Goal Watchers

Voucher Scheme 2012

2012-01-24T09:54:00.000-08:00

Did you know that the Voucher Scheme has been updated for 2012?

Now you will received a loyalty card which I'll sign off every meeting that you attend. After just 5 meetings your card will be signed off and you'll be able to redeem it against the offers listed on the Voucher Scheme page. Watch out though as it will only be valid for a month so do make sure that you use it!

There will be more offers to come as the year progresses and if there is something you'd particularly like an offer for then do let me know. Remember that this is your reward for working towards your goal or could be used to help you achieve it.

Review and Renew

2011-12-22T07:13:00.000-08:00

Our Goal Watchers group continues every Tuesday evening at 8pm.

We had our review party on 20th December were we celebrated the successes of 2011 and identified the areas that might have been better (well you have to be honest don't you?!) In all 2011 was given a rating of 8/10 so we were pretty pleased! Now we are looking forward to getting together on the 3rd January to decide what 2012 can mean for us and which goals we'd like to work on.

If you'd like to meet with others and ensure regular work on your goals then join us, call me on 01908 368607 or email

Christmas is Getting Closer!

2011-11-19T03:54:00.000-08:00

As the countdown to Christmas continues I am further ahead of the game than normal I'm pleased to say. (Mind you I normally ban all Christmas preparation until December but that' easy as I don't have much entertaining and preparation to do)

For some it is essential to start planning early especially if space is needed for visiting relatives and friends. With this in mind I have teamed up again with Judith Morris of Organised Chaos to launch a support package via facebook for those who need to 'Make Space for Christmas'. We are covering as many topics as possible between now and then for the bargain price of £10 whenever you join. So the earlier you sign up the longer you get the benefit!

We'll be sharing tips and tricks on how to make space, reminders on where you may need space and tools to help you get organised and work out what is right for you.

So if you are looking for the support during this busy period why not sign up now?

Share with us the problems you face and we'll have fun looking for solutions together!

Being a Star!

2011-11-08T11:07:00.000-08:00

That's the title for tonights Goal Watchers exercise. The plan is to use the next 6 weeks leading up to you feeling like a complete star and then we'll spend the week before Christmas celebrating!

So join us in just under an hour if you'd like to really focus over the coming weeks. If you can't make it tonight but would like to take part any way then email me and we'll sort something out for you.

Building Your Confidence

2011-09-04T08:42:00.000-07:00

It's not often that I give advance notice of the topic that we'll cover at Goal Watchers but this week I thought I would. Confidence can be aided by looking at the things that we already know we do well and this Tuesday we are going to make a start by doing this.

So often I have noticed that those I work with (and lots of others) are great at concentrating on the things that they can't do, the skills that they don't have but find it really difficult to acknowledge what they are good at. Especially the things that they are REALLY good at.

So if you would like to give yourself a confidence boost, join us on Tuesday 8-9pm!

The things we do for a good cause!

2011-07-18T09:12:00.001-07:00

Having stayed awake on Saturday and then walked 10 miles I'm now drawn to reflect on the things we'll do for a good cause! As I hobble round feeling every one of my years I'm proud to have taken part and to have been able to raise just a fraction of the expected £130,000 for Willen Hospice.

Isn't it amazing that approx 1700 women all turned out to take part and that doesn't include the volunteers who manned rest stops, sat in the cold at marshalling points to ensure our safety and cheer us on and all the others who made the event possible. That seems amazing in itself but when you consider that events like this are taking place all the time...well we human beings aren't all that bad really are we?!

Ooops! Apologies to Monkey, Florence Moo and all the other animals who take part and do their bit!

I'm sure when it comes down to it we all have many different reasons for taking part, be it in memory of someone we love, to contribute to a worthy cause, to face the challenge and beat it or for the joy of the community spirit and taking part. Whatever it is we get up there and do it and long may it be that way.

If you are interested in raising money and taking on a physical challenge and you don't want to wait for next years Midnight Moo, or for the gentlemen who can't take part in this particular challenge, take a look at the Climb Your Mountain website. If you can't find a challenge here to suit you I'll be very surprised!

Will I be taking part in next year's event....I'll decide when I can walk again!

Remembrance Day

2011-07-13T01:33:00.000-07:00

Yes I know it it too early in the year for the official Remembrance Day. Last night though we had a session where we remembered all the tools that had helped us that we had stopped using.

