Podcasts about solutions focus

Mark McKergow PhD MBA is a scientist by training and by nature, who continues to seek simplicity and reliability in learning and change. His influences range from systems thinking and brain research to language, narrative, and philosophy. Mark has pioneered the use of solutions-focused methods in organizational and business contexts. He has presented the Solutions Focus on every continent except Antarctica and now runs sfwork—The Centre for Solutions Focus at Work (http://sfwork.com) .  Mark was instrumental in the founding of the SOLWorld (Solutions in Organisations Linkup) conference series, is a member of the SOLWorld international steering group, and founded Solutions Books with Jenny Clarke in 2005. He edits the Journal of Solution Focused Practices (http://journalsfp.org). He has since developed more ways to make organizations humane and effective, including Host Leadership and Village In The City, and has been involved in the international Sunday Assembly “secular church” movement since its inception. He writes Steps To A Humanity of Organisation on Substack (http://markmckergow.substack.com).  For more information on the new third edition of The Solutions Focus go to http://thesolutionsfocus.com.

The bigger the issue, the smaller the step that is going to unlock it and start to reorient things and move things in a useful direction.

A problem-focused approach works if you're dealing with a broken washing machine. When people are involved, you need a solutions focus.

"Your world has more opportunities to do useful things than you thought before.”  Ever feel like solving your problems doesn't actually lead to the life you want? What if the real secret to happiness isn't in fixing what's wrong, but in focusing on what could be right? We've all been there—stuck in a rut, trying to figure out why life feels off despite our best efforts to make things better. Whether it's dissatisfaction at work, personal frustrations, or just the feeling of being stuck, we've all faced challenges that seem to persist no matter what solutions we try.  Join us and discover a revolutionary approach to overcoming life's challenges—Solutions Focus. Rather than fixating on problems, this method encourages a shift in perspective: from what's wrong to what could be right.  This episode reveals how tiny, actionable steps can lead to profound changes in your life, moving you from a state of being stuck to one of progress and fulfillment.  Dr. Mark McKergow is a leading expert in Solutions Focus, a senior figure in leadership, and a consultant based in Edinburgh, Scotland. With a PhD in Physics and a talent for integrating innovative ideas, Mark directs the Center for Solutions Focus at Work and has authored several influential books. He's an international speaker and sits on the editorial boards of the Journal of Solution-Focused Practice and the Journal of Systemic Therapies. Mark's unique approach blends therapeutic techniques with leadership practices to create real, lasting change.  Grab a copy of Mark's books: “The Solutions Focus” and “Hosting Generative Change”, available on Amazon.  Visit Mark McKergow's website to learn more: https://sfwork.com/  https://markmckergow.substack.com/  Raymond Aaron has shared his vision and wisdom on radio and television programs for over 40 years. He is the author of over 100 books, including Branding Small Business For Dummies, Double Your Income Doing What You Love, Canadian best-seller Chicken Soup for the Canadian Soul, and he co-authored the New York Times best-seller Chicken Soup for the Parent's Soul. Raymond's latest, co-authored book is The AI Millionaire's Path: Discover How ChatGPT‐Written Books Become Bestsellers and How They Can Make You a Millionaire Author!. www.Aaron.com

