I have been involved in some sort of training since 1992 when I first joined the Royal Air Force (RAF) as a Physical Training Instructor. Whilst in the RAF for 25 years, I was fortunate enough to spend a lot of time in the outdoor environment and it is in this environment lots fell into […]
Author Archives: Phil Kelly
Over the last 16 years, I have trained hundreds of people at different levels on coaching and mentoring programs, from introduction to coaching programs through to level 7 Masters module programmes. Before working in leadership development and coaching and mentoring, I worked in the health service in human resource management and organisational development. I […]
“I was just reflecting on how different life feels than it did two years ago, and although it has taken me a while, I finally feel like celebrating what I have achieved and how far I have come.” – Kathryn Robb Kathryn took part in the ILM 7 Certificate in Executive Coaching and Mentoring in […]
If you are considering an ILM Training Course you may be wondering whether coaching and mentoring are the same? Then this guide is for you. Both coaching and mentoring exist for a similar purpose: assisting people in growing and developing to attain their full potential. Both approaches allow one to take responsibility for their personal […]
With the British National Cycling Championships just around the corner and a string of second-place finishes throughout the season, including at the televised Tour Series, Jo Tindley from team Pro-Noctis – Red Chilli Bikes – Heidi Kjeldsen had the podium in her sights. As title sponsors, we are undoubtedly the team’s biggest cheerleader, but we […]
No, I’m not talking about last month’s fuel shortage!🙄 Instead, I’m talking about body fuel. Are you full of beans, do you have the energy to burn? Or rather are you burning the candle at both ends? We find ourselves socialising once more, our lives no longer revolve around our homes, we are going out, […]
After another 5 years of dedication and sacrifice, it was whilst warming down after the first qualifying round at Tokyo 2020 when it dawned on our ambassador Ed Clancy, the most successful team pursuit rider in the history of the event that he had to make the most important decision of his glittering career. And […]
Did you know the UK is the only country whose attendance at sports events is greater than its population? Fact. In 2019 UK sport was enjoyed live by 75.1M people… wow! So in a year of lockdown, and invisible competition, why have we chosen to sponsor a new elite women’s cycling team? Well, it’s simple, […]
Coaching is a process in which an expert helps someone to improve their performance. Coaches can be found in many different fields, and they are often hired by people who want to develop skills that will help them achieve success. Mentoring is similar to coaching, but the mentor usually has more experience than the person […]