Author: Julia Gibney

Professional Coaching and Mentoring

5 Ways to Start Getting Results Now 

We’ve all had stages in our life when we don’t seem to be getting the outcomes that we’ve worked so hard for. The truth is time will pass and your life will not look any different from today if you don’t do anything differently. Here are five things that you can try to get your results not in the distant future, but now.

New Possibilities – Future Goals

New possibilities are open to you when you invite yourself to have different experiences to what you do currently, and you seek alternate opportunities to explore and discover.

People generally decide to seek out a coach when they want to explore the idea of pursuing new goals and opportunities. Generally, they don’t know where to start; or, they may have some idea of what to do but are unsure of taking that next step.

Finding Your True Passion

We all know that growth and success can only happen when we make short term sacrifices to overcome the obstacles and beat the odds. And once you make the choice to burst out of your protective shell and work with intensity, then you’re ready to discover and pursue your deepest passion.

Why a Mentor is Critical and How to Find One

Success is easier and faster with a mentor.

Maybe you want the satisfaction of pursuing your dream alone. Or maybe you’re embarrassed to reach out to a potential mentor, or don’t even know where to begin looking.

7 Tips to Find Your Purpose 

Finding your purpose, calling, or mission requires some soul searching. It may be something that seemed unrealistic or out of reach.

All Things Come To You When You Are Ready 

I am sure you have probably all heard this saying, and for me, I can say it rings true to me. So many times, when I wanted things to change in my life, I wished on change but did not take steps to modify my behaviour or my thoughts.

13 Ways to Motivate Yourself 

You might find that your motivation never seems to last for long, but that’s okay. There are so many ways you can rekindle your motivation.

Contemplating Life and New Beginnings….. How I Will Succeed

A balanced life saves me from burning out. Just recently I negotiated part time work from my current employer for two reasons. The first, so I could find more time for myself. The second, so I could enjoy the slow launch of my new company. In the words of Simon Sinek:

It is better to go slowly in the right direction, than to go speeding in the wrong direction.”

The Journey to Winter and Associates

The Journey

Welcome everyone to my very first official blog!

This venture of launching Winter & Associates has been a long time coming. 14 years to be exact. The first seed was sown in April 2008 when it was suggested to me that I should think about mentoring for Carers Victoria for disadvantaged and underprivileged youth.