Coach to Coach

What drives you? Unlock the strength of Belief 💡 In this replay episode of Coach to Coach, Brandon, Jana Cardona, and Kelly Merbler delve into the strength of Belief, exploring its significance in personal and professional contexts. They share personal stories, discuss the interplay between Belief and other strengths, and emphasize the importance of understanding values in coaching and leadership...

Master of Multitasking? Discover the Power of the Arranger 🔄 In this replay episode, Brandon Miller, along with strengths experts Chani and Aashi, delve into the Arranger strength from the CliftonStrengths framework. They explore how this strength manifests in daily life, particularly in the context of multitasking, efficiency, and balancing various priorities. The conversation highlights the uni...

Are you always searching for the "why" behind the "what"? 🔎 In this replay episode, Brandon Miller sits down with Jen Pasquale and Adriane Massey to dive deep into the Analytical strength, how it manifests in different ways, what it looks like in action, and why it's essential in both coaching and personal growth. Together, they unpack how Analytical minds thrive on data, crave clarity, and wrest...

In this replay episode, Brandon Miller discusses the strength of Adaptability with guests Kevin Lo and Jamal Cornelious. They share their personal journeys with strengths, how Adaptability plays a crucial role in their lives, and how it pairs with other strengths like Communication and Maximizer. The conversation explores the challenges and contrasts of Adaptability in professional environments, t...

Winning connection and energy with the strength of Woo  ✨ In this episode of Coach to Coach, Sarah Collins and Angela Steel dive into the strength of Woo (Winning Others Over) and how it shapes connection, collaboration, and energy in both work and life. They explore Woo's dynamic interplay with other strengths like Positivity, Empathy, Harmony, and Activator, unpacking common misconceptions and...

Strategic thinkers see patterns others miss 🔍 In this episode of Coach to Coach, Brandon Miller is joined by Kathy Kersten and Lisa Cummings to explore the power of the Strategic strength from the CliftonStrengths framework. They dive into how Strategic shows up in leadership, coaching, and team dynamics highlighting how intuition, pattern recognition, and decision-making drive clarity and progre...

Striving to make a lasting impact with the strength of Significance 🌟 In this episode of Coach to Coach, Brandon Miller explores the bold and driven strength of Significance with Kelly Flynn and Lela Meinke who lead with a deep desire to be seen, heard, and valued for meaningful contributions. They discuss how Significance shows up in leadership, the balance between ambition and affirmation, and...

We're hitting "replay" and raising a mug of cocoa! ☕️🎄 Each year, our PeopleForward Network team takes a full holiday break to rest, be with our people, and come back recharged for the new year. So this week, instead of a brand-new episode, we're sharing one of our all-time favorite conversations for you to enjoy again. Curl up, press play, and soak in the inspiration while you enjoy your own ho...

What really happens when you're wired to win, check all the boxes, and still feel like it's not enough? 🤔 In this episode, host Brandon Miller is joined by Kelly Dries and Aliza Litke, two high-performing leaders who both live and lead with the Achiever strength… in totally different ways. They get real about burnout, boundaries, and why crossing things off a to-do list feels so satisfying. From...

Leading with confidence and calm under pressure with the strength of Self-Assurance 🛡️ In this episode of Coach to Coach, Brandon Miller engages with Kori Czasnojc and Jennifer Selke to explore the often-misunderstood strength of Self-Assurance and how it shows up in leadership and coaching. They discuss how this rare strength drives internal conviction, resilience, and trust in one's decisions, e...

Solving problems with care and clarity through the strength of Restorative 🛠️ In this episode of Coach to Coach, Brandon Miller engages with Dr. Erin Wheeler and Svetlana Sereda to explore the strength of Restorative and its role in coaching, leadership, and personal growth. They discuss how this strength shows up alongside others like Intellection and Responsibility, and how it helps individuals...

Showing up with consistency and care through the strength of Responsibility 🧭 In this episode of Coach to Coach, Brandon Miller discusses the theme of Responsibility with strengths coaches Brenda Jochum and Angeline Soon. They explore personal experiences with this strength, its superpowers, and the challenges it brings in both personal and professional life. The conversation dives into how Respo...

