Author: Simon Yap

Simon is an ICF Professional Certified Coach (PCC) and Sales Capability and Leadership Coach with deep food service industry experience. He works with organisations on professional selling skills, coach training, and leadership development to improve sales performance.

Coaching
Helping Employees Shift from Justification to Responsibility
BySimon Yap 7 March 202515 March 2025
A self-limiting belief (SLB) is a restrictive mindset that prevents individuals from realising their full potential. One particularly common SLB is justification, a tendency to rationalise inaction or blame circumstances rather than taking ownership of outcomes. When individuals operate from a mindset of justification, they often defer responsibility, creating barriers to personal and professional growth….
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Sales
The Key Insights Every Food Service Provider Should Track
BySimon Yap 22 February 202523 February 2025
The food service industry moves fast, and staying competitive requires more than just great products. Customer preferences shift, market trends evolve, and operational challenges arise. Food service providers who track key insights from market trends to competitive strategies can make smarter decisions, optimise sales, and build stronger customer relationships.
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Coaching
Empowering Employees to Break Free from Helplessnes
BySimon Yap 10 February 202510 February 2025
A self-limiting belief (SLB) is an internal narrative that keeps individuals stuck, holding them back from achieving their potential. These beliefs often stem from past failures, fear of judgment, or deeply ingrained mindsets. One of the most common SLBs is the feeling of helplessness, a mindset that disempowers and demotivates individuals in their work and…
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Coaching | Leadership | Management
Turning Self-Pity into Self-Care at Work
BySimon Yap 16 January 202511 February 2025
A self-limiting belief (SLB) can hold individuals back from recognising their full potential, and self-pity is one such belief that quietly erodes confidence and motivation. When employees experience self-pity, they often feel powerless and overly focused on their misfortunes or perceived failures. While it’s natural to feel down occasionally, prolonged self-pity can trap employees in…
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Coaching | Leadership | Management
Helping Employees Overcome Self-Doubt
BySimon Yap 3 January 202511 February 2025
A self-limiting belief (SLB) is an internal narrative that holds individuals back from realising their true potential. These beliefs often stem from past experiences, fears, or societal pressures, creating barriers to growth and success. One of the most common SLBs is self-doubt. A mindset that can significantly affect an individual’s confidence and capability. Self-doubt manifests…
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Coaching | Leadership | Management
The Art of Giving Constructive Feedback
BySimon Yap 15 November 202417 November 2024
Giving constructive feedback is essential for growth and success in any workplace. This blog explores effective feedback models, practical tips, and real-life examples to help you master the art of feedback and foster better communication and development in your team.
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Coaching
Elevating Workplace Performance Through Shadow Coaching
BySimon Yap 2 November 202423 February 2025
Shadow coaching is a powerful tool for improving real-time workplace performance. By using the G.R.O.W. model, managers can guide employees through reflective practice and actionable steps, driving immediate and measurable improvements in their roles. Discover how shadow coaching can unlock your team’s full potential!
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Coaching
Performance vs. Developmental Coaching: Key Differences in the Workplace
BySimon Yap 21 October 202417 November 2024
Coaching has become an integral part of workplace culture, aimed at nurturing growth, driving performance, and fostering a positive work environment. However, a common misunderstanding occurs around the types of coaching, particularly performance coaching and developmental coaching. While these approaches overlap in many ways, their purposes, timing, and methods can differ significantly. This blog aims…
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Sales
Is Asia Ready for Virtual Selling Trends?
BySimon Yap 9 October 202413 October 2024
The world of commerce is undergoing a massive transformation, with virtual selling becoming increasingly prominent. As businesses and consumers alike embrace digital platforms, a pressing question arises: Is Asia ready for this shift? Let’s explores the traditional and virtual selling landscapes, delves into how industries in Asia are adapting, and analyses whether the region prefers…
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Sales
Mastering Strategic Sales Planning: Your Roadmap to Success
BySimon Yap 26 September 202413 October 2024
Sales planning isn’t just about hitting targets. It’s about setting up for sustainable growth and adapting to market changes. Let’s break down what strategic sales planning is, why it’s essential, and how to do it right, with some examples and key points to watch out for.What is Strategic Sales Planning?Strategic sales planning is all about…
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