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What if the greatest competitive advantage in an increasingly automated world isn't another piece of technology—but our ability to genuinely connect with one another? Executive coaching has increasingly become a strategic leadership investment. Benchmark research has reported returns ranging from 529% to 788%—roughly 5.3 to 7.9 times the initial investment—while research into human-centered leadership continues to highlight the importance of empathy, authenticity, communication, and meaningful connection. On this episode of Let's Have This Conversation, I sit down with Nathalie Blais, Founder and CEO of Coach Academy, TEDx speaker, and ICF Master Certified Coach, to explore a powerful premise: connection is not an assumption; it is a skill. At a time when communication can feel increasingly reactive and transactional, Nathalie challenges us to rethink how influence is built, how people create meaningful change, and why coaching skills are ultimately connection skills. For Nathalie, coaching isn't about fixing people or simply telling them what to do. It's about creating the conditions for insight, responsibility, growth, inclusion, and meaningful exchange. Her philosophy positions coaching as a language leaders can use to deepen relationships and create sustainable change across organizations, cultures, and systems. Nathalie brings extensive experience to this conversation, including more than 50,000 hours in facilitation, learning design, research, and education development. She has designed multiple ICF-accredited coach education programs and trained thousands of leaders and coaches around the world. Her research explores the deeply human forces that shape how we relate to one another—including fear, motivation, grief, compassion, and connection. Her forthcoming 2027 book examines why human-centered connection may become an even more critical capability as automation and artificial intelligence reshape how we live and work. Throughout our conversation, we explore the ROI of executive coaching, human-centered leadership, authentic influence, emotional intelligence, inclusion, organizational change, and the skills leaders will need to remain distinctly human in an AI-driven world. If connection can be learned, strengthened, and practiced, the question for every leader becomes: How intentionally are you developing it?   For More Information: https://canadacoachacademy.com/ Listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/connection-experiment-by-coach-academy/id1708030774 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every leadership problem that shows up in your team starts with something happening inside of you first.In this episode, Ryan Lang is joined by Natalie Hunter, transformational leadership coach, international speaker, and founder of the first ICF-accredited energy coaching training of its kind, to break down the four pillars of transformational leadership and why the leaders who are struggling most are almost always looking in the wrong direction. From vision and energy to skillset and scale, this conversation reframes what it means to lead in a way that creates real, lasting impact.If you are ready to lead at a higher level and build a brand that creates genuine transformation, listen to the Path To Mastery Podcast.Enjoy the podcast? Subscribe and leave a 5-star review!Natalie Hunter is the Chief Transformation Officer of PersonalBrand.com, where she supports 6 and 7-figure thought-leaders, world-changers & influencers to measurably expand their reach, influence, & success. A motivational speaker, trainer, coach, and student & teacher of transformation for more than two decades, Natalie has helped tens of thousands of leaders become an energetic match for the impact they desire to create. Through her proprietary coaching and transformation model, she helps her clients identify and shift to their next level with precision. Connect with Natalie Hunter:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nataliehunterlive/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nataliehunterlive/ Get to know more about PersonalBrand.comWebsite: https://agency.personalbrand.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/personalbrand/ Ryan Lang is the CEO of EMPIRE Partners and a highly sought-after performance coach and consultant. He helps establish business owners, coaches, and thought leaders transform from elite practitioners to transformational leaders by building businesses on five critical pillars instead of one wobbly leg. Over 20 years, he has guided 1000+ professionals to predictable, profitable growth using his Whole Performance Coaching methodology—combining sales mastery, strategic marketing, and human optimization principles that create lasting stability.Connect with Ryan Lang!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realryanlang/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-lang-b46a545b/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ryan.lang.984 Join our growing community of service-based practitioners, coaches, and founders inside our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/buildyourempires Learn more about Empire Partners: Website: https://empirepartners.net/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/empire-partners/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093312203714 Take the Path to Mastery Quiz to uncover the hidden roadblocks keeping you stuck: https://www.empirepartners.net/quiz?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=quiz-path-to-mastery 

