Whistle While You Work

So we're 3 weeks in...

In today's podcast we talk about the new or old habits we've developed over the last few weeks and the things we might want to change going forwards.

Routine is a comfort but sometimes we need to change things up and now is as good a time as ever.

We discuss changing or ditching the schedule altogether, moments of reflection, making time for feelings, making big life decisions and all sorts of fun stuff!

Connect Sheryl or Emma on Linkedin or head over to https://www.reboot.global/ where you can book a 1-2-1 and find out more about our retreats and coaching.

In this week's episode, we interviewed Scott Alford about his new and exciting podcast which is all about unpacking feelings with various special guests each week.

At times we all struggle to express and tell about feelings but this is even more of a challenge for men because of the lack of 'space' for these conversations and an unclear narrative about the role of men in society.

Scott is a consultant and executive coach who has worked with leaders and teams to create high-performing teams.

You can check out his new podcast here:
https://www.buzzsprout.com/988924/3297232

Motivational speaker Jim Rohn famously said that we are the average of the five people we spend most time with.

In this episode, we talk about how to ensure we 'stay safe' by connecting with the right people at this time. Has this lockdown meant that you are spending time with different people?

Who are you speaking to on a daily basis? Who are you face-timing with regularly and who are you having group calls with? Has this period made you reevaluate who you spend time with and how are you getting on with your lockdown 'buddies'? Which of your friendships are struggling in this testing time?

We discuss these questions and more.

Some of the resources we recommend:
1) Jubilee Media - connecting with people who have different views to you  https://www.youtube.com/user/jubileeProject
2) Option B: Building Resilience - Online Book Club https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/option-b-virtual-book-club-lean-in-circle-tickets-101521292920

Connect with us as https://www.reboot.global/ where you can schedule a free consultation or find out more about our (virtual and real life :) retreats and coaching.

Fear is one of the most powerful emotions. But why? What is it good for?

In this episode, we discuss the role that fear plays in our lives and why it controls so much of our decision making, actions and behaviour.

Fear is our reaction to the threat of danger - real or perceived. We also fear the unknown and with increased uncertainty of our current times, so how do we handle that?

Some strategies we use to cope with fear include waiting it out, analysing the issue, taking strength from others.

Join us for more discussion on fear, resilience and facing adversity in our Option B book club this Thurs 9 April 2020.

Welcome along to the first of our bi-weekly podcasts.

The Coronavirus / COVID19 pandemic has disrupted life as we know it on a global scale.

Whether you're working from home or unable to work due to business shutdown, your regular schedule will no doubt have changed.

We share our coping strategies and thoughts on the pressure to be productive.

Book a call with either Sheryl or Emma at https://www.reboot.global/

We all know those colleagues who down tools, or start taking way more sick-days as soon as they've handed their notice in. It's very easy to 'check out' once you know that you're not going to be there past the end of next month.

So how do you keep your motivation and stay productive, but also not end up over-committing or working yourself into the ground to get everything finished before you go.

There's a great saying 'Be nice to those you meet on the way up because you will meet them on the way down' In a work sense, often circles are very small and reputations can follow you so it's important to get it right, even if you're leaving.

And then, how do you fight the feelings of being overwhelmed and out of your depth to make that great impression in your new job? The American president gets 100 days, you get 90. We talk about the different strategies and techniques you can use for your first few months in order to add value to your new colleagues and the organisation that has been blessed to have you working for them.

If you would like a free consultation to discuss your career goals, head over to https://www.reboot.global

Saroj was a retreat guest on our first UK retreat in November 2019 in the beautiful setting that is Arundel, West Sussex.

We talk to Saroj about what led to her wanting to go on a retreat, her experience of being at the retreat how it has changed her life since the retreat.

'Your Retreat Your Way' is the strapline we use to describe the fact that you can do as much or as little as you want. But what does this look like in reality and do people feel pressure to take part in all of the walks, yoga, group discussions and more?

And how did she find the one-on-one coaching, both in terms of practical work and business advice, but also the 'woo-woo' elements that Emma brings. What does that combination look like and does it work?

Check out the website for the latest dates and to see the schedule for a typical retreat day https://www.reboot.global/retreat

If finding your ideal job or becoming an interim, contractor or freelancer is something you want to do, how do you go about it?
 
In Part 1, we talked about using recruitment agencies vs applying direct and how you can position yourself for the right job. We also talked about networking, LinkedIn and how to use it to help with your job search and tips for creating an All-Star LinkedIn profile.
 
In Part 2 we talk about how to position your CV and how to nail that interview - difference between contractor and permanent employee CV's, how to ace the interview, explaining what competency based questions are, and the questions you should be asking the interviewer to make sure it's the right company and job for you.

Both Emma and Sheryl have seen hundreds of CVs and interviewed hundreds of applicants, including apprentices, graduates all the way up to Director level.
 
If you'd like a chat about your CV or career goals, head over to https://www.reboot.global and book in a free consultation.

If finding your ideal job or becoming an interim, contractor or freelancer is something you want to do, how do you go about it?

We talk about using recruitment agencies vs applying direct and how you can position yourself for the right job.

Love them or loathe them, many industries and job types rely heavily on recruitment consultants so how can you find the right one and work with them in a  way that works for you.

Emma has worked in resourcing and recruitment consultancy for many years and shares her experience of working with candidates and how to get the best out of the relationship.

We talk about LinkedIn, how to use it to help with your job search and tips for creating an All-Star LinkedIn profile.

Networking is also a great way to find new opportunities so how do you do this in a way that is genuine, useful, doesn't consume all of your time and you go into it with the right mindset.

In the next episode we talk about the CV - difference between contractor and permanent employee CV's how to ace the interview.

If you'd like a chat about your CV or career goals, head over to https://www.reboot.global and book in a free consultation.

Most of us were shook by this weekend's news. Caroline Flack's death and the apparent pressure that was heaped on by a lack of empathy, lack of kindness, trial by media and social media have made us all think.

We couldn't not talk about it this week.

We don't have all of the answers but we discuss what kindness means, how to be kind in the workplace, the role that we all play on social media and in our consumption of salacious stories in the media.