Author: : Irshad Lukman Executive – Junior Marketing Executive at Smart Quest Have you ever watched a child explore the world? They learn by observing and asking questions such as “why? “How?”, “what if?”. They look at everything with excitement as if everything’s brand new. What if we could bring that same sense of...
Author: : Presilda George Executive – Business Development and Client Relations Self-compassion is the ability to treat oneself with kindness, understanding, and forgiveness, especially in times of failure or difficulty. Many believe that self-criticism leads to improvement because it encourages individuals to reflect on their mistakes, identify weaknesses, and strive for better performance. By...
Author: Murshid Munshif Certified Professional Coach | Capacity Building Partner Abstract Self-compassion plays a pivotal role in effective coaching by fostering emotional well-being, authenticity, and resilience both for the coach and the client. Rooted in self-kindness, common humanity, and mindfulness1, self-compassion allows coaches to embrace their strengths and vulnerabilities without self-judgment, enabling them to...
Author: Shiyara Dassanayake PCC | Attorney- at – Law | Life Coach | Corporate Trainer “Everyone thinks of changing the world, but no one thinks of changing himself.” — Leo Tolstoy What separates great leaders and coaches from the rest? Is it strategic thinking? Vision? Influence? While these qualities matter, there is an often-overlooked...
Author: Indika Fernando Transformational Coach | Ex-Banker | DJ Life is an unpredictable journey, filled with moments of joy and sorrow. At times, we encounter tragedies so profound that they shake our sense of purpose. In those moments, it is easy to feel lost, as if the light guiding us forward has been extinguished. In February...
Author: Andrea Jayatilleka Executive Leadership Coach | ICF Coach Trainer | Director of Smart Quest | Coach Masters Academy Regional Director for Southeast Asia l Mentor Coach | Certified Emotional Intelligence Practitioner | NLP Practitioner | DiSC Certified Trainer Lately, I’ve been reflecting on the tension between rest and the fear of rusting. You...
Author: Anil Bandara Executive Coach | Organizational Development & Business Consultant | Director of Smart Quest In the whirlwind of daily responsibilities, it’s easy to lose sight of what truly matters. We often find ourselves reacting to circumstances rather than proactively shaping our paths. This is where the power of setting intentions comes into...
Author: Andrea Jayatilleka Executive Leadership Coach | ICF Coach Trainer | Director of Smart Quest | Coach Masters Academy Regional Director for Southeast Asia l Mentor Coach | Certified Emotional Intelligence Practitioner | NLP Practitioner | DiSC Certified Trainer When I reflect on the moment I stepped into entrepreneurship, it was during my graduation...
Author: Roshantha Jayathunge Chief Manager – Head of HC Strategy & Talent Development at HNB| Professional Certified Coach (ICF) | Certified Executive Coach | NLP Business Practitioner “Crunch, crunch, crunch, pause.” What does that sound like to you? A crisp bowl of breakfast cereal – and the pause between mouthfuls? A jab, jab, cut,...
Author: Nethma Rajapaksha Junior Executive Human Resources at Smart Quest The world around us is changing faster than ever, making it easy to feel overwhelmed or unsure about our path. Shifting careers, evolving industries, and daily pressures can leave us questioning our purpose. Yet, even in these moments of uncertainty, finding purpose can inspire...