Welcome back to the Supporting Champions Podcast. Today, we're exploring the transformative power of focusing on solutions, not problems, with the insightful Paul Z Jackson. From his early days as a comedy writer and improvisation teacher to becoming a pivotal figure in the world of applied improvisation, Paul's journey is as fascinating as it is varied. His work, especially the acclaimed book 'The Solutions Focus,' co-authored with Mark McKergow, has been a beacon for many, including myself, since its first impact on me back in 2011. Paul's approach is simple yet revolutionary: Don't fix what isn't broken, find what works and do more of it, and if something doesn't work, try something else. It's about making positive changes by identifying and amplifying useful change, recognizing that detailed problem analysis often doesn't lead to solutions. This mindset shift from a problem focus to a solutions focus can stir optimism, hope, and ambition, changing the way we tackle challenges in sports, business, and life. In our discussion, Paul delves into how this approach applies across various contexts, from coaching athletes to enhancing team dynamics. He shares insights on how to help people improvise and adapt, drawing on his extensive background in comedy and improvisation. We also touch on the importance of recognizing the small changes that signal big progress and staying 'solutions focused' rather than 'solutions forced.' Paul's work with the Applied Improvisation Network and The Improvisation Academy further underscores his belief in the power of improvisation as a skill for life and business, teaching us to make use of what's there and to embrace the possibilities of the past, present, and future. Follow Paul's work; https://impro.org.uk/ Buy The Solutions Focus https://www.amazon.co.uk/Solutions-Focus-3rd-Transforming-consultants/dp/1399816527/ https://www.amazon.com/Solutions-Focus-3rd-Transforming-consultants/dp/1399816527/   If you like these episodes, you'll probably like these too; https://www.supportingchampions.co.uk/127-mustafa-sarkar-on-resilience/ https://www.supportingchampions.co.uk/047-josie-perry-on-the-psychology-of-communication/ https://www.supportingchampions.co.uk/060-andrea-furst-on-change-and-uncertainty/   Hi, I'm Steve Ingham Sports and Performance Scientist co-founder at Supporting Champions. I have the privilege of supporting over 1000 athletes of which over 200 have gone on to win World or Olympic medals. For the last 25 years I've been fascinated by, researched and applied innovative ideas to help people succeed and now I want to share those performance strategies with you. I help aspiring and professional Performance Science and Support Staff improve their skills, experience and mindset for working with sports performers through a range of online courses and an exclusive community hub https://www.supportingchampions.co.uk/onlinecourse If you're working in sports performance or business and want to get support to develop your team and systems - take a look at what I offer here - https://www.supportingchampions.co.uk/speaking/ Listen to the podcast https://www.supportingchampions.co.uk/category/podcast/ Links Twitter at https://twitter.com/ingham_steve https://www.tiktok.com/@supportingchampions Supporting Champions on Twitter www.twitter.com/support_champs Supporting Champions on Linkedin, www.linkedin.com/company/supporting-champions https://www.instagram.com/supportingchampions/  

CBIA released its 2024 Transform Connecticut Policy Solutions, a 12-point package of recommendations designed to unlock Connecticut's economic potential, on Feb. 1. CBIA vice president of public policy Chris Davis joined senior public policy associate Ashley Zane on the CBIA BizCast to discuss the process behind the development of the policy priorities. “We looked to identify some solutions that help leverage the state's strengths and really foster new opportunities focusing on a vibrant, robust, and equitable economy,” said Zane. The 2024 solutions focus on expanding career pathways and making the state a more attractive and affordable place to live and work. “We're going to be spending a lot of time at the state legislature over the next three months, as you can imagine, right up until the deadline, as things get negotiated right up to the end," Davis said.

Finding your way to the future you desire means staying focused on solutions that will get you, step by step, to your destination. Mark McKergow, co-author of “The Solutions Focus,” shares brilliant discoveries to help you, in this episode of the MINDTRX podcast with Paul Scheele. Learn breakthrough strategies that transcend therapeutic interventions and make accomplishing your goals faster and easier than you might have ever imagined. Mark McKergow is a speaker, facilitator, consultant, and director of the Centre for Solutions Focus at Work, based in Edinburgh, Scotland. His life's work has been about humanizing organizations in learning, changing, and leading. Mark is widely known for his ability to connect complex ideas with simplicity in practice. He is the co-author of six books including “The Solutions Focus” and “Host: Six New Roles of Engagement.” Learn more about and connect with Mark at MarkMcKergow.Substack.com , www.SFWork.com, www.HostLeadership.com, www.VillageInTheCity.net, and www.JournalSFP.org. Paul Scheele, PhD, is an acclaimed innovator within the fields of neuro-linguistic programming, whole mind learning, preconscious processing, and accelerated learning. As co-founder of Learning Strategies, he has designed and developed over one hundred programs to stimulate personal and professional success, including the Paraliminals on the MINDTRX app. Others include “PhotoReading at 25,000 words a minute,” “Genius Code,” “Abundance for Life,” and “Future Mapping.” Paul guides people to meet critical challenges in their own lives as well as the world. And he helps them achieve extraordinary results in their relationships, work, finances, health, and spiritual well-being. He is the author of “PhotoReading,” “Natural Brilliance,” and “Drop Into Genius.” Learn more about Paul at www.LearningStrategies.com, www.MINDTRX.com, www.YouTube.com/LearningStrategies, and www.Facebook.com/LearningStrategies. To comment or ask a question about this episode please go to our channel on YouTube at https://youtu.be/cd3pKJ6uOOA.

Dr. Ellen Reed has been a top performance coach for over 15 years working alongside Dr. Jason Selk. She has extensive experience in mental training for business, athletics, academia, and the performing arts. In addition to her work helping others reach high-level success, she has a well-established and successful career as a professional dancer. She helps athletes, students, and business leaders reach their peak performance by developing the mental toughness necessary for success. Her book written with Dr. Jason Selk, “Relentless Solution Focus,” has hit the best-seller list multiple times. https://youtu.be/Skq-Yll7ilg More from Dr. Ellen Reed Relentlesssolutionfocus.com Dr. Ellen Reed on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drellenreed For More From Josh Hatcher at Manlihood.com http://manlihood.com http://joshhatcher.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/manlihood/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/manlihood/support

Many college athletes are struggling in silence. Their dealing with: perfectionism, identity growth, performance anxiety, life balance, and so much more. College athletes live and experience a different lifestyle than the general college student population. There are risk factors and solutions for this important topic.

