Here is the opportunity to invest in your Professional Development and Career. It ’s time you stopped focusing on work outcomes, and invest in some professional development mentoring and skills coaching! Professional Development  can be defined as a set of activities that improve awareness and identity, develop your skills and potential, and build human capital (value). In English, it simply means doing things that improve you and the world around you. Professional Development is no different to performing repairs to your house or car.  Even when you think everything ok, things deteriorate, wear down, or simply become outdated. This is when we can become too comfortable, and take things for granted! When you are comfortable, it’s easy to overlook the need for change, BUT when your professional career takes a turn (perhaps for the worst), it’s often too late to take that leap of faith to a new career or ‘sea change’. When you become stale or stuck in a rut, it’s hard to get that momentum in place to make the necessary changes that may benefit you in the long term. 7 reasons that highlight the opportunity to invest in your Professional Development 1. Your industry is going through changes Disrupters are causing industries and businesses to change faster than ever before.  As technology advances, what you have been trained in may no longer be relevant or applicable. Even if it’s not a company requirement, it’s a good idea to keep up with what’s happening in your field by reading professional journals and research papers, attending industry events, conferences and workshops or participating in online forums and discussions on Twitter. This type of self-directed learning will help you keep your knowledge current, and can even boost your confidence at work. 2. You’re stuck in a rut If you are doing the same thing each and every day, it’s easy to fall into a rut.  Even if you are happy with what you are doing, there is always the need to learn new skills and listen to experienced people around you are conferences and events. Look around you. Are your colleagues being promoted and moving up through the ranks while you continue to perform the same tasks you were originally hired to do? If this is the case, there’s a good chance you’ve become too comfortable with your routine and need to shake things up a bit. Taking professional development courses and networking with other professionals will not only inspire you about new possibilities and give you something to work toward, but will also show your boss or HR managers that you’re willing to take initiative. 3. Your resume hasn’t been updated in years It’s easy to neglect your resume when you’re not actively looking for a job, but the longer you’ve been with a company the more difficult it will be to remember key information about the different roles you had over the years. Keeping your resume updated as your career progresses will help you track your professional accomplishments and ensure that you’re ready for any opportunity that may present itself. Take out your resume and read it as critically as possible. Does it still accurately represent your current skill set and expertise? Would it convince a new employer that you possess the know-how to excel in your job? If you haven’t added to or updated your resume for more than a year, it’s probably time to invest in your professional development . 4. Your network isn’t expanding Networking IS important.  Over time, contacts at companies tend to move on as they also develop their career.  It’s important that you continue to network, bit developing new connections BUT also reconnect with past. Try attending seminars, expos, and business networking events.  Be more active online in discussion forums and develop your LinkedIn . 5. You’re lacking a specific skill or qualification Rather than throwing in the towel and looking for a different type of jobs just because you do not have a specific skill or qualification, you should consider how you can work towards meeting those requirements. While you may not have the time to complete a course or degree before applying for the job of your choice, enrolling in a relevant learning program or attending workshops and seminars that focus on areas where you lack expertise will send employers the message that you’re willing to learn the necessary skills and are serious about pursuing this opportunity. 6. You don’t have career visibility over the next 5-10 years The best thing about working with mentors is being able to focus on your professional development plan and career goals. If you have no idea what you’ll be doing in five to ten years from now, taking professional development courses, volunteering or finding a mentor can help you understand your career goals and form a plan of action. 7. Everyone you know has moved onwards and upwards except for you Look, it’s not a bad thing if you have found the career and role that you love. BUT if you are thinking that everyone you know is changing jobs, achieving qualifications and meeting goals and milestones, then perhaps it’s time for you to also think about a change. Don’t just throw everything into the air because others are doing things differently.  You need to think about engaging a mentor to help you develop your own professional development and life plan. Professional Development 3-Min Benchmarking If you think that it’s perhaps time for a change, but not sure where to start? We recommend that you take advantage of the online tools available such as our 3-Minute Professional Development Benchmarking . This is a secure and confidential way of evaluating your own personal development.  It’s free, and the results are sent to you via email together with my advice and recommendations. Need some help? Robert Durrant provides high-performance mentoring, coaching and skill development services to help you set and achieve your personal and professional goals. To learn more about the mentoring and coaching services available from Robert Durrant, please visit our Mentor Programs or Coaching Services page or call 03 9429-2293 or email rob@robertdurrant.com.au Related links: Robert Durrant Mentoring Professional Development & Mentoring Executive Coaching Services Robert Durrant High Performance Mentor & Coach #ProfessionalDevelopment #SalesCoach #SkillsDevelopment #CareerDevelopment #ExecutiveCoaching #LeadershipCoach #ManagementCoach #MarketingCoach #Mentoring #MelbourneBusinessCoach