This followed on from one of my 'DOH!' moments. In tidying my desk I came across one of the tools I developed in the early days of my coaching that worked really well for me. As I gazed at the spare copy of the Goal Journal I started wondering why I'd stopped using it. After all it worked really well for me.

Then I realised that it was the same with the Michael Neill audio that I was listening to (Effortless Success). I've started playing that again as I work as Mike has been listening to it in the car. Michael Neill has always inspired me and I'm loving listening to him again.

All this got me to wondering about what other things that I know work for me and I've stopped doing. I started my list and then shared my observations with the Goal Watchers last night. Everyone drew up their own list (and I added to mine!) then we shared our observations.

There was a general consensus that it was pretty frustrating to have forgotten the things that had helped us so much but also a feeling almost of relief that there were things we could do to improve our situations that we KNEW would work for us.

With our lists to hand and our plans outlined for the week ahead we then took a few moments out with the man himself, Michael Neill , to ponder what it might be like to have 'An Average Day'. It's a great concept and if it's not one you've come across before it can be found in Michael's Effortless Success CDs.

So all that remains is to wish you all an Average Day and remind you that the chances are you already have the tools you need to help with any hiccups along the way.

A 25 Year Plan!

2011-06-29T02:46:00.000-07:00

At first thought to me that is a massive task and extremely overwhelming but...last night during our Goal Watchers session that is just what we did. The session is only an hour long and we also had time for a catch-up and to review the Wheel of Life so how did we fit it all in and how did we come to be doing it in the first place?

Let's answer the last question first.

As we went through the general discussion part of the session it transpired that one of our members had realised that her mother (now in her 80's) is fit, active and in a position now to do whatever she wants. With that the realisation came that there's still plenty of time (25 years) for her to do all the things she would like to do but that the last 25 went so quickly that she's determined to make sure that she gets the most out of her time going forward. So it seemed that making a plan for the next 25 years might be a good idea.

To make it a little less daunting what we did was to look at 25 things that we wanted to happen over the next 25 years and then give each one a year in which it was to be completed, or completed by. It was an interesting exercise and one that I joined in with (resulting in us going slightly over time!).

My learning was to realise that the first 20 were quite easy, there were several themes for my wish list and as I came to put years to some of them I realised I didn't actually want to wait to make them happen. However, by thinking that I'm only trying to achieve one a year it takes the pressure off. Some of the things on the list were very small and some large (or would take a fair bit of cash!) and part way through I renamed it my 'selfish list'. I gave myself the permission to list the things I wanted just for me. Very liberating it was as well.

The exercise probably took us about half an hour so it's something that you could do in a lunch break if you wanted to give it a try. If you do I'd love to hear how you get on and do drop by and let me know when you've achieved them.

Here's to making the most of the next 25 years!

New Supplier Announcement

2011-06-02T02:00:00.000-07:00

It's good news time again, we have another supplier added to the voucher scheme.

Have offered two hours for the price of one on your first booking to have your garden tidied, weeded, mowed, pruned, cleared etc.

Jane takes on all sorts of work that you might not want to do yourself. In fact that is exactly what Jane wants to do with her service leaving you with only jobs that you enjoy. All rubbish will be cleared on the day. Give her a call on 0845 003 9163 to find out more.

It's that time again!

2011-05-31T09:33:00.000-07:00

Yes the week seems to go even quicker when there's a Bank Holiday Monday in it!

So it's that time again and what will we be looking at this week...? I thought we'd have some fun looking at different ways of wording our goals before we go on to decide what actions we are going to take in the week ahead.

Are you ready? Want to join us? Give me a call on 01908 368607

Eating Frogs

2011-05-31T04:41:00.000-07:00

At Goal Watchers we often talk about Brian Tracy's Eat That Frog and use his advice to help us past those horrible tasks that we really don't want to do.

Last week my great coach in The Netherlands, Jacinta, sent me this great link

I hope you enjoy it.

What 'Blob' am I?

2011-05-04T02:05:00.000-07:00

Strange title heh? Well last night I introduced the Goal Watchers to the wonderful world of Pip Wilson. Pip has created these wondful cartoon characters 'Blobs' and provides pictures showing lots of different characters. These are used in many ways, by teachers, counsellors and (you guessed it) life coaches.

