The Coaching School

Send us Fan Mail Do you ever wonder how the exponential growth in coaching and the emergence of AI will shape the leadership landscape of 2024? Get ready to crack this intriguing puzzle! We're taking a deep dive into the future of leadership, discussing the thriving trend of coaching-specific certifications and the role of executive teams in leading by example. Strap in as we explore the conc...

Send us Fan Mail What if you could redefine your career path, not by job titles, but by what truly fuels your passion and desire? As we grapple with this provocative question, we take you on a journey of self-discovery, through a powerful coaching process. We start by emphasizing the importance of genuine self-reflection, revealing what you love, what you dislike, your strengths, and areas you can...

Send us Fan Mail Are we embracing an era where artificial intelligence (AI) could potentially replace the human factor in professional coaching? Today, we're diving into this hot topic, exploring the intricate balance between AI's efficiency and the irreplaceable power of human connection. As AI seamlessly integrates into our daily lives, enhancing everything from slide decks to content...

Send us Fan Mail Ready to unlock the powerful concept of grit? We promise you'll leave this episode with an inspiring new perspective on the role of effort, purpose, and motivation in our lives. Drawing on the transformative insights from Angela Duckworth's book, Grit, we dissect how this seemingly simple concept can redefine coaching practices. You'll hear about the profound impact...

Send us Fan Mail Are you ready to revolutionize your leadership strategy? This episode of our podcast unveils a potent tool that could seriously upgrade how you coach your team. We're talking about none other than the dynamic whiteboard coaching model. This coaching technique not only aids in understanding motivation but helps you manage your team more effectively. It's all about facilit...

Send us Fan Mail What if your manager's offer of promotion isn't what you want or need? What happens when a well-intentioned company decision doesn't align with your intrinsic motivators? This is what we unpack in our discussion of the 'coaching teeter totter.' We examine the balance between a manager's expectations and an employee's aspirations using a real-life...

Send us Fan Mail What if you could unlock the secret to understanding what truly motivates people and apply this knowledge effectively in workplace scenarios? Welcome to our latest podcast episode, where we unravel this fascinating topic and share experiences from our work with a financial institution. We discuss the critical importance of asking the right questions that help individuals identify...

Send us Fan Mail Imagine if you could unlock abilities within yourself to push past the status quo and truly improve your craft. That's exactly what we're delving into today, exploring the power of self-awareness and the value of continuous improvement. We reflect on how our journey to success isn't always a straight line and discuss the role of grit in shaping our path. We ponder o...

Send us Fan Mail Wonder why some people seem fueled by passion while others struggle to find motivation? Discover how motivation is a deeply personal concept, one that's intimately tied to our life stories and individual circumstances. In this engaging conversation, we unravel the tale of a young sales leader who grapples with motivating a seasoned sales veteran, only to uncover a surprising,...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered how you could take your career from point A to point B? This is your chance to absorb the transformative knowledge that supplemental coaching provides. We delve into the thrilling world of self-guided learning using resources such as books, videos, and online courses, and illustrate this with the example of Mark, a budding marketing and data analytics professional. F...

Send us Fan Mail Are you ready to enter the fascinating intersection of leadership coaching and artificial intelligence? This episode catapults you into the midst of a captivating debate - are leaders going to delegate their coaching responsibilities to AI platforms, or is the irreplaceable value of the traditional leader-subordinate relationship still paramount? Get ready to decrypt this intrigui...

Send us Fan Mail Are you taking control of your career or are you letting your company do it for you? Break free from complacency as we guide you on a journey to career ownership, a path where you no longer rely on your company for career progression. We discuss the importance of consistency, continuity, and the crucial role of coaching in achieving your career goals.  We'll also be revisitin...

