Lisa Robyn Wood

Check out Boo Coaching & Consulting latest newsletter - Boosletter if you like😀 Featuring... 💜 How you can join our next Chartered Management Institute Coaching certificate 💜Our Coaching Supervision offer from Helen Smith 💜An overview of Cath Barton's mini wellbeing series 💜A couple of helpful blogs from Amy Rothwell All beautifully curated by our Mission Controller Julia Page! Link in the comments ⬇️ ⬇️ ⬇️ #TeamBoo #Coaching #Leadership #WorkplaceWellbeing

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Day 25! When Daz Kinetic Energy Health and Wellbeing shared he was doing his 180 days of cold water immersion challenge again this year, I was in too!! I swim a lot, (most days), but, in the depths of winter, I might miss the odd day. I’d be 95% committed. This year, from 29th September 2024 until 29th March 2025, I’ll be dipping every day. 100% committed. And here’s a thing. It started with a comment here, on LinkedIn. That comment turned into an invite from Daz to be part of a small group (his mates) to be accountable to each other for our daily dips. From that group of awesomeness comes very special conversation and connectedness. Last week Daz and I met up for coffee and, as it turned out, two hours of sharing our inspiring stories and shared experiences - from my work as a Life Coach and his work as a Fitness Coach. We reflected that people shout from the rooftops when they start working with a fitness coach. They want the world to know they’re making plans and taking action to strengthen their body, to future-proof it. And then we reflected that people shy away from strengthening their minds. Very few people share “I’m working with a life coach”. Except life coaches. Because life coaches know the deep, transformative power of working to strengthen their thinking, their mindset, and increasing their bandwidth so that their experience of life is pure joy because they reframe how they talk to themselves, and how to create their life experience to be “awesome”. (If you know Daz, you’ll know he’s all about “awesome“.) I’m a Transformative Life Coach. I have a Transformative Life Coach. My bandwidth is strong. My head noise is zero. I am calm, serene. I radiate stillness. People experience that when they’re in my presence. The next thing for me is starting my journey to bring my physical strength up to match my mental strength. So that’s why from next Wednesday, Daz will be my Fitness Coach. We’re a great blend. Both helping people to work on the inside out. Over you you: Are you dedicated to working on your physical strength, and not your mental strength? Or, like me, are you super strong mentally and the physical side needs some attention? #FitnessCoach #LifeCoach #BeTheBestYouCanBe #Wellness #CornwallLiving 29 Sept ~ 7 Oct 2024

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Ah, the festive season! A time of joy, glittering lights, endless family gatherings, and awkward family politics😇. The trick to surviving it all without becoming a holiday zombie? Lean into the iPEC Energy Influencers! ​​ The iPEC Energy Influencers are six key factors that impact how we manage our energy. Recognizing these can help you thrive during the holidays. ​ 👉 1. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗽𝗶𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗹𝘂𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿: 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗙𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗪𝗵𝘆 ​ What gives this season meaning for you? Is it quality time with loved ones or the chance to wear glittery sweaters? ​ 🫶Holiday Hack: When your cousin wants a four-hour Monopoly game, remind yourself it’s all about connection. ​ 👉 2. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗹𝘂𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿: 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘆 𝗙𝗼𝗰𝘂𝘀𝗲𝗱 ​ The holidays can lead to overthinking; did I choose the right gift? Instead of worrying, focus on solutions. ​ 😌Holiday Hack: When stress arises, remember, "It's just one meal/party." Keep perspective and breathe deeply. ​ 👉 3. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗘𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗹𝘂𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿: 𝗦𝗲𝘁 𝗕𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 ​ The season can stir up a mix of emotions. Acknowledge them but don’t let them derail your spirit. ​ 😇Holiday Hack: Practice saying "no" with love. Example: "I'd love to bake 50 cookies for the bake sale, but my oven has unionized." Protect your peace like it's the last slice of pumpkin pie. ​ 👉 4. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗵𝘆𝘀𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗹𝘂𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿: 𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗳 ​ Between feasting, parties, and late-night wrapping marathons, it's easy to treat your body like a rental car. But remember: no fuel, no fun. ​ 😴Holiday Hack: Sneak in hydration between sips of eggnog, prioritize sleep (yes, even during marathon gift wrapping), and take a walk to "look at lights" (or escape Uncle Sylvain's Monopoly revenge). ​ ​ 👉 5. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗹𝘂𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿: 𝗘𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆 𝗕𝗼𝗼𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 ​ The people you spend time with can either light you up or drain your battery faster than a string of bad Christmas lights. 🕺Holiday Hack: Strategically place yourself near the upbeat family member (you know, the one who always brings cookies and good vibes). And if someone's a known energy vampire? Keep interactions brief and blame the turkey for making you sleepy. ​ 👉 6. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗘𝗻𝘃𝗶𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗹𝘂𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿: 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗮 𝗖𝗼𝘇𝘆 𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲 ​ Your surroundings matter. Cluttered decorations, noisy spaces, and chaotic schedules can sap your energy faster than you can say "fa-la-la-la-la." ​ 💆Holiday Hack: Design a cozy corner with a blanket and candles away from the kitchen chaos. ​ 🎅 Final Thoughts: 𝗘𝗺𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲 ​ The holidays are meant to be enjoyed, not survived. When the chaos peaks, pause to appreciate the little moments. Gratitude is the ultimate energy booster. ​ May your days be merry, your spirit bright, and your energy high!

