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S6 Episode 33: Why Mastery in Coaching is Less about Skills and More about Deep Self Awareness with Lise Bruynooghe

Today we return to the question of mastery in coaching with Lise Bruynooghe, an MCC coach. We talk about the importance of genuine presence and inner work and how authentic self-awareness and vulnerability create deeper connections. We discuss the importance of letting go of perfectionism, embracing imperfections, and continuously learning from failures, which are vital for growth as a coach. 

 

Hear about the resonance of guitars and craft-meisters. The conversation offers fresh perspectives on how mastery is an ongoing journey involving humility, presence, and the art of being human. These insights challenge conventional standards and encourage coaches and leaders to focus on inner development to unlock true expertise and influence.Key insights:

• Mastery stems from deep self-awareness and inner work, not just technical skills.
• Presence involves accepting both positive and negative emotions.
• Authenticity fosters trust and stronger client relationships.
• Failures and imperfections are part of professional growth.

Contact:

• Contact Lise through Linked In https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisebruynooghe/ or https://www.lisebruynooghe.com/ 
• Contact Claire by emailing info@3dcoaching.com  or join our coaching community where you can talk with other listeners.

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• Subscribe or follow The Coaching Inn on your podcast platform or our YouTube Channel to hear or see new episodes as they drop.
• Find out more about 3D Coaching and get new ideas and offers in our weekly email.

Keywords:

coaching mastery, self-awareness, authentic presence, inner work, coach development, emotional intelligence, vulnerability in coaching, coaching presence, professional growth, self-reflection, humility, human authenticity, mastery journey, client trust, leadership coaching, reflective practice, empathy in coaching, continuous learning, resilience, coaching impact

 

We love having a variety of guests join us! Please remember that inviting someone to participate does not mean we necessarily endorse their views or opinions. We believe in open conversation and sharing different perspectives.

S6 Episode 32: Uncontained - How Neurodivergent Coaches Can Be Our Own Wonderful Selves With Claire Pedrick and Kim Witten

In this episode Claire Pedrick and Kim Witten talk about their extra book that will be released 1st December. Uncontained is focussed on supporting neurodivergent coaches to be more them in their coaching

 

We explore how understanding our own neurodivergence can unlock new possibilities when we give ourselves permission to be us. 

 

• Lens Not Label is for anyone who works or lives with neurodivergent people and Uncontained (order details to come) for neurodivergent coaches.
• https://www.psychologicaltherapybooks.co.uk/product/lens-not-label-a-conversational-guide-for-working-more-effectively-with-neurodivergent-people
• The importance of coaching you-ly rather than following rigid rules
• How neurodivergent traits like memory challenges and masking can be strengths in coaching.
• Practical tips: Letting go of perfection, embracing flow, and focusing on process over content

 

Contact:

• www.lensnotlabel.com
• Contact us through Linked In 
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberly-witten/
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/clairepedrick/
• Contact Claire by emailing info@3dcoaching.com  or join our coaching community where you can talk with other listeners.

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Keywords:

Neurodivergent coaching, authentic coaching, creativity in coaching, coaching book, uncontained coaching, coaching strengths, coaching authenticity, breaking constraints, coaching models, coaching permission, unique coaching, coaching conversation, coaching creativity, coaching rules, coaching expectations, coaching strengths, coaching benefits, coaching space, coaching exploration, coaching freedom

 

We love having a variety of guests join us! Please remember that inviting someone to participate does not mean we necessarily endorse their views or opinions. We believe in open conversation and sharing different perspectives.

S6 Episode 31: Why Lawyers Who Use Coaching See Better Outcomes and Happier Divorces

In this episode, Karen Covy explains to Claire Pedrick MCC  how divorce coaching shifts the traditional legal approach by empowering clients to take control of their emotional and practical decisions. She discusses the importance of coaching skills in helping clients manage high emotionality and act with integrity, ultimately leading to less pain and conflict. 