Last night we used the Blob Tree picture. With the goal or area of life that each person was working on held in mind the first step was to identify the character who represented where each of us felt that we are at the moment and the character that we wanted to be.

For some it was easier to start with the 'Blob' we wanted to be and then work out where we are now. This stage took a rather surprisingly long time and was punctuated by sounds of delight as new characters were found, new faces interpreted and some rather amazing realisations were made. How did all this happen? Simply by looking at this amazing picture.

The next step was to work a 'Blob' path between where we are now and where we want to be. The sharing around this process was very helpful as we realised that there could be a 'snakes and ladders' approach. We may need to go down to the ground to be able to climb the tree to the place that we wanted to be. It was also noted that not everyone wanted to be 'at the top of the tree' and we all interpreted each character just slightly differently.

We had so much fun and there was so much learning from working with the Blob Tree last night that we've decided to use another blob picture for next week's session. Now I just have the job of choosing which one we'll work with!

If you'd like to find out for yourself what it's all about then give me a call and join us next Tuesday evening!

New Session - daytime!

2011-04-06T04:35:00.000-07:00

Our Tuesday evening sessions are full now so I'm looking to start an afternoon group. If you'd be interested in joining us and regularly working towards your goals call me on 01908 368607.

If Only I Had More Time!

2011-04-06T01:56:00.001-07:00

I've been hearing this a lot recently, particularly during Goal Watchers so we have spent the last couple of weeks looking at time from different perspectives.

It appears that last week was just the warm up! Yes everyone was thinking hard and we found that there were different views on time and how we feel about it. Last night though I seem to have really hit gold. We had a very rare occurrence, a quiet room. What were we thinking about - time boundaries.

So if you are struggling to find enough hours in the day and are feeling brave enough then you may want to have a think about the following few questions:

What time boundaries do you currently have in your life?
Who breaks them?
How would life be if all your life had time boundaries?

We're taking a short break from 'Time' next week, if you'd like to join us next Tuesday night then give me a call or drop me a line we'd love to see you.

Latest Addition to the Voucher Scheme

2011-03-11T03:54:00.000-08:00

In my continued effort to bring you a wide range of goods and services to spend your Goal Watchers vouchers on I am delighted to be able to announce that we have a new supplier!

Louise Bell, local Phonenix Cards Trader, is very kindly offering a discount of 15% off orders placed on production of the Goal Watchers voucher.

For those who have been stock piling their vouchers perhaps this is the one you have been waiting for?

See the Voucher Scheme page for full details.

Back after the Break!

2011-02-21T09:54:00.000-08:00

Well as the schools break for a week so Goal Watchers returns!

Watch out everyone I've had a weeks holiday so who knows what's coming next. Rather valiantly the team elected to receive an exercise by email so that they could continue working towards their goals while I 'sunned' myself in the Yorkshire Dales.

Tomorrow I'll find out whether or not they carried out their good intentions or if they went out and had some fun without me!

So what have I got up my sleeve for them this week? Having had the benefit of a rest do I think they should have the same....

Pyramids to......

2011-02-08T10:51:00.000-08:00

No I'm not telling you what tonight's activity is. It'll be a surprise but I have had a request for a lively session so that's what you get!

Hope everyone had fun building their pyramids this week. Wondering how many are built. I guess we'll find out soon.

New Year Support

2010-12-30T02:37:00.000-08:00

It's great to see so many people already thinking about their New Year Resolutions. Thinking about what they want from the year ahead and, importantly, what their part in making it happen is going to be. It seems that everyone is feeling really positive about 2011 and it's great to see.

With all this planning now is a good time to start thinking about what support you need and (sorry if this may seem a little bit negative) the things that may go wrong and the problems that you may face. Having support planned is a vital part of ensuring that everything goes according to plan.

The more you can be honest with yourself and predict the little hiccups you may face then the more likely you are to be prepared for them, to be ready to prevent them from getting in your way. Grab a pen and paper now and start listing the barriers that you may come up against. Don't forget to add yourself in there (lets face it your determination may well waiver, you are only human!)

When you've listed them all you can start thinking about the things that you can do to avoid them becoming reality. Do you need reminders hidden in the fridge and cupboards? Would getting rid of all the ash trays help? Do you need a support buddy?