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“The only constant in life is change” Heraclitus Last week at the CIPD Festival of Work “change” was a big topic of conversation. I also promised in last week’s post to share the Transformational Leadership Qualities that we teach in our THRIVE for Leaders Programme. Today I co-delivered a 3 hour Masterclass on Navigating Change with the Wonderful Becki Nazareth for a group of 40 Auditors for a global bank facing lots of change. CHANGE IS EVERYWHERE! Old “change management” philosophies are outdated because they rely on stability either side of that change. With global change in climate, economics, government, tech and more, change is constant (thanks Heraclitus 👆) This means that those old models often end in burnout. 📣📣We need to replace Change management with Change Mindset.📣📣 Leaders, by employing the Transformational Leadership Qualities below you can help your organisations and teams navigate change? 1. How often do you use each quality? 2. What do you need to dial up or use more? 3. What else can you do to cultivate a change mindset in your organisations? _________ The slides come from our The Institute of Leadership accredited THRIVE for Leaders Programme and are based on a paper by INSIGHTs about how Leaders can set up their organisations for change. (Our programme is brilliant… even if I do say so myself. Link in comments to find out more, and another one if you want to chat to me about it)

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I’ve worked with 2 different groups of managers this week delivering coaching skills training. In the practice sessions it’s always so interesting to witness folks resisting and then slipping into giving advice or steering their coachee with a “have you thought about doing ..? question. It sounds so simple when we talk through the concept of listening and asking open questions, but when we try it out there’s often a realisation of how little our coaching muscles get chance to practice in our day to day. And how easy it is to be drawn into being directive, even if we couch it as coaching! And then, given the space to practice, it’s always incredible to see the impact of even a short 20 minute coaching conversation with a peer. There were many insights! Coaching - simple but not easy. And hugely powerful. 

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If you are interested in engaging with me as a leadership coach for your organisation, you're likely to have questions about ROI, how I work or my experience. My new FAQ area of the website answers the questions I most regularly get asked. https://lnkd.in/eQ3pjNUq Take a look and let me know if there is anything else I can clarify [email protected] #LeadershipCoach #LeadershipTraining #TeamWork

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Today is the last chance to access my wellbeing bundle for free! Watch this short video where you get a quick view to each resource and how to access them. https://lnkd.in/epTAzVM3 #wellbeingresources #wellbeingbundle

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The high cost of low engagement: A call to action for UK businesses following the latest Gallup report. 9 out of 10 UK employees are either not engaged or actively disengaged, which sets the UK behind the European average of 13% engaged employees and the Global average of 23% engaged employees. #workplacewellbeing #workplaceculture #workplaceengagement

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5 WAYS TO WELLBEING - CONNECT Today is all about building and strengthening relationships with people around us. We feel happier and more secure when we spend meaningful time with people, giving us a better sense of purpose. Here’s some ideas to build connection: ·       Instead of sending email, talk to them. ·       Check in on a relative or a friend. ·       Speak to someone new, maybe the person on the till.  Each person you meet is a doorway into another world. ·       Ask someone how their weekend was and really listen to them ·       Arrange a catchup with friends ·       Join a club with people who have similar interests ·       Maybe there is one relationship you want to be stronger.. how can you work on that? What’s one thing you can do today to build meaningful connection? #bounce #wellbeingatwork

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Delighted to be working with the new cohort of my 𝗖𝗼𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜𝗖𝗙 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗺𝗲. I love helping coaches to grow their confidence and raise their skill levels whilst having so much fun doing it! The next programme will start in November (dates to be finalised soon) and some of the 8 places are already reserved. If you would like to be involved then DM me and we can set up a call to talk you through the programme and answer any questions you may have. You can find more info by clicking on the link: #coaching #coachdevelopment #icf #icfmentoring #icfcredential

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You can decide to change your life through being mindful of the thoughts you allow yourself to stew in, the feelings you allow yourself to feel and how long you feel them and the people you surround yourself with. Being conscious and self aware is a very powerful tool. I hosted a Happiness workshop last night and love sharing my journey with people on the path to their own open levels of self awareness. #lovemoneymagic #happinessworkshop

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one of the questions I regularly get asked by trainee coaches here at The Coaching Academy is how to get started on creating a great website I'm joining me on the July edition of Coaching Conversations we I will be asking her to share her tips and advise for new and established coaches in the meantime check out her blog below

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“Wellbeing perks don’t work”. So says Paul Devoy, CEO of Investors in People in this article from HR magazine (link in comments). This is something I’ve thought for a long time. I think it became really clear to me when the free counselling sessions I’d been ‘gifted’ by HR as a way to cope with a toxic work situation were coming to an end… My feelings had been validated by the counsellor in session one. After that, we mostly discussed Brexit. You see, no amount of counselling sessions were ever going to change the toxic leadership we were all experiencing. Or the increase in workload without explanation. Or the bullying tendencies of a colleague. You get the idea… As Paul Devoy says, ignoring the fundamentals that are causing the problems and offering yoga lunches instead, is only storing up trouble for the organisation in future. As well as eroding the trust and the wellbeing of employees. That’s why I’m so passionate about helping leaders develop the personal awareness and necessary skills to deal with the fundamentals. With confidence and direction. So they can take care of their own wellbeing, as well as their employees. Would love to know your thoughts on the article… #personaldevelopment #leadership #values https://lnkd.in/eiThF3F2

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