In episode Episode 9, Quaker activist Eileen Flannagan told us about four roles change agents can play. Advocate, Rebel, Organizer, and Helper. Most of you who listen to Citizens Climate Radio are advocates volunteering your time trying to convince the public and members of congress that we need a price on carbon. You approach congressional members and staff with respect and cordiality as you educate and persuade them to support climate solutions.  And the rebel? The rebel exists to put pressure on those lawmakers to get them to act.  This doesn't mean we all need to use these rebel tactics.  As Bayard Rustin, the Black Gay Civile Rights leader said, “We need, in every community, a group of angelic troublemakers.” In this episode you will hear about UK-based climate change rebel, Caroline Harmon and the non-violent and very disruptive direct actions she and Christian Climate Action use. From kneeling for prayer and halting traffic in front of the Prime Ministers's residence at 10 Downing Street to holding a worship service outside a coal. They even helped shut down bridges all over London. From a Christian Pentecostal background, as a child she thought, “For God so loved the world…” a famous passage from John 3:16 meant that God loved the people so much so he sent his sons to save them. As a young adult though someone challenged her to think more expansively. God loves ALL the world including all of the living things on it and the rocks, air, and water. That inspired her to lower her carbon footprint, write letters to members of Parliament, lobby large companies, and contribute to awareness campaigns. For Caroline and some other fellow Christians, that was just not enough.  Hearing Caroline's story will affirm you in your own climate work while giving you greater appreciation for rebel activists who are playing a vital part that will help us as we seek to have a seat at the table with decision makers.  You can hear and read about personal stories of Christian Climate Action activists in action and talking about why they do what they do, the successes they have had, and what they hope to change.  The Art House Regular listeners know we feature artists who are using their art to explore climate change. This is an emerging field. Some artists are grappling with just how to integrate climate work into their works of art. Today we feature Sophie and Josies Davis, sisters who grew up on the Coast of Maine who after studying classical violin at conservatory, they are back in Maine.  They seek to fuse their love of music and the natural world along with their growing concern for climate change.  Founding members of Halcyon String Quartet based in Maine, USA, they choose to be good citizens as they remain faithful to their art. In speaking with them, we identified six principles for artists addressing climate change might find helpful.  Know your Stuff (both your craft as an artist and essentials of climate change messaging.) Think Locally Pursue Collaboration (To date Halcyon String Quartets most successful collaboration was with visual artist Jill Pelto.) Pivot to Solutions (Focus less on the many horrible impacts of climate change and instead help your audience experience the future with the beneficial impacts of climate solutions in place.) Promote Action (As Katie Patricks, the author of the book and podcast How to Save the World stressed for us on Citizens Climate Radio episode 61—Artists and event organizers have to find ways to offer people the next meaningful step for themselves and their communities.  Remain Faithful to the Art (Halcyon seeks to straddle the balance between the old time favorites audiences love and new music, music by Black, Indigenous, and people of color. Excellence is the art is essential as they seek to help the public engage in good art and effective climate change discourse.) About Sophie and Josie Sophie received degrees in violin performance and environmental studies from Oberlin College and Conservatory. Playing and sharing music are integral to Sophie's creative and professional practice. She has performed on NPR's "From the Top," at the Kennedy Center, Chicago's Symphony Hall, the Monte Music Festival in India, and with the Jordan National Orchestra (JOrchestra) in Amman, Jordan. In 2017, Sophie was awarded a Fulbright Research Grant to spend nine months in the South Pacific island nation of Samoa where she explored the ways in which the arts can raise awareness of climate change. In addition to pursuing research, Sophie taught and performed with the National Orchestra of Samoa. Sophie divides her time between musical performance and pedagogy. She serves as violin faculty and chamber music coordinator at Bay Chamber Music School in Rockport and is the co-founder and Artistic Director of Halcyon – an ensemble dedicated to using music and art to cultivate environmental stewardship.  Josie Davis received her undergraduate degrees in violin and sociology at Oberlin College and Conservatory where she was a student of David Bowlin, and her Ed.M from Harvard University. She has performed in a wide-range of venues from Carnegie Hall to the Monte Music Festival in India and has appeared with her sister on NPR's From the Top. She actively explores ways to share classical music in new contexts and has performed chamber music with Emanuel Ax in a taco shop, played solo Bach for Chris Thile, and is currently a member of Palaver Strings. Her teaching has brought her to Panama, India and Community MusicWorks in Rhode Island where she completed a two-year Fellowship. In past summers, she has studied at the Juilliard String Quartet Seminar, Bowdoin International Music Festival and Kneisel Hall Chamber Music Festival. She is committed to creating more chamber music opportunities for young people and is the founder and director of summer workshops for young people in Maine and Connecticut. As a violinist, educator and arts administrator, Josie is interested in how the arts can be used as a form of cultural empowerment to build bridges and strengthen communities. You can hear standalone versions of The Art House at Artists and Climate Change.  Good News Report We do not have a Good News story to share because we had so much to share from Caroline, Josie, and Sophie. We would LOVE to share good news from your own climate work or a breakthrough your group recently had.  If you have good news you want to share on the show, email me. Radio @ CitizensClimate.org. That Radio @Citizens Climate.org You can hear Citizens' Climate Radio on: iTunes Spotify SoundCloud Podbean Stitcher Radio Northern Spirit Radio PlayerFM TuneIn Radio If you have an idea about the  Art House or any other part of our show, feel free to email Peterson at @Citizens Climate.org Also, feel free to connect with other listeners, suggest program ideas, and respond to episode in the Citizens' Climate Radio Facebook group or on Twitter at @CitizensCRadio.

