The Coach Approach Ministries Podcast

Podcast Notes Episode 448 Coaching as Ministry Hosts: Brian Miller, PCC and Chad Hall, MCC Date: January 16, 2025 In this episode, Brian Miller, Executive Director of Coach Approach Ministries, and Chad Hall, President, explore the idea of coaching as a transformative form of ministry. Chad reflects on his transition from pastoral ministry to coaching, emphasizing how coaching facilitates real-lif...

Podcast Notes Episode 447: Navigating Business Stages with Steve Graves Host: Brian Miller, PCC Guest: Steve Graves, DMin Date: January 9, 2025 In this episode, Brian Miller, Executive Director of Coach Approach Ministries, is joined by Steve Graves ( www.stephenrgraves.com ), a seasoned coach for leaders and entrepreneurs. They explore the intersection of faith, business, and leadership, diving i...

Podcast Notes Episode 446: Building Your Flywheel for 2025 Hosts: Brian Miller and Chad Hall Date: January 2, 2025 Tagline: Kickstart your momentum and set a purposeful path for 2025 with insights on building an unstoppable flywheel of growth and impact. Episode Highlights: Welcome to 2025! Brian and Chad reflect on entering a new year with optimism. Light-hearted banter about future celebrations...

Brian and Chad discuss one of the core competencies of the International Coaching Federation, Evoking Awareness, and different ways to evoke awareness in their clients. Awareness should occur throughout the conversation Questions are only one way to evoke awareness Observations evoke awareness Metaphors or analogies evoke awareness A model or framework evokes awareness Awareness reveals itself in...

Podcast Notes:  Hosts: Brian Miller: Executive Director of Coach Approach Ministries (CAM) Chad Hall: Filled with the holiday spirit and ready to reflect on Christmas. Episode Summary In this special holiday-themed episode, Brian and Chad take a personal journey into the Christmas season. They share childhood memories, reflect on traditions, and delve into the deeper meaning of Christmas. While th...

Podcast Notes Host : Brian Miller, Executive Director of Coach Approach Ministries (CAM) Guest : Dr. Marcia Reynolds, renowned coach, author, and researcher Key Highlights : Introducing Dr. Marcia Reynolds : Dr. Reynolds is recognized as one of the world's best coaches and a pioneer in coaching research. Author of Coach the Person, Not the Problem, and the new book Breakthrough Coaching . Her appr...

Hosts: Brian Miller : Executive Director of Coach Approach Ministries (CAM) Chad Hall : President of Coach Approach Ministries Episode Summary: This episode dives into the art of creating effective proposals, especially in the context of coaching and consulting. Brian and Chad share their experiences, insights, and practical advice on how to develop and present proposals that build relationships,...

Brian discusses coaching trauma with Cathy Kuehni, who is a Trauma Informed Coach.   Recent organizational research shows three areas of need: Understanding what compassion fatigue is and how to heal it.  Understanding of anxiety and growing resilience. Healing unresolved trauma. Cathy Kuehni can be contacted at:  cathy@deliberateu.com   FOLLOW US: LinkedIn:http://www.linkedin.com/company/coach-ap...

In this episode, Brian Miller, Executive Director of Coach Approach Ministries (CAM), sits down with Chad Hall, President of CAM and creator of their new eCourse, Emotions in Coaching . The conversation delves into the vital role emotions play in coaching and personal growth, unpacking how understanding and navigating emotions can enhance both coaches and clients alike. Episode Highlights: Emotion...

Main Topic: Exploring the Working Genius Framework and Its Impact on Team Dynamics Key Concepts: Understanding Personal Genius The Working Genius framework helps individuals identify and embrace their unique strengths within teams. For instance, someone might feel insecure in strategic meetings until they recognize their natural genius for discernment, which allows them to filter and assess ideas...

Overview In this episode, Brian Miller, Executive Director of Coach Approach Ministries (CAM), talks with Chad Hall, CAM President and creator of the new e-course, Emotions in Coaching . They discuss why understanding emotions is essential in coaching, how emotions impact decision-making, and how coaches can leverage emotions to support clients effectively. Chad introduces his 3-part framework: Ex...

Brian and Chad discuss how the following quote applies to coaching: "Leadership requires disturbing people at a rate they can absorb"  -- Martin Linsky,  Leadership on the Line:  Staying Alive Through the Dangers of Leading   Subscribe & Connect: Website:  CoachApproachMinistries.org LinkedIn:  http://www.linkedin.com/company/coach-approach-ministries Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/coach.appr...