 

We explore the distinction between mediation and coaching, emphasizing that coaching enhances client agency, which benefits both the individual and the legal process. Karen shares insights on the universal principles of divorce—responsibility, control, and karma—that transcend borders and legal systems. Additionally, she advises coaches to acquire specialised knowledge and coaching skills to serve clients effectively and ethically. Learn how integrating coaching into legal or personal contexts can transform the experience from overwhelming to empowering, benefiting everyone involved.

 

Contact:

• Contact Karen through Linked In https://www.linkedin.com/in/karencovy/ or https://karencovy.com/ 
• Contact Claire by emailing info@3dcoaching.com  or join our coaching community where you can talk with other listeners.

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Keywords:

divorce coaching, client empowerment, legal transformation, coaching success, empathy in law, coaching principles, global relevance, lawyer to coach, client satisfaction, coaching innovation, divorce empowerment, legal coaching, coaching outcomes, professional transition, coaching insights, coaching journey, coaching expertise, coaching empathy, coaching strategies, coaching impact

 

We love having a variety of guests join us! Please remember that inviting someone to participate does not mean we necessarily endorse their views or opinions. We believe in open conversation and sharing different perspectives.

S6 Episode 30: From Medical Fixer to Emotional Support - How Coaching Allows GPs to Pass Power Back to Patients with Dr Elizabeth Rozario

This episode explores how coaching techniques can revolutionise conversations around death, caregiving, and emotional well-being. 

 

Elizabeth Rozario, a former GP, is in conversation with Claire Pedrick to share her journey from traditional medicine to coaching-led care. Her insights reveal how coaching fosters deeper listening, reduces system-induced suffering, and empowers families to create peaceful, meaningful goodbyes.

 

Key learnings include:

• The value of coaching skills like listening and empowering patients to share emotional pain
• How medicalised death prolongs suffering and how conversations can normalize dying
• The ripple effect of giving patients and families control, leading to better quality of life and death experiences
• The importance of accepting death as a natural part of life and having open, honest dialogues
• Practical applications of coaching in caregiving, emotional support, and system reform

Contact:

• Contact Elizabeth through her website www.elizabethrozario.co.uk 
• Contact Claire by emailing info@3dcoaching.com  or join our coaching community where you can talk with other listeners.

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• Subscribe or follow The Coaching Inn on your podcast platform or our YouTube Channel to hear or see new episodes as they drop.
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Keywords:

coaching, end-of-life, conversations, caregiving, emotional well-being, listening skills, patient empowerment, medicalized death, normalize dying, quality of life, peaceful goodbyes, emotional support, system reform, healthcare, GP, Elizabeth Rozario, compassionate care, agency, grief, coaching techniques

 

We love having a variety of guests join us! Please remember that inviting someone to participate does not mean we necessarily endorse their views or opinions. We believe in open conversation and sharing different perspectives.

S6 Episode 29 Mastery in the Making 2 - Embracing Vulnerability & Silence with Claire Pedrick, Jackie Haywood and Lizzie Rhodes James

Mastery in coaching is about embracing vulnerability and  silence as tools for depth. In this open table, Claire Pedrick MCC is in conversation with Jackie Haywood MCC and Lizzie Rhodes James PCC.

 

Wobbling is part of mastery—what do we do with it? What matters is energy, fluidity, and trust in the coaching dance. Tools and contracts support mastery, but the core is about presence, humility, and curiosity

 

Contact:

• Contact us through Linked In 
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/haywoodjackie/
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/lizzierhodesjames/
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/clairepedrick/ 
• Contact Claire by emailing info@3dcoaching.com  or join our Patreon coaching community where you can talk with other listeners.

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• Subscribe or follow The Coaching Inn on your podcast platform or our YouTube Channel to hear or see new episodes as they drop.
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Keywords:

mastery, coaching, vulnerability, silence, energy transfer, dialogic space, coaching tools, coaching contracts, permission, consent, coaching environment, trust, curiosity, presence, humility, coaching depth, energy fluidity, coaching balance, coaching expertise, coaching impact

 

We love having a variety of guests join us! Please remember that inviting someone to participate does not mean we necessarily endorse their views or opinions. We believe in open conversation and sharing different perspectives.