in episode Episode 9, Quaker activist Eileen Flannagan told us about four roles change agents can play. Advocate, Rebel, Organizer, and Helper. Most of you who listen to Citizens Climate Radio are advocates volunteering your time trying to convince the public and members of congress that we need a price on carbon. You approach congressional members and staff with respect and cordiality as you educate and persuade them to support climate solutions.  And the rebel? The rebel exists to put pressure on those lawmakers to get them to act.  This doesn't mean we all need to use these rebel tactics. As Bayard Rustin, the Black Gay Civile Rights leader said, “We need, in every community, a group of angelic troublemakers.” In this episode you will hear about UK-based climate change rebel, Caroline Harmon and the non-violent and very disruptive direct actions she and Christian Climate Action use. From kneeling for prayer and halting traffic in front of the Prime Ministers's residence at 10 Downing Street to holding a worship service outside a coal. They even helped shut down bridges all over London. ART HOUSE Today we feature Sophie and Josies Davis, sisters who grew up on the Coast of Maine who after studying classical violin at conservatory, they are back in Maine. They seek to fuse their love of music and the natural world along with their growing concern for climate change. Founding members of Halcyon String Quartet based in Maine, USA, they choose to be good citizens as they remain faithful to their art. In speaking with them, we identified six principles for artists addressing climate change might find helpful. 1. Know your Stuff 2. Think Locally 3. Pursue Collaboration 4. Pivot to Solutions (Focus less on the many horrible impacts of climate change and instead help your audience experience the future with the beneficial impacts of climate solutions in place.) 5. Promote Action (As Katie Patricks, the author of the book and podcast How to Save the World stressed for us on Citizens Climate Radio episode 61—Artists and event organizers have to find ways to offer people the next meaningful step for themselves and their communities. 6. Remain Faithful to the Art LINKS Christian Climate Action https://christianclimateaction.org Halcyon String Quartet https://www.halcyonstringquartet.com/

This month we have the pleasure of being joined by Dr Mark McKergow. Mark is a co-director of sfwork - The Centre for Solutions Focus at Work. He is an international consultant, speaker and author and to summarise where we go in this podcast is quite challenging to do in this small description! To find out more about Mark and his work, head over to www.sfwork.com, www.hostleadership.com ,or follow Mark on Twitter @markmckergow. As always, please get in touch with us by heading over to www.sfpossibilities.org or find us on social media.         

We kick off our 2021 The Way Forward Webcasts, with our good friend Dr. Jason Selk, CEO of Enhanced Performance and the former Director of Mental Training for the St. Louis Cardinals baseball team. He helps business leaders, executives, and top sales people develop mental toughness, increase confidence and focus, and substantially grow their bottom line. Some of you may recall that Dr. Selk was our top speaker at the PEO Leadership Conference in 2013 - he was outstanding! He is recognized as one of North America's top performance coaches to both athletes and business executives. He helped the Cardinals win their first World Series in over 20 years in 2006, in 2011 he assisted the Cardinals in the historic feat of winning their second championship in 6 years and in 2013 he helped them once again make their way to the World Championships against the Boston Red Sox. Dr. Selk is a regular contributor to Forbes, ABC, CBS, ESPN, USA Today and NBC radio and television. His latest book Relentless Solution Focus will be published in January 2021. Here is what you should expect to take-away from our hour conversation and Q&A:THE #1 obstacle to mental toughness is our biological tendency to focus on the PROBLEM before the SOLUTION. As humans we tend to have a problem-centric focus (PCF)The opposite of a problem-centric focus is a Relentless Solution Focus replacing all negative thoughts about a problem with a solution based focused thinking.Relentless Solution Focus is confirmed and accomplished often with one simple question: "What is the one thing I can do differently right now that could make things better?"You should expect to walk away with some of the starting blocks of increasing your mental toughness allowing you to accelerate more effectively towards your professional and personal goals and objectives.