Mentors provide AMAZING value to individuals who have an aspiration to improve themselves or achieve something great. BUT how do you know if YOU need a mentor or if you will benefit from mentoring? Over the past five years, there has been a rapid increase in the demand for mentors. The demand has been driven by a few factors; Traditional training programs only help you so far : Training programs provide you with the necessary skills and tools, but they don’t offer the guidance, interaction, or support to keep you focused and on track. Growing your career has become harder! Individuals who want to improve their career struggle to plan the necessary steps required to secure those positions. Entrepreneurs and start-up growth. Competition in the start-up segment is extremely tough with a large portion failing each year. Entrepreneurs need cross-company knowledge and skills to help them make the right decisions Mentoring , and also coaching for professional development, has now become an integral part of aspiring individuals who want to better themselves. Mentoring is used by successful executives, athletes, sports teams, and also individuals who are seeking a career or lifestyle change.  Quality mentors and coaches can help them to plan and achieve their goals. Most of us have friends, colleagues, and family members who they can turn to for some inspirational advice. This provides a great source of motivation, BUT it lacks the experience, structure, and support of a professional mentoring program. What makes a GREAT Mentoring Program? Mentoring programs which are facilitated correctly can provide you with the following; Motivation and inspiration Structured process and framework Various tools and templates Coaching services for skills development Ongoing support to keep you focused and on track! For your mentoring investment, you should be provided with a regular meet-up (face-to-face or remote via Zoom) and a documented summary of each session so you can keep track of the discussion topics and agreed tasks or actions. To help persuade you into engaging a mentor,  I’ve put together 10 reasons why mentoring really does work! Why Mentoring Works! They help you to define your goals and ambitions. Help you to identify and resolve the barriers which are stopping you from reaching your potential. Define your career path and the various steps you need to take to get there. Promote the exchange of ideas and provide you with answers to your questions. Bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise and can help you to connect with various subject matter experts. Praise your accomplishments and provide you with constructive feedback. Challenge you to step outside your boundaries and to push yourself. Encourage you to develop new skills to overcome your weaknesses. Become your personal brand ambassador, and are passionate about your success. They keep you focused and on track. Mentors and coaching when used well, can offer the best path to career and professional development success. The benefits that you can gain from a good mentor relationship will far outweigh any skills training, natural ability, or even luck! The key is to have the foresight and humility to ask to be mentored. If you start there, you’ll find that there are plenty of accelerators in your life who can add value, and help you to be your best version. Need some help? Robert Durrant provides high-performance mentoring, coaching and skill development services to help you set and achieve your personal and professional goals. To learn more about the mentoring and coaching services available from Robert Durrant, please visit our Mentor Programs or Coaching Services page or call 03 9429-2293 or email rob@robertdurrant.com.au Related links: Robert Durrant Mentoring Professional Development & Mentoring Executive Coaching Services Robert Durrant High Performance Mentor & Coach #Mentoring #BusinessMentoring #MelbourneMentor #GrowthMentor #ProfessionalDevelopment #BusinessGrowth #BusinessDevelopment #BusinessAdvisor #BusinessConsultant #MarketingCoach #ExecutiveCoaching #LeadershipCoaching

FIVE steps which you can easily make that will have a HUGE impact on what you can achieve in the following 12-months. January each year is National Mentoring Month (well it is in the USA), it was initially started to promote youth mentoring and also the support for mental health. Many people seek to change their habits, outlook and lives at the beginning of each year, and what better way to do that than through mentoring or skills development? SO, there is no better reason for you to engage a Business or Professional Development Mentor to help you reach your 12-month goals? Mentors help individuals to set and achieve their personal or professional goals. They provide you with the support, process and framework that ensures you stay focused AND on track. Gain the most out of the next 12-months by planning for it now! Here are five simple steps you can make that will create a HUGE impact on what you can achieve in the next 12-months. 5 Steps that WILL make a difference in your life! 1. Do some research into the benefits of Mentoring Does your workplace provide a mentor program or perhaps provide you with a subsidy as part of its staff training budget? Not every mentor is right for you.  It’s essential to choose someone that you like, relate with and most importantly ‘connect’ with. Take some time to think about the type of person that you. Perhaps it’s someone in a related industry or travelled a similar journey? Be mindful that you need to choose someone who can provide valuable advice and encouragement as a mentor AND someone who you have respect. Choosing a mentor is not necessarily a difficult task, but it also shouldn’t be something you jump into haphazardly.  Use our How to Choose a Mentor Checklist to help you get started. 2. Start to set some Goals It’s important that you take some time to think about your journey forward. This path may take several years and a considerable change from you personally. Create a series of short-term and long-term goals and document them to monitor and measure yourself more easily. Build-in some milestones that can be used to validate your progress along the way and be sure to note any skill-development requirements which may be needed to help you transition more smoothly. Working with a Mentor will also help you to map out this journey and build in the various stages of skills coaching. Some mentors, like myself, also have a mentoring framework that we use to keep you focused and on track. 3. Look for some Inspiration Think about where you are heading over the long-term!Why you are on this journey, and what are you trying to achieve for yourself or perhaps your family? For those looking to advance their career , their long-term vision may be to improve their Professional Development to advance through their organisation as far as possible e.g. President/CEO, General Manager etc. For the self-employed , its often to grow their business to the point that it provides them with a lifestyle choice e.g. money, freedom etc. For individuals , it’s typical to be searching for lifestyle freedom, be working for a cause that helps others or the community. And entrepreneurs , they want to leave a lasting impression on the world by building something that will be recognised globally. 