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Breast Cancer Awareness Month came to close a few weeks ago, and it serves as an important reminder as to why charities such as Breast Cancer Now play a vital role in the UK. Breast cancer is the most common cancer in the UK, making up 15 per cent of all new cancer cases with […]
Here is an ‘old but gold’ coaching exercise that we often use at Barefoot towards the end of the year to reflect on our accomplishments, disappointments, and learning. We hope you will enjoy using it for yourselves, with your teams and with your coaching clients. The exercise comes with acknowledgement to Jinny Ditzler, author of […]
After a five-year hiatus, the Barefoot Coaching Conference made a triumphant return, leaving attendees feeling reconnected, reenergised, and with a deeper understanding of belonging. Hosted at the Londoner Hotel in London, the event drew over two hundred Barefoot alumni from across the globe, offering a full day of powerful insights and networking opportunities. The theme […]
I’m celebrating the openness, vulnerability, and boldness of delegates, both face-to-face and online, as they experience this challenging and richly rewarding programme. It’s been fascinating and inspiring to share how leaders can learn to shift from mentor, teacher and all-round problem solver, to a coaching mindset which enables their teams to think and act for […]
In today’s fast-paced world, finding time to relax can often feel like an insurmountable challenge. Whether it’s the pressures of work, family, or societal expectations, many of us struggle to give ourselves permission to take a break. As Martin Benefer from Barefoot Coaching points out, the struggle isn’t just about time; it’s also about mindset. […]
By Kelly Wood, Barefoot Coaching Director of Workplace Coaching For years I’d heard people talk about the ‘magic of the Barefoot cohort’ and the profound, lasting learning that took place. Having met and spoken with many Barefoot Alumni, they shared first-hand the huge impact their fellow learners had on them as they trained to be […]
By Andy Chandler, Barefoot Coaching CEO Barefoot’s Executive Team Coaching Programme is now in full flow, with senior leadership teams across multiple sectors realising that building an effective team takes hard work and commitment. As a team coach, I want to share five truths about team coaching to shine a light on this growing and […]
For many parents, the six-week holidays can evoke a mix of emotions. While you may relish the chance to have more time with your children, you may also feel apprehensive. This could be because of several reasons: Increased demand on your time and energy Limited access to usual resources and your child’s usual social networks […]
Ever wondered how to become the ‘Boss Whisperer’? Our Creative Director, Adam Goodman-Smith, explores the importance of coaching your boss, when it might be necessary, and provides five top tips for doing it effectively. Coaching is a skill that is often associated with guiding, supporting and developing employees. It’s used to unlock a person’s potential […]
Our CEO and experienced executive coach, Andy Chandler, spoke to People Management to explore how coaching in the workplace has evolved since he entered the world of work more than 30 years ago. Ahead of International Coaching Week, he considers the notable shift in the landscape over recent decades. With coaching now more accessible than […]