Recording from 22nd January 2021

Dr. Ellen Reed, Mental Toughness Expert has been a top performance coach for more than ten years, working with Dr. Jason Selk. In addition to helping others reach high-levels of success, she has a well-established career as a professional dancer. With her background in academia and the performing arts, she helps athletes, students, and business leaders reach their peak performance by developing mental toughness. Dr. Reed received her PhD. in experimental psychology, with a focus on memory and cognition, from St. Louis University.What is the one thing that all successful people do? They focus on solutions — not problems — when confronted with a challenge, says Dr. Jason Selk. In his and Dr. Ellen Reed’s forthcoming book RELENTLESS SOLUTION FOCUS, reveals proven three-step process for developing a winning mindset.

Planning & Production Credits: Kathleen Sullivan, Sarah Siddiqui, Jane Gardner-Florence Healthcare workers have been faced with unusually difficult career-related decisions during the Covid-19 outbreak. Many have asked themselves: "Do I run towards the frontline or work from the sidelines?" What do these choices reveal about our unique values, motivational drivers and ethical stance? How might these highly-personal choices shape our career once the pandemic is over? In this episode PSU coach Kathleen Sullivan is in conversation with Gabriel Weston, Shak Rahman and Sarah Siddiqui. These three surgeons are at different stages in their career and have made very different and difficult choices during the pandemic. However, what they have in common is a curiosity about the legacy that the Covid-19 crisis may have on our professional identities over the course of our careers. In this extended episode they consider some of the important decisions they have made and delve deep into some of the questions emerging from a potentially career-altering pandemic. If you would like to give us some feedback our Episode 6 of our Pandemic Podcast you can find a feedback form on our website here. Bios: Gabriel Weston is a surgeon in the NHS. She studied English before undertaking her medical training, and she draws upon her knowledge of both disciplines, as an author and TV presenter, in addition to her career as a surgeon. Shakeel Rahman is a Pan Thames Plastic Surgery Trainee. He has a background in medical education and mentoring. Sarah Siddiqui is a National SuppoRTT Fellow in the London & KSS Professional Support Unit. She is dual-qualified in Medicine and Dentistry and on sabbatical from Core Surgical Training. Kathleen Sullivan is a Senior Coach for the PSU and an Associate with Career Planning for Doctors and Dentists. Kathleen specialises in transformational coaching and satisfying career transitions for doctors. Her integrated approach draws on modalities including Solutions Focus, Constellations, and Thinking Partnerships Thank you to the trainees, who kindly provided the sound bites and wished to remain anonymous.

Planning & Production Credits: Victoria Twigg (Lead), Kathleen Sullivan, Jane Garner-Florence & Sarah Siddiqui The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in new ways of working for everyone in healthcare, with some healthcare professionals being redeployed to another speciality completely. Redeployment can pose a host of practical difficulties and concerns to those being redeployed, such as; will I be out of my depth? Am I going to be putting myself and my family at risk? How will my training and career be affected? In this episode we are in conversation with two surgical trainees and a PSU coach, to discuss their experience of being redeployed, the highs and lows, and the approaches one may take in addressing the concerns that arise. We look also at some of the positives that can be drawn when in the face of uncertainty. If you would like to give us some feedback our Episode 4 of our Pandemic Podcast you can find a feedback form on our website. Bios: Abhinav Singh is a Trauma & Orthopaedics Registrar in the Imperial Deanery and a part-time MSc student at the University of Oxford. He is interested in surgical research, focusing on clinical outcomes for paediatric patients. Outside of work, he enjoys playing cricket and running. Peter Lion is a higher surgical trainee in ENT in North London. He studied medicine in Brighton and has subsequently worked in Scotland, Wales and England. He has an interest in medical education. Kathleen Sullivan is a Senior Coach for the PSU and an Associate with Career Planning for Doctors and Dentists. Kathleen specialises in transformational coaching and satisfying career transitions for doctors. Her integrated approach draws on modalities including Solutions Focus, Constellations, and Thinking Partnerships. Victoria Twigg is a higher surgical trainee in ENT in North London undertaking a fellowship at HEE looking at early-years surgical education across the region. She has an interest in leadership and management across the healthcare sector, with a focus on workforce policy.

