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The complexity of (leader's) personality
Despite such great progress in personality theory and testing (e.g. Big Five, HEXACO), it is unfortunate that we are still using...
Povilas Godliauskas
Jun 21, 20202 min read


What is the relationship between coaching and education?
Many people think a coach is a trainer whose job is to teach something (e.g., programming). Others think of a coach as a consultant who...
Povilas Godliauskas
Jun 18, 20202 min read


Feeling lonely? You might be cold!
If you are single and feel lonely, turn up the heat in the room or put on warmer clothes before you go on a Tinder rampage. 🔥 As it...
Povilas Godliauskas
Jun 5, 20201 min read


How to find your voice and experience more authenticity?
Recently, I had a dream where I was being chased. However, there was a twist: I was in someone else's body. 😵 Upon reflection, I...
Povilas Godliauskas
Jun 3, 20201 min read


How to boost your self-esteem?
What is low self-esteem? In my eyes, this is disrespect or dislike of oneself and often of others. Research shows that to strengthen...
Povilas Godliauskas
Jun 2, 20201 min read


When nothing goes right, go left!
Remember: If something is not working anymore, just stop doing it and try something else! A close person of mine was fired from her job...
Povilas Godliauskas
Jun 1, 20201 min read


Dealing with chronic health issues
In the past year or so, I have been struggling with chronic health issues. ☁️ It's nothing serious: regular colds, some throat issues,...
Povilas Godliauskas
May 28, 20202 min read

No time or money for external coaching? Become your own coach!
Several weeks ago, I did an experiment: I went for a walk in the park and coached myself for an hour. This way, I wanted to make sure if...
Povilas Godliauskas
May 26, 20201 min read


Why should managers care about their employees' sleep?
Managers, do you care about the sleep quality of your employees? 💤 A recent study showed that employer’s care has a double effect:...
Povilas Godliauskas
May 15, 20201 min read


Choosing your 'healer': psychiatrist, psychologist, therapist, or coach?
People often wonder whether they should go to a psychiatrist, psychologist, therapist, or coach in order to improve the quality of their...
Povilas Godliauskas
May 11, 20203 min read


How to deal with social panic?
Most people panic when they lose a sense of control. Panic, in turn, causes stress, which accordingly weakens the immunity system and...
Povilas Godliauskas
May 1, 20201 min read


Do you need a professional coach?
You know, proper coaching is tough. 💪 First, it requires a growth-mindset (not everyone is excited about changing their habits and...
Povilas Godliauskas
Nov 1, 20191 min read


Coaching is the key to effective annual interviews
While more and more often annual interviews are being abandoned, let's face it, it's still very popular in many larger business...
Povilas Godliauskas
Oct 3, 20192 min read


How meaningful is positive psychology? (cover letter)
Below I am sharing the cover letter that got me into the Applied Positive Psychology and Coaching Psychology master’s program at the...
Povilas Godliauskas
Jun 4, 20193 min read


What are the qualities of empowering leaders?
Clients often come to me with career issues and eventually start talking about relationships, health, etc. Why? Because all areas of life...
Povilas Godliauskas
Sep 20, 20181 min read


What is the relationship between leadership, depression, and fall?
Research shows: 1. Seasonal depression is more likely to occur in fall [1] 2. High-level executives have a harder time recovering from...
Povilas Godliauskas
Sep 4, 20181 min read


Why is meditation important for managers?
Today, few doubt the impact of meditation on leadership effectiveness. Managers who meditate regularly enjoy [1]: ➡️ Better concentration...
Povilas Godliauskas
Aug 28, 20181 min read


Why are you and your employees burning out?
A Gallup survey claims that 23% of employees feel more likely to be burned out than not [1]. 😯 It means, more or less, for every fourth...
Povilas Godliauskas
Aug 21, 20181 min read


How to protect yourself from the harmful effects of stress?
Stress management isn't about using breathing or relaxation techniques when you're feeling anxious. While this is important, the point...
Povilas Godliauskas
Aug 8, 20182 min read


An untouchable day is the basis of a productive week
What is an untouchable day? 🔒 It is a day when you perform activities that require concentration or devote time to your loved ones and...
Povilas Godliauskas
Aug 2, 20181 min read
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