Friday, May 29, 2020

The Start-Up Of You Critical Mindset Adjustment for YOU

The Start-Up Of You Critical Mindset Adjustment for YOU I got an email from JibberJobber Partner Linsey Levine linking to a terrific New York Times article by Thomas Freidman titled The Start-Up of You. Linsey has been a JibberJobber partner for at least two years. She really gets it.  Heres her tagline in her email reads: I help people in career pain, career limbo, or career depression Get Unstuck: Get Clear, Get Focused, Get Moving You can learn more about her at LinseyLevine.com. Back to the article by Freidman READ IT! Then read it again. I had to read it three times. It is awesome. Here are some of my favorite parts: They (the companies he writes about) are all looking for the same kind of people â€" people who not only have the critical thinking skills to do the value-adding jobs that technology can’t, but also people who can invent, adapt and reinvent their jobs every day, in a market that changes faster than ever. But you would never know [what companies are looking for] from listening to the debate in Washington, where some Democrats still tend to talk about job creation as if it’s the 1960s and some Republicans as if it’s the 1980s. But this is not your parents’ job market. Quote from LinkedIn founder Reid Hoffman: “No career is a sure thing anymore. The uncertain, rapidly changing conditions in which entrepreneurs start companies is what it’s now like for all of us fashioning a career. Therefore you should approach career strategy the same way an entrepreneur approaches starting a business.” Another Hoffman quote: For entrepreneurs it’s differentiate or die â€" that now goes for all of us.” The last paragraph is brilliant read the article. How are you thinking about your career, and career management?  Is it just happening TO you, or are you driving and managing and directing it? The Start-Up Of You Critical Mindset Adjustment for YOU I got an email from JibberJobber Partner Linsey Levine linking to a terrific New York Times article by Thomas Freidman titled The Start-Up of You. Linsey has been a JibberJobber partner for at least two years. She really gets it.  Heres her tagline in her email reads: I help people in career pain, career limbo, or career depression Get Unstuck: Get Clear, Get Focused, Get Moving You can learn more about her at LinseyLevine.com. Back to the article by Freidman READ IT! Then read it again. I had to read it three times. It is awesome. Here are some of my favorite parts: They (the companies he writes about) are all looking for the same kind of people â€" people who not only have the critical thinking skills to do the value-adding jobs that technology can’t, but also people who can invent, adapt and reinvent their jobs every day, in a market that changes faster than ever. But you would never know [what companies are looking for] from listening to the debate in Washington, where some Democrats still tend to talk about job creation as if it’s the 1960s and some Republicans as if it’s the 1980s. But this is not your parents’ job market. Quote from LinkedIn founder Reid Hoffman: “No career is a sure thing anymore. The uncertain, rapidly changing conditions in which entrepreneurs start companies is what it’s now like for all of us fashioning a career. Therefore you should approach career strategy the same way an entrepreneur approaches starting a business.” Another Hoffman quote: For entrepreneurs it’s differentiate or die â€" that now goes for all of us.” The last paragraph is brilliant read the article. How are you thinking about your career, and career management?  Is it just happening TO you, or are you driving and managing and directing it?