Capisco ciò che provano i docenti quando vedono i propri studenti diventare professionisti affermati, soprattutto quando, nel loro percorso riconoscono le tracce di un insegnamento che ha contribuito a costruirne la carriera.È la sensazione che ho provato intervistando Sonja Caramagno, Master Certified Coach ICF e Presidente di ICF Italia nel 2026.Ho avuto l'occasione di accompagnare Sonja nei suoi primi passi nel coaching e di vederla, negli anni, crescere, affermarsi e costruire una carriera solida e autorevole. La sua storia incarna una mia frase che mi accompagna da sempre: La vita che vuoi è la sola che avrai. Sonja ha saputo ascoltarsi con umiltà, cambiare direzione quando necessario, rinunciare a opportunità rassicuranti e assumersi il rischio di inseguire ciò che sentiva essere il suo vero futuro.In questa intervista si racconta con autenticità e generosità, condividendo esperienze, scelte e apprendimenti. Lo sguardo si allarga poi a temi di grande attualità, come l'intelligenza artificiale e il suo impatto sul coaching, argomento al centro della Conferenza ICF Italia 2026.L'AI può offrire strumenti potenti, ma non può sostituire ciò che accade nell'incontro umano. Non percepisce le sfumature emotive di un cliente nel momento in cui compie un salto di consapevolezza, non coglie l'energia di un'intuizione trasformativa, non cresce insieme alla persona lungo il suo percorso.Nel coaching tra esseri umani c'è qualcosa di unico: una relazione che si sviluppa nel tempo, uno spazio di fiducia e presenza in cui due persone si incontrano davvero. Ed è proprio in questo incontro che spesso nascono le trasformazioni più profonde.Scuola di Coaching https://www.lifecoachitaly.it/Giovanna Giuffredi: https://giovannagiuffredi.it/

At his heaviest, Lewys Morgan-Smith weighed 300lb, ticked every box the fitness world told him to, and was completely miserable. It took a breathless moment on the stairs to make him rethink everything.In this episode of The Coaching Hub, I'm joined by Lewys, a mindset, physique and performance coach and founder of The Revival Coach. He shares an honest transformation story moving from a relentless search for external validation to a healthier relationship with himself and his work. We dig into what it takes to build lasting change, why quick fixes rarely stick, and how mindset and habits form the foundation of real transformation.Key topics covered:00:00 Intro: Meet Lewys Morgan-Smith02:35 Deep dive into bodybuilding life03:51 The dark side: eating disorder and self-critique05:18 Reaching 300lbs before the turning point07:30 Social media validation vs. self-validation13:04 Mindset: awareness, subconscious habits, self-understanding17:04 The myth of quick fixes and neural pathways19:07 Gut health's role in mood26:19 Validation loops and simple changes for mental health29:17 Matching identity, habits and a realistic lifestyle30:32 Mindset-first coaching in a physique-obsessed industry31:47 The importance of authentic role models.About Lewys Morgan-SmithLewys Morgan-Smith is a mindset, physique and performance coach, founder of The Revival Coach. After over a decade in the fitness industry, his work is shaped as much by his mistakes as his successes.Originally coming from a competitive bodybuilding background, Lewys spent years chasing extreme physiques and learned firsthand how easy it is to sacrifice health, balance, and identity in the process. That experience led him to step away from competition and rebuild his approach from the ground up.Today, he helps driven people build strong, lean bodies while creating discipline, confidence, and a healthier relationship with themselves and fitness.His coaching focuses on real, sustainable change rather than quick fixes or perfection. Through his growing Revival ecosystem, Lewys is on a mission to help people reclaim control of their health, habits, and attention in a world that constantly pulls them away from it.Connect with Lewys:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lewysmorgansmith/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/therevivalcoach_/Website: https://www.therevivalcoach.com/About Ruth Kudzi:Ruth is the founder of Optimus Coaching Academy and a well-respected and successful coach, speaker and author who has worked across sectors including leadership, career and more recently business and mindset. She has over 10,000 coaching hours and has completed hundreds of hours of training and coaching supervision. Ruth is an MCC-level coach with the ICF and is our course director and CEO. Prior to becoming a coach, Ruth was a senior leader in education.Find out more here: https://ruthkudzi.com/Book:How to Feel Better: 4 Steps to Self-Coach Your Way to a Happier More Authentic You eBook : Kudzi, Ruth: Amazon.co.uk: BooksConnect with Ruth:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RuthKudziFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Ruthkudzi2/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ruthkudzi/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthkudzi/Podcast: https://podfollow.com/the-coaching-hub-podcastAbout Optimus Coach Academy:Optimus offers best in class coaching training for individuals and corporates.If you want to know more about what we offer: https://optimuscoachacademy.com/coach-trainingWe also offer business support as standard at Optimus, find out more here: https://www.optimuscoachacademy.com/Connect with Optimus Coach Academy:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OptimuscoachacademyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimuscoachacademy/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/optimuscoachacademyProduced by Winter Audio.

