10 Lessons from my Breakfast with a Billionaire

by Deborah Southgate | Jan 30, 2024 | Happiness, Work + career

This morning I had breakfast with Peter Hargreaves, of Hargreaves Lansdown notoriety. Well, to not be quite so misleading – I was invited to attend a small group breakfast meeting in Bristol hosted by Peter Hargreaves. It was less he and I sharing an intimate...

The Myth of Having It All

by Deborah Southgate | Oct 20, 2023 | Happiness, Science of change, Stress, Work + career

You can’t have it all. There we go, I’ve said it. You can’t have it all. Well, at least not at the same time. You have to choose which parts of having it all are your priorities right now, and focus on making the best of those. [Ends blog here].  Well, ok –...

Mentor or Coach – what’s the difference?

by Deborah Southgate | Oct 5, 2023 | Coaching & Mentoring, Science of change, Work + career

Are you struggling to make the next move in your career (or even in life), wondering whether you should seek a mentor or a coach? To make an informed decision, it’s crucial to understand the distinctions between the two and assess which one best suits your...

Is It Worth it to Hire a Coach? A Guide to Making the Right Decision

by Deborah Southgate | Sep 30, 2023 | Coaching & Mentoring, Science of change, Work + career

In today’s fast-paced world, personal and professional development has become increasingly vital for achieving success and satisfaction in life. Many people are turning to coaches to help them navigate the challenges and uncertainties they face, and to give them...

What is Career Coaching? 5 signs a Career Coach could help you

by Deborah Southgate | Sep 15, 2023 | Coaching & Mentoring, Happiness, Stress, Work + career

Are you feeling lost in your professional journey, uncertain about your career path, or facing obstacles that seem insurmountable? Career coaching might be the key to unlocking your full potential and achieving your goals. In this blog post, we’ll explore what...

Ditching Stress Guilt: How to excel at work without the overwhelm

by Deborah Southgate | Aug 31, 2023 | Stress, Work + career

This week I experienced stress guilt – the guilty feeling that I should be doing more because I don’t feel massively stressed about work right now. Not because I’m not being productive, efficient and adding value (which of course I am! )– but because I’m NOT feeling...