I have been doing  one-to-one coaching lately using mind mapping and have been amazed at the results I have had working with my clients. Some of these people had come across mind mapping before, tried it and not really understood it. I wonder how it has been taught. I get the impression many people miss the point of it entirely and give up, as they think it is easier to use a more traditional list-based approach.

So what is different about my approach? I use a person-centred approach, where I provide a safe space for someone to unpack what is on their mind. Once they have downloaded their thoughts, usually onto a piece of paper, I then help them to structure them using the mind mapping techniques. Sometimes they need to develop a further mind map or two. By the end of an hour and a half, they usually feel clearer in their head, more inspired and clearer about the direction to go or issues to focus on. I have facilitated unlocking their brain. Now it’s over to them to find the solutions. I offer a follow-up session after a month to review best practice and advise further mind mapping techniques.

But don’t take my word for it. Here are some testimonials:

Had a mind-mapping session with Corinna yesterday. It was time and money well spent. She has given me some really useful tools to unclutter my brain, to help me think and plan more strategically, improve my time management and much more. Absolutely fantastic – you must book a session with Corinna. Phil H

After a 90 minute session with Corinna, I can now see that mind mapping helps to plan projects more. Mind mapping will help me in the actual design process of websites. I can see myself using it with clients to help break down the fundamentals of design, marketing, time and costs. Tom H

I was lucky enough to have Corinna take me through her Mind Mapping technique. It wasn’t long before I realised that I’d found a way to organise my thinking in a constructive and positive way. Her techniques are brilliant and have already been used to great effect. Call her and book an appointment…. Angus G

Mind mapping is far more than brainstorming or spidergrams. It uses creative learning to think with the whole brain. You have an amazing brain. I can help you use it to its potential!

Mind mapping is an effective and fun tool that can be used in so many different ways: for study, for business, for personal development to name just a few! I have been doing one-to-one mind mapping consultancy since Christmas as part of the training services I offer at www.cstraining.info. The mind is truly amazing and I am helping unlock potential in my clients’ brains in so many ways by listening and facilitating the process. I’ll share more about specific instances next time.

So what is mind mapping? I came across this report recently, which explains mind mapping very well.

http://www.itweb.co.za/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=53425:using-information-mapping-for-greater-learning-and-problem-solving

Millions of people the world over are discovering mind mapping and using it to great effect. I now consider it an essential tool to help me work more effectively and creatively. Mind mapping is especially good for people who struggle because of dyslexia, as it uses a whole brain approach, thereby tapping into the visual, the spatial and the creative more than traditional list-based ways of thinking. Want to know more? Please contact me.

I have known about mind mapping for some years. When I first came across mind mapping, I did not appreciate its potential and did not practise using them. Then I came across mind mapping again, while I was employed. I was given some mind mapping software and found it very helpful to organise my thoughts and plan my time more effectively.

I became self-employed and, once again, stopped using mind mapping in my work until this past year. I am now using iMindMap software to help me in a number of ways to great effect. This has made a huge difference to my productivity and enjoyment of my work. I have a mind map to organise my week’s tasks, various ones for the different projects I am running, talks, presentations and traiing courses. I have started training business people to use mind maps and have already seen great results. Here is a recent testimonial:

“I was lucky enough to have Corinna take me through her Mind Mapping technique.It wasn’t long before I realised that I’d found a way to organise my thinking in a constructive and positive way.Her techniques are brilliant and have already been used to great effect. Call her and book an appointment….” A Grady

Want to know more about how to mind map? Watch my You Tube video!

I have just had a parent give notice for her daughter’s dylexia lessons at my centre, The Chilterns IDL Dyslexia Centre. The reason she gave was that she had to collect her son from his after school activity nearer home at the time of E’s lessons. I had offered alternative times, including during the day, to accommodate her. She has chosen not to take my offer up.

E has been coming to me since before Christmas, is friendly and works hard. I am beginning to see progress and her confidence has improved already. This cancellation has come as no surprise, as I have sensed the mother’s reluctance to come over each week for her daughter’s lessons, despite the obvious progress. It saddens me that parents put their children’s social lives above their education, when these children clearly need extra support. Reading and spelling are such important life skills and there is much heartache and frustration for the child who struggles in these areas. There are very few dyslexic tutors in my area and I am the only one using the effective IDL method for many miles around. Her daughter will be missing out.