The Coach Within

What does  mastery  look like in coaching today — and how are the  ICF Core Competencies evolving in 2025 ? In this episode of  The Coach Within , Coach Jedi unpacks the  latest updates to the 8 ICF Core Competencies , based on years of global research, feedback, and practice since the 2019 refresh. Whether you’re an aspiring ACC, an experienced PCC, or a mentor MCC, this episode will help you  un...

What does it really mean to reach  mastery  in coaching? In this episode of  The Coach Within , MCC coaches Sophia and Jedi unpack the paradox of  “Messy Mastery.” Together, they explore how coaching mastery is less about perfection and more about  play, curiosity, rediscovery, and love for the human being.  From embracing uncertainty and frustration to drawing inspiration from the “messy” workspa...

Are you preparing for your ACC or PCC exam, or simply seeking to elevate your ethical coaching practice? This session is essential for coaches navigating complex ethical scenarios and striving for excellence. We begin by exploring how to engage in ethical conversations without fear, guilt, or avoidance – a common challenge often presented in certification exams. This episode critically differentia...

Welcome to "The coach within," where transformation begins from the inside out. In this crucial episode, your host Coach Jedi dives deep into the ethical frontier of coaching, focusing on navigating the gray zones and ethical ambiguity with wisdom, courage, and fortitude. This discussion is essential for all coaches – whether you're an organizational, leadership, life, relationship, or even childr...

Welcome to "The coach within," where transformation begins from the inside out. In this crucial episode, your host Coach Jedi dives deep into the ethical frontier of coaching, presenting 10 challenging questions focused on navigating the gray zones with wisdom, courage, and fortitude . This discussion is essential for all coaches – whether you're an organizational, leadership, life, relationship,...

Welcome to "The coach within," where transformation begins from the inside out. In this crucial Part 2 episode, your host Coach Jedi dives deep into the ethical frontier of coaching, focusing on navigating the gray zones with wisdom, courage, and fortitude . This discussion is essential for all coaches – whether you're an organizational, leadership, life, relationship, or even children's coach – a...

Welcome to "The coach within," where transformation begins from the inside out. In this crucial episode, your host Coach Jedi dives deep into the ICF Code of Ethics , focusing intensely on its four Core Values : Professionalism, Collaboration, Humanity, and Equity . This discussion is essential for coaches, leaders, and anyone on a journey of personal growth, offering clarity, sparking insight, an...

Welcome to "The coach within," where transformation begins from the inside out. In this crucial episode, your host Coach Jedi dives deep into the ICF Code of Ethics , specifically exploring its purpose , core values , and the commitments required from all within the ICF ecosystem . This discussion is essential for coaches, leaders, and anyone on a journey of personal growth, offering clarity, spar...

The episode introduces the powerful framework developed by Coach Jedi called the 3A Ethical Presence Model: Aware, Assess, and Act . Learn to be aware of your own beliefs, generational attitudes, and personal triggers that might influence your coaching. For instance, recognizing if a client's request, such as "teach me how to become a better person," falls beyond the scope of coaching, or if a sen...

Welcome to The Coach Within , your guide to mastering the art of coaching. In this crucial episode, part of our Coaching Mastery Series , we delve deep into the foundational element of professional coaching: ethics . Coach Jedi emphasizes that ethics is not an endpoint, but an ongoing journey for coaches, a core tenet for true mastery. This isn't a generic discussion on right and wrong; we exp...

Welcome to The Coach Within ! In this episode, your host, Coach Jedi , brings you a powerful live coaching demonstration that exemplifies mastery in coaching through a truly co-creative approach . Whether you're an aspiring coach, a seasoned leader, or someone on a journey of personal growth, this session offers a unique window into how transformative conversations can unfold. Join us as we wi...

Welcome to Brave Your Story - The Coach Within , the podcast where transformation begins from the inside out! Your host, Coach Jedi , explores coaching conversations that unlock clarity, spark insight, and bring you closer to your purpose. In this special episode, we're joined by Dr. Nash Siamwalla , a remarkable individual and a former classmate of Coach Jedi, now a participant in Mr. Gay Univers...

