In this episode , we’ll be talking a look at Empowerment. A very powerful state that will put your career or personal situation into overdrive. 

What
* Authority or power given to someone to do something: individuals are given empowerment to create their own dwellings.
* Essentially the freedom to express one’s talent in order to accomplish tasks. 
    * In addition in a the wider context of an entire job or project
* Example - at work being entrusted to make decisions. Importantly, being allowed to fail. 
* On a personal level, as parents, we should be encouraged to allow our children to undertake tasks. The development is about learning and they should be entrusted to do so eg doing shoelaces - let them!
How
* Trusting subordinates or lower-ranking colleagues to do work - building selfconfidence
* Allowing mistakes and Fuckupability
* Encouraging creativity. Creativity is the child of empowerment. Allowing others to develop ideas freely without undue or unwanted intervention. 
* Example - delegating - passing more tasks onto team members. Not dumping work on them but allowing them to take ownership of tasks and their job. 
 * I had a boss that told me once: Been after three years, you shouldn’t be here

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In this episode, we discuss the topic of Distinction. 

What is it and why is it important?

 D – Distinction,
What
* Excellence that sets someone or something apart from others: a novelist of distinction.
* An element of uniqueness
* Similar to a brand - traits that make one stand out
* Example - my work place has a distinct advantage due to flexibility, benefits that set it apart. 
* Mentor… sets people apart
How
* Focussing on strengths
* Continue to learn
* Seeking feedback from peers
* Example: 360 feedback

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This week we take a look at a something that everybody needs should they wish to progress. Equally in personal endeavours as well as in their career. 

The subject of this episode: Clarity. The What and Why. 

 What
* The quality of being certain or definite: e.g. it was clarity of purpose that he needed…. Having a clear vision of what you want. 
* What is definite? 
    * Knowing where your headed
    * The sailing analogy - head in a certain direction 
    * Not like a motorbike. Dictated by the wind BUT clear in what to do if the wind changes 
* What is purpose?
    * Mia Mottley has a very clear purpose ie what she wants Barbados
    * Same for Dr. Andrew Holness of Jamaica 
* Example:
How
* How does one get clarity
    * Defining one’s purpose
    * What are you here for and how 
    * would you like to be remembered when you leave this life?
* What gaps are there between the current you that stop /hinder clarity?
* What is the next step you can take to help bring about clarity?

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#clarity #coaching #accountability #career
#growth 

Interview Mrs. Motley by Trevor Noah

In this episode, we’ll be covering a topic which is often overlooked in the career world. 

It’s crucial to have the right mindset in working and business life and to this end, considering oneself as a Brand is a huge help. 

Below are the notes I used for the podcast. Take a look and see how you can apply these points to you and your career. 

B – Brand, 
Belief, Bravery
What
* brand /brand / ▸  noun 1 a type of product manufactured by a particular company under a particular name:.
* a particular identity or image regarded as an asset: you can still invent your own career, be your own brand. (Kelly smoking talk example…)
* Who are you? (Age,sex, colour)
* What are you about? (Values/drive): optimism; creativity; authenticity;
* Why should anyone hire you? (Hisense TV story)
How
* This is about being authentic
    * This is the real you
    * The answers to the previous questions essentially 
    * Showing who you truly are
* Define what you bring to the table
    * What are your strengths?
    * What have you accomplished
    * How have you accomplished it
* What makes you stand out against other candidates?


#coaching #brand 

Accountability - What does it actually mean and how is it actually achieved?

In this podcast we’re going to revisit a topic from a couple of years ago. 

A – Accountability
* Mentoring; YouTube projects; family
* Applicable professionally or privately
Awareness, Acceptance 
What?
* noun [mass noun] the fact or condition of being accountable; responsibility: 
* Responsibility for your job, your tasks
* Not dependable on someone else
How?
* Also to stakeholders / internal - external customers
    * Issues are cleared up
    * Service is good enough
    * If not how can it be improved
* Hands up for mistakes
    * Learning (Hannah-Mae)
    * Cultural environment
    * Mistakes are essential
    * Learning from mistakes
* Open to improve or share when things haven’t gone well
    * Operational Excellence
    * Having an awareness of the importance of your role
* Think about these things and write them down
Conclude 
* Positive because:
    * Reliable 
    * Trustworthy
    * Honesty
* Adds value 
    * Demonstrable worth


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#growth