Today's episode explores a backdoor path to visibility that most coaches overlook. We explore backlinks, guest blogging, and directory listings as low-lift ways to build credibility and domain authority. Our expert guest, a self-styled “joyologist,” helps us reframe the core purpose of marketing: coaches aren't pitching themselves; they are pitching the coaching profession. Ready to build your “constellation” with a fresh marketing mindset? Join us to learn more!Christine Kutnick, PCC, is a speaker and certified professional coach focused on joy. She founded Coach LinkUp, an ecosystem that connects people to values-driven coaches. Before becoming a coach, she spent over 25 years in nonprofit leadership, fighting for equity in education and healthcare. After years of pouring everything into work and parenting, she realized she had lost sight of herself. With her youngest child off to college and a suitcase packed for Europe, Christine and her husband quit their careers and set off on a journey–one that led her back to a forgotten mission statement: To be a “change agent for joy, harmony, and inner peace.” Today, she helps others reconnect with that same spark. Christine now works with clients, aka “Joyriders,” who are navigating midlife reinvention, career change, and burnout. Her approach is both playful and profound, helping people ditch the stuckness and step into joy. She lives in Austin, Texas, with her husband and is the proud mom of two bold, thriving adult kids.Show Highlights:● Christine's big leap: a massive career transformation (for her husband, too!)● Turning a personal tragedy into a new mission and purpose● The journey to create Coach LinkUp● Helping coaches who feel like marketing takes ALL their time and energy● A mission to educate the public about coaching and what it offers● What Coach LinkUp can offer to invite people into the world of coaching● Being messy and authentic makes you relatable.● Maximizing a website or social media platform by using backlinks (Think “constellation.”)● Christine's best tips for getting started in establishing backlinks: guest blogs, client referrals, get listed on directories, link to prior content in your profile, etc.● Change your mindset around marketing.Resources:Connect with Christine Kutnick: Website, Website for Coaches, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Christine's FREE Giveaway.Connect with Meg:Explore our mentor program! Now enrolling for Fall 2026! Click here for more information!Learn more about the STaR Coach Community. We would love for you to join us!Explore past episodes and other resources at www.STaRcoachshow.com.Mentioned in this episode:Mentor ProgramIf you're working toward your ACC or PCC credential, or if it's time to recertify your ACC mentor, coaching isn't just a requirement on a checklist. It's one of the most transformative investments you can make in yourself and your coaching. I've taught or mentored over 2000 coaches, and I hear the same thing again and again. I came because I had to, and I am so glad that I did. Coaches tell me they walk away with renewed energy, deeper confidence and a community of peers who genuinely support each other. Here's what you need to know right now. Mentor coaching must span a minimum of three months, so the time to start is not when your credential is just about to expire. And if you complete your hours in 2026, you get ahead of the upcoming ICF changes, which means peace of mind along with skill development. My fall cohort is already filling up. Every group is capped at ten. It's small, personal, and powerful. If you've been waiting for the right time, this is it. So head over to Star Coach Show. That's https://starcoachshow.com/mentor/ to grab your spot or to learn more. I'd love to work with you. Now, let's get into today's show.

