We live at a time of rapid change, surrounded by new technologies, 'white noise' and constant demands on our time and attention.  However useful some of it can be, it means we have never had less time to think clearly and independently.  

This speed of communication plus a desire to appear decisive combine to prevent us from giving careful consideration to both our problems and  our possibilities.  Given that the quality of everything we decide depends on the quality of the thinking we do first, why don't we give it priority?  Because that is what is going to bring us solutions. And ultimately save us time.

INVESTING TIME TO SAVE TIME

So at these key moments, whether the choice is about taking a new job, appointing a new director or deciding on a relocation;  whether the change is going to be promotion,  retirement or returning to work, choosing to dedicate specific time to thinking through every aspect in an independent, generative space may make an enormous difference to the outcome.

Andy Broadhurst, independent decorator:  "It definitely has worked for me. My life has moved on massively in the last year, that’s come down to me thinking about things in a different way. It’s had a profound effect. I’ve made decisions that I definitely would not have made before. I left a job that I should have left months before.  It has definitely changed my thought patterns, helped me to look at my life in a more realistic way. It’s given me more clarity of thought."

THINKING THROUGH LEADERSHIP

As a leader in any organisation from an SME to a large corporate it is not always possible to discuss openly your thoughts and plans - and doubts - with colleagues.  It is not always safe to do so. And even if you do, you may not be usefully challenged.  Using these sessions to interrogate your deepest thoughts, to test your ideas and to challenge your own assumptions safely and with real clarity will be a vital asset to your leadership, your decision-making, your life.

S. Wallace, Investment Analyst: "I have been through standard coaching but I found the coach to have little real insight and to be quite structured in how they "dealt" with me. The time-to-think session was much more self propelled and ensured I didn’t instinctively place a barrier to an opportunity that might be more suited to me. I also found the session to be about so much more than a career or future role; more like what you as a person - given all of your abilities, experience and desires -can achieve out of life."

OR WORKING ALONE

This applies equally to sole traders and self-employed people, whose solitary style of working often means that you may be caught in a cycle of replication of the same business ideas and patterns.  Using a session to work out new ways of finding clients, expanding services or breaking through barriers caused by assumptions might be all the investment you need to make this year.

Amanda H, Journalist:  "I found my sessions with Ruth invaluable in helping me to focus on where I was going and how I might get there. Rather than telling me what to do, she allowed me to work it out for myself: to stumble through the thickets of 'should do' and 'would do' to find a clearer path to the future.  I thoroughly recommend Ruth to anyone thinking of re-evaluating their career."    

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Where? 

The meeting place is in Old Court Place, Kensington Church St, London. 

How Long?

Thinking sessions are 1.30hrs. 

Telephone thinking/ coaching sessions are also possible, after our first meeting.

How Much?

Fees are scaled according to age and employment status, and will be discussed on the phone or in email enquiry.  Fees are fair and competitive. 

How Often?

While one thinking session will often produce dynamic new thinking and plans,  it is highly effective to work together over a period of time (ideally 3 sessions) in order to achieve specific outcomes.

Free taster call to find out more: 07776242005

Please contact me at this number.  We will either book a time to speak soon, or talk immediately if that suits both of us. 

This 20-minute call gives you the opportunity to describe your situation / what it is you'd like to achieve, and to ask me any questions that come to mind. 

Above all to decide if you believe that we can work well together.