4. Build some Structure Trust me, none of this is possible unless you put some structure around your plan.The most common issues for people NOT achieving their goals is the lack of time and focus. Mentors like myself have proven frameworks that not only keep you focused and on track, they also solve the reasons why this hasn’t been possible in the past. 5. Obtain Feedback and Guidance It’s impossible to achieve this by yourself!If it were, there wouldn’t be mentors, would there? It’s important that you have someone that you can share your ideas and thoughts with. That persons needs to be someone you can trust and also respect enough to provide honest and constructive feedback (this isn’t a family member). Business Mentors and Professional Development Coaches provide impartial feedback to the progress you make throughout your mentor program. They are also industry experts or subject matter experts which allows you to valuable insight into ideas and tips to turn your idea into a successful reality. A great place to start is a Professional Development Self-Evaluation. Have a look at my free online 3-Min Professional Development Benchmarking Tool . Measure and Improve - Your plan or mentoring program should run for at least 12-months.Throughout this period, you should have set various milestones which can be used to evaluate your progress and results. Don’t expect quick-fixes, your plan is about changing your life, and lives run for a long time. As part of your mentoring program, your mentor will have measurement factors that help you to review and improve. Mentoring can have a Profound Impact It can help you to connect with people who have been through similar situations and who can provide first-person accounts of how they overcame specific challenges. By creating a culture of openness and support, where knowledge is shared freely, and people are encouraged to experiment with ideas that can be used to solve problems. Mentoring will ultimately help you to pursue personal and professional development opportunities. Now it’s your turn. Make a resolution today to bring mentoring into your life and work. It is absolutely worth it! Need some Help? Robert Durrant  provides high-performance mentoring, coaching and skill development services to help you set and achieve your personal and professional goals. To learn more about the mentoring and coaching services available from Robert Durrant, please visit our  Mentor Programs  or  Coaching Services  page or call 03 9429-2293 or email  rob@robertdurrant.com.au Related links: Robert Durrant Mentoring Professional Development & Mentoring Executive Coaching Services Robert Durrant High Performance Mentor & Coach #Mentoring #BusinessMentoring #MelbourneMentor #GrowthMentor #ProfessionalDevelopment #BusinessGrowth #BusinessDevelopment #BusinessAdvisor #BusinessConsultant #MarketingCoach #ExecutiveCoaching #LeadershipCoaching  #ProfessionalDevelopment #SalesCoach #SkillsDevelopment #CareerDevelopment #ExecutiveCoaching #LeadershipCoach #ManagementCoach #MarketingCoach #Mentoring #MelbourneBusinessCoach

Mentoring has played an essential role in helping people advance their career with personal and professional development. But does it really live up to all the hype? Does mentoring really live up to its hype? Mentoring has played an essential role in helping people advance their career with personal and professional development. In days gone by, many companies believed that “training” was sufficient enough to help people develop into their roles and careers. Although important, training plays only ONE PART of a total development solution. Over the years, companies providing mentoring and coaching services have been marketing these solutions as a “success package” promising that you would magically “achieve your dreams and goals” when in fact, there really is no silver bullet for success (in the end, you still need to produce your own results) Truth be known, the people signing up for these so-called “success packages” were most probably struggling from the start and believed that a mentor would be a saviour to their problems. While there are no silver bullets, mentoring is important for individuals and also organisations. When applied correctly, it’s had some significant results. For individuals – Professional and personal development can expand your knowledge and skills, help you to gain valuable advice from more experienced people, and ultimately build your professional network and career. For organisations – Strategically develops employee talent, which contributes to the company’s growth, innovation, and bottom-line sales. It also highlights management’s support, interest, and concern for an employee’s development and overall potential within the company. “Company leadership should embrace, promote and value mentoring programs to realise a return on investment ” Harvard Business Review writer Anthony K. TJan . Mentoring and Coaching services provided by agencies today need to be tailored to the individual. Every person is different. They not only learn and adapt to change in different ways, but they also have very different challenges to overcome. Traditional broad-based “classroom style” or online courses will not cut it. Before you can even start a mentoring or coaching service, there is a range of factors that need to be understood and qualified first! What are the goals or milestones? What are the challenges you have been facing? What has prevented you from reaching your goals thus far? What is your mental and physical state? How is your routine? What are your positive and also negative traits? What are your strengths and weaknesses? It’s also vital that you find a mentor or coach that you relate with? These people may have achieved something great, or they may just be someone you are comfortable to confide within (and trust) respect = trust. Read our article How to choose a mentor or coach When choosing a mentor or coach, it’s also a good idea to understand clearing what services they provide and also how they operate. Each company operates in different ways, so you need to find something that you feel comfortable with and suits your needs. As an example of this, Robert Durrant Mentoring packages their services up into three components. Mentor Connection (The click factor). Choose a package. Meet and Greet. Ultimately, self-improvement only works when an individual recognises that they could benefit from some help or guidance from others. Whether its personal or professional development, business mentoring, entrepreneur mentoring, sales coaching or even marketing coaching, it’s crucial that you find a Mentor that suits YOU! Ready to dip your toe into Mentoring? 