Send us Fan Mail Are you part of the 71% feeling neutral or disengaged at work, and yearning for a significant shift? Brace yourself for a profound journey as we unpack the power of differentiation in the workplace through a comprehensive lens. In a world where the pandemic has left companies scrambling, we remind you that the reins of your career are in your hands. We challenge you to embrace the...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered how to create a cohesive and effective career coaching experience? We've got the answers for you. In our chat today, we get into the nitty-gritty of maintaining consistency in coaching career conversations. We'll delve into the use of a learning project, a powerful tool that helps tie coaching sessions together, creating a sense of continuity and setting cl...

Send us Fan Mail Are you ready for a revolution in your sales approach? Brace yourself as we navigate the dynamic landscape of sales in the era of artificial intelligence. We explore how technology is transforming the industry while emphasizing the timeless importance of human connection. Hear about our innovative concept at Progress Coaching - the sales coaching loop; a model designed to challeng...

Send us Fan Mail Ever thought about supercharging your career conversations? How about harnessing the art of goal-based and whiteboard coaching to catapult your professional growth? This episode is your roadmap to these transformative strategies. We embark on a journey that starts with goal-based coaching, where the simple act of asking about Goals, Opportunities, Actions, and Love can be the cata...

Send us Fan Mail What if the key to a motivated team lies not in your hands, but in their aspirations? You're about to discover the art of stimulating career conversations that ignite passion, foster development opportunities, and drive motivation. With a startling 41% of employees seeking new jobs due to a lack of career development conversations, we delve into the power of understanding wha...

Send us Fan Mail Ever faced a major setback that felt like an insurmountable mountain? Let me take you through my journey of bouncing back after a major financial crisis. This episode throws light on the power of grit - guts, resilience, intensity, and tenacity. We explore its role in tackling obstacles and inching closer to your goals, with insights from Angela Duckworth's transformative TED...

Send us Fan Mail Imagine transforming your professional life and relationships just by becoming more self-aware. In our latest episode, we're equipping you with the tools to do just that, as we explore the transformative power of self-awareness and the technique of supplemental coaching. We take you through the journey of a banker who, through our coaching, learns to observe, reflect and unde...

Send us Fan Mail Want to become the catalyst that transforms your workplace culture? This episode dives into the core of fostering positivity and combating negativity, with a unique perspective on the role of a coaching champion - a change agent who transcends leadership boundaries. We'll equip you with seven key strategies to champion positivity, from acknowledging exemplary work to coaching...

Send us Fan Mail Are you the person at the bakery, engrossed in a conversation and utterly oblivious to a customer waiting on you? Or maybe you're the person who, in a rush, cuts across traffic and gives someone else a heart-stopping moment? Today, we're talking self-awareness and the magnitude of our actions on others - a topic sparked off by two personal experiences that burgeoned into...

Send us Fan Mail Do you ever feel like you're stumbling through conversations, unaware of the impact of your words and actions? Imagine the possibilities if you could unlock the power of self-awareness, understanding the effect of your communication and behavior on others. This episode offers a deep dive into the transformative power of self-awareness, and how it can open countless doors in y...

Send us Fan Mail Did you know that owning up to our shortcomings is crucial for self-awareness and can dramatically boost our personal and professional skills? I (your host) embarked on an introspective journey, spurred by my alarmingly low empathy score, and today, I'll be sharing this transformative experience with you. We're going to discuss how self-awareness is key to improving conv...

Send us Fan Mail Has anyone ever pointed out a trait you weren't aware you possessed? People's lack of self-awareness often becomes a topic of discussion; we aim to change that narrative in this episode. We share the importance of practicing self-awareness and how asking the right questions can be the catalyst to a fulfilling journey of self-discovery. The art of inquiring open-ended que...

Send us Fan Mail Get ready to revolutionize your workplace interactions with our enlightening discussion on conversation readiness, situational readiness, and creating engaging follow-up dialogues. This episode is brimming with practical examples and valuable insights, including an unexpected common ground found between a boss and subordinate, proving that work is not the only topic to bond over....