Happy Holidays

Most people know I am a book lover and read voraciously. This year, I will only suggest a few books, not because I haven’t read a lot, but because, I think this is more helpful for those of you who are, or know, a coach or supervisor. Before I get into the thick of things, I want to add a book I read last week that is a literature and has a lot of wisdom and coaching in it – and there is quite some reflection, which makes the characters change and move forward. I highly recommend it also for anyone working in intercultural fields.

Job search at 45+ ??? - READ ON!

Ageism in the workplace is an unfortunate reality that you may face as you advance in their careers. It is especially a hard issue in Switzerland as it is required by the government for the company to pay more into your pension as you gain years of experience. For you nearing retirement or simply seeking a job later in your life, the challenges of age discrimination can be particularly daunting. However, understanding this issue and finding ways to counteract it can help you navigate their career paths with confidence and dignity.

Why Get a Coach when you Head into Retirement (or ANY change, really)?

Navigating the transition into your retirement can feel daunting, especially if you’re unsure how to structure this new phase of life.

This is where coaching comes in and I will continue coaching and supervision (and consulting/training) well past my retirement from teaching at the university.

I, as your coach provide guidance, support, and practical tools to help you design a fulfilling and purposeful post-career life. Here’s how coaching can make a difference in your next steps.

What can you do in retirement that is cool? Read on!

But to continue my thoughts on retirement, here are some ways to make the most of it:

1. Be adventurous and ready to explore new Interests and passions

Retirement finally provides you the freedom to dive into old and new hobbies, interests, and passions that may have taken a backseat during your career.

A very big transition for you and me: Retirement!

Are you retiring soon? I am semi-retiring at the end of this academic year; that means I will not be working for a university anymore, but will still be a coach, supervisor, trainer and consultant. It means I can order my life in a way I find more amenable to my needs and wants.

Retirement marks a significant life transition for you and for me—one that’s often met with both excitement and apprehension.

For decades, you may have structured your life around work, routines, and other responsibilities.

Change and Transition can use a Coach

Life transitions are both inevitable and challenging. They offer you the potential for growth, but they also require support, guidance, and a strategic approach.

Coaching plays an essential role in helping you not only navigate but excel through these periods of change. With a coach, like me, the fear of the unknown can transform into excitement for the future, providing you with the foundation for a successful and fulfilling transition to the next stage in your life.

How stressed are you? What can you do about it?

There is good stress – contact me for a chat if you disagree.

But there is a time when your stress level tips. Then the stress begins to hurt your body.

What is that bad stress and what can you do about it? What causes it?

Stress: So, tip number one: label your stressors. Know what tips you into the “bad zone”.

Then, when possible, lessen those bad stressors. Do something about it.

For example: when possible, ask for help. It is good for two things – sharing the stress is making it less, but also social interaction lessens stress, in general.

Tip number two is BREATHE- either the 4 x 4 method or the 4 x 7 x 8 one, which I have recently shifted to. Look them up.

Tip number three: look at your expectations and see if they are realistic or are you trying to be/achieve perfection.

Finally, take on myPPFs® activities and be grateful for the PAST, savor the PRESENT moment and look forward to the FUTURE with hope.

Business Coaching, Change, Coaching, Goals, Growth, Plans, Reflection, Success, SupervisionPatricia JehleSeptember 23, 2024Jehle CoachingPPFs, Stress-reduction, stress relief, Trauma, FearComment

Plan after you set a goal with mental contrasting as a tool

To start reaching your goals, you need to put good habits into place.

Set very small steps (see SMART below) and work incrementally. I also use mental contrasting for myself, for my students and my clients.

What is it

: a kind of self-regulation:

A way to swing between goals and obstacles in a way that helps you overcome the obstacles and reach your goals.

Business Coaching, Change, Coaching, Goals, Growth, Plans, Positive Attitude, Success, SupervisionPatricia JehleSeptember 2, 2024Jehle CoachingGoal setting, Plans, Success, habitsComment

Change and Transition - and what is needed to move forward

Whatever the transition, whether small or heavy, we must work through the stages of grief so that we can really function well in life. This means we much actually face the situation, the feelings of anger, disbelief, the deep sadness we might feel, so that we can begin to try and live again. It’s won’t be a linear process, but a back and for of all those emotions. Emotions are good; they are what make us human. We shouldn’t be afraid to cry with our friends who are mourning. In fact, it may encourage them, and even help them feel that we are a “small part” of their grief process. When you have a transition, take your time and feel your feelings when you grieve a loss.

Business Coaching, Change, Coaching, Growth, Plans, Reflection, SupervisionPatricia JehleAugust 26, 2024Jehle Coaching#change, loss, grief, transitionsComment

You still have time for a summer break

Skipping your 2024 vacation because you have too much to do?

It’s now proven that stressed employees cannot produce as well as rested and relaxed employees.