Tuesday, May 26, 2020

A work placement with Unilever

A work placement with Unilever Louise Northcutt, final year German Studies student, was in the middle of her year abroad teaching English when she made the decision to apply for a summer placement with Unilever and find out what life is like in the world of big business. Read her story Choices, choices! During the application process I was teaching English in Germany for my year abroad, and although I was enjoying teaching, I wanted to apply for the summer placement to test my motivation and see what other career paths were open to me. Studying for a language degree   and the career freedom it brings   can be a double edged sword.  Its great, but you can also feel paralysed by choice, as so many avenues are open to you. With my key skills in mind an interest in international affairs and cultures, good communication skills and experience with leading people, I felt that Human Resources was a natural step for me. The application process The application process involved an online application form, a telephone interview (competency based) and finally a half-day assessment centre.  I didnt have any experience of assessment centres or telephone interviews, but I realised this was a great opportunity to prove myself, so I tried to remain calm and just approach each stage as an experience in itself. I thoroughly researched Unilever beforehand and searched online for interview and assessment centres tips. This was great preparation and really boosted my confidence; it also seemed to work because a few of the tips and strategies I used were noted in my feedback from the assessor. You dont need to study business to do business I found myself competing with candidates who had studied HR and Business, so initially I felt bit deflated; however during my placement I met an overwhelming number of colleagues who had studied humanities subjects at university and were now working in a variety of roles and function. Despite the common misconception that you need a business-related degree to get into big business, companies place a real value on humanities degree due to the ways you will have been trained to approach problems, think critically and analyse strategies. One of the assessments on the day did test business knowledge, so it wouldnt hurt to familiarise yourself with some of the basic concepts, but dont worry about it too much. Assessors want to see how you reach your answer, and are interested in the processes you use. Just because you approach things in a different way to a business or finance students doesnt mean you are more likely to fail. Think of it as different, not better. At Unilever HQ After succeeding at the assessment centre, I was assigned to the Global HR team in the Embankment Office in Central London. In practice, this meant working in the most corporate of their UK offices, where HR schemes are developed to be rolled out across the world. It was a really exciting place to work. There were many perks, not least a beautiful view, free ice cream and free gym (perhaps to counteract the ice cream!) Unilever HQ, London My line manager was an HR Vice President which presented a fantastic opportunity to learn from someone really experienced, who usually only mentors more senior staff. He also gave me quite ambitious projects, enabling me to assume more and more responsibility throughout the placement. Although I was part of a team of HR business partners, I mainly worked on my own projects and relished having this degree of autonomy. My most important project and one I really enjoyed was to engage HR with the Sustainable Living Plan at Unilever. This formed part of Unilever’s business plan to define the ways Unilever can double its growth whilst halving its environmental and social impact. Using an internal social media platform, I organised and carried out several interviews to develop case studies and interactive QA sessions with colleagues and senior leaders across HR. The purpose was to discover and document how theyd been integrating sustainable living into their HR practices. This project offered me a great deal of responsibility because I was accountable for the success of this project, but it also gave me the opportunity to network across the business and learn from people in positions around the world. Get stuck in and make a contribution Every day in the office was different and I became really adept at time management.  Although everyone I met was incredibly friendly and keen to help, it was a challenging placement because I was given responsibility from day one and expected to deliver just like any other employee. I found myself working late and at weekends to complete the work, but there was a real trade off in terms of stimulating, challenging work. I also enjoyed many opportunities to learn about the company through other schemes such as taking part in Dove Day 2013 which enabled Unilever employees to teach self-esteem awareness in local schools, volunteering at an award ceremony for the Marketing department and also working with job-seekers aged 16-25 to advise them in a CV workshop and interview skills session. It was a fantastic work experience opportunity where I rapidly developed not only my transferrable skills but also my confidence.  I now feel far more prepared for life beyond Warwick.

