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S3 Episode 39: Coaching and Improv with Pippa Evans

Improv Your Life is one of the top 3 coaching books we recommend because it gets into not knowing - and it’s SIMPLE. Pippa Evans has done something huge for the coaching profession without knowing it. We talk about offering something to another person to do with what they will; being in relation to another without losing yourself. And don’t judge a scene until it’s finished - or you have checked out before the end.

 

A great resource for coaches. And you will make your own meaning from what you hear. 

 

Takeaways

• Improv can teach us about accepting where we are, building on ideas, and listening to ourselves and others in a complex world.
• Making offers in improv is about giving something tangible or energetic to others to build upon.
• Don't judge a scene or conversation until it's finished; focus on being present and listening.
• Failure in improv doesn't have to be a big mistake; it's an opportunity to learn and grow.
• Improvisation can be a valuable tool for coaches to enhance their presence and spontaneity.

Contact Pippa through www.pippaevans.com

 

And our other two recommendations are Listen by Kathryn Mannix and Simplifying Coaching by Claire Pedrick 

 

The next 3D Coaching Improv training on presence is https://www.3dcoaching.com/coaching-with-presence/ This is now available online and on site.

 

Keywords

improv, coaching, connection, co-creation, offers, acceptance, judgment, presence, not knowing 

 

S3 Episode 38: The Music of Coaching with Lucy and Amy Bolster

Lucy is training with 3D to be a coach and was instrumental in helping Claire deepen connections between music and coaching.

Today Lucy and her daughter Amy join Claire Pedrick MCC at The Coaching Inn. Amy is studying Music at university.

On ancient improvised music ‘unless you’re immersed in it, you can’t do it’

‘It has to go wrong - that’s where the best learning has taken place’

Coaching ‘is a conversation that’s meant to be felt’ Rightsizing is ‘like a tuning fork’

 

Takeaways

• Coaching and music share similarities in terms of trust, connection, and the ability to let go of preconceived ideas.
• Both coaching and music require a collaborative and improvisational approach.
• The power dynamic in coaching is about connection, not control.
• Coaching conversations are unique and each one flows differently, similar to the improvisation in music.
• The journey of coaching is about learning to live in the process, not just following a set process.
• Performances in music and coaching conversations can evolve and sound different over time.
• Improvisation in music and coaching requires confidence and a deep understanding of the language and sound world.
• Coaching and music are both about co-creation and the joy of learning and exploring together.

Contact

Amy Bolster via Facebook

Lucy Bolster

 

Keywords
coaching, music, early music, collaboration, improvisation, trust, connection, co-creation

 

 

S3 Episode 37: Compassion in Coaching and Leadership with Kirstie Drummond Papworth

Kirstie Drummond Papworth comes to The Coaching Inn today to talk with Claire about her new book Compassionate Leadership.

We have a wide ranging conversation: What makes compassion powerful? We hear a lot about empathic leadership - how does compassionate leadership connect to this? Aren’t coaches already compassionate? Depth, research, wisdom and tips...

 

Takeaways

• Compassion has a powerful impact on individuals and organizations, improving well-being, resilience, engagement, and performance.
• Self-compassion is crucial for coaches and individuals, as it allows for gentleness, relaxation, and smarter decision-making.
• Noticing suffering and addressing biases are essential steps in cultivating compassion.
• Starting small and taking compassionate actions, even in less than a minute, can make a significant difference in someone's life.

Contact Kirstie through LinkedIn or kirstie@tangerinethistle.com

 

Keywords

compassionate leadership, individual change, organisational change, self-compassion, noticing suffering, biases, starting small

 

S3 Episode 36: Open Table - Coaching. Long Covid and Chronic Fatigue

Today Claire is joined by Claire Davies, Cat Gray and Zane McCormack  who share personal stories of chronic fatigue and how that informs their coaching.

