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Making Sense of Work with Jean Balfour Jean Balfour - Master Certified Coach, Speaker
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How’s Work at the Moment? We all work - and yet we often struggle with work. Even very ambitious people find parts of work difficult. This podcast is for you if you'd like to build a new and better relationships with your working life. We explore everything to do with our working lives, starting with how do we find our purpose, how do make sense of our organisations and what can we do to work in our zone of genius? Do you have topic you'd like me to cover? Send me a note on Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeanbalfour/Find out more about our ICF Accredited Coach Training - www.baileybalfour.com
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Ep. #83. Finding Ease Amidst the Hustle at Work
Imagine finding a sense of calm and ease amid the chaos of your workday; I believe it's not just a fantasy but a tangible goal.
In this episode I share how the philosophies in Beth Kempton's "Kokoro" and Nancy Klein's "Time to Think," introduce how leaders and professionals can reclaim tranquility in their our hectic lives.
I look at society's traditional definitions of ease and how they often clash with our rushed existence, revealing that there's more to work than just ticking boxes and beating deadlines.
We can embrace coaching's potential to foster spaces free from pressure, and I share insights on how we can infuse a serene flow into our daily grind.
For a different perspective ,aided by Byron Katie's "The Work," I dissect the deep-seated belief that slowing down is a luxury we can't afford.
You can find the resources I reference here.
Beth Kempton - Kokoro
https://bethkempton.com/kokoro-2/
Nancy Kline - Time to Think
https://www.timetothink.com/
Bryon Katie - The Work
https://thework.com/
Jean Balfour
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeanbalfour/
https://baileybalfour.com/
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Ep. #82 The Neuroscience of Misery at Work - Part 2
Ever feel like you're just going through the motions at work, weighed down by stress and dissatisfaction? This is part 2 of the neuroscience of misery at work and it’s your invitation to discover how you can turn misery all around. We're not just talking about the everyday gripes of excessive workloads or lackluster recognition; we're diving into the science that shows our brains are directly wired to our work experiences. Join me, Jean Balfour as I share steps you can take you mitigate misery and how you can perform in your most creative and productive zone when you don’t feel like the most.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
View masterclass on-demand on neuroscience of misery at work: here
View video: Choice point by Russel Harris
Read and download our guide: Overcoming Burnout: Leveraging the Power of Glimmers
Read and download out guide: 10 Root Causes of Feeling Overwhelmed
Read and download out guide: Find your career values
Experience an Introduction to our Coach Training Programmes with our Free Taster Course: https://courses.baileybalfour.com/course/coach-training-introduction
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Ep. #81 The Neuroscience of Misery at Work - Part 1
Ever feel like you're just going through the motions at work, weighed down by stress and dissatisfaction? This episode is your invitation to discover the neuroscience that explains why—and how you can turn it all around. We're not just talking about the everyday gripes of excessive workloads or lackluster recognition; we're diving into the science that shows our brains are directly wired to our work experiences. Join me, Jean Balfour, as we pull back the curtain on common workplace woes and shed light on global studies that reveal the widespread nature of these issues, especially among younger workers and those under financial pressure.
Resources mentioned in this epsiode:
View masterclass on-demand on neuroscience of misery at work: here
Read and download our guide: Overcoming Burnout: Leveraging the Power of Glimmers
Read and download out guide: 10 Root Causes of Feeling Overwhelmed
Experience an Introduction to our Coach Training Programmes with our Free Taster Course: https://courses.baileybalfour.com/course/coach-training-introduction
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Ep. #80 Breaking into Your Zone of Genius
Today’s episode is inspired by Marianne Williamson and Gay Hendricks. Jean Balfour shares insights and experiences on overcoming self-imposed limitations to embrace our true potential. Join us as we navigate the zones of incompetence, competence, excellence, and ultimately, genius, uncovering how to push ourselves out of our limiting beliefs of what we can't do!
Recommended book reading: The Big Leap: Conquer Your Hidden Fear and Take Life to the Next Level
Experience an Introduction to our Coach Training Programmes with our Free Taster Course: https://courses.baileybalfour.com/course/coach-training-introduction
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Ep. #79 Navigating Overwhelm: From Chaos to Clarity
In today’s episode, Jean Balfour shares her own experiences of feeling overwhelmed, and shares insights on identifying, understanding, and overcoming the chaos that comes with being overwhelmed.
From uncovering the root causes to implementing practical strategies, we'll embark on a journey towards reclaiming energy and joy in our daily work. Tune in for tips, stories, and inspiration to navigate the feeling of overwhelm and emerge stronger in your everyday and work life!
You can download the guidebook here: https://baileybalfour.com/10-root-causes-of-feeling-overwhelmed/
Sign up to Jean's blog here : https://jeanbalfour.substack.com/
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Ep. #78 Active Listening: The Key to Unlocking Deeper Trust in Relationships
In today’s episode, we explore how being fully present with another person is not just a skill, but a critical gift that fosters genuine connection. Join Jean Balfour as she shares the journey of how we can master this skill, how we can be aware of our own pitfalls and together, we'll uncover practical strategies and insights to enhance our ability to truly hear and understand others.
To download our guidebook mentioned in this episode, click here: https://baileybalfour.com/blog-listening-and-presence/
Experience an Introduction to our Coach Training Programmes with our Free Taster Course: https://courses.baileybalfour.com/course/coach-training-introduction
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