10 Tips for Making Staff Videos

"We need action, not hope on fighting Climate Change.” These words, spoken by 16-year-old climate activist Greta Thunberg, are resonating around the world.

Doing nothing gets you nothing, that’s for sure. But the truth is everyone has the ability to take action.

Never believe people that said you can’t. Be the person that believes you can, and you can achieve amazing things.

Even though we’re grown up, having fun is still important.

Laughing with friends, playing a game, reading a book, or watching your favourite television programme might be called leisure activities, but the health benefits associated with good old-fashioned fun are well-documented and nothing short of incredible.

Make time to have fun; in fact, prioritise it! 

Coaches believe that the individual always has the answer to their own problems but understand that they may need help to find the answer.

The essential part is to learn to silence that pesky inner-voice and allow your instincts to take over.

Sometimes that may mean distracting it, and other times it’s about exploring the ‘worst case scenario’ and removing the fear.

Just the word, ‘mistake’ can strike fear in many people’s minds, but it really shouldn’t.

Making mistakes is a normal part of life and can offer the opportunity to learn and become better.

Don’t let the fear of making mistakes prevent you from trying anything new or moving out of your comfort zone.

Each month we gather and share useful tips and tools; and this time it’s all about stepping out of your comfort zone.

Why? Well, while staying in your comfort zone usually results in a consistent and steady performance, stepping out of it can create the conditions for optimal performance.

We all probably know someone who fondly states after an adventure: "I can’t believe I did that, but I’m so glad I did."

This usually happens when we spend time outside of our comfort zone. As we move outside of the comfort zone, what was once the unknown and probably quite frightening becomes the new normal.

So, it's time we break free from the zone of protection and familiarity and push past self-imposed boundaries! 

Being on top of your game takes a lot of hard work, focus, and preparation. While being great at work is something to be proud of, we often get so wrapped up in it that we forget the most important piece of the puzzle. Ourselves!