In a high-alert situation such as the Covid-19 pandemic, it can be very easy to become more function driven and task focused when everything is in crisis mode. There is the potential for 'heroic' overworking and burnout, or struggling to find the capacity to address other areas of our lives. In these times, how can we support healthcare professionals to create more balance in their every day? In this episode we are in conversation with coaches Dr Magdalena Bak-Maier and Kathleen Sullivan. Our discussion draws on neuroscience and coaching as we explore some practical approaches to finding balance amidst the ongoing crisis. If you would like to give us some feedback our Episode 1 of our Pandemic Podcast you can find a feedback form on our website. Bios: Dr Magdalena Bak-Maier is a neuroscientist, and productivity and wellbeing expert. She is the author and inventor of the GridTM work-life balance method. Magdalena joins up theory, research and practitioner insights, creating new practical approaches that optimise human health and performance. Kathleen Sullivan is a Senior Coach for the PSU and an Associate with Career Planning for Doctors and Dentists. Kathleen specialises in transformational coaching and satisfying career transitions for doctors. Her integrated approach draws on modalities including Solutions Focus, Constellations, and Thinking Partnerships. Dr Sarah Siddiqui is a National Supported Return to Training Fellow based in the London & KSS Professional Support Unit. She is dual qualified in Medicine and Dentistry and on sabbatical from Core Surgical Training.

In this episode we discuss...COVID-19 and our response as the LORD's Church.As much as we want to gather, right now, we shouldn’t gather together! (At least for now)This is not an issue where the church is being specifically targeted. Everybody needs to do their best to “flatten the curve.” There is a sense of civic duty, obedience to government officials and good Christian witness.The Corona Virus is very contagious! Droplets, surfaces, 3-hour aerosol...We serve people who are in high risk of not just catching it but becoming very, very sick if not dying!Federal guidelines of not meeting in groups of 10 or more…Folks over 65 shouldn’t be out and about…So, what should the church do?!? We are called to love one another, gather together, sing songs with enthusiasm, great one another with a holy kiss and worship Jesus…TOGETHER!Solutions:Focus on the VISION! Stick to the MISSION! Accomplish the GOAL: A pandemic doesn’t stop the church. It actually provides incredible opportunity for ministry, service, evangelism (softened hearts) and displays of love and ways to glorify Christ!Communicate with leadership (staff) and saints:Make decisions with your elders, or leadership!There is wisdom in many Counselors! Proverbs 11:14 “14 … in an abundance of counselors there is safety.”THE SAINTS - They need you to lead them, care for them and equip them for the work of the ministry!How can we minister to those who need ministered to? Who needs ministered to? How are we going to know when that changes?Phone, text, email, website, FB, Facebook Live, smoke signal, other social media, phone chain, Breeze…Figure out the best way for you to do services, or decide whether you are going to do services or not?How are you going to handle giving?Online GivingText GivingMailing in checksHow are you going to minister to the vulnerable and sick?GroceriesDr. VisitsPrayer TimeMinistry of “being there”Remember, this is short term stuff.What are we going to do in the future?How will you celebrate the reunion of the body?Links for our Top Two's:zoom.usDollar GeneralUbeesize S Phone TripodVenison (Wild Meat)HDMI Capture CareCONTACT (give us feedback, topic ideas, or just say hey)Call and leave a message at (570) 724-3741Email: ruralpastorstalk@gmail.comWebsite: http://ruralpastorstalk.buzzsprout.com/SOCIAL MEDIAFacebook: http://facebook.com/ruralpastorstalkTwitter: @ruralpastorsLISTENItunesSpotifyStitcher

As advances in technology continue to change the way we live and work, they are also changing the types of skills we need to get a good job. Currently, there are more than seven million open jobs in the U.S., and many business leaders say it’s because they can’t find enough men and women with […] The post C-Suite Solutions: Focus on the worker appeared first on WorkingNation.

