The Key is in Knowing Yourself It’s the New Year and there’s simply no escaping the message that now’s the time to turn over that new leaf, take on the […]
Author Archives: Maurice Kerrigan Africa
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Dec
Dec
Whether you are working in a customer-service call centre serving a global audience, or staffing the customer service desk in a local retail store, you will most certainly be working […]
01
Dec
Dec
2300 years ago, Aristotle wrote down the secret to being a persuasive speaker, the secret which forms the basis for nearly every public speaking book written since then. Do you […]
Business Communication, Leadership and Management, Leadership Training, Public Speaking
Communicating for impact – How to influence change and progress in the business environment
30
Nov
Nov
“The art of communication is the language of leadership.” – James Humes James Humes isn’t wrong – all we have to do is look to the great leaders of today in […]
Business Communication, Leadership and Management
Lessons From Steve Jobs That Will Help You Conquer the Stage
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Nov
Nov
Steve Jobs is widely acknowledged as one of the most influential and inspiring business leaders of his generation. Even after his passing many years ago, he is still one of […]
General, Leadership Training, Personal Mastery & EQ
Can Fitness Culture Help Us Become Better Leaders?
09
Nov
Nov
The health and fitness industry in South Africa is thriving, there’s no question about it. According to The Economist, we have the highest fitness club revenue in the world, generating […]
27
Oct
Oct
“Always be a first-rate version of yourself, instead of a second-rate version of somebody else.” – Judy Garland It’s a cliché, but every one of us is unique. We each […]
18
Oct
Oct
For South African businesses, skills development is a strategic priority, as investing in training programmes allows businesses to access the skills in high demand by their industry, recruit from within, […]
Business Communication, Negotiation Skills
Become a Persuasive Person – The Top 3 Negotiation Skills for Influencers
09
Oct
Oct
Negotiation skills are an important part of our everyday life, determining how we interact with colleagues, business partners and clients, as well as how we act within our personal relationships. […]
27
Sep
Sep
For top negotiators, preparation is key to their success – no matter the size or complexity of the deal at hand. With the right preparation, negotiators know how to manage […]
09
Sep
Sep
The workplace is expected to work like a well-run machine, with each part seamlessly performing its role in a complex system in order to achieve the best possible outcome. The […]
01
Sep
Sep
Deciding which training company to use isn’t as easy as it sounds – after all, you have budgetary requirements and you need to make sure that the money is well-spent. […]
27
Aug
Aug
Spring is a season of renewal and energy, a season where we dust out our homes and welcome new life and new challenges. Whether you’re hitting the gym or CrossFit […]
Leadership Training, Personal Mastery and Emotional Intelligence
What I Learned Attending a Personal Mastery Training Course
09
Aug
Aug
Today’s blog is a little different – a little more personal and with a different perspective to the usual information on training courses which, let’s face it, can be somewhat […]
General, Leadership and Management
Knowledge is Power – But it’s How You Put it to Work that Really Matters
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Jul
Jul
We’ve all heard it before: “Knowledge is power”. It’s the driving force behind all levels of education, from learning our ABCs as toddlers to the emphasis on continued learning and […]
09
Jul
Jul
Our communication style and approach speak volumes about how we view ourselves and others. It also reveals important clues about our sense of worth, power and ability to lead and […]
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Aug
Aug
People often say they have burnout but it can be confusing as there are many symptoms associated with this condition. Typically, you experience a total lack of energy or drive. […]
General, Leadership and Management, Personal Mastery and Emotional Intelligence
Elections 2019 – Why SA Politicians and Leaders are Missing their Mark
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May
May
On the 8th of May, the Rainbow Nation went to the polls for the 6th democratic national elections in a year plagued by a poorly performing economy, government scandals and […]
Leadership Training, Personal Mastery & EQ
What Can You Expect from a Personal Mastery & EQ Business Training Course?
08
Aug
Aug
The workplace is a truly unique environment where a huge range of elements have to be brought together seamlessly in order to achieve specific goals. Factors like cultural diversity, language […]