How to eat authentically and avoid being deceived

Written by Stuart Haden on July 7, 2015

I work with individuals, teams and organisations so that they can develop optimal performance (flow states) and be up to 500% more effective. Very often the topics of exercise, sleep and nutrition come up. Of course when we consider the latter natural foods need to be introduced whenever you can. The trouble is so many food manufacturers crave profit more so than transparency. A cheap product = high profits = huge marketing campaigns = a lack of transparency como consumir viagra.  A product

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Sitting is the new smoking

Written by Stuart Haden on June 30, 2015

I often ask executives, ‘what is the secret to performing optimally?’ “It’s the fags Stuart, you know 20 a day keeps me focussed and alert. The more the better, I can’t recommend them highly enough.” Of course I’ve never had this answer. Equally I haven’t heard one high performer cite sitting as their secret weapon. So if you are reading this sitting down then please stand up, at least for the next couple or so minutes that it takes to

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Where is your place of power?

Written by Stuart Haden on June 23, 2015

I named my business after a place, a place that has power. On one hand a mere beach, on the other more of a temple in which to contemplate life. The place of power, the power of place, was of course a storm beach, Pwll Du Bay on the Gower Peninsula, UK.

Sometimes I visited with friends, although mostly alone I would walk the beach. In the mid 90’s poignant songs flowing from my Sony Disc Man. Nothing Compares to

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Free book and online course from Brendon Burchard

Written by Stuart Haden on June 16, 2015

Brendon Burchard has really inspired me over the years. He is a great role model for anybody who wants to set up their own business, particularly if like me you are a coach and facilitator. Equally his books are cutting edge in the field of personal development. His latest achievement The Motivation Manifesto is not only a cracking read, but it is also an absolute steal! This will sound too good to be true but trust me you can get a hardcover

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Be Authentic by Completing a Work In, not a Work Out

Written by Stuart Haden on June 12, 2015

By turning a well know phrase on its head (work out) we can focus on what it takes to be more authentic – a work in. Yes the Western working world all too often rewards us (real or perceived) for what we show to others. But often it’s the improvements you make behind that scenes that really matter.

Lifehacker UK were kind enough to publish my recent article titled – Be Authentic by Completing a Work In, not a Work Out. The essence of

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Introducing – The Art of Possibility by Zander & Zander

Written by Stuart Haden on June 2, 2015

If you are operating as a coach then somewhere along your journey you will need to define your approach. Influenced by ontological coaching on the one hand this book kick started my  approach to narrative coaching. Zander and Zander quickly remind us that “all of life comes to us in narrative form; it’s a story we tell.” It’s all invented so you might as well step into the universe of possibility.

Perhaps more philosophical than practical the authors weave a wonderful

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Introducing – Masterful Coaching by Robert Hargrove

Written by Stuart Haden on May 26, 2015

This is a seminal book on coaching, it’s been over 10 years since I first read Masterful Coaching but it remains a tour de force despite so many publications since. I am indebted to Robert for endorsing my book, however, the greatest gift he gave me was the energy and guidance for coaching when I set out with his book tucked under my arm during my coach training days.

Supported by maps and case studies prepare yourself for – impossible

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It’s Not About The Coach gets advanced

Written by Stuart Haden on May 19, 2015

I hope over the last few months you’ve spotted my latest online course – It’s Not About The Coach – 3 part INTRODUCTION. Moreover, I hope you’ve noticed that this is totally free of charge at the time of writing!! So if you haven’t done so already please download the course here, before I change my mind.

To ensure that people get the most from coaching this course covers the first three chapters of my book – authenticity, change and emotions.

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Intuition gives way to a logical online course (4 of 4)

Written by Stuart Haden on May 12, 2015

It was an absolute privilege to research, write and publish my first book. I was passionate about breaking new ground in the coaching arena, as well as allowing some of my preferences to flourish. I am very aware that the book operates with a strong personal narrative. Sometimes cryptic, poetic, and intuitive. So I think I have probably got those bases covered.

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Over the past 12 months I have been busy developing another approach to the book. This time it’s highly

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Are your goals two dimensional? (3 of 4)

Written by Stuart Haden on May 5, 2015

The GROW coaching model is probably one of the most widely recognised coaching models, and rightly so as it is simple, accessible and far-reaching if need be. The G (that stands for goals) does however sometimes place too much emphasis on this area at the start of a coaching relationship. If you are being coached then an awareness of your goals is certainly worth exploring, however, it is not the be all and end all when you start.

Instead let the

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