Going on holiday can be a critical management strategy for you as a business leader, especially in today’s “always-on culture”. While it may seem counterintuitive that taking time away from the office can benefit a company, the reality is that strategic downtime can enhance leadership, creativity, and overall organizational success.

What we know and think affect what we do and vice versa

How have you set up your life so that your habits help you to do what you know?

After all we can know what is good for us to eat, for example, and then go to McDonalds several times a month. We can know that exercise is good for us and then sit in front of the computer every evening after work. You get the idea.

Our minds are stronger than we think, though, so, not just what we know but what we think at any given moment can change our emotions and our direction.

From burnout to start-up!

Are you starting a business because you need a new direction after recovering from burnout? Here is a success story:

My client wrote me from out of the blue that he wanted to start a business and that RAV (the Swiss unemployment service) would pay for me to coach him.

So, we started a journey that helped him to look at his product, the market, and even how long he could invest in the enterprise without much financial return before he would need to get back into the regular business market.

The Job Search - is THIS for YOU?

I just ran into a former client who was looking for a better job and could not get past the “Swiss system of hiring”.

She was well qualified and young and energetic, but as a trailing spouse, felt left behind regarding her own career path.

After some CV-checking and somne caching, she found her way and just today I ran into her and it was refreshing to see how well she is doing!

Maybe you need direction, or re-direction in your job search?

OR…

Have you successfully gone through a burnout phase but need to get back to work somehow and feel daunted? A certified coach may help you in this better than a therapist.

Summer 2024 - are you taking a break?

The temptation is to keep on working, or even work while on holiday, BUT it is NOT sustainable, nor is it healthy.

Many of us are tempted to skip our vacation, or at least check out work emails daily (hourly?) while away.

After all, nobody wants 1,000+ emails to go back to work to.

But psychologists have found it vital for our health and well-being to completely “shut down” for a while, even if it’s a 48-hour break from emails, and a change of pace and scenery.

There IS good stress!

Are you stressed? It is normal and CAN be a good thing!

Stress is a normal part of life and without it you really would not get anything done.

Those deadlines (unless there are too many all at once) are actually helpful.

Even having a visitor over can stress you enough to finally pick up and clean a bit.

Stress can also tell you what is important in your life.

What you value can stress you out – this is important to know!

I have a friend who often says, “I don’t care anymore.” But of course, she does.

The stress you have can point to what you care about (often what you care about most). This a good place to start (and end): reflection! What do you value?

Spring Check-in and Check-up

Resilience is what you need to help prevent burnout. It is a key to thriving, even if you are underwater and the to-do list keeps getting longer.

So, what really helps you get up and keep on going when something happens that is a set-back, whether big or small? What makes you resilient?

You’d be surprised.

Let's get productive

Mondays are my days to get organized and productive.

Fridays are the days I plan the following week. Then I try and shut down for the weekend but sometimes I do work on a Saturday. I even gave a presentation yesterday on mentoring, but that was an exception.

This Friday/Monday rhythm of planning and preparation helps me to be more intentional with my tasks and not let my tasks manage me.

How do you stay productive, not doing something that is on the list, but getting really important tasks done – without burning yourself out?

Business Coaching, Coaching, Goals, Plans, Reflection, Success, SupervisionPatricia JehleMarch 18, 2024Jehle Coachingproductive, self-motivationComment

Looking for Something? Looking for help? What do you need? What do you want?

Are you in need of a coach, but wonder if they can really help you?

Or have you had a coach but been disappointed by the price and the results?

Many of you look for a coach when there is some sort of crisis and maybe you are rash in choosing a “package” or adding on after a freebie coach bot…

As usual, “Buyer, be aware!”

What is your need and what do you want to accomplish is the first thing.

How (un)Successful are you?

It’s almost February and maybe you feel great about how the year is shaping up. Maybe your goals have been set and you have reached a first milestone. Maybe you have planned your holidays, shopped the sales for the necessities and are sitting ready for a great Lenten season of listening and reflecting.

Or maybe not…

Business Coaching, Change, Coaching, Goals, Growth, Plans, Positive Attitude, Reflection, Success, SupervisionPatricia JehleJanuary 24, 2024Jehle CoachingSuccess, goalsComment

Doing JOY and taking a BREAK

Taking a break – if Brené Brown can do it, so will I.

It has been a very busy time for me, as I am sure for you! As of now, and until January 22nd, 2024, I am pretty much not available, not for clients, nor for other work. If you reach out to me for dates as of the 22nd or later in 2024, I am very happy to reply, but it may take a day or two (not counting holidays and Sundays) to reply.

I will be doing something special activities and if you want to know, you may also reach out to me. I may even write about it next year.

Until I write again, I wish you much joy this holiday season!

Coaching, Goals, Growth, Plans, Positive Attitude, Reflection, Success, SupervisionPatricia JehleDecember 18, 2023Jehle Coachingtake a break, joy, 2024Comment

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