Mark McKergow spoke at TEDxKazimierz in 2018 on the topic of host leadership. Dr. Mark McKergow brings new ideas into the world of business and management, with an inimitable combination of scientific rigour and performance pizzazz. Mark is best known for his work on introduction the ideas of Solutions Focus (2002) and Host Leadership (2014), about which he has published extensively and helped to create self-sustaining user communities. He likes ideas and approaches that make things simpler, quicker, cheaper and more respectful - particularly when they are based on something counter-intuitive and game-changing. More on Mark at http://sfwork.com and http://hostleadership.com. Mark McKergow leads Sunday Assembly in Scotland and plays a leading role in supporting the movement worldwide. Useful Links Sunday Assembly London SOLWorld Solution Focused Working Sunday Assembly Online Mark McKergow's Linkedin Host Leadership - why"hosting" is an important type of leadership | Mark McKergow | TEDxKazimierz Bringing up children the Dutch way | Michele Hutchison | TEDxKazimierz Pippa Evans and Sanderson Jones' special message to TEDxKazimierz 2018 Mark McKergow's Facebook Live video recording of the podcast About your host Richard Lucas Richard is a business and social entrepreneur who founded, led and/or invested in more than 30 businesses, Richard has been a TEDx event organiser, supports the pro-entrepreneurship ecosystem, and leads entrepreneurship workshops at all levels: from pre-schools to leading business schools. Richard was born in Oxford and moved to Poland in 1991. Read more here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/entrepreneurship-and-leadership

Summary: Mark McKergow spoke at TEDxKazimierz in 2018 on the topic of host leadership. Dr Mark McKergow brings new ideas into the world of business and management, with an inimitable combination of scientific rigour and performance pizzazz. Mark is best known for his work on introduction the ideas of Solutions Focus (2002) and Host Leadership … Continue reading Richard Lucas in conversation with Dr Mark McKergow – author, scientist, and speaker (s5ep18) → The post Richard Lucas in conversation with Dr Mark McKergow – author, scientist, and speaker (s5ep18) appeared first on Project Kazimierz.

Today I'm calling on the northern hemisphere, and the UK in particular and chatting to Janine Waldman and Paul Z Jackson from The Solutions Focus. These two are master facilitators, you will pick that up in this conversation. You may also pick up in the conversation that I was in awe of them, considering their […] The post Solutions-focused facilitation with Paul Z Jackson and Janine Waldman (Episode 78) appeared first on First Time Facilitator.Shhh... I'm releasing 5 secret podcast episodes over 5 days to help you book out your facilitation business, BUT you need to register to get access.Head on over to bookedoutfacilitator.comSupport the show (https://buymeacoffee.com/leannehughes)

Andrew Huffer is joined by facilitator and coach, Andrew Rixon. They discuss the principles of the Solutions Focus in coaching and how they've also applied it in their facilitation work. You'll also get to hear about the work of international Solutions Focus experts, Paul Z Jackson and Janine Waldman - and how you can learn directly from them!

Join Robert and Mark as they discuss the profoundly simple Solutions Focus approach to solving problems and making important decisions.  Listen for the pattern interruptions that can make all of the difference.  To learn more about Mark and his work, go to www.sfwork.com or www.sfio.org.

BONUS: Stop Complaining and Do This Instead Today's, Sitch on Saturday is about less complaining and more focus on what is good in your life.  I talk about Solutions Focus, an exercise that helps you get clear on where you are unsatisfied within your life to guide you into taking small steps to create a positive change in your life.  The exercise is based on the book, The Solutions Focus, by Paul Z. Jackson and Mark McKergow.  I'm reading from the book, Happy For No Reason, by Marci Shimoff.  To pre-enroll in The Sober Sessions go here.  Email me To 50 & Beyond Facebook Community My home  Instagram    

A Solutions Focused (SF) approach offers a way of managing change that leads to faster progress. It’s about finding what works and doing more of it. In this interview Annette Gray, Director of Strategy and Development at GCI, shares the story of the success of the SF approach and gives a demonstration to show how adopting a Solutions Focused approach in conversations can lead to quick insights.

Maria Serafim is a Director with NSW public schools where she has worked for more than a decade and currently supports 32 Principals. Maria is well-known to many in the field of education leadership, in particular for her application of a ‘Solutions Focused’ coaching approach to strategy and planning. Maria’s story is an important one in terms of engaging, learning and growing for impact and improvement in education.

Quick Coaching Tip (QCT): The Solutions Focus is a great tool to keep in your mental tool bag! Instead of focusing on the problems and what you don't want, focus on solutions, what is working, and what you want more of. When rating something on a scale of 1 to 10, whatever the number is, ask "Why so high?"  Listen as I explain this and other applications in this quick coaching tip: Listen on iTunes or Listen to/download this episode here: Mentioned in this show: Boston Marathon #Miles4Smiles Fundraiser Download: Affirmations for Abundant Living LIAM Team Life Coaching Community Subscription/Social Links: Subscribe on iTunes! Subscribe on Stitcher Radio! LIAM on Twitter: @LifeIs262 LIAM on Facebook / LifeIsAMarathon Subscribe to the LIAM Mailing List www.BruceVanHorn.com Bruce Van Horn on Twitter Bruce Van Horn on Facebook    