Buddies can be a great help but take care to set up the arrangement in the best way to suit you. Through my work I've realised that the support needed can vary greatly. You may find it really helpful to have someone to be accountable to, to report in to on a regular basis alternatively this type of support may drive you mad and push you to give up all the sooner just for the peace and quiet. So the support you may need might be to meet up with others who are working on their resolutions and take positive actions but without the pressure to report in. You may prefer the support of friends and family or it may be easier for you to work with a group of strangers. Take the time to think about what support YOU need and then make sure it is in place to make 2011 your best year yet.

If you would like some help working out what support you need then please give me a call on 01908 368607 for a free support options coaching session.

Have a great Year everyone!

Change of Night

2010-12-03T10:14:00.000-08:00

We now meet on Tuesday nights. Same time and place.

Just goes to show the original was best!

Christmas Lists PS

2010-11-04T06:57:00.000-07:00

Just thought I should let you know that having had flowers on my 'Christmas List' and realised I could go out and get my own I've now had this lovely addition courtesy of Women and Work.

I've spent the last four Thursday mornings in the company of some lovely ladies who are looking to get back to work or start their own businesses and we have been looking at networking skills and becoming more confident in talking to strangers. Today was our last session and I was very kindly given these beautiful flowers.

What a happy co-incidence!

If you happen to be in business in Milton Keynes and have vacancies could you please let Women and Work know as they have some great ladies there who are very keen to work and are pushing their own boundaries to help themselves to get there.

Christmas Lists Complete Now

2010-11-02T10:15:00.001-07:00

Well it's a shame you couldn't join us last night. As usual we had great fun and still managed to get lots done.

I'm not going to give the whole game away but I will share some of the exercise with you:
- We started by making a list of all the things we'd like to have from small little stocking fillers to the big impossible seeming gifts working on the basis that Father Christmas is a bit of a miracle worker and could deliver absolutely anything that we wanted. This was easier for some than others, we took a trip window shopping in our minds and indulged in a bit of fantasy.
- That done we looked at some of the bigger things on the list to see if they could be broken down into smaller items.
- The next step was to think about how we could get each item on the list. Could we ask for them as presents? Could we provide them for ourselves?

By this time some of the group were already realising that maybe they could have some of the things now. It was certainly the case for me. I was thinking that I'd like to have some flowers and as I gazed through the parting in the curtains I realised that we still have roses flowering in the garden and I could actually just go out and get some from the garden.

So off I went today and now have these lovely flowers on my desk!

I'll not take you through the rest of the exercise as it will spoil the fun for those coming on the Going for Gold workshop on the 12th. If you'd like to finish it off though drop me an email and I'll send you a copy or join us for the workshop

Email me now on changes@clarewildmancoaching.co.uk

Christmas List Fun

2010-11-01T10:40:00.000-07:00

Tonight at Goal Watchers we'll be looking at our Christmas lists....sound interesting? Well you can either:
a) give me a call and join us tonight
or
b) come back tomorrow and see what we got up to

I'm hoping you'll choose a) as it will be so much more fun to see you. We meet in West Bletchley at 8pm and you can contact me on 01908 368607

See you soon?

Clare

New Supplier for the Voucher Scheme

2010-10-14T05:05:00.000-07:00

What a great offer this is! Arcana Group of Salons are offering Goal Watchers the chance to redeem their vouchers for 20% off hair treatments or buy one get one free on all beauty treatments (must be redeemed same day, same visit but can be shared with a friend).

So you either get a double treat for yourself or you get really popular by treating your friend.

Check out the wonderful treatments available now at www.arcanasalon.co.uk

Happy 1st Birthday!

2010-09-16T07:48:00.000-07:00

Yes a year ago on Monday Goal Watchers launched. Ok so it was the re-launch officially but this is the date that I consider to be the real start. Since then we've changed venue a couple of times, had people join and leave but most of all we've worked towards our goals, rebalanced our lives and had a HUGE amount of fun at the same time.

On Monday we'll be having a special celebration (well we'll be having chocolate cake!) and the current members hope to be joined by those who have been before. To me it feels like a great event and I'd love to be able to celebrate by announcing some more suppliers for the awards scheme, suppliers where are you?

Hoping to have some pictures I can share on Tuesday next week.