3-Min Online Professional Development Benchmarking . If you feel like you might benefit from some mentoring, why not begin the journey by using our 3-Min Online Professional Development Benchmarking Tool? Our free 3 Minute Benchmark Test is a secure and confidential way of measuring your personal and professional development. Learn More >>> OR Perhaps a 3-month trial program? Sign up for a 3-month trial from as little as $495 +gst. This is a great way to start your journey without a heavy commitment. My goal is to help you to set and achieve your goals.I’ve created these programs in a way that is simple and low-cost. View Programs >>> Need some help? Robert Durrant  provides high-performance mentoring, coaching and skill development services to help you set and achieve your personal and professional goals. To learn more about the mentoring and coaching services available from Robert Durrant, please visit our  Mentor Programs  or  Coaching Services  page or call 03 9429-2293 or email rob@robertdurrant.com.au Related links: Robert Durrant Mentoring Professional Development & Mentoring Executive Coaching Services Robert Durrant High Performance Mentor & Coach #Mentoring #BusinessMentoring #MelbourneMentor #GrowthMentor #ProfessionalDevelopment #BusinessGrowth #BusinessDevelopment #BusinessAdvisor #BusinessConsultant #MarketingCoach #ExecutiveCoaching #LeadershipCoaching #ProfessionalDevelopment #SalesCoach #SkillsDevelopment #CareerDevelopment #ExecutiveCoaching #LeadershipCoach #ManagementCoach

The business landscape is undergoing a revolutionary transformation, with remote work becoming increasingly prevalent and professionals navigating through shorter job tenures. In this dynamic environment, the role of mentorship is more crucial than ever, shaping the future of work. The Shifting Workplace Landscape By the end of 2020, half of the workforce is projected to be working remotely, either full or part-time, while the average job tenure continues to decrease. This shift prompts us to envision a new 'future of work' vastly different from what we knew a decade ago. Recent studies reveal that nearly 80 percent of university students prioritise people and culture fit over career potential and longevity. As this becomes the reality for the future workforce, fostering employee growth and development through mentorship emerges as a key component. Embracing Change in Mentorship Acknowledging the changing dynamics, companies are strategically exploring ways to create and nurture mentorship opportunities. Recognising the impact on talent retention, organisations are investing in mentoring as a valuable tool to keep their top talent engaged. Despite skeptics advocating for alternative learning methods such as books or podcasts, the diverse challenges individuals face require a more personalised approach. Virtual mentors may offer information, but true mentorship involves interactive collaboration, addressing individual challenges in real-time. Mentoring into the Future With the younger generation set to dominate the workforce, mentorship takes on heightened significance. The impending talent shortage, as the older generation exits the workforce, coupled with the gig economy's high turnover rates, underscores the importance of mentoring in retaining and developing new talent. Predictions for the Future of Mentoring 1. Mentoring Dominance Mentoring will transition from a small, exclusive service to a widespread practice, catering to the masses and remaining relevant in the evolving business landscape. 2. Technology Integration Career services will leverage technology, employing mentoring and networking software tools to facilitate large-scale mentoring initiatives. 3. Social and Professional Fusion Mentorship goals will extend beyond career advancement to encompass broader social responsibility, creating a more holistic mentoring experience. 4. Speed Mentoring Traditional long-term mentoring relationships will persist, but there will be a shift towards shorter, more focused arrangements, reflecting the evolving needs of professionals. 5. Career-Driving Mentorship Mentorship will emerge as a critical Key Performance Indicator (KPI) for companies, a metric closely tracked by institutional leadership seeking continuous improvement. Seeking Guidance for the Future For those navigating this changing landscape, Robert Durrant offers high-performance mentoring, coaching, and skill development services. To explore these services and embark on a journey of personal and professional growth, visit our Mentor Programs or Coaching Services page. For inquiries, contact us at 03 9429-2293 or email rob@robertdurrant.com.au . Embrace the future of mentoring, where innovation and adaptability are the keys to success in the ever-evolving world of work. Thinking about a Mentor? Learn how to maximise your potential by engaging a mentor for expert support, ensuring success in your business and professional journey. Related links: Robert Durrant Mentoring Professional Development & Mentoring Executive Coaching Services Robert Durrant High Performance Mentor & Coach #Mentoring #BusinessMentoring #MelbourneMentor #GrowthMentor #ProfessionalDevelopment #BusinessGrowth #BusinessDevelopment #BusinessAdvisor #BusinessConsultant #MarketingCoach #ExecutiveCoaching #LeadershipCoaching

Entrepreneurship is an exhilarating journey into the unknown, filled with opportunities and challenges that define the path to success. While friends, family, and online resources offer valuable insights, nothing compares to the real-life experience and expertise provided by a Business Mentor or Coach. A Business Mentor becomes your compass in the entrepreneurial landscape, offering continuous knowledge and guidance that directly impacts the growth and strategic planning of your business. Unlike others, they bring a wealth of experience, helping you navigate challenges and capitalise on opportunities. The thrill of entrepreneurship lies in pushing boundaries and embracing the unknown, but it's crucial to acknowledge that every challenge faced by an entrepreneur has likely been encountered and overcome by someone on a similar journey. This is where a Business Mentor becomes indispensable. Entrepreneur Mentoring Selecting the right Mentor is a transformative decision for any entrepreneur. The benefits are vast and often underestimated, influencing both personal and business performance. A skilled Entrepreneur Mentor specialises in start-ups, offering immediate access to