Mastering Self-Review for Coaches: Growth Without Self-Loathing

SUMMARY

In this episode, Angie and John discuss the importance of self-review for coaches, comparing it to personal trainers who never exercise. They emphasize that effective self-evaluation helps coaches improve and avoid becoming complacent. Angie shares her journey of initially being uncomfortable with self-review, while John highlights the value of constructive feedback. Together, they explore the balance between constructive criticism and self-compassion, detailing how feedback and self-assessment can drive personal and professional growth. Practical tips include asking clients for feedback, reviewing coaching sessions objectively, and keeping track of progress. They also provide a free downloadable review questions sheet to assist coaches in their self-evaluation process.

Here's the link to the FREE (don't even need to give us your email) Self-Review Checklist: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1OTHh0vdF8eV0p9QGPRlFj2JoqClhLTkpe5mggB7oISw/edit?usp=sharing

Let us know if you find it helpful.

CHAPTERS

00:00 Introduction: Reflecting on Coaching Practices

00:33 The Importance of Self-Review

01:04 Personal Experiences with Self-Evaluation

02:29 Feedback from Others

03:53 Implementing Feedback for Growth

10:09 Client Feedback and Its Importance

12:04 Peer Review and Continuous Improvement

20:20 Questions for Self-Review

22:29 Conclusion: Keep Growing as a Coach

Want to contact the show? You can leave us a voicemail. It's free to do, and we might feature you on our next episode. All you need to do is go to https://speakpipe.com/thecoachingclinicpodcast and leave us a message. You can also find our clips and full episodes on the exclusive Coaching Clinic YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@coachingclinicpodcast

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Navigating Coaching During Turbulent Times: Ethical Boundaries and Client Care

SUMMARY

In this episode, Angie and John discuss the complexities of coaching clients amidst the backdrop of major world events and personal challenges. They explore how coaches can effectively hold space for clients without succumbing to toxic positivity, and the importance of checking in on clients’ emotional states. The conversation delves into the ethical boundaries coaches may need to set for themselves when clients' beliefs or behaviours conflict with their own values. They share personal anecdotes about handling difficult coaching situations and emphasise the need for professionalism and objectivity, inviting listeners to reflect on their own 'lines in the sand' in the coaching practice.

CHAPTERS

00:00 Introduction: The Stressful World We Live In

00:28 Coaching Amidst Global Chaos

00:53 Handling Personal and Global Events in Coaching

04:30 Checking In With Clients During Turbulent Times

08:41 Balancing Objectivity and Personal Beliefs

12:18 Navigating Moral and Ethical Boundaries

16:58 Professionalism and Personal Beliefs in Coaching

33:25 Conclusion: Reflecting on Coaching Challenges

Want to contact the show? You can leave us a voicemail. It's free to do, and we might feature you on our next episode. All you need to do is go to https://speakpipe.com/thecoachingclinicpodcast and leave us a message. You can also find our clips and full episodes on the exclusive Coaching Clinic YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@coachingclinicpodcast

You can send us a video or voice message on LinkedIn:

John's LinkedIn Profile or go to PresentInfluence.com for coaching enquiries with John

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Handling Sensitive Client Revelations in Coaching Sessions

In this welcome-back episode, Angie and John delve into the challenging scenario of clients unexpectedly revealing sensitive issues during coaching sessions. They discuss the importance of not overstepping boundaries and trying to become a therapist, but instead, how to handle such topics with skill and humanity. The conversation includes personal anecdotes and strategies for managing these moments, while maintaining a safe and supportive space for clients. They also touch upon maintaining emotional neutrality, asking guiding questions, and allowing clients to process their thoughts and emotions without feeling judged. Additionally, John and Angie discuss the broader application of 'holding space' and the significance of self-evaluating coaching sessions to continually improve and better support their clients.

00:00 Welcome Back: Handling Sensitive Topics in Coaching

01:09 First Experiences with Sensitive Topics

02:56 Navigating Emotional Responses

04:48 Balancing Empathy and Professional Boundaries

09:37 The Importance of Holding Space

16:40 Creating a Safe Space for Clients

32:35 Self-Evaluation and Continuous Improvement

34:02 Conclusion and Future Topics

Want to contact the show? You can leave us a voicemail. It's free to do, and we might feature you on our next episode. All you need to do is go to https://speakpipe.com/thecoachingclinicpodcast and leave us a message. You can also find our clips and full episodes on the exclusive Coaching Clinic YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@coachingclinicpodcast

You can send us a video or voice message on LinkedIn:

John's LinkedIn Profile or go to PresentInfluence.com for coaching enquiries with John

Angie's LinkedIn Profile or visit AngieSpeaks.com

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