If you'd like to find out more about joining us at Goal Watchers or if you are a supplier wanting to take part in the voucher scheme then give me a call on 01908 368607.

September Spring into Action

2010-09-07T08:03:00.000-07:00

Our Goal Watchers are now starting a spring into action for September! We're taking a slightly different approach to normal over the next couple of weeks. Each member has been asked to set a goal they'd like to achieve in September and each week we'll be making sure that everyone moves one step closer to achieving it.

If you'd like to join us don't worry about the fact that you've missed the first week just let me know you'd like to take part and I'll send you a couple of tasks to help bring you up to date. Before joining us on the 13th September you'll need to be able to complete this statement:

It is now 4th November and ............ (describe the outcome of your completed goal).

For example:

It is now 4th November and I weigh 10 stone.
It is now 4th November and I have 5 new clients
It is now 4th November and I have taken part in 4 new activities

Get the idea? To take part every week and to be able to share and celebrate with us on the 4th November will cost just £25 in total. Go on email me at goals@clarewildmancoaching.co.uk to get your catch up emails so you can join us next Monday evening, it'll be great to see you there!

Guest - Judith Morris of Organised Chaos

2010-08-10T01:11:00.000-07:00

Clare and I met some months back at a business networking event and immediately realised we were on the same wavelength. My business ‘Organised Chaos’ is all about helping people get organised and part with their clutter. Basically Clare is helping people to de-clutter their heads so they can lead more fulfilling lives and ultimately realise their dreams.

People I meet often fail to make the connection between physical clutter (call it untidiness in the extreme, if you prefer) and what goes on in the mind. When I started de-cluttering in 2007 I was already aware of this link. The more work I do, the more convinced I am that the two aspects are inseparable.

This is why Clare and I are able to work together. We are coming at the same problem from different angles. When Clare is coaching her clients she is in a way breaking down barriers, ultimately, this could lead her clients to some physical de-cluttering. Equally, when I help people work through their physical clutter there is inevitably some connection with their emotions and long-held beliefs. By sorting unwanted or surplus belongings and applying rational judgements it enables many clients to come to terms with the past and move on.

I’m excited to be working with Clare, because I know that jointly we can touch more lives and be the catalyst for more positive change. Helping others is what motivates us both – so watch this space!

If you’re interested in finding out more about ‘Organised Chaos’, and how I work with clients, please take a look at my website where you can sign up for my free newsletter, for hints and tips straight to your inbox. Why not take a look at my own blog? “Organised thoughts from a clutter-free mind” is a more chatty exploration of my attitude to life and being organised!

Move to MONDAYS!

2010-05-06T06:08:00.000-07:00

From 10th May Goal Watchers will now be meeting on a Monday night. The time remains unchanged (8 to 9 pm).

It's a small change but one that is exciting to me. I love the fact that we will start the week off with a meeting. We'll be getting positive, focussed and ready for whatever else the week may bring.

We are currently holding our meetings in West Bletchley and it would be wonderful if anyone would like to join us. Just give me a call on 01908 368607 or email goals@clarewildmancoaching.co.uk

It's all about change

2010-04-19T08:30:00.001-07:00

Well it is isn't it?

We'll be coming together again on Tuesday 20th April at 8pm to see what change has taken place since the last meeting and to decide what actions need to be taken before the next meeting.

By attending weekly meetings and taking action each week in between Goal Watchers find that they make rapid progress towards the changes they would like to see. Some weeks it's about little small steps and others it may be about taking a huge leap either way we know that when we look back at our progress we're almost always surprised.

I'm looking forward to seeing everyone again on Tuesday and it would be great if anyone new would like to join. If you would send an email to goals@clarewildmancoaching.co.uk and I'll send you directions.

Just £5 to register and £5 per week. After every 8 meetings you attend you'll receive a reward voucher for use with our supportive local businesses.

Back after the break!

2010-04-12T04:00:00.000-07:00

Easter has been and gone already and I'm really looking forward to Goal Watchers tomorrow to find out how everyone is and what their plans will be for the week ahead. Spring is a great time for moving forward with renewed energy and fun and that's just what we'll be doing tonight.

If you'd like to join us at 8pm just drop me an email to goals@clarewildmancoaching.co.uk for directions.