 

Contact:

Claire Davies

Cat Gray

Zane McCormack

And Claire Pedrick

 

Takeaways

• Coaching can help individuals with long COVID and chronic fatigue find purpose and navigate the uncertainties of their condition.
• Healthcare professionals with long COVID face unique challenges due to their active and busy lifestyles being disrupted by fatigue and brain fog.
• Coaching can provide a space for individuals to express their experiences and emotions without seeking solutions or answers.
• Coaches working with individuals with chronic illness should be flexible and adaptable in their approach, considering the fluctuating nature of symptoms and energy levels.
• Compassion for oneself and the ability to ask for what is needed are important skills for individuals with long COVID and chronic fatigue to develop.
• Coaching can help individuals shift their mindset from focusing on physical limitations to finding gratitude and purpose in their experiences.

Keywords

coaching, long COVID, chronic fatigue, healthcare professionals, burnout, resilience, purpose, not knowing, chronic illness

 

 

S3 Episode 35: The Human Behind The Coach with Claire Pedrick & Lucia Baldelli

Meet Lucia Baldelli as she and Claire remember their favourite parts of the book writing process, and share a few nuggets of what’s coming.

UPDATE: Books is now available - order here

 

Takeaways

• Coaching is not just about mastery, but about cultivating qualities and being present in the coaching room.
• 'The Human Behind the Coach' focuses on the importance of humanity and connection in coaching.
• Our dreams for the book are to bring more attention to the inside development of coaches and to change the coaching world.
• The last chapter of the book is about how to use recordings effectively and will be available as a free resource - email info@3dcoaching.com

 

Sign up to 3D Ideas and you'll get early access to The Human Behind the Coach materials.

 

NB We have decided not to run a specific course based on the book. Contact info@3dcoaching.com to explore all kinds of ways you can deepen your learning with us.

 

Keywords

coaching, qualities, humanity, connection, book, training, recordings

 

 

S3 Episode 34: Open Table - Coaching Accreditation - What I Wish I’d Known

Why accredit as a coach? And what three coaches who have accredited with the International Coaching Federation have learned along the way.

• Start early
• Research the process
• Start recording early
• Plus lots more…

Takeaways

• Accreditation is a valuable stamp of approval that demonstrates a coach's commitment to professional standards and ethics.
• The accreditation journey takes time and requires patience and trust in the process.
• Listening to recordings of coaching sessions and receiving feedback from peers and mentors is a valuable learning experience.
• Accreditation involves personal growth and self-reflection, leading to a deeper understanding of oneself as a coach.
• Finding the right person for assessment and engaging in paid coaching work with non-coaches is important for professional development.
• Maintaining authenticity and trusting oneself throughout the accreditation process is crucial.

Contact:

• Andrew Cooke
• Zoe Dickinson
• Michael Hubbard
• https://www.3dcoaching.com/mentor-coaching/

If you'd like to do another Open Table and have accredited with AC, EMCC or APECS email info@3dcoaching.com and let's talk

 

Keywords

coaching, accreditation, journey, process, timing, personal growth, mentor coaching, recordings, assessment, authenticity, learning and development

S3 Episode 33: A History of Coaching with Teri-E Belf MCC

When Claire met Teri-E a few months ago, and found out she was the world’s first ICF MCC coach, she knew that Teri-E would make a great guest!

 

Listen to Teri-E re-remember some of the insights and events on the way. This is worth listening to - Teri-E’s recollection is that coaching began worldwide and then went to the US.  Some great insights in here… as the question has changed from ‘what is a coach’ to ‘who is your coach?’. Here is one person’s journey to building a profession that needs to be heard.

 

Takeaways

• Coaching is an excuse for an authentic conversation and a healing profession that focuses on making good things bigger.
• The coaching profession has evolved to include specialized areas, such as team coaching and business development.
• Coaching has the potential to bring together the internal and external aspects of a person's life.
• The coaching profession is becoming more focused on self-care and well-being for coaches.
• There are ongoing discussions and challenges around setting fees and addressing cultural and financial considerations in different regions.

Contact Teri-E through her website

 

Keywords

coaching journey, evolution of coaching, self-management, training, coaching profession, International Coach Federation, purposefulness, coaching supervision, mentor coaching, fees, cultural considerations

 

 

S3 Episode 32: Pain - The Ultimate Mentor - with Kevin Hunt

Claire Pedrick MCC talks to Physiotherapist and author Kevin Hunt about his new book: Pain: The Ultimate Mentor - when our body has wisdom to share with us and how the health hexagon helps us calibrate. Useful for coaches and for people living with persistent pain.