Quick Coaching Tip (QCT): The Solutions Focus is a great tool to keep in your mental tool bag! Instead of focusing on the problems and what you don't want, focus on solutions, what is working, and what you want more of. When rating something on a scale of 1 to 10, whatever the number is, ask "Why so high?"  Listen as I explain this and other applications in this quick coaching tip: Listen on iTunes or Listen to/download this episode here: Mentioned in this show: Boston Marathon #Miles4Smiles Fundraiser Download: Affirmations for Abundant Living LIAM Team Life Coaching Community Subscription/Social Links: Subscribe on iTunes! Subscribe on Stitcher Radio! LIAM on Twitter: @LifeIs262 LIAM on Facebook / LifeIsAMarathon Subscribe to the LIAM Mailing List www.BruceVanHorn.com Bruce Van Horn on Twitter Bruce Van Horn on Facebook    

Step 4 in creating your Life Plan is to honestly evaluate where you are now in comparison to your ideal wish for each spoke in the Wheel of Life. Once you know where you are, you can take specific action to move one step closer to the life of your dreams! Listen as I walk you through Step 4 of your Life Plan: Listen on iTunes or Listen to/download this episode here: Show Outline: Review Step 3 to understand your ideal desire, your 10, for each area of life. The Wheel of Life has 7 spokes: Spiritual Physical Mental/Intellectual/Emotional Family Personal/Social/Friends Career Financial Based on your perfect wish for each spoke, rate your current condition on a scale from 1 to 10, with 1 being "just getting started," and 10 being you have reached your dreams for this area. Whatever number you pick for your current situation is the right number for you! Do not judge the number in any way. Just relax and know that this is where you are and that it's OK to be right where you are for each area of life. Thinking a low number is "bad" is not a useful thought. Using the Solutions Focus approach, as discussed in LIAM Session 23, ask yourself "why did I rate it so high?" If you rated a spoke a 5, ask yourself "Why so high? Why a 5? Why not a 4 or a 3?" Make a list of the reasons you rated each spoke as high as you did. Even if you picked a 1 for some area, why not a 0? This method shows you that you have already made progress, maybe significant progress toward your goal for each area of life. It gives you the feeling of accomplishment, which creates confidence to move even higher! Now, for each area, make a list of a few things that would need to happen to move just 1 point higher on the scale. Let's just take one step at a time, set ourselves up for victory, and create momentum! Mentioned in this show: Born to Win: Find Your Success Code - Zig Ziglar & Tom Ziglar LIAM Team Life Coaching Community Subscription/Social Links: Subscribe on iTunes! Subscribe on Stitcher Radio! LIAM on Twitter: @LifeIs262 LIAM on Facebook / LifeIsAMarathon Subscribe to the LIAM Mailing List www.BruceVanHorn.com Bruce Van Horn on Twitter Bruce Van Horn on Facebook    

Step 4 in creating your Life Plan is to honestly evaluate where you are now in comparison to your ideal wish for each spoke in the Wheel of Life. Once you know where you are, you can take specific action to move one step closer to the life of your dreams! Listen as I walk you through Step 4 of your Life Plan: Listen on iTunes or Listen to/download this episode here: Show Outline: Review Step 3 to understand your ideal desire, your 10, for each area of life. The Wheel of Life has 7 spokes: Spiritual Physical Mental/Intellectual/Emotional Family Personal/Social/Friends Career Financial Based on your perfect wish for each spoke, rate your current condition on a scale from 1 to 10, with 1 being "just getting started," and 10 being you have reached your dreams for this area. Whatever number you pick for your current situation is the right number for you! Do not judge the number in any way. Just relax and know that this is where you are and that it's OK to be right where you are for each area of life. Thinking a low number is "bad" is not a useful thought. Using the Solutions Focus approach, as discussed in LIAM Session 23, ask yourself "why did I rate it so high?" If you rated a spoke a 5, ask yourself "Why so high? Why a 5? Why not a 4 or a 3?" Make a list of the reasons you rated each spoke as high as you did. Even if you picked a 1 for some area, why not a 0? This method shows you that you have already made progress, maybe significant progress toward your goal for each area of life. It gives you the feeling of accomplishment, which creates confidence to move even higher! Now, for each area, make a list of a few things that would need to happen to move just 1 point higher on the scale. Let's just take one step at a time, set ourselves up for victory, and create momentum! Mentioned in this show: Born to Win: Find Your Success Code - Zig Ziglar & Tom Ziglar LIAM Team Life Coaching Community Subscription/Social Links: Subscribe on iTunes! Subscribe on Stitcher Radio! LIAM on Twitter: @LifeIs262 LIAM on Facebook / LifeIsAMarathon Subscribe to the LIAM Mailing List www.BruceVanHorn.com Bruce Van Horn on Twitter Bruce Van Horn on Facebook