Planning for Spontaneity

2010-03-31T05:42:00.000-07:00

Each week the Goal Watchers start our sessions by looking at the Wheel of Life. In the first week they pick the eight areas that are most important to them in their life. They then think about what it would be like for each area to be absolutely perfect and score (out of ten) where they are at at that exact moment in time. This gives them a snap shot each week and we can monitor how life is changing for them week to week.

A couple of weeks ago we were intrigued to find that one of the members has chosen spontaneity as one of the areas she is monitoring. We think it's a great thing to want more of in life but we've all been intrigued and amused at the thought that she's planning for more of it. Despite the fun we've had laughing about it she is proving to us that it is possible and she's having so much fun with it.

For the last couple of weeks we've been looking back to the very first measures that were taken and the amazement that has been shared over the huge changes that have been experienced. It's such an important part of our time together to look back for a moment or two and see what has happened and when we can share results like that it is very special.

A HUGE congratulations to the Goal Watchers for the progress that they are making and I look forward to sharing more and more with you each week.

Next Meeting

2010-03-15T05:30:00.000-07:00

Next meeting is 8pm Tuesday 16th March.

Would you like to join us? Give me a call on 01908 368607 or email goals@clarewildmancoaching.co.uk

I'd love it if you can join us.

Do you know what your Goals are for 2010?

2009-12-30T08:44:00.000-08:00

Going for Gold
in Milton Keynes

Are you determined to make sure that 2010 is your best year yet?
Are you making the same New Year Resolution as you did in 2009?
What is it that you really want?

Clare Wildman Coaching is running workshops in Milton Keynes to help you find out what it is that YOU really want from 2010. For more information click here.

Inspired to make FREE offer

2009-11-25T01:38:00.000-08:00

I was so inspired by the idea of World Kindness Day that I don't want it to end there! I like to think of myself as a kind and caring person and hope that I find many ways to show kindness each day. However this has got me thinking and I have decided that I'd like to make a monthly kindness offer.

So for December I'm offering one person a package of 4 coaching sessions completely free of charge. What do you have to do to claim this offer? Simply email me on goals@clarewildmancoaching.co.uk and let me know why you think you should receive these FREE coaching sessions. To qualify you will need to commit to one coaching session each week in December either in person or by phone. Get your emails in quickly as I'll be closing entries for this months offer at midnight on the 29th November.

I hope to be working with you soon!

Friday 13th November 2009 - Lucky for Some!

2009-11-12T01:13:00.000-08:00

I found out yesterday that this Friday (that's tomorrow) 13th November is the second World Kindness day. What a fantastic idea and it means that it will be a lucky day for some.

It's late notice I know but in the spirit of the day I am offering 6 free life coaching sessions for anyone who would like help moving forward towards their goals, managing the changes in their life or would simply like to see what coaching is all about.

You can book your session online at http://my.timedriver.com/29RYJ. The system is setup for face to face sessions but please let me know if you would need a phone session.

All sessions are completely confidential and offered with no obligation what so ever - just kindness.

Tonight's Meeting

2009-11-10T01:38:00.000-08:00

I'm really looking forward to tonight's meeting. Not only do I get to issue the first of the reward vouchers (just checked that they are with my things ready to go) but we also have our first guest speaker.

I have been working with Gareth Snelson for over a year now as my personal trainer and have loved his approach to exercise and fitness. It's so reasonable. None of this 'you must work longer and harder' stuff and definitely no shouting.

Tonight Gareth will be introducing our Goal Watchers members to MAT - the muscle activation technique and I'm waiting to see what they make of it. To me it's like magic.

If you'd like to find out more why not join us tonight 8pm at Oakgrove Leisure Centre. Just send me an email on goals@clarewildmancoaching.co.uk

Who's in Your Team?

2009-11-04T05:33:00.000-08:00

This week we looked at the subject of getting help towards our goals and recognised who is in our success teams. This is a topic that I discovered when working on 'Creating the Impossible' with Michael Neill and I saw for myself the huge benefits that members of the forum gained when they reached out and asked others for help.

In the audio Michael tells two great stories. My favourite is about his daughter and about how much help she needs. She can't feed herself, can't drive and can hardly dress herself. In fact she needs her parents to help her with just about everything. He goes on to point out that he's been told to cut her some slack as she's only four. (Michael tells the story so much better than I can!)

