Like many people up and down the country, I've been glued to the tv on Saturday nights watching The X Factor. One of the judges, Cheryl Cole, really impressed me last night. She accepted responsibility for choosing a song which proved to be too big for sixteen year old Lloyd Daniels (I actually thought he was rather good). She didn't try to justify herself or blame anyone else - she simply said 'I'd like to accept responsibility for this'. This simple act probably lead to enough of the public voting for Lloyd for him to stay in the competition. Even Simon Cowell was humbled and Cheryl seemed to have everyone on-side.

One of the biggest breakthroughs people get in their personal development coaching with me is learning the power of taking responsibility. Clearly, Cheryl Cole learned this at a very young age. I'm sure it must have contributed towards the success she is now enjoying. Good for her!