Tag Archives: confidence

It Works Both Ways: Helpful Hints On Building Trust

Posted on 21 April 2014 by waywood

For those of you who have never met me, here I am in all my glory! 🙂 One of my passions is helping others overcome their fears & for that, I use friends like Geoff (also in the picture). … Continue reading →

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Light At The End Of The Tunnel?

Posted on 17 March 2014 by waywood

The saying, ‘Light at the end of the tunnel‘ is often used as a term of optimism for when things in the here-and-now are a bit rough. Indeed, I am aware firsthand how dark, confusing & directionless life can seem, … Continue reading →

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30 Things To Stop Doing To Yourself

Posted on 2 November 2013 by waywood

Today I’m posting a link to a blog page that is very challenging, very encouraging & very relevant. Enjoy reading … http://www.marcandangel.com/2011/12/11/30-things-to-stop-doing-to-yourself Until next time …

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Confidence: Theory or Practice?

Posted on 5 July 2013 by waywood

My last blog explored how although confidence can come from within, we usually also require external help to enable us to grow & move forward. Today I want to look at how important practical application & experience is in completing … Continue reading →

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Confidence: From Within or Without?

Posted on 3 July 2013 by waywood

Confidence doesn’t always start from within: sometimes it needs a kickstart from outside. That’s why I disagree with the “think positive & everything will be well” brigade. We can think as much as we like but some things only begin … Continue reading →

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HR: A Waste of Time?

Posted on 10 July 2009 by waywood

How many Human Resources departments contain people whose ability to communicate on a human level is close to or less than zero? I have friends who see themselves as leaders of people and therefore, the ideal material for a career in HR, … Continue reading →

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Self-Esteem & Self-Confidence

Posted on 13 February 2009 by waywood

Today I’m going to start a ‘mini-series’ on what I see as possibly one of the most crucial elements to any success story: self-esteem and self-confidence. I’ve put them his way round for a reason that will become apparent as … Continue reading →

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