Building trust and deepening connection with the strength of Relator 🤝 In this episode of Coach to Coach, Brandon Miller, Stacy Crawford, and Ray Swarts explore the loyal, connection-driven strength of Relator and how it helps leaders foster meaningful relationships at work and beyond. They share how Relator brings depth, trust, and authenticity to team dynamics, while also examining the potentia...

Leading with optimism and setting boundaries with the strength of Positivity ☀️ In this episode of Coach to Coach, Brandon Miller, Jaclynn Robinson and Jane McCarthy explore the energizing strength of Positivity and how it uplifts people, teams, and culture. They dive into how Positivity fuels hope, helps reframe challenges, and creates momentum through celebration and encouragement. The conversat...

Creating clarity and impact with the strength of Maximizer ✨ In this episode of Coach to Coach, Brandon Miller speaks with Jayne Jenkins and Anthony Kavouras about how their shared Maximizer strengths shape the way they work, lead, and collaborate. They unpack how Maximizers thrive on refining what's already working, and how that mindset can drive high performance when paired with clear prioritie...

Embracing growth and curiosity with the strength of Learner 📚 In this episode of Coach to Coach, Brandon Miller is joined by Lindsay Moskovitz and Jeff Williamson to explore the dynamic, ever-evolving strength of Learner and how it fuels development in leadership and life. They share how a love for learning drives momentum, strengthens relationships, and builds confidence across different roles a...

Thinking deeply and honoring complexity with the strength of Intellection 🧠 In this episode of Coach to Coach, Brandon Miller is joined by Caroline Dey and Dave Taylor to explore the reflective, thought-centered strength of Intellection and how it shapes their growth, leadership, and coaching. They share how Intellection helps them slow down to think critically, ask better questions, and process...

Gathering knowledge and fueling curiosity with the strength of Input 📚 In this episode of Coach to Coach, Brandon Miller engages with Ken Barr Jr. and John M. DeMarco to explore the resourceful, inquisitive strength of Input and how it drives growth, insight, and connection in leadership and coaching. They share how Input helps them collect meaningful ideas, retain valuable resources, and stay cu...

Coaching through uniqueness and building trust with the strength of Individualization 🧩  In this episode of Coach to Coach, Brandon Miller, Alicia Santamaria, and Eduardo Villavicencio-Vizcaino explore the deeply personalized strength of Individualization and how it unlocks connection, trust, and performance in leadership and coaching. They share how this strength helps them recognize the unique...

Making space for every voice with the strength of Includer 🤗 In this episode of Coach to Coach, Jonathan and Petra join Brandon to explore the inviting, connection-driven strength of Includer and how it fosters belonging, collaboration, and psychological safety in teams. They share how Includer helps them notice who's being left out, ask better questions, and bring people together across lines of...

Exploring ideas and sparking innovation with the strength of Ideation 💡 In this episode of Coach to Coach, Brandon Miller, Maika Leibbrandt, and Zane Grace come together to unpack the energetic, inventive strength of Ideation and how it fuels creative thinking, problem-solving, and breakthrough insights. They share how Ideation shapes their coaching, energizes collaboration, and helps them naviga...

Creating connection and resolving conflict with the strength of Harmony 🤝 In this episode of Coach to Coach, Shauna and Shu join Brandon to explore the steady, relationship-centered strength of Harmony and how it supports understanding, collaboration, and peace within teams. They share how Harmony helps them move through conflict with care, build mutual respect, and foster environments where ever...

Seeing what's next and shaping what's possible with the strength of Futuristic 🔮 In this episode of Coach to Coach, Jennifer and Analia join Brandon to explore the energizing, future-forward strength of Futuristic and how it inspires vision, hope, and long-term growth. They share how this strength helps them dream big, stay motivated, and move teams toward purpose-driven goals. From navigating th...

Blocking out noise, dialing into purpose — the strength of Focus 🎯 In this episode of Coach to Coach, Brent and Kristen join Brandon to unpack the powerful, often misunderstood strength of Focus and how it drives clarity, momentum, and achievement. From the playing field to the political arena to everyday coaching, they share how Focus shows up in their lives and helps them cut through distractio...

Feeling it all — the strength and stretch of Empathy 💠 In this episode of Coach to Coach , Pari, John and Brandon dive deep into the emotional intelligence superpower that is Empathy and the complexity that comes with it. They explore how Empathy enhances their coaching presence, deepens connection, and creates safer spaces for others to open up. But they also name the tension: the emotional weig...