a network of experts who can enhance the value of your business. Once you've found the right Mentor, the impact on your entrepreneurial journey is profound. They assist in business planning, strategy development, and tactical execution. Their guidance keeps you focused and motivated, offering quality advice to set and achieve goals. The support extends to skills coaching, professional development, and leveraging successes with your team. To maximise the Mentorship experience, effective communication is key. Prepare discussion topics in advance, use management reports to track progress, and respect your Mentor's time. Actively engage in the relationship, ask questions, complete tasks on time, and foster mutual respect. In the pursuit of business growth and problem-solving, there's no magic solution. It requires time, knowledge, hard work, and the right guidance. If you're launching a new business, overwhelmed with questions, and struggling to manage your time effectively, a Business Mentor or Coach can be your ally in success. For those seeking a high-performance Mentor and Coach , Robert Durrant offers a wealth of experience and a proven track record. Explore the Start-Up Business Acceleration Program, Professional Development Mentoring available from Rob. Learn how to choose the right Mentor or Coach to propel your entrepreneurial journey forward. If you're ready to turn your business aspirations into reality, send a quick message to initiate a conversation with Robert Durrant. Discover the transformative power of Entrepreneur Mentoring and take the first step towards unlocking your business potential. Thinking about a Mentor? Learn how to maximise your potential by engaging a mentor for expert support, ensuring success in your business and professional journey. Speak to Rob In Melbourne on 03 9429-2293 or shoot him a quick message. Related links: Robert Durrant Mentoring Professional Development & Mentoring Executive Coaching Services #Mentoring #BusinessMentoring #MelbourneMentor #GrowthMentor #ProfessionalDevelopment #BusinessGrowth #BusinessDevelopment #BusinessAdvisor #BusinessConsultant #MarketingCoach #ExecutiveCoaching #LeadershipCoaching

Rob joins Bec and Cath on their Nature of Business Consulting Podcast , “ How professional development fits into the farming and agribusiness sector”. Professional Development in Farming and Agribusiness Had an absolute blast joining Rebecca and Catherine from the Nature of Business Consulting on their Podcast about how professional development fits into the farming and agribusiness sector! For today’s farmers and their employees , having a ‘people efficient’ farm doesn’t need to be such a huge challenge as many might think? Putting in a little bit of effort to improve the workplace culture with training, coaching and mentoring can result in some significant rewards for your farm? Employees who are provided with relevant training , encouragement, guidance, rewards, and also the possibilities for career development, will be much more likely to work harder, care about doing their job correctly, and stay longer to help you grow your business. For farmers , they must allocate time to continue learning and staying in front of industry trends. Having additional skills and also challenging themselves with new experiences will build their confidence and motivation. New farm skills and trends Business management Technology advances Staff management, training and culture Even non-farming skills e.g. planning an exit strategy. In some cases, Farmers may need to reinvent their business model to ensure a sustainable and viable business will be there for future generations. Most importantly, they need to be open to change, and the adoption of new ways of thinking…or like many we’ve seen in the past, will simply be left behind! How to make a change? If you feel that you’re ready to make a change , and are wanting to look at ways that could potentially change your farm business or career, then here are a few steps to get you underway. Create a plan: Jot down on some paper a few notes about what you want to achieve and the reason for this?  Expand into areas such as what you want, when you want it, how to get it, when to get it, and what is going to change? Ask us for our free personal development template! Build a timeline: Having a timeline allows you to visualise how long this journey might take to achieve.Think about how long this journey might take? Do you need to invest or diversify? Will you need to re-skill? Are there any significant barriers ahead of you? All of these types of questions will ultimately impact your timeframe. Research: It is really important that you take time to research what it is you want to achieve. There is no use spending years to plan for something that isn’t really what you expected it would be?  Learn the various aspects of the role or segment, and think about what it means to you. Remember the things that you need to accomplish along the way and include them in your plan. Build connections: Start networking. The BEST way to learn about your journey is to talk with others already in that segment. Attend seminars and conferences and make connections. Use tools like LinkedIn and Facebook to meet people in groups so that you can ask questions.  These connections will also be a support channel for you later. Up-skill: Think about any skills or experience you may need to reach your goal. Note the skills you will need, research those courses and get started. Sometimes re-skilling can take years so don’t leave this to the last minute. Plan for redundancies: Sometimes things don’t always work out for the best. If you have dependants in your life to think about, it’s a good idea to have a back-up plan ready, just in case. Build your support network : It’s often the people who don’t ask for help that are the ones that usually get into trouble.  