I loved this story as it highlighted the fact that it's ok for children to need help but that somewhere along the line it can become unacceptable for us, as adults, not to be able to do everything for ourselves.

Being highly independent myself I'm still working on this one and I'll be working out what roles would be in my ideal success team and who I would like to fill them. I know that I have been lucky to add many more people to my team over the last couple of years and thankfully many of them have contributed knowingly, with generosity and have given me the opportunity to reciprocate. It's made my life so much easier and much, much more fun!

Guest Speaker - 10th November

2009-11-04T05:12:00.000-08:00

Next Tuesday will be a great week to join us as we will have Gareth Snelson with us. Gareth, our first guest speaker, will be introducing us to the Muscle Activation Technique which he uses with his personal training clients to bring them extra benefits.

Gareth is planning to do some demonstrations with members of the group so if you'd like to give it a try why not come along on Tuesday at 8pm to find out what is is all about.

The Pyramids Come to Milton Keynes

2009-10-28T11:54:00.000-07:00

Sounds exciting? I'm afraid there was no sand or sun involved (maybe next week....)

However, we did use pyramids to break down tasks and make them easier to do and more motivating. By creating bricks with individual actions in them we made a pyramid that will be built as the task gets completed.

For example:
If my task was to make a cup of coffee I would need to do the following:
- Fill the kettle
- Switch it on
- Take a mug out of the cupboard
- Get the coffee jar
- Put a spoon of coffee in the mug
- Pour boiling water into the mug
- Stir

My pyramid would now be built of 7 brick with one task written on each brick. As each task is completed it is crossed out or, even better, coloured in. As each brick is coloured in the pyramid is built.

This method works well for people who are motivated by ticking off tasks on a list and like to see their work in picture form. It can be particularly helpful for those really big tasks that take weeks or months to complete as you will be able to see the progress that you are making towards completion.

Want to know more? You should have joined us at Goal Watchers then! I'm only joking. In all seriousness if you would like to know more please email goals@clarewildmancoaching.co.uk and I'll send you a template and some tips on how to go about creating your own pyramid.

In the coming weeks we'll be covering other tips on how to make your goal more manageable, how to manage your time, increasing your self-awareness and many more.

On the 10th November we'll be joined by our first guest speaker, Gareth Snelson who will be introducing us to the Muscle Activation Technique and the benefits it can have for our overall fitness.

Our longest serving members will also be receiving their first reward vouchers with their second being due early in the New Year, just in time to give their resolutions a boost!

First Guest Speaker

2009-10-26T01:12:00.000-07:00

On Tuesday 10th of November we have our first guest speaker.

Gareth Snelson is a Personal Trainer who specialises in the use of the Muscle Activation Technique. Come along on the 10th to find out what that is and how it can help.

I have been working with Gareth for about 18 months now and never cease to be amazed at how such little effort on my part can so quickly effect my strength. Please join us to find out more for yourself.

It's Tuesday Already!

2009-10-13T00:58:00.001-07:00

Where on earth has the week gone? That's ok I'm ready and prepared for tonights meeting and have time to update my progress on Clare's Goal

Looking forward to finding out how everyone is getting on and hoping to welcome new members to the group.

Meeting again tonight

2009-10-06T01:28:00.000-07:00

Looking forward to seeing you all and hoping to see some new faces in the crowd.

I'm looking forward to finding out what progress you have made, being able to share a little about what is going on for me and looking at more ways of reaching our goals.

See you tonight I hope!

Second Meeting

2009-09-29T10:40:00.000-07:00

Hi all

After last weeks great turn out I'm really looking forward to tonight. From now on we get the fun of finding out how everyone is getting on, what progress they have made and what they have learnt about their goal.

I've just updated the voucher scheme with two more local companies and their great offers. Keep watching there's sure to be more.

Time for me to make sure I've got everything ready. See you soon!

Launch Meeting

2009-09-23T04:20:00.000-07:00

Thanks to everyone who came along to the meeting last night. It was great to see you all there and to begin the process of moving forward towards your goal.

I'm already looking forward to next week. This is when the fun really starts as we look at what we have achieved and build on that success to move on again. Add to that the fact that as the weeks go by we'll be getting to know each other and will be benefiting more and more from the support that we can share.

See you on the 29th and if you didn't join us last night why not come along next week?