Friday, May 22, 2020

Financial Planning for Unexpected Career Turns

Financial Planning for Unexpected Career Turns (Note: This article originally appeared in my column for the Florida Times-Union in 2005.   The advice is still timely, although Ive updated some research data.) Every day, someone somewhere loses a job. If you were told that you’d be laid off tomorrow, what would happen? You may never be ready emotionally, but you can take steps to be more prepared financially if you experience a layoff or other change that affects income. Embed from Getty Imageswindow.gie=window.gie||function(c){(gie.q=gie.q||[]).push(c)};gie(function(){gie.widgets.load({id:'JtbGreIpTC9T4RAbV4Yhsw',sig:'OsmL4L6XmU5_eRo-4qhj3e_FSbrQ5kFpIlpmaWvE1-k=',w:'507px',h:'337px',items:'142018945',caption: false ,tld:'com',is360: false })}); According to Dr. Terry Mullins, former professor of management at Jacksonville University, most people don’t spend time thinking about their finances when things are good. Dr. Mullins, who also does financial planning, says that many people will never achieve financial independence, simply because they haven’t made it a firm value to which they’re committed. He defines financial independence as being able to work just as much â€" or as little as you want, instead of relying on a full-time salary to afford your lifestyle. Here are his tips for being prepared if your income should change dramatically or even be lost. First, he suggests living below your means. Yes, not within â€" below. “Maintaining an extravagant lifestyle means that you’ll always be dependent on your full salary, or on remaining a two-income household,” he says. “That means you’ll be more likely to stay in unsatisfying jobs just for the money.” It’s tempting to spend money on things that put you into debt or require ongoing maintenance costs and start a cycle of higher spending. For example, homeowners took advantage of record low mortgage rates over the past few years to purchase larger houses instead of paying off more modest homes quickly. The larger houses require more maintenance and higher utility costs on top of a higher monthly payment. Making a conscious decision to pare down your household expenses means that you will have more breathing room if your family’s income is impacted. Once you have your spending under control, most experts recommend that you accumulate the equivalent of 3 -6 months of typical expenses in savings as a cushion against losing your income. Calculate basic needs, such as rent or mortgage, car payments, utilities and insurance. Having a safety net will help you maintain a more positive attitude toward your job search and allow you to compare opportunities objectively. When you’re desperate to pay the rent, you may accept jobs that are a poor match for you, perhaps starting a downward spiral in earnings and career satisfaction. Dr. Mullins’ second suggestion is to pay down as much as possible of your personal debt while you are earning a full income. Consumer debt is growing in the United States. According to Experian, the national credit reporting bureau, the average family is carrying $4,501 in credit card debt. (When I wrote the original article in 2005, the amount was $4,663.) In Jacksonville, the average is $5,018, according to Experians 2013 credit survey. The average annual interest rate on credit cards runs around 18 percent, typically the highest interest debt any consumer owns. Credit counselors advise you to pay down your highest interest debt first, then work toward paying down long-term debt. If you are paying $100 per month in credit card debt, that money could be put to much better use. According to an Interest.com (www.interest.com) mortgage calculator, paying an extra $100 per month on a typical 30-year mortgage can pay your loan off as much as six years earlier. Depending on your interest rate (we used 5.75% on a $150,000 home mortgage) you could save yourself some $42,000 in interest over the life of the loan. Finally, Dr. Mullins suggests that individuals consider developing another source of income on the side. You may have a creative streak and be able to sell art or crafts or even trade items on E-Bay. You may do consulting work, take on a part-time job, or invest in rental property. Whatever your sideline, Dr. Mullins strongly advises against adding this extra income into your family’s regular operating budget. “This income serves two purposes,” he says. “You have a way to accumulate savings or paying off debt, and you have a source of income and work that can help your self esteem during a difficult time.” Some people even find that this sideline becomes their next career, providing them more flexibility and quality of life. Preparing for the worst when times are good helps you focus more clearly if you should ever be laid off. You can spend your energy on seeking meaningful employment, and will be a much calmer and more attractive candidate as you approach prospective employers. Even if money is tight, Dr. Mullins does approve of spending some money on yourself during your job search. “Invest in keeping up your grooming and wardrobe,” he recommends. “You want to look your best when competing for your next job.”

Monday, May 18, 2020

Dan Purdy on How To Recover From Loss of a Dream Job - VocationVillage

Dan Purdy on How To Recover From Loss of a Dream Job - VocationVillage Dan Purdy responds to a music business professional who asks for career advice after losing his dream job.Hello,Is this a dilemma or an opportunity? Lets first count your blessings: 1) You literally live in paradise. 2) Family considerations prevent you from leaving one of the worlds top destinations. 3) You are surrounded by people who love and need you. 4) You are young with a full life ahead of you. 5) Youve discovered your purpose and passion at an early age. 6) Youve successfully managed to earn money at your hobby. 7) Youve developed important, transferable business skills and expertise in an exciting industry. Can you think of more?You recently lost something you love. The traditional grieving process steps include: Denial, Anger, Bargaining, Depression, and Acceptance. You can either wait for time to heal your pain or you can embrace this challenge today. Change is inevitable, so you must now adapt to the new reality of your situation. You are free to learn another aspect of this or some other industry, diversify your resume, and expand your existing skill set. What will you do?In the Sales and Marketing profession, you developed numerous contacts, relationships and a network of people that trusted and depended upon you. Systematically contact these same people and companies to allow them and their contacts to reciprocate. Leverage the internet to expand your reach outside of Hawaii. Create or refresh your profiles on LinkedIn.com, Ladders.com, Monster.com and CareerBuilder.com. Customize these search engines to begin receiving automated job postings. Scour the music industry trade magazines, websites, vlogs, and blogs for opportunities. Tell everyone about your passion and follow up on any leads.There are 5 fires (F.I.R.E.S.) we all struggle with on a daily basis: Financial (incomes and outcomes), Internal (health and hobbies), Relational (family and friends), External (charity and volunteerism), and Spiritual (purpose and beliefs). Take this fleeting opportunity to momentarily turn down the music and really do some soul-searching. Starting in reverse order, create a simple strategy for each of the following areas to reset, redefine, and realign. Note that when your Spiritual Fire is in order, these other raging infernos will simmer down into hissing pilot lights.Spiritual Fire. Ask yourself: What am I made of? What is my core belief system? What is my true purpose and calling?External Fire. Once youve seriously contemplated this, seek out and give time and energy to others even less fortunate than you. These are the people you dont yet know who are in desperate need. What social contribution can you make today?Relational Fire. You will discover a strength and vigor in aiding those who needed you all along. Now carry this further in a renewed personal contribution to your family and friends. Mend any hurting relationships and demonstrate your renewed commitment to giving fully of yourself.Internal Fire. Now that youve rediscovere d how to serve others before yourself, take time to focus on your health and personal development. What is something that youve been wanting to do, learn, focus on, or otherwise explore? Have you been neglecting any area of health, diet, or exercise due to other priorities? Financial Fire. Continue that job search or new business venture with a fresh perspective. How will you better use money to serve others in the future? Hopefully, youve realized from this proving process that in the end, money is simply a tool and is less important than people.Dan Purdy, Daring Business Strategies, Inc.. Read another guest opinion about how to recover from loss of a dream job.