Jessica talks with Amani Roberts, international keynote speaker and global performer. He is a renowned DJ, entrepreneur, award-winning professor, and USA Today's best-selling author of the books “The Quiet Storm” and “DJs Mean Business”. With over 30 years in hospitality and 17 years in the music industry, he's worked with global brands like Marriott, 7-11, and Chartmetric while generating millions of dollars in revenue. A sought-after speaker and co-host of the podcast Adventures in Business, Amani inspires professionals to unlock creativity, take risks, and grow their resilience in any circumstances. His expertise has been featured in Forbes, NPR, People Magazine, NBC, and Yahoo! Finance.Learn more about Amani at https://amaniexperience.com.~About The Ampersand Manifesto:What happens when you refuse to choose just one path? On The Ampersand Manifesto, host Jessica Wan sits down with “the most interesting people at the dinner party” – those who have made their mark in two or more seemingly different worlds. Through candid conversations, we explore what it takes to navigate multiple callings, find the connection points between them, and redefine success on our own terms. Together, we're co-creating The Ampersand Manifesto: principles for leading a multi-passionate life.~About your host, Jessica Wan:Executive Coach | Classical Singer | Former Marketing Leader & Tech ExecutiveJessica helps founders and leaders make the invisible visible. With 20+ years of experience scaling brands like Apple, Smule, and the San Francisco Opera, and as an ICF-certified executive coach, she provides the clarity and strategy needed to lead bravely and find fulfillment in a multi-passionate life.Work with Jessica: Book a Free Intro CallJoin The Cohort: An Ampersand Community for Dual-Career ProfessionalsFollow the Journey: @ampersandmanifestoConnect: Jessica's LinkedInListen: Singing Excerpts~CreditsCo-produced and hosted by ⁠Jessica Wan⁠Co-produced, edited, sound design, and original music by ⁠Carlos Schmitt

PODCAST LAS NOTICIAS CON CALLE 15 DE SEPTIEMBRE - Josué Colón en chat inédito daba instrucciones sobre contrato de Power Expectations desde 2025, pero dice que él solo estaba supervisando, no ejecutando - El Nuevo Día Hoy Osvaldo Carlo ante comisión en investigación de Power Expectations - Jay Fonseca PR Gobernadora dice que la culpa es de LUMA, por críticas al zar de energía - El Nuevo DíaZar dice que se ha ido la luz por culpa de LUMA no de Genera en gran parte de las ocasiones - El Nuevo Día  74% de los fondos de HUD obligados desde 2017 siguen sin desembolsar - Primera Hora Se daña la planta de Aguirre 1 y 2, no tenemos energía suficiente - WUNO Irresponsable darle más dinero a los pensionados permanentemente, pero un bonito se le puede dar dice la junta - El Nuevo Día Puertos evalúa poner plantas de Gas Natural en Peñuelas y Guayama, pondrían barcazas, Genera dice que no sabe, NEPR alega no ha sido consultado - El Vocero Gobernadora dice que apagones de fin de semana fueron irresponsables y culparon a LUMA - El Vocero Pablo José dice que hay 1764 millones sin desembolsar, pero se supone que estuvieran ya corriendo - El Nuevo Día En la temporada de huracanes es vital tomar medidas para asegurar nuestra tranquilidad.Si tienes dudas, llama al 787-641-7171 Todos tienen una manera diferente de prepararse para un huracán.Lo importante es que lo hagan.Auspiciado por Universal, en nuestro servicio está la diferencia.#universal #incluyeauspicio El bono a 10 años rompe el 5% por primera vez desde la crisis financieraMega logro en ICF, antes no identificaban a 494 muertos en 10 años, y en 2026 ya han logrado identificar a 208 de 224 muertos - El Vocero Segundo RFP paralizado por Liberty USA (ex-Dominion) y sigue la CEE sin máquinas nuevas para proceso electoral - El Nuevo Día Aprietan hutíes y se quedan con el este de Yemen, futuro del petróleo de Arabia incierto - Reuters Cancelados fondos del Hospital El Maestro, 158 millones dice El Vocero - El Nuevo Día Comienza juicio de Anthonieska Descartan racionamiento por ahora - El Vocero Filtran chat de Josué Colón con otros abogados pidiendo aprobar contrato de Power Expectations - El Nuevo DíaTrump pierde caso y siguen las papeletas por correo, por ahora - NYTEjército fuera de Ponce y Aguadilla; siguen en Roosevelt Roads - El Vocero Presentan medida para darle exención contributiva de 150 mil a pacientes de cáncer, pero creen que la Junta va a detener proyecto - El Vocero Senado federal decide hoy si da o no regulación y estabilidad a cripto - NYT Casi ningún empleado incluyendo federales ahorra, de los 20 mil empleados federales la mayoría no ahorra más de 100 mil - El Vocero La Fed subiría tasas de interés mañanaDanBono de $2,000 en ASUME: $810,800 con fondos federales - PHLOS DATOS DEL DÍA Brent$108.34/barril ▲ 3.6% (máx. 4 meses) Diésel (EEUU, retail)~$5.97/galón (rumbo a récord 2026) S&P 5007,621.54 ▼ 0.46% Dow Jones52,421 ▼ 0.29% Bono 10 años~5.04% ▲ (máx. desde 2007) Euro/USD~1.16 (mínimo desde agosto) Gas natural$2.88/MMBtu ▲ 1.8% Hipoteca 30 años~6.9% (subiendo 3 días seguidos)