 

S6 Episode 28: Business Builder - The Surprising Power of Boundaries in Building a Sustainable Coaching Business with Frances Fogel

This episode features Frances Fogel, a marketing expert dedicated to ethical coaching. Despite a technical glitch, Claire Pedrick and Frances have time to explore how coaches can build sustainable businesses that honour their boundaries and values.

 

Frances’ community is https://betterbolderbraver.com/ If you’re in Claire’s community, we will be sharing with you a special offer for BBB https://www.patreon.com/c/clairepedrick 

 

Learning:

• The importance of seeing ourselves as a guide, not the hero
• How ethical marketing is about asking good questions and knowing when stories are about the thinker, not the coach.
• Building a sustainable coaching business involves clear boundaries, focusing on quality over quantity, and intentional time-off.
• Recognising the stages of awareness and tailoring marketing efforts accordingly.
• The value of understanding personal needs, limits, and boundaries for long-term success.
• Practical tools include Frances’ “starting with the numbers” guide for business planning and the five P's of positioning (persona, personality, product, price, purpose).

Contact:

• Contact Frances through Linked In https://www.linkedin.com/in/francesfogel/ 
• Contact Claire by emailing info@3dcoaching.com  or join our coaching community where you can talk with other listeners.

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• Subscribe or follow The Coaching Inn on your podcast platform or our YouTube Channel to hear or see new episodes as they drop.
• Find out more about 3D Coaching and get new ideas and offers in our weekly email.

Keywords:

coaching, business builder, ethical marketing, storytelling, sustainability, boundaries, client awareness, personal growth, integrity, slow growth, authentic business, marketing strategies, coaching success, personal needs, business planning, positioning, client attraction, sustainable coaching, marketing confidence, coaching practice

 

We love having a variety of guests join us! Please remember that inviting someone to participate does not mean we necessarily endorse their views or opinions. We believe in open conversation and sharing different perspectives.

S6 Episode 27: Unmasking Burnout and Reclaiming Self with Rochelle Trow

This episode Claire Pedrick hears from Rochelle Trow about what happened as she left corporate success and began to get more self-aware. Rochelle shares how unmasking her true self led to healing, resilience, and being real.

 

Hear some practical tools to foster inner understanding without expensive coaching and why knowing yourself is essential before changing jobs.

 

Here’s the episode we talked about where Claire spoke with Elaine Lin Herring: https://thecoachinginn.podbean.com/e/s5-episode-9-unlearning-silence-a-journey-to-finding-your-voice-with-elaine-lin-hering/

 

Books: 

Awakening to Wholeness https://amzn.to/3PBoySY

Anchored https://amzn.to/4tTGVR2

Contact:

• Contact Rochelle through Linked In https://www.linkedin.com/in/executivecoachhr/ 
• rochelletrow.com 
• Contact Claire by emailing info@3dcoaching.com  or join our coaching community where you can talk with other listeners.

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Keywords:

unmasking, leadership, personal fulfillment, burnout, self-awareness, corporate success, vulnerability, authenticity, childhood beliefs, self-compassion, accountability, resilience, emotional depth, transformation, self-identity, inner understanding, democratize self-awareness, healing, introspection, self-worth

 

We love having a variety of guests join us! Please remember that inviting someone to participate does not mean we necessarily endorse their views or opinions. We believe in open conversation and sharing different perspectives.

S6 Episode 26: Why Listening to Claire Fitzsimmons' Journey Unveils New Perspectives on Wellbeing and Creativity

Today Claire Pedrick MCC meets Claire Fitzsimmons to hear about her path from art curator to emotional wellbeing advocate. That love of spaces and care to make spaces work blends into her work now in wellbeing and emotions coaching. Hear how her diverse experiences shape her holistic health approaches. Claire offers practical insights for balancing inward self-connection with outward community engagement.

We explore emotions coaching versus therapy, the role of personal rituals, like reading and swimming, in managing dysregulation and the power of community events and shared storytelling in fostering connection.