Friday, May 15, 2020

Writing a Resume For TESOL Overseas

Writing a Resume For TESOL OverseasThe first step when applying for TESOL Overseas is to write a resume for the job you are applying for. While it may seem like a tedious task, once you get started, it will become second nature.Just as in any situation where you are required to write a document in another language, you must do your homework. To write a resume for TESOL Overseas, there are two general approaches. A formal resume is written for each candidate that will be sent overseas to fill a position.Recruiters can prepare the documents of the recruits and send them to the employer at the beginning of their employment or during their placement period. A formal resume will be submitted to the employer in time for them to review, whether it is during the hiring process or during their actual employment. These forms often vary depending on the type of job that is being offered. Examples of formal resumes for TESOL Overseas include: Master's degree in Business Administration, TESOL Eng lish Language Program Specialist, TESOL English Language Training Specialist, and Medical/Civic Administration.These resumes are lengthy and detailed. It is best to create a listing of skills on the application for the specific position you are applying for.When writing a resume for TESOL Overseas, you will want to include your educational credentials, education and experience you have obtained. You should write a paragraph about your experience in the field, including any awards or recognition you may have received. Once you have listed your education and experience, you should try to list your qualifications that were completed while studying in the country you are applying to work in.A second approach is to use a resume or CV or electronic application form designed for people who are studying in another foreign language. These types of forms can be found online and will help you to apply online. Just as in any other form of application, you will be asked to provide information ab out yourself.By using a student form, it will make it much easier for employers to find you when they are doing a background check on those who are applying for positions that require working in another country. The document will contain personal information such as your name, address, contact number, social security number, phone number, birth date, and more. You will be asked for details such as your educational background, academic history, as well as information regarding your college or university or professional training you have acquired in foreign countries.Your resume is a part of your job application package and should be the one that get you the most interview invites, so it is important that you get it right the first time. Knowing how to write a resume for TESOL Overseas will enable you to obtain the best possible results, so if you are interested in working abroad, this is the way to go.

Monday, May 11, 2020

Why There Are So Few Women on Fortunes 40 Under 40 List - Kathy Caprino

Why There Are So Few Women on Fortune’s “40 Under 40” List Fortune Magazine just released its “40 Under 40” list â€" a collection of the brightest and best innovators, leaders, “disrupters,” and job creators in the world under 40.    These folks are truly changing life and work as we know it. But there’s a deeply disturbing problem with this list â€" where are the women?   The first woman listed is #20 â€" Marissa Mayer â€" VP of Google and there are only 5 more.   Also extremely curious is that Fortune chose to feature on the cover two women (out of three individuals), when their list was only 15% female.   What were their reasons?   You can’t imagine what it’s like to be a career and executive coach and trainer for professional women, and see a list like this.   It fires me up â€" makes me furious, motivated, frustrated, re-committed â€" a full gamut of emotions.   All of us who care about the advancement of women want to do more, impact more, change more, so that women who are 47% of the U.S. labor force today yet only 15% of corporate leadership aren’t grossly underrepresented in a list of top young movers and shakers in the world of business. How can more women advance to the top of their fields? Those who work intensively with professional women know there are key reasons why women are not making in large numbers to the top of their fields today.   Gender roles at home and the highly disproportionate distribution of labor around childcare and domestic responsibility is one.   And we also know there are critically important shifts that have to occur in women’s behavior, thinking, and actions to catapult them to the top. These changes will not happen overnight, or even in our lifetimes.   But we can’t let up â€" we have to create new pathways for women to rise to senior leadership in every field and every industry.   Most people on the planet understand why it’s vitally important to have more women in leadership.   But very few know how to make it happen.     8 Essential Steps for Women to Rise to the Top of Their Fields Click below to read my latest piece on Forbes.com about the 8 essential steps for women to rise to the top: WHERE ARE THE WOMEN ON FORTUNE’S “40 UNDER 40” LIST Please let me know your thoughts â€" share your candid opinions. Arriving at the top doesn’t just happen.   Women have to commit themselves to being the best and stretching beyond all imagining.   And we need empowering programs and initiatives that help train women how to overcome their challenges to rising to the top. Are you ready to do what it takes?