Welcome back to The Coach Within ! In this transformative episode, your host, Coach Jedi , is joined by Irene to bring you an exclusive masterclass on acing your ICF ACC Credentialing Exam . This episode goes beyond simply passing; it's designed to equip you with the mindset, strategies, and preparation needed to truly excel. Whether you're a coach, a leader, or on a journey of personal gr...

Welcome back to the Coach Within podcast! In this episode, host Coach Jedi kicks off a new series designed to help you develop your coaching competency skill sets for the ACC, PCC, and MCC credential levels. While mastery is a continuous journey of learning and growth, not just about credentials, this episode focuses on the ACC (Associate Certified Coach) minimum skill requirement for ICF Core Com...

This episode of "The Coach Within," hosted by Coach Jedi, delves into a key concept in coaching: the coaching mindset . It moves beyond the common confusion between a fixed mindset and a growth mindset, explaining that while a growth mindset has merits, it doesn't fully encompass what a coaching mindset is about. The episode emphasizes the importance of embracing the idea that the wo...

Welcome back to Ep 9 of Brave Your Story This episode explores the powerful conversation between regret (yi han 遺憾 ) and to cherish (zhen xi 珍惜 ) , drawing deep insights from the pictographic nature of traditional Chinese characters. Discover how yi han is not just a mistake, but the lingering ache of something precious that was once near but has moved away. Learn how zhen xi is more than just...

In this episode, "Mastery in Coaching - Going from Good to Great (Coach vs Client Mindset) Part 4," we delve into the critical interplay between the mindset of the coach and that of the client in the coaching process. Building upon our previous discussions on the coaching mindset and its foundation of self-awareness, self-regulation, and self-development, as well as the six key domains o...

Welcome back to the Coach Within with your host, Coach Jedi. In this episode, 'Mastery in Coaching - Going from Good to Great (6 Domains of Coaching Mindset) Part 3', We delve deeper into the practical application of developing a masterful coaching mindset. Coach Jedi explores the crucial concept that true coaching mastery isn't about accumulating more techniques, but about a profound deepening of...

Welcome back to The Coach Within ! In Episode 6 , we continue our deep dive into the crucial elements of coaching mastery and what it truly takes to move "From Good to Great." Following our previous discussion on the foundational nature of the coaching mindset, host Coach Jedi now unpacks the three key fundamentals that underpin this essential competency. This episode reveals that a truly effectiv...

Welcome back to The Coach Within! In Episode 5 , the first installment of our new series on mastering coaching , host Coach Jedi dives into the crucial journey of "Going from Good to Great" by exploring the very foundation: the coaching mindset . Many wonder if coaching mastery lies in accumulating skills and techniques, but this episode reveals that true mastery begins with a fundamenta...

In this episode of Coach Within, discover how to master the crucial first step in any coaching engagement: the chemistry call . Also known as discovery or opportunity calls, these initial conversations are vital for building intimate connections and establishing trust with potential clients. Learn why this formative conversation setup , happening before any formal coaching begins, significantly im...

Dive deep with Jedi on "The Coach Within" into the ICF Code of Ethics—a compass for coaches navigating the shadows of integrity and trust. In this episode, we dive deep into the newly updated  ICF Code of Ethics (2024 Edition), effective from April 2025  and explore what it means to practice coaching with integrity in an ever-evolving world. Whether you’re a credentialed coach, trainer, mentor, or...

Step into Brave’s raw, shadowed world with Jedi on "The Coach Within." He’s not a hero—just Tallow, a boy from Cragmoor, rejected, quiet, running from a village that drowned him in mud and scorn. A stolen finder’s stone pulls him to the Valley of Echoes, a jagged place where cliffs hum with lost truths. Here, the air’s thick, the ground growls, and creatures—Gorrim the stone guardian, Ly...

What makes a conversation stick with you? I’m Jedi, your coach on "The Coach Within," and in this debut, I’m diving solo into thought-provoking talks—moments that halt life’s rush, ignite self-reflection, and bring clarity. "Brave Your Story" is my call to you—let’s unlock your journey through real, personalized conversations. Why’s a pause so powerful? How can one question flip your view? I’m unp...