Issue 8: Building a better you

Welcome to the eighth issue of The Build A Better You Newsletter! In this edition, we delve into the challenges of balancing learning, work, and family as an adult learner, which I recently experienced on a 6 month coaching training program, offering tips for success. We also explore the complexities of cross-cultural communication, particularly when dealing with low-context and high-context cultures. Additionally, we discuss the importance of coaching, soft skills, and life skills in empowering students and graduates to succeed in the modern workplace.

I am thrilled to share that I had the opportunity to speak at Shanghai Normal University about the top 10 soft skills that graduates need to acquire, and I look forward to sharing insights from that experience with you. I hope that the content in this issue inspires you to continue striving for personal and professional growth.

Unlocking Your Potential: Overcoming Common Professional Challenges with Executive Coaching

As we grow and evolve in our personal and professional lives, it's crucial to continue learning and developing ourselves. This is especially true for those in the coaching industry, where keeping up with the latest techniques and trends can make all the difference in providing effective support to clients.

Yesterday, I had the privilege of completing a 6-month, 125 Hours ACSTH coaching training program, a significant milestone in my coaching journey. I trained with the wonderful Luba Diasamidze with Istok Coaching and some other wonderful coaches such John Azzo Armando Solano and Katarina M.

Practising, growing, and training are essential for any coach to best serve their clients. While I have completed training before and have served clients for hundreds of hours I wanted to work towards my PCC credential and of course the more you learn and develop your skills, the more effective you become in supporting your clients to achieve their goals. However, adult learning can be challenging, especially when balancing work and family commitments.

Read the full article for some tips that helped me manage my time and stay focused during the training program, Click here to learn more

Cross-cultural Communication Is Tricky!

Cross-cultural communication can be a tricky task, particularly when dealing with low-context and high-context cultures. Low-context?cultures, such as the UK, rely on explicit communication, while high-context cultures, such as China, rely more on implicit communication and non-verbal cues. These differences in communication styles can often lead to misunderstandings and confusion, as seen in the examples provided.

For instance, when dealing with high-context cultures, it is not uncommon for the other party to assume that the details of a conversation are already known. In one example, that happened to me recently, the other party requested a call in a week and mentioned they would confirm the time later. However, when they failed to confirm the time, they called repeatedly, assuming that the time had been confirmed, however, I was busy with a client. In another example, the other party requested outlines for workshops and did not get back to me when they failed to win the business, which is normal. Two months later, they sent over the workshop details and a calendar invitation, without informing me that they had won the business. As a result, I was already booked for another event and could not commit.

To avoid such misunderstandings, the following tips may be helpful click here to learn more

Empowering Students and Graduates: The Importance of Coaching, Soft Skills, and Life Skills

Recently I was delighted to be at Shanghai Normal University to talk about the top 10 soft skills #graduates need to acquire to succeed in the modern workplace.

In the modern #workplace , #softskills are just as important as #academic qualifications for #professional #success and #growth .

Soft skills refer to the people-oriented skills, such as communication, problem solving skills, important thinking and time management etc. It is not something that can be taught in academic settings. However, with few efforts, we can gain them through life experiences. Coaching, soft skills, and life skills are all critical components of personal and professional development for students and those ready to graduate. These skills not only help individuals succeed in their academic and professional careers, but they also play a vital role in their personal lives. Click here to learn more Here is a short write up in Chinese from the local government

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Terence.

For the past 20 years, I have been involved in leadership, entrepreneurship, and consulting in China. I have worked with leaders and managers at all levels and have helped Chinese companies going abroad and MNCs in China to navigate the unique challenges of leading across cultures.

My fluency in Chinese and deep understanding of cultural nuances have been a key asset in my success.

I am a highly experienced executive coach, facilitator and trainer and I bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to the table. I am excited to work with you to empower your teams and drive success for your organization.

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