Friday, May 8, 2020

The Kings Speech - Jane Jackson Career

The Kings Speech - Jane Jackson Career The King’s SpeechThe King’s Speech must be one of the most inspiring films I have seen â€"thought provoking, compassionate and uplifting.   It provided insight to the human side of the monarchy â€" the side hidden from the ‘common’ public.  The Duke of York, son of King George V and brother of King Edward VIII (who abdicated the throne for Mrs Wallace Simpson) was required to give public speeches as part of his duties but had a fear of public speaking, which stemmed from experiences in his childhood.   His fear was so great and he would stammer so badly he was almost impossible to understand.   Lionel Logue, an Australian speech coach (and, as he turned out, a great life coach too) was engaged to work with the Duke of York on this challenge.  Lionel was so successful as a coach that after the Duke of York became King George VI, Lionel was present at every speech the King gave and the two became lifelong friends.   Colin Firth and Geoffrey Rush gave intense, absorbing and to uching performances.   This film is highly recommended.As a coach, there were many insights I gained during and after enjoying the film.   Consider this exchange between King George VI and Lionel Logue:Logue:                                             “What was your earliest memory?”King George VI:                       “I’m not … here to discuss … personal matters”Logue:                                             “Why are you here then?”King George VI:                       “Because I bloody well stammer!”The coachee does not always know the true reason they have requested coaching.   The job of a coach is to find the real issue in a tactful and patient manner when the coachee is ready.   Only then can progress be made.   (See http://coachinginstyle.blogspot.com/2010/05/whats-holding-you-back-fear-number-five.html )A coach may be hired for a specific reason however I have found in my years of coaching that there are always other issues that come to light d uring each coaching session.   It is up to the coach to professionally and compassionately guide the coachee to discover what appropriate action, or actions, will be taken in order to move forward in each aspect of his or her life.As documented in The Coach U Personal and Corporate Coach Handbook (www.coachinc.com) as coach seeks to develop the coachee in every sphere of influence and every part of their being and doing:In developing the whole person all of the following areas are touched: ·           Mind                                                                   The ability to think                                             o     Improving their good judgmento     Reducing reaction time to eventso     Giving them new ways to make decisionso     Expanding ways of thinkingo     Increasing their capacity to learn quickly ·           Heart                                                                   The ability to feelo     Improving their ability to distinguish bet ween and feeling and an emotional reactiono     Increasing their ability to give and receive loveo     Expanding their ability to relate and connect with others ·           Spirit                                                                   The ability to enjoyo     Providing expanded perspectiveo     Increasing the capacity of inner peaceo     Helping them become more aware of self, others and life in general ·           Business                                             The ability to succeed in businesso     Adding value to their customers faster than their competitorso     Increasing their ability to enjoy worko     Improving their innovative and creative abilitieso     Assisting with the balance of life and work ·           Environment                                             The awareness and control of surroundingso     Increasing the awareness of surroundings and the ability to control themo     Improve their available resources and networko     Upgrading home and office environmentso     Improving health and wellnessWhen watching “The King’s Speech” I was very much touched by the manner in which Lionel Logue worked with King George VI.   He was firm and yet compassionate, he was patient and creative in his coaching approach.   He truly ‘danced in the moment’ when working with the King as there was no right or wrong way to work with him.   There were times when the King was frustrated and rejected new concepts.   Lionel reminded him that he would only coach the King if he wished to be coached by him.   He was very aware that a coachee has to be ready for coaching in order to make progress.   Previous speech coaches had used methods that did not work for the King.   Lionel knew he had to communicate with the King in a manner that ensured understanding and acceptance and also delight in learning.   As anyone watching the film will see, he succeeded masterfully at this.As a coach, I am always inspired and motivated by my clients/co aches.   After watching this film I feel even more excited for the coming weeks and months   and the clients I am working with and will have the pleasure to work with and learn from.   