Books we talked about:

• If Lost, Start Here (Claire’s book)
• Battersea Park Road to Enlightenment
• Dear Reader: The Comfort and Joy of Books by Cathy Rentzenbrink 

 

Contact:

• Contact Claire F through Linked In  https://www.linkedin.com/in/claire-fitzsimmons-4130aa100/
• www.ifloststarthere.com 
• More Good Days - Substack
• It's A Lot Actually - Substack

• Podcast: The Thought I Kept

• Contact Claire P by emailing info@3dcoaching.com  or join our coaching community where you can talk with other listeners.

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• Find out more about 3D Coaching and get new ideas and offers in our weekly email.

Keywords:

wellbeing, emotional health, coaching strategies, midlife visibility, environments, emotional wellbeing, systemic support, community engagement, personal rituals, self-care, emotions coaching, therapy boundaries, holistic health, societal influences, mental health, inclusive spaces, storytelling, self-awareness, visibility challenges, tailored practices

 

We love having a variety of guests join us! Please remember that inviting someone to participate does not mean we necessarily endorse their views or opinions. We believe in open conversation and sharing different perspectives.

S6 Episode 25: How Getting Beyond Small Talk Builds Leadership Trust and Transforms Team Performance with Naomi Regan and Lynsey Kitching

Claire Pedrick talks with Naomi Regan and Lynsey Kitching who explore how everyday conversations shape effective leadership. Hear about their insights from writing their book, Beyond Small Talk, and how simple, meaningful exchanges can transform team dynamics and how leadership lands.

 

Contact:

• Contact Lynsey and Naomi  through Linked In 
  • https://www.linkedin.com/in/lynseykitching-leadershipexpert/
  • https://www.linkedin.com/in/naomiregan/ 
  • https://capepeopledevelopment.co.uk/ 
• Contact Claire by emailing info@3dcoaching.com  or join our coaching community where you can talk with other listeners.

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• Find out more about 3D Coaching and get new ideas and offers in our weekly email.

Keywords:

leadership, small talk, team performance, trust building, leadership conversations, hybrid work, leadership effectiveness, team dynamics, everyday dialogue, leadership tools, simplify leadership, amplify conversations, leadership transformation, human leadership, authentic leadership, leadership impact, conversational shifts, modern leadership, leadership trends, coaching strategies

 

We love having a variety of guests join us! Please remember that inviting someone to participate does not mean we necessarily endorse their views or opinions. We believe in open conversation and sharing different perspectives.

S6 Episode 24 Why Solitude Isn't Loneliness - Coaches Can Unlock Deeper Self-Awareness with this Surprising Insight with Tsvety Roo

Discover the power of solo travel as Claire Pedrick talks to Tsvety Roo. Practical insights on overcoming fears, building meaningful connections, and turning travel into a purposeful business. 

 

Whether you’re a seasoned traveler or just considering stepping out alone, this episode offers clarity and encouragement to embrace the journey!

 

Tsvety Roo’s story began with loneliness and grew into self-discovery through solo travel. She talks about the important difference between loneliness and solitude, and how solitude reveals self-awareness.

 

Tsvety might well inspire you to go out for dinner alone!

 

Contact:

• Contact Tsvety Roo https://www.linkedin.com/in/tsvetyroo/
• https://www.instagram.com/tsvetyroo/ 
• You Tube @TsvetyRoo 
• Contact Claire by emailing info@3dcoaching.com  or join our coaching community where you can talk with other listeners.

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Keywords:

solo travel, coaching transformation, self-awareness, resilience building, fear to freedom, deep connections, hidden values, solitude insights, client growth, personal development, travel lessons, coaching breakthroughs, emotional growth, relationship building, self-discovery, travel insights, coaching strategies, transformative travel, client empowerment, coaching tips

 

We love having a variety of guests join us! Please remember that inviting someone to participate does not mean we necessarily endorse their views or opinions. We believe in open conversation and sharing different perspectives.