as Coach

In the ever-evolving realm of leadership, a striking trend is emerging – emotionally intelligent leaders are recognising and harnessing the profound impact of coaching. More than a mere leadership skill, coaching has become a cornerstone for success, guiding teams toward effective communication, understanding diverse perspectives and the ability to make complex decisions – which is

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Developing Confidence Through Your Coaching Signature

Personal Growth

Coaching can be seen as a professional art, seeking to profoundly impact others. To truly excel as a coach, we need to understand the essence of our coaching style, which we, at Sandown Business School, often refer to as a ‘Your Coaching Signature’. This unique fingerprint sets every coach apart. It can play a pivotal role

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Team and Group Coaching – What are the Differences?

Team Coaching

In today’s fast-paced and collaborative work environments, coaching has emerged as an invaluable way of supporting individuals with their personal & professional development. Whilst individual coaching has long been recognised and the ROI is steadily becoming more widely accepted, the concepts of team coaching and group coaching have gained significant prominence in the last few

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Sensory calibration in coaching.

Neuroscience in Coaching

What are the benefits of sensory calibration for coaching and mentoring? That is a great question to ask. As a coach or mentor, you want to establish rapport, trust, and understanding with your clients or mentees. One way to do that is to use sensory calibration, a technique from neuro-linguistic programming (NLP) that helps you

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