Don’t be afraid to ask for advice and assistance or simply a question. Use your network to gain knowledge and valuable insights. Don’t try and be an expert at everything! Listen to the full Podcast Click to View this post on Instagram Professional Development is something we don't often excel at in the Agi industry, so we have brought in the Big Guns to get you excited! ?? Rob Durrant needs his own podcast just to go through who he is, and what he has accomplished! But just to give you a quick run down, he mentors some of our great AFL players, has worked for Channel 9, Fox, NBC and has experience in radio! I told you we brought in the big guns! So with no further ado….. Professional Development with @robertdurrant A post shared by Nature Of Business Consulting (@natureofbusinessconsulting) on Aug 25, 2020 at 1:30pm PDT Think you might benefit from a Mentor? Speak to me about my high-performance mentoring , coaching and skill development services. I can help you set and achieve your personal and professional goals Learn More >>> Need some Business Marketing? My company rev Branding is a Brand Development and Marketing Agency based in Melbourne. We help small business to more easily describe, communicate, and market their business brand to drive sales and growth opportunities. My team can help you with business branding, marketing, websites, and social media marketing. Learn More >>> Follow me on Social Media! Connect with me >>> To learn more about the mentoring and coaching services available from Robert Durrant, please visit our  Mentor Programs  or  Coaching Services  page. Robert Durrant High Performance Mentor & Coach #Agriculture #Farmers #FarmOwner #Agribusiness #FarmMentor #RegionalMentor #FarmBusinessSupport #FarmGuidance #FarmMarketing #Mentoring #BusinessMentoring #MelbourneMentor #GrowthMentor #ProfessionalDevelopment #BusinessGrowth #BusinessDevelopment #BusinessAdvisor #BusinessConsultant #MarketingCoach

Learn how to create a quality sports culture at your sporting club or association that is inclusive and supportive of ALL its members. Creating a Sports Club Culture Do you remember when your club used to be a buzz of social activity after mid-week training and weekend games? Sports Clubs are placed where their members feel a sense of honour and belonging, and provided a family friendly location, a social point for meet-ups, and a place for business networking. Today, many sports clubs and sports associations struggle just to retain their members, let alone have an increase in patronage at club events.  Without strong memberships, successful fundraising programs, and of course sponsorships, sports club revenue drops off and club tends to fall into disarray quickly. How do you get people back to the clubhouse? Well, today’s younger generation (e.g. millennials and gen y) who are part of your club do things a little differently than what your management group probably realise.  Sending out an email or txt message about a social or fundraising event probably won’t be seen. Sports clubs need to move their information and communications online. The faster they adopt digital marketing and eCommerce, the better traction they will have with their audience. How to deal with multi-cultural diversity at your sports club. The days of the $1 sausage sizzle or cheap beers at the bar no longer suit the majority of nationalities who are members of your club.  It’s critical that you make changes to cater for specific dietary requirements and even religious beliefs. It’s now a fundamental task for any sports club or association to ensure they have a ‘culture’ that is inclusive and supportive of all its members. ONLY when you have a quality culture will your club have the ability to engage ALL its members and continue to grow its membership.  IT’S THAT SIMPLE! Sports Club Culture Guide – Free Download Download our FREE whitepaper titled How to Create a Sports Culture . I created this simple use free guide to help club committee and steering group members to more easily plan and implement a quality culture at their sports club. Download the free guide from my rev Branding Website. Additional Resources How to Run a Successful Sports Club Sports Club Mentoring by Robert Durrant Lets Chat… We can provide a strategic advisory or mentoring service to help your management team to plan and execute key tasks that will continue to keep the club viable and resilient into the future. Speak with me  about how we can work together by providing a mentoring and advisory service for your club.  Together, we can plan and execute key tasks that will make your club a success now, and in future years. Contact Rob on  +61 3 9429-2293 or  rob@robertdurrant.com.au Robert Durrant High Performance Sports Club Mentor & Coach #SportsMarketing #SportsClubMarketing #HowtoGrowSportsClubs #SportsCulture #BuildingaClubCulture #SportsCoaching #SportingClubMarketing #SportsClubDevelopment #SportsClubGrants #SportsAssociations #SportsManagement #PlayerManagement #SportsClubConsultants

Learn how to run your sports club like a small business, making it more efficient, scalable, and sustainable for the future. How to Run Today’s Successful Sports Club! MORE than 70,000 sports clubs operate in Australia. 13.2 million existing memberships. 183,000 club volunteers. Is YOUR sports club successful and also sustainable? To have a successful well-run sports club , it’s critical that you have a framework in place that gives you a robust organisational process, while still maintaining a focus on delivering value to club members. Sports clubs that continue to grow, be successful, and contribute back to the community, will need to place a strong focus on its people, processes and systems! Like many community sports clubs, the people playing on game-days are the same people who volunteer their time to the club committee. With time and budgetary constraints always being a significant hurdle, it’s ultimately the volunteer committee members who are tasks with the responsibility to make tough operational decisions at the club AND do the hard work! Factors that influence successful sports clubs The ONLY way that your club will be successful now and into the future is to have these 4-key factors in place first. 1. Club vision and a plan 2. Great leadership and culture 3. Systems and processes to streamline tasks 4. Funding program to generate revenue 5. Membership development programs. Building a Successful Sports Club Robert Durrant Mentoring provides marketing, communication, and strategic advisory services for sports clubs, sports associations, and fitness groups. Working with your management team, I’ll show you how to implement systems and processes that will streamline your club’s operationsto make it more efficient, scalable and also resilient. Together, we create a positive and inclusive culture, the foundation that will ultimately drive your club forward and expand your opportunities for membership growth and club funding. Membership Services Membership Packages and Offers : Leveraging your memberships with a range of offers, promotions and value-add services Membership Marketing:  Utilising email and social marketing to promote your club and sell memberships Membership Engagement:  Membership engagement programs that connect with club activities and offers with your members. Website Website Development:  Building beautiful and engaging websites that allow your club to promote offers, market events, sell merchandise and memberships. Website Marketing:  Increasing your club websites visibility through marketing and SEO services  eCommerce:  Turning a static