When done right, both the coach and coachee come away from a coaching session invigorated, motivated and full of energy and positive momentum.I have to say, being a coach is one of the most rewarding experiences in my life.   “The King’s Speech” reminded me how very lucky I am to be in this profession. The Kings Speech - Jane Jackson Career The King’s Speech must be one of the most inspiring films I have seen â€" thought provoking, compassionate and uplifting.   It provided insight to the human side of the monarchy â€" the side hidden from the ‘common’ public.  The Duke of York, son of King George V and brother of King Edward VIII (who abdicated the throne for Mrs Wallace Simpson) was required to give public speeches as part of his duties but had a fear of public speaking, which stemmed from experiences in his childhood.   His fear was so great and he would stammer so badly he was almost impossible to understand.   Lionel Logue, an Australian speech coach (and, as he turned out, a great life coach too) was engaged to work with the Duke of York on this challenge.Lionel was so successful as a coach that after the Duke of York became King George VI, Lionel was present at every speech the King gave and the two became lifelong friends.   Colin Firth and Geoffrey Rush gave intense, absorbing and touching performances.   This film is highly recommended.As a coach, there were many insights I gained during and after enjoying the film.   Consider this exchange between King George VI and Lionel Logue:Logue:  â€œWhat was your earliest memory?”King George VI:  â€œI’m not … here to discuss … personal matters”Logue:  â€œWhy are you here then?”King George VI:  â€œBecause I bloody well stammer!”The coachee does not always know the true reason they have requested coaching.   The job of a coach is to find the real issue in a tactful and patient manner when the coachee is ready.   Only then can progress be made.   (See  Whats Holding You Back?)A coach may be hired for a specific reason however I have found in my years of coaching that there are always other issues that come to light during each coaching session.   It is up to the coach to professionally and compassionately guide the coachee to discover what appropriate action, or actions, will be taken in order to move forward in each aspect of his or her life.As documented in The Coach U Personal and Corporate Coach Handbook (www.coachinc.com) a coach seeks to develop the coachee in every sphere of influence and every part of their being and doing:In developing the whole person all of the following areas are touched:Mind  The ability to think                                             o     Improving their good judgmento     Reducing reaction time to eventso     Giving them new ways to make decisionso     Expanding ways of thinkingo     Increasing their capacity to learn quicklyHeart    The ability to feelo     Improving their ability to distinguish between and feeling and an emotional reactiono     Increasing their ability to give and receive loveo     Expanding their ability to relate and connect with othersSpirit    The ability to enjoyo     Providing expanded perspectiveo     Increasing the capacity of inner peaceo     Helping them become more aware of self, others and life in generalBusiness    The ability to s ucceed in businesso     Adding value to their customers faster than their competitorso     Increasing their ability to enjoy worko     Improving their innovative and creative abilitieso     Assisting with the balance of life and workEnvironment    The awareness and control of surroundingso     Increasing the awareness of surroundings and the ability to control themo     Improve their available resources and networko     Upgrading home and office environmentso     Improving health and wellnessWhen watching “The King’s Speech” I was very much touched by the manner in which Lionel Logue worked with King George VI.   He was firm and yet compassionate, he was patient and creative in his coaching approach.   He was truly ‘dancing in the moment’ when working with the King as there was no right or wrong way to work with him.There were times when the King was frustrated and rejected new concepts.   Lionel reminded him that he would only coach the King if he wished to be coached by him.   He was very aware that a coachee has to be ready for coaching in order to make progress.   Previous speech coaches had used methods that did not work for the King.   Lionel knew he had to communicate with the King in a manner that ensured understanding and acceptance and also delight in learning.   As anyone watching the film will see, he succeeded masterfully at this.As a coach, I am always inspired and motivated by my clients/coaches.   After watching this film I feel even more excited for the coming weeks and months   and the clients I am working with and will have the pleasure to work with and learn from.   When done right, both the coach and coachee come away from a coaching session invigorated, motivated and full of energy and positive momentum.I have to say, being a coach is one of the most rewarding experiences in my life.   “The King’s Speech” reminded me how very lucky I am to be in this profession.If you would like to find out how coaching can benefit you, cl ick here 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