LAUNCH tonight!

2009-09-22T01:54:00.000-07:00

Looking forward to seeing everyone at Oakgrove Leisure centre tonight. Just a few places left for anyone interested in joining us.

Hope you are all ready to work and have some fun!

Launch Meeting Tomorrow

2009-09-21T02:53:00.000-07:00

There's still time to register for both FREE Goal Watchers sessions. The first is tomorrow evening at 8pm and the second on the 29th at the same time.

We now have a great range of services available for the voucher scheme for members and are hoping to add more by the time the first vouchers will be issued.

I'm also arranging a special offer for those who attend on both the 22nd and 29th September as a special thank you for joining us for the first sessions. Watch this space for more information.

Register now and join us on Facebook

2009-09-01T09:59:00.001-07:00

Just to let you know that there are still some places left for our first FREE session on the 22nd September. You can register by joining the group on Facebook or by emailing goals@clarewildmancoaching.co.uk

I am currently in the process of putting together a little something for those who attend our first two sessions. So not only will you have been able to come along and try out our meetings free but you'll get a gift as well (not it's not Christmas yet!). The only condition - you have to come to both meetings. See you there!

I am pleased to announce that we now have our first local business signed up for the Goal Watchers Voucher Scheme. From October 2009 for every eight Goal Watchers sessions that you attend you will be issued with a voucher that you can use with one of the listed suppliers. Our first Re-juvenation is offering a massive 50% discount off a Swedish back, shoulder and neck massage. Watch here to see more new suppliers added soon.

Oakgrove Leisure Centre

2009-08-26T06:56:00.000-07:00

I'll be taking part in the open day at Oakgrove Leisure Centre this Saturday 29th August. It looks to be a fun filled family day with all activities being provided free of charge.

If you have ever wondered what a life coach does or what they can do for you then come along and see me on the day. I'll have some activities that you can try that will help you to assess where you are at the moment in terms of achieving your goals in life.

It will also be a great chance to sign up for your free Goal Watchers sessions on the 22nd and 29th September.

Do come and say hi I'll be looking forward to seeing you there!

Clare

Fenny Poppers

2009-08-24T02:14:00.000-07:00

What a great day out! The weather was fantastic (well I nearly melted)and there were so many people there. I hope everyone had a great time, it looked like you did!

Out and About

2009-08-21T04:05:00.001-07:00

Well I'm off out and about this month.

Sunday 23rd August I'll be in Fenny Stratford for the Fenny Poppers, 11am to 6pm
Saturday 29th August there's an open day at Oakgrove Leisure Centre 10am to 4pm

Both are going to be great fun, family events and I'm really looking forward to being part of them.

So....if you fancy a fun day out and want to take the opportunity to find out what Life Coaches actually do.....come along and say hi!

Need a little support in achieving your goals

2009-07-27T04:36:00.000-07:00

For anyone who needs some support in achieving their goals I now offer two methods other than one to one coaching.

GOAL BOOSTER
Do you know what you need to do....and then don't do it?
Do you take action if you have told someone else what you will but not if you are the only one in the know?
Do you need someone to tell?

For just £1 per day you can give your goal a boost, have someone to be accountable to and have a qualified life coach give you feedback and support.

GOAL JOURNAL
Does telling someone else what you plan to do and being held accountable make you do NOTHING?
If so keep your own records of your intentions and actions and be accountable to yourself using a daily journal.

Formatted to record your successes and to keep you focussed on your goals without the need to involve anyone else.

To find out more call Clare on 01908 368607 or email changes@clarewildmancoaching.co.uk

FREE GOAL WATCHERS SESSIONS

2009-07-23T08:16:00.000-07:00

Goal Watchers is a new club coming to Milton Keynes in September. This will be a club where you will be helped to work on the actions necessary to achieve your goal and will be able to work on it in complete confidence.

This means that some people may be working to achieve their target weight, their fitness goals, changing career, building their business and so on.... everyone can work in the same environment without it having to be working on the same thing.

The sessions will be run by Clare Wildman, a qualified Life Coach.

To let you see for yourself how the sessions work Clare is offering the first two weeks free of charge if you pre-register your attendance, a total saving of £10 per person.

To register for your free weeks email Clare Wildman Coaching now.

For more information call Clare on 01908 368607