website into a revenue stream by creating an online store to sell products and sponsor advertising. Marketing and Communications Email Database & SMS Marketing:  We provide an email/SMS marketing systems and training services that show you how to leverage your membership database Social Media Marketing:  We are a fully-serviced digital agency offering social media and digital marketing services. Culture Management:  teaching your club how to build and maintain a sports culture. Event & Fundraising Events Planning:  Helping you events manager to plan out and execute an events calendar Event Marketing:  Get more people to your events AND sell more sponsorships Sponsorships and Funding:  We work with you to develop a sustainable sponsorship and alternative fundraising program for your club. “Sports fans that see a brand message or endorsement on social media platforms are 78% more likely to hold a positive perception .” Ready to Start? It’s difficult to run a sports club or association with volunteers. It can be almost impossible to find someone at the club who has the time AND skills. Let me show you how to create a framework that allows current and future members of your sports club to continue to grow the club and maintain it’s legacy. Book my Kick-Start Marketing Package! My Kick-Start Marketing Package  is specifically designed for sports clubs who are floundering and need to reinvigorate their marketing and communications strategy & tactics. This package will help your club to… • Grow its Memberships • Increase Merchandise Sales • Develop Alternative Revenue Streams • Grow Events • Build Better Sponsorships. Package includes: •  Club Marketing, Communications & Branding review with recommendations. •  Digital Marketing Infrastructure review with recommendations. •  Club Culture review with recommendations. •  Hosted Strategy & Planning Workshop (Leadership team). •  Creation of an updated Brand Identity and Message. •  Development of a Communications and Marketing Framework. •  Hosted Q&A session on how to brand and market your club more effectively . •  Framework to support Memberships, Sponsorships, Funding & Merchandise Sales, Events. •  Facebook set-up and configuration (groups, shop, ads manager, audiences, tracking pixels). •  Social media marketing campaign design and publish (x 1). •  Google SEO and online reviews improvement recommendations. •  Training and handover to club administrator. •  Mentoring Support for 3-months. •  COVID-19 Planning & Support. •   Optional Extra Services : Website Development and Email Marketing Set-up (POA). My Kick-Start Marketing Package is provided by rev™ Branding , my digital brand marketing agency. $995.00 +gst  (Normally $1,995 +gst) *50% OFF is valid until June 30 2024 and MUST be pre-paid. Additional Resources Sports Club Mentoring and Advisory by Robert Durrant How to Create a Sports Culture – Free Guide Get in Touch… Speak with me about how we can work together to increase your brand visibility, grow your marketing reach, and to make your club a success now, and for future years. Robert Durrant High Performance Sports Club Mentor & Coach #SportsMarketing #SportsClubMarketing #HowtoGrowSportsClubs #SportsCulture #BuildingaClubCulture #SportsCoaching #SportingClubMarketing #SportsClubDevelopment #SportsClubGrants #SportsAssociations #SportsManagement #PlayerManagement

Robert Durrant provides high-performance mentoring, coaching and skill development services to help you set and achieve your personal and professional goals. Robert Durrant spent 20+ years owning and operating a group of companies that today span across Australia, New Zealand, and North America. As a subject matter expert within the business marketing and sales development fields, Robert Durrant leads a specialist team at rev Branding who help companies integrate their brand with digital technology and marketing to drive sales and growth opportunities. Robert Durrant has held senior management roles for some of the world’s largest technology companies, namely General Electric and IRI, holding board-level positions for the Chamber of Commerce & Industry, University of Qld, and the Australian Institute of Management. Rob is an acclaimed event host, conference speaker, and media broadcaster on local business, tourism, and sports shows aired on the Nine Network, Fox, Sky News, and NBC. Robert Durrant is an energetic and highly accomplished business strategist, marketer and salesperson and is accredited and highly skilled within business marketing, brand management, and eCommerce marketing. For more than 20 years, Robert has been providing mentoring and coaching services. His skills and experience bring out the best in individuals and teams by utilising a variety of methodologies, strategies and tactics to inspire people to achieve their ideal life. Business Strategist ✅ Brand Marketer ✅ Mentor& Coach ✅ Visionary ✅ Media Host ✅ Public Speaker ✅ Extravert ✅ Robert Durrant Mentoring – Learn More >>> Robert Durrant High-Performance Mentor and Coach #RobertDurrant #BusinessCoach #BusinessMentor #SalesCoach #MarketingCoach #EntrepreneurMentor #StartUpMentor #ProfessionalDevelopmentCoach

Learn how executives can improve their skills and knowledge to advance their career and attain a top leadership position. Executive Coaching and Mentoring It doesn’t matter what industry you’re in, your background, or even what part of the world you come from; top executives often face a similar problem; how to continue developing their skills and knowledge to help them secure top leadership positions. Sometimes they simply need to up their game in the new role and perform better. Sometimes the new role requires a new mindset, skillset, approach, or leadership skills. And sometimes , they need the assistance of a coach or mentor to help them with real-world experience in solving problems, identifying opportunities, and how to reinvigorate their professional development. My Executive Improvement Checklist helps business executives and managers to self-evaluate their performance and identify improvement gaps. Executive Improvement Checklist When you enter a room, do you radiate a presence, someone that people want to speak with and meet? Do give out a feeling of warmth, energy and welcoming? Do you embrace the evolution of digital and adopt new technology tools in the workplace? Do you have good presentation and public speaking skills well in front of large groups? Do you have a good sense of social awareness e.g. understanding the room and its audience? Does your voice have energy, certainty, and enthusiasm? Do you work well under pressure – by yourself and within a group? Do you pair gestures with words or phrases? Can you articulate what you need to say in a