 

Takeaways

• Persistent pain is often a signal that something in our lifestyle is unsustainable and needs to change.
• Understanding the six elements of the health hexagon (sleep, diet, exercise, cognitive stimulus, emotional insight, and spiritual space) is crucial for creating a sustainable and balanced lifestyle.
• Negotiating with pain and working in partnership with our bodies can lead to a better understanding of our pain and its purpose.
• Pain can be seen as a mentor and guide, helping us make necessary changes and live a more sustainable life.
• The book aims to change people's narratives around pain and help them see it as a positive force for growth and change.

 

Contact Kevin through Linked In or his website http://www.spinalphysio.co.uk/

 

Keywords

pain, mentor, persistent pain, health hexagon, lifestyle, sustainable, balance

 

 

 

S3 Episode 31: Going Deeper in Coaching with Dr Mark Goulston

"When I put away checking the boxes, I just dived into their eyes and let their eyes take me wherever it needed to go."

This week Claire is in conversation with coach and psychiatrist Dr Mark Goulston. Mark is co-founder of the Deeper Coaching Institute and specialises in unblocking, unlocking and freeing high potential executives to reach their full potential when other conventional coaching approaches have failed. They cover all sorts, including listening, surgical empathy, connecting, feeling felt and going deeper in coaching.

 

Contact Info

Just Listen by Dr Mark Goulston

A Game Plan for Life: The Power of Mentoring by John Wooden

On Global Leadership/ Deeper Coaching Institute

Article: Mental Toughness and Resilience

 

Takeaways

• Deep listening is essential in coaching, especially when working with clients who are struggling with suicidal thoughts or deep despair.
• Engaging with clients at a deeper level can help them discover insights about themselves that are more important than strategies or tactics.
• Coaches can create a culture of empathy and connection by adopting a coaching mindset rather than a managerial mindset.
• Ego and humility play a significant role in effective leadership, with good bosses prioritizing empathy over their own ego.
• Educating clients about the process of going deeper and reliving traumatic experiences can help alleviate fears and create a safe space for healing. Deeper coaching involves helping individuals explore and express repressed emotions and trauma in a safe and empathetic environment.
• Mentors play a crucial role in personal and professional development, providing guidance, support, and wisdom.
• Human connection and compassion are powerful tools for healing and growth.
• Coaches should strive to be authentic and true to themselves, while also being mindful of the appropriate level of disclosure.
• The future of coaching lies in empowering individuals to be true to themselves and helping them see the power of authenticity in achieving performance and success.

 

Keywords

coaching, listening, suicide prevention, deep connection, empathy, leadership, ego, humility, culture-building, coaching, authenticity, vulnerability, deeper coaching, trauma, mentors, human connection, compassion

S3 Episode 30: The Dance of Coaching with Gary Crotaz

One of the chapters in The Human Behind The Coach is The Dance of Coaching. What does that mean? What is dancing in the moment? Today Claire is in conversation with coach and former professional dancer Dr Gary Crotaz. Hear Gary’s story on The Unlock Moment. Here we talk about partner dancing, connection and flow in coaching.

 

Some questions we are taking away: 

• What are the 5 points of connection in coaching?
• What are contortions in coaching?

Takeaways

• Coaching and dancing both require a deep sense of connection, balance, and movement.
• In coaching, it is important to be present and in flow with the other person, just like in dancing.
• Coaching is not about following a rigid script or technique, but about engaging in natural and meaningful conversation.
• The most powerful coaching conversations occur when there is a deep sense of connection and partnership.
• Coaches should focus on simplicity and responding to the other person, rather than trying to apply complex techniques.
• Both coaching and dancing require time and practice to develop the necessary skills and refine the art.

 

Contact Gary through Linked In

www.GaryCrotaz.com

 

Keywords

coaching, dancing, connection, presence, flow, simplicity, natural conversation, deep connection, partnership