Food for thought
GRAB A CUPPA – iT’S TIME TO RELAX & READ
WELCOME TO THE BLOG
The blog covers a variety of topics which impact various aspects of our lives; from mental health to leadership, from motivation to work-life balance. Some articles will resonate with you, while others may provide some insight into the possible challenges faced by your friends, family or colleagues.
Enjoy the read!
The End-of-Year Crunch is Always Nuts! Part II – Especially for Teams
WRITTEN BY ALICIA KOCH, FOUNDER OF THE LEGAL BELLETRIST Click here for Part I: The End-of-Year Crunch is Always Nuts – Especially for individuals … Just as it is in our personal lives, the end-of-year rush takes hold at work too. As deadlines tighten,...
Navigating Conflict: Mastering the Art of Picking your Battles & Choosing your Strategy
WRITTEN BY ALICIA KOCH, FOUNDER OF THE LEGAL BELLETRIST As a “recovering lawyer” I am no stranger to conflict. I would easily classify myself as someone who doesn’t back away from conflict. Especially when/if I feel cornered. I will fight to the death. Which is kind...
It’s Time to Exercise Self-Love
WRITTEN BY ALICIA KOCH, FOUNDER OF THE LEGAL BELLETRIST It’s the month of love and around the world people are oohing and aahing over Valentine’s Day cards and meals out with their loved ones. It’s a time for Rom Coms galore, chocolates and even a glass of bubbly or...
The Festive Seasons Unexpected Delights
CO-WRITTEN BY FRIEDA LEVYCKY, FOUNDER OF BRAVING BOUNDARIES, AND ALICIA KOCH, FOUNDER OF THE LEGAL BELLETRIST Ready to get into the Christmas spirit? Well, grab yourself some mulled wine and a mince pie and join us as we explore the important messages that our...
Embracing conflict: 5 benefits of rocking the boat
WRITTEN BY FRIEDA LEVYCKY, FOUNDER OF BRAVING BOUNDARIES Introduction “Seriously, WTF?”. Ok. Those words didn’t exactly come out of my mouth on Justin and my jog around Newlands Forest a few weeks ago. What I actually said was: “Thanks for waiting for me” in a...
8 lessons learned about finding love (PS. It’s no Hollywood Movie)!
WRITTEN BY FRIEDA LEVYCKY, FOUNDER OF BRAVING BOUNDARIES “Love is a many splendored thing. Love lifts us up where we belong. All you need is love!” – Moulin Rouge LOVE! I love LOVE and I have done ever since I was a little girl. If you browse through my DVD...
6 ways to create a harmonious work environment
WRITTEN BY ALICIA KOCH, FOUNDER OF THE LEGAL BELLETRISTWhen we think of harmony, most of us imagine a type of Utopia where everyone we meet and interact with is peaceful, agreeable and lives in perfect bliss with the people and the environment around them. It’s all...
Creativity: The superpower leading to a happier and healthier life
WRITTEN BY ALICIA KOCH, FOUNDER OF THE LEGAL BELLETRIST Before I even start writing this article, it’s imperative for me to turn on some music. Sometimes it’s Beethoven’s Moonlight Sonata (I know kind of sombre) – it’s one of my favourite pieces of music - and on...
Your own worst enemy is YOU!
WRITTEN BY ALICIA KOCH, FOUNDER OF THE LEGAL BELLETRIST When I was a child, I was fearless. I believed I could do anything I set my mind to – and I had big dreams. Bless little me. I wanted to climb mountains, go to the Moon, swim with Mermaids, and fly a plane to...
Effective Workplace Communication – Learning how to talk the talk
WRITTEN BY ALICIA KOCH, FOUNDER OF THE LEGAL BELLETRISTSections include: Effective communication in the workplace How to develop key communication skills Different personalities It was Robert Frost that said – “Half the world is composed of people who have...