short, concise, and clear way? Do you have good ideas and a sense of vision in your role? Do you possess good time management and are productive? Can you easily interject in a discussion to get your point across so that it’s memorable? Do you get emotional or lose your cool when pressured? Do you have a quality elevator pitch to explain yourself – who you are and what you do? Do you lack confidence or become nervous when dealing with senior management? Are you a confident networker and can easily connect with people? Do you possess reliable business marketing and sales skills? Are you continually enhancing your training and education? Do you take yourself too seriously (or perhaps not serious enough? Do you believe in yourself? Do you prefer to lead groups, or participate within a group with a leader? Are you aware of the emotions and characteristics of the people around you? Do you show an interest in others? Do you remember people by their name? Are you quick to judge instead of withholding judgement and just being curious? Do you easily get distracted? Do you like being thanked and rewarded for your performance? Do you have a clear vision and plan for your career path? Are there areas that you would like to Improve? Start by jotting down the items that you feel can be improved. Underneath each point, list three reasons about why this is happening to you.  Doing this will be much easier to understand where the issues resides, and how to start changing things for the better Think about some Executive Mentoring! Mentoring and Coaching are now the new normal for business executives, manager, and team leaders.  Training will only help you to perform a specific task. Mentoring will allow you to bring tasks and processes together BUT with the advice and guidance of an industry professional who has faced similar challenges in the past. Related links: Robert Durrant Mentoring Professional Development & Mentoring Executive Coaching Services Benchmark your Professional Development Our Free 3 Minute Benchmark Test is a secure and confidential way of measuring your personal and professional development. Robert Durrant High-Performance Mentor & Coach #ProfessionalDevelopment #SalesCoach #SkillsDevelopment #CareerDevelopment #ExecutiveCoaching #LeadershipCoach #ManagementCoach #MarketingCoach #Mentoring #MelbourneBusinessCoach

Do you struggle to get your tasks completed each day? Do you find it hard to keep focused and stay on track? Are you always being pulled into meetings and hallway conversations? It doesn’t matter what your role is at work, it’s important to always look for new ways to keep productive.  It’s not about working harder and doing more, it’s about working smarter so you’re achieving more at work, but also having more free time for social activities and down time. Not all days at work will be the same. Some will be great, while others will be terrible seeing you dragged into numerous projects that are not necessarily your responsibility. Excessive amounts of caffeine and list-making won’t get you any closer to reaching peak productivity levels today. In most cases, an out-of-control task list isn’t always your fault. There can be many external factors that come into play that cause your day to disappear. According to the Udemy Research  report  70% of workers admitted how they feel distracted when they’re on the job. Chatty co-workers and office noise were highlighted as the top distractions for 80% of workers and over 60% of the respondents also view meetings as just another interruption in the way of their being productive. If you are one of those people who find yourself saying “The to-do list keeps getting longer” more than you would “I had a productive day at work”, then this article might provide you with some helpful suggestions. Ways to Improve Productivity I believe that the biggest tip for being productive is having a structure and daily routine.  The trouble is, you don’t know where to start right? When I have been working with clients, I have suggested that they spend a week writing what they do, each day, each hour. This information then creates the baseline ‘as is’ and highlights where your time is being wasted or at least being lost. Create a to-do or task list each day. Rank the list to highlight low, medium and high priority tasks. Use your diary to block out time e.g. Outlook or your Phone. Avoid Multitasking. Build a schedule e.g if you need to do task A each week, block your calendar out each week. Put your phone away. Schedule time for email in the morning e.g. the first 15 to 30mins of the day. Then close your email client and avoid looking at them while you are focusing in a task. Use the email importance flags and reminders in your diary to help control with your schedule. Avoid changing schedules to accommodate ad hoc meetings. Social items are important so be sure to allocate time for these e.g. coffee catch ups. If you think of a task that you need to do, try sending yourself an email to remind yourself. Keep to a work time schedule e.g. start at 8am and finish before 6pm. Don’t skip your breaks and lunches because you are busy. Use these times for your social items. Some days are bad, just write them off and start fresh the next day. Just use your to do list to capture things that are important and need to be completed. Delegate tasks…. you don’t need to do everything yourself.  Quality is good, but don’t be anal about getting everything just perfect to the detriment of another more important tasks. Micromanagement doesn’t last long in a company. Document routine tasks so they can be handed to others to complete for you. Use workflow tools to help manage tasks and communications with others e.g. Slack software. Centralise the management and storage of items. Use Dropbox, Google Drive to share content with others and avoid being asked for items repeatedly. Set smaller goals to complete daily and weekly. Keep healthy. When you are fit and active, your outlook is much more positive, and you have more energy. Be positive – once you start falling into a negative space, its hard to climb back out. Lastly, it OK to just say No!   You will find that after a while, people will stop lumping tasks on you. Productivity = Time + Energy + Attention Thinking about a Mentor? Learn how to maximise your potential by engaging a mentor for expert support, ensuring success in your business and professional journey. Related links: Robert Durrant Mentoring Professional Development & Mentoring Executive Coaching Services Robert Durrant High-Performance Mentor and Coach #ProfessionalDevelopment #SalesCoach #SkillsDevelopment #CareerDevelopment #ExecutiveCoaching #LeadershipCoach #ManagementCoach #MarketingCoach #Mentoring #MelbourneBusinessCoach