To be successful in business today is more difficult than at any time in the past, but with George Norris as our Business Coach for over 10 years, we are confident his communication skills and business acumen draw the best results from the people we need to achieve a positive result. I am delighted to commend his latest book to those looking forward.
Bruce Lynton
Managing Director
Bruce Lynton Group
In today’s world of process and procedures, George Norris has the ability to cut through the philosophies and concentrate on results. His ability to turn strategy into outcomes is unparalleled.
I have utilised George’s expertise for over 20 years, spanning five corporations. This book is a must for any business who wishes to grow
Ray Ellis
Chief Executive
First National Real Estate
You don’t continue to reshape your life and business focus unless you have a deep well of resolve and creativity to deal with the pressures that we all confront every day of our finite lives.
George has that unique wisdom needed to help guide his friends and clients.
Ed Davis
CEO
Greystone Wines Pty Ltd
At Cookers we have engaged George Norris for training in different disciplines including sales, management and operations. George has a unique ability to pitch and connect at all levels and is expert in the use of practical analogies.
Our staff believe and trust in George and he is now an important part of our training exercises. Everyone can learn something from George.
Peter Fitzgerald
Managing Director
Cookers Bulk Oil System Pty Ltd
When I was the Managing Partner of PKF Melbourne, George provided me with wise counsel and support in dealing with many daily issues particularly relating to leadership skills and managing human behaviour.
George provided a structure for decision making and introduced a range of modern management tools. His extensive experience in people management was invaluable for me in managing conflict, coaching and getting the most out of our staff.
Simon Marsh
Partner – Enterprise Advisers
PKF - Chartered Accountants & Business Advisers
14th May, 2012
STRATEGIES FOR SUCCESS
GEORGE D. NORRIS
FOREWORD
I am honoured to introduce George Norris’ new book ‘Strategies for Success’ and to write a foreword which will guide the reader to the wisdom of this wonderful person. Every book published by George is an event, because of the person he is, his knowledge and passion for all things that are humane, inspiring and progressive. His books are hugely enjoyable, motivational and empowering. To read him is to trust him and to learn, for his life has been touched by extraordinary experiences, adversity and great victories.
Since the time when we first met, George Norris has become one of the most important people in my life. There is something magical about George’s love of people, his humour, his wit and profound humanity. I have had the privilege to see George’s coaching: it is about coping, about strength, and about hope. He does this through his story-telling, books, in his radio program and his workshops. The shortest of conversations one may have with George would leave the person feeling injected with enthusiasm, a renewed self-belief and conidence.
I have sought George’s assistance in developing professional coaching programs for senior managers and executives both in Australia and overseas. George’s understanding of what makes successful and happy people has been instrumental in the development of some truly transformational leadership coaching programs. George is an internationally renowned coach and motivational speaker.
George is a great strategist. In this book George gives his reader guidance on how to succeed in life, how to maintain a positive attitude and inspire oneself and others. George himself is a great source of inspiration for many and I feel that his biggest gift to all of us is his amazing coaching talent, kind heart, his intelligence and the positive power of his personality.
I tremendously enjoy George’s company and feel blessed to have known him and be a beneficiary of his generosity, his kindness, his power of helping people to better see themselves and the world around them.
I am forever grateful to George for his friendship, guidance and his work. I am sure this book will find its reader and hope that George will continue to enlighten us with his wisdom.
Dr Damira Lopes
Associate Dean
Enterprise and Commercial Development
Faculty of Workforce Development
Victoria University
INTRODUCTION
In today’s demanding, stress related world, performance strategies, performance psychology and corporate culture are recognised as the key ingredients for success.
Since 1974 George Norris has been a pioneer and leader in the world of Corporate Coaching and has worked for many blue chip corporations and organisations.
During this time Norris Management Pty Ltd has become recognised as Australia’s leading performance improvement specialist focusing on behavioural strategies to improve senior executives, middle management, sales and service individuals, team performance and culture.
In 2010, the Norris Management Coaching Group was formed to add a wider range of experience and skills to help educate and motivate a cross section of Australian corporations and organisations.
This initiative has resulted in Norris Management Pty Ltd being appointed by Victoria University to provide coaching for Senior Chinese Education Executives and Senior Local Government Management Executives wanting to improve their leadership performance.
George Norris as Principal Corporate Coach is proud of his achievements over more than 35 years, including those with two Senior AFL Coaches and together with the team of Associate Coaches welcomes the opportunity to assist you and your corporation or organisation in the future with strategies for success.
DEDICATION
To Christine Griffiths, my Personal Assistant, who has been a tower of strength and support to me over the past 7 years.
To George Haddon, my long time ‘cartoonist’ friend, who has been a great inspiration to me over the past 32 years.
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