Episode Overview In this episode, Brian Miller from Coach Approach Ministries (CAM) welcomes MCC coach Lyssa deHart to discuss the powerful role metaphors play in coaching. Together, they explore how metaphors evoke awareness and facilitate deeper connections in coaching conversations, ultimately creating transformative experiences for clients. Key Insights on Metaphors in Coaching Metaphors evoke...

In this insightful episode, Brian and Chad dive deep into the world of signals—specifically, the signals clients give that reveal their readiness and commitment to coaching. Starting with an amusing analogy about peacocks and their colorful feathers, they explore how signals in nature can tell us a lot about the robustness and survivability of an individual. The conversation then shifts to how coa...

In this episode, Brian Miller, Executive Director of Coach Approach Ministries, sits down with Paul Burns, author of the new book S piritual Intelligence: Becoming Spiritually Intelligent – Nine Paths Toward Your Most Loving Self . Together, they explore the intersection of spiritual intelligence , emotional health , and attachment theory , diving into what it means to develop a Christ-centered ap...

In this episode of The Coach Approach Ministries Podcast , executive director Brian Miller (Cam for short) is joined by president Chad Hall to dive into the intriguing topic of "false synonyms." They explore how commonly confused terms can lead to misunderstanding in coaching, life, and leadership. Key Takeaways: What Are False Synonyms? Chad defines false synonyms as words or concepts we assume a...

In this episode of the Coach Approach Ministries podcast, Executive Director Brian Miller is joined by Travis Guse, who introduces his new book, Called2B , a discipleship guide designed to help individuals discern God's calling in their lives. Travis, who has served in various roles within the Southeastern district of his church body, shares how his book simplifies complex theological concepts int...

In this episode of the Coach Approach Ministries podcast, Executive Director Brian Miller and co-host Chad Hall dive into the intriguing concept of choosing your enemies wisely, inspired by Patrick Bet-David's book Your Next Five Moves . Chad shares his experience with the book, which, while primarily focused on business strategy, offers powerful insights on how identifying and engaging with your...

In this episode of the Coach Approach Ministries podcast, Brian Miller, Executive Director of CAM, interviews Christine Wethman, an expert in Appreciative Inquiry (AI) and author of Be Quick to Listen: Practice the Spiritual Discipline of Christian Listening . They discuss the fundamentals of Appreciative Inquiry, a process that emphasizes asking questions and listening to foster positive change i...

In this episode of the Coach Approach Ministries podcast, Brian Miller, the Executive Director (the integrator), and Chad Hall, (the visionary) President, delve into the powerful synergy between visionaries and integrators, inspired by Gino Wickman's "Traction" and "Rocket Fuel." They discuss how visionaries dream big and shape the future while integrators turn those visions into reality, ensuring...

As Associate Dean & Chair of Business at Montreat College's School of Adult and Graduate Studies, Dr. Paul Gratton is in a perfect position to help coaches think about how to develop their business, as well as give their clients a template for designing the client's business. Paul takes us through all nine areas of the model: Key activities Key resources Key partners Value Propositions Customer se...

In this episode of Coach Approach Ministries, Executive Director Brian Miller dives deep into the world of AI and coaching with special guest Tina Haisman, founder of Thrivia.ai. Tina shares her vision of making life coaching more accessible by creating an AI-powered coach that's available 24/7, while emphasizing the irreplaceable value of human connection. They discuss the challenges of training...

In this episode of the Coach Approach Ministries podcast, Brian Miller and Chad Hall dive deep into the mindset shift necessary for coaches to transition from passionate practitioners to successful business owners. They explore the essential distinctions between being a technician, a manager, and an entrepreneur, emphasizing that coaches need to embrace all three roles to grow their practice effec...

In this episode of the CAM Official podcast, Executive Director Brian Miller sits down with Dan Steigerwald to discuss the development of a coaching program at Fuller Seminary, specifically tailored for church planters. As Dan shares his journey of collaborating with Fuller and Cyclical Incorporated, listeners gain insights into the creation of a comprehensive coaching curriculum that blends robus...

Join Brian Miller, Executive Director of Coach Approach Ministries (CAM), and President Chad Hall in a lively and insightful discussion on the nuances of internal and external processing. This episode dives into how these different thinking styles impact communication and effectiveness in coaching. Brian and Chad share anecdotes and real-life examples, shedding light on the unique challenges and s...