I met up with Caroline again today - wow, has she made progress since 9th June. She's acted upon everything we discussed in a very positive way and already comes across as much more focussed (amongst other tasks, I had asked her to find out about her MP, read The Independent twice a week and listen to the Today programme on Radio 4). Digesting the content of our last session and completing the assigned tasks have really moved her forwards and there's now a definite spark in her, which is very attractive.

So, can listening to a different radio station (etc) REALLY induce such a profound change? Absolutely - the tasks are a small but important part of a much bigger process of change. It could be said that small, practical tasks work from the outside, moving inwards. Other coaching methodology starts from within and grows outwards.

The fact is, Caroline is hungry to get out of her rut - her improved focus will give her a sharper view of the world and what she wants from it. When someone knows what they WANT, the fun begins. I'm very much looking forward to watching Caroline's journey.