Publications
The Nature of Humans:
Personal Growth Through Poetry
By Christopher Jones
The Nature of Humans chronicles a poet's journey; one of self-discovery, and one from criticism, and judgement to compassion and kindness toward the self and others. A journey that unfolds from inner reflection to considerations of relationships, and then embarks into nature.
This collection turns a contemplative eye to unchallenged, negative scripts in our minds that keep us from being our best selves, and that impede our relationships with others. At the same time, it affirms inner worth and inner strength. It reflects on aging and depression as well as the power and presence of love. Just as it turns its gaze to recognize the beauty of nature, it asks us to recognize the beauty within ourselves and held between us.
Encouraging thoughtful reflection on the self and the world, The Nature of Humans is a poetry collection accessible to those new to poetry as well as long-time readers. Chris offers a road to self-discovery and transformation, marking the path with words of inspiration.
Great Feedback:
How to Hold Coaching Conversations
Great Feedback is a transformative new approach to workplace feedback for the simple reason that it will teach you how to use simple coaching skills in performance conversations. Chris Jones and Lisa Scott are experienced business leaders and certified executive coaches accredited with the International Coach Federation. They are trained experts at holding highly effective conversations by creating enough safety and trust to talk candidly about difficult developmental issues. These coaching skills are embedded into the unique Great Feedback conversation to make a Coach Approach the proven answer to this longstanding business problem.
LEADING AS A COACH AND MENTOR
Understanding the Difference Between Coaching and Mentoring Many leaders describe themselves as coaching employees when they’re actually mentoring them. Because of this, many organizations may be missing out on...
EVOLVING THE INNER GAME OF COACHES AND LEADERS
It’s time to step up and change with these times in order to serve clients in the best way possible.Ā Ā We are all living in a VUCA world (Volatile,...
HOW TO HANDLE SILENCE IN EMPLOYEE FEEDBACK CONVERSATIONS
Part 2 of 6 in a Series of Managing Five Common Emotional Reactions Sometimes people withdraw and become silent in response to receiving feedback they find difficult to hear....
TOP 10 FEEDBACK MISTAKES CALGARY MANAGERS MAKE
Whether itās a formal performance appraisal meeting or one of your ongoing feedback conversations, bear in mind the pitfalls that can turn the conversation on its head. These are...
WHAT IS CONSCIOUS LEADERSHIP AND WHY DOES IT MATTER?
Becoming More Conscious Picture an iceberg. As you probably know it floats with only a small portion of the ice sitting above water. The tip of an iceberg can...
LEADERSHIP AND LOVE
Iām critical. And Iām judgmental. Of people and of things. At times my head floods with negative thoughts. I am also critical of my critical tendencies, which spirals into...
TOP TEN TIPS FOR HOW TO GIVE YOUR MANAGER FEEDBACK (WITH EXAMPLES!)
Offering your leader some feedback may be the last thing you want to do at work for all sorts of reasons. Maybe you feel intimidated. Maybe they have never...
5 STEPS MANAGERS NEED TO CONSIDER BEFORE AN EMPLOYEE FEEDBACK CONVERSATION
Want people to be more open to feedback conversations? Hereās the secret. Whatās your biggest fear about having feedback conversations? Ah, of course. Getting an emotional reaction that crashes...
DEALING WITH AN ANGRY EMPLOYEE DURING A FEEDBACK CONVERSATION
The Final Blog (Part 6) in a Series of Managing Five Common Emotional Reactions When someone becomes angry during a feedback conversation, itās important that you manage your own...
