Tell someone what life coaching is and it sounds like a scam, especially if you’re talking to an Asian person. My Chinese mother still doesn’t know what I do. The closest she’s gotten is when she mistook me for a counsellor. For the record, the International Coach Federation defines coaching as “partnering with clients in a […]
5 Life Lessons from Wildcrafting
Wildcrafting is the harvesting of plants from their natural habitat for food and medicinal purposes. It is also known as urban foraging when done in the city. If you’re feeling the weight of urban living, wildcrafting is a way to experience nature’s medicine without going far from home. You’ll begin to see familiar surroundings with […]
How to use Co-Design for greater success and a better world
You want the world to be a better place. But what can you do? Maybe you currently work in a purpose-driven organization, or maybe you don’t. Whatever your passion or profession may be, co-design offers a mindset that you can apply in your daily life to support a more engaged, equitable, and sustainable world. What’s […]
How to Give and Receive Feedback Like a Pro
Some skills are essential to success, but are never taught in school. A prime example is how to give and receive feedback. For the most part, we know when it’s done well: it feels natural, productive, and humbling. And we definitely know when it’s NOT done well: we leave feeling indignant and criticized. So what makes feedback good feedback? We […]
How is coaching different from mentoring?
One of the most common questions I get as a coach is: How is coaching different from mentoring? I’ve been a mentor, mentee, coach, and coachee. Here are key differences I’ve observed. A mentor: Has special knowledge in your interest area Shares their personal experience and expertise Listens to your challenges and gives you advice Speaks to […]
Faster isn’t always better. How to slow down so you don’t burn out.
You might get a rush from speeding through tasks, especially those that you don’t enjoy. (Dishes and grocery store lineups, anyone?) But there comes a point when faster isn’t better. Your work, health, and relationships can suffer. Sometimes, you need to slow down so you don’t burn out. And do more in the long run! First, distinguish […]
How to ask for more time at work
It’s important to know how to ask for more time in a professional setting. But speaking up can be scary. Your inner critic will likely question: Will my boss think I’m incompetent? Will my coworkers think I’m lazy? Is there something wrong with me for being so slow? First, know that your fear exaggerates urgency. What you think needs […]