Positive deviants are people who diverge from the norm in constructive ways. They make the world a better place. If you’re a positive deviant, this blog is for you.

Surprising Benefits of Saying “I Don’t Know” At Work

Everyone has moments where they feel inadequate. Yet, most people try to hide those feelings …

No Motivation? Here’s Why

Most people occasionally experience a lack of motivation. It’s natural to lose interest in a …

Should you believe the self-esteem hype?

Self-esteem has become one of the most hyped topics in the self-help world. Coaches, leaders, …

Power up your self-worth with this activity from Virginia Satir

Society is obsessed with self-esteem, but what about your self-worth? Your self-worth is vital to …

Book

Did you know Eleanor Shakiba is the author of Difficult People Made Easy? Buy your …

Does self-esteem grow with age?

Self-esteem is the value you place on yourself. Having an appropriately high level of self-esteem …

My daily confidence-reboot routine

Many people assume that because I teach confidence building skills, I must be naturally confident …

Turbo powered metaphors: a trainer’s guide

My father was a philosophy lecturer. This meant bedtime stories. I grew up with what …

What is the negativity bias? by Eleanor Shakiba

This video is part of a positive psychology series. Find out more about positive psychology …

Yes! I have a coach, too. Here’s why

Why should professional facilitators be in coaching themselves? Well, I’m tempted to get on my …

Coaches! Avoid this trap

Her head curled down and shoulders slouched, my new coaching client was a picture of …

Questions that make or break confidence by Eleanor Shakiba

When time are tough the tough get going…but the smart get questioning. In this video, …