With increased attention from professional bodies like the ICF, supervision is becoming more standardised and recognised as essential. One of the co-founders Coaching Catalysts Sarah Bramall and I discuss the vital role of supervision in the coaching profession, tracing their own journeys from education into coaching and how their shared backgrounds inform their commitment to ongoing development and ethical practice.Sarah highlights how supervision offers a confidential and supportive space for coaches to reflect, manage challenges, and celebrate growth - something often missing when transitioning out of the structured environment of teaching into coaching.Key topics covered:00:00 Intro05:42 How supervision provides a confidential support structure for coaches07:00 Supervision as a space for coaches to explore ethical concerns10:09 How group supervision normalises experience, offers supportive “me too” moments, and combats the unrealistic narratives seen online.13:54 Supervision isn't a luxury, but is essential for safe, ethical practice16:25 After coach training, supervision becomes the main source of non-competitive support18:08 Coaching progress can be hard to measure and is often intangible22:12 Without supervision, personal biases and experiences can “leak” into sessions.About Sarah BramallSarah Bramall is one half of The Coaching Catalysts, along with Rebecca Daniel. Rebecca and Sarah are Executive Coaches, Coach Supervisors and the co-founders of The Coaching Catalysts, an organisation dedicated to strengthening ethical, reflective and sustainable coaching cultures.Both are accredited ICF Professional Certified Coaches (PCC), EMCC Senior Practitioners and EMCC-accredited Coach Supervisors, and are currently completing their ILM Level 7 inExecutive Coaching and Mentoring.With extensive leadership backgrounds in education and experience working across public and private sector organisations, they partner with organisations to develop leaders, internal coaches and coaching cultures that are credible, ethical and sustainable.Connect with Sarah:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahbramall/Website: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/ Coaching Catalysts LinkedIn:https://uk.linkedin.com/company/thecoachingcatalysts Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecoachingcatalysts Diploma: The double accredited professional supervision diplomaAbout Ruth Kudzi:Ruth is the founder of Optimus Coaching Academy and a well-respected and successful coach, speaker and author who has worked across sectors including leadership, career and more recently business and mindset. She has over 10,000 coaching hours and has completed hundreds of hours of training and coaching supervision. Ruth is an MCC-level coach with the ICF and is our course director and CEO. Prior to becoming a coach, Ruth was a senior leader in education. Find out more here: https://ruthkudzi.com/ Book:How to Feel Better: 4 Steps to Self-Coach Your Way to a Happier More Authentic You eBook : Kudzi, Ruth: Amazon.co.uk: Books Connect with Ruth: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RuthKudzi Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Ruthkudzi2/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ruthkudzi/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthkudzi/ Podcast: https://podfollow.com/the-coaching-hub-podcast About Optimus Coach Academy:Optimus offers best in class coaching training for individuals and corporates. If you want to know more about what we offer: https://optimuscoachacademy.com/coach-training We also offer business support as standard at Optimus, find out more here: https://www.optimuscoachacademy.com/ Connect with Optimus Coach Academy: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Optimuscoachacademy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/optimuscoachacademy/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/optimuscoachacademy Produced by Winter Audio.

Today's guest has focused her life's work on closing the leadership gap for women. She spent years as a CEO in the corporate world, always trying to make herself fade into the background instead of letting herself shine. She shares what it took to overcome a multitude of limiting beliefs and how she finally realized that her methodology works—100% of the time. She shares a real-client example of applying her approach to flip the script and reap the results. You'll also learn how she turned client testimonials into a mantra that keeps her going, even when life gets challenging. Join us to learn more!Moira Lethbridge is a speaker, executive and leadership coach, and the creator of The Female Advantage, a unique leadership approach. She is the author of Savvy Woman: Make Time for a Life That Matters and The Gift of Receiving. Moira serves as adjunct faculty at the University of Richmond and is the principal and owner of Lethbridge & Associates. As a former president and CEO, she draws on 25 years of organizational experience and success to help individuals and companies boost productivity and improve performance. She works with business owners, executives, and individuals to help them grow their business, do more of what they enjoy, and balance health, well-being, and achievement. Show Highlights:Moira's experience: Being a stuck CEO who learned that the same behaviors (from men and women) result in very different outcomes.Listening to “the voice in the room” and learning that “to be successful, I had to be less.”Developing The Female AdvantageTurning client testimonials into a useful mantraFinding the courage to “claim your lane”Moira's revolutionary discovery: “My framework works 100% of the time.”It's okay for revenue numbers to confirm and validate the work you do.Moira's advice to leaders about having and showing courageWhat's next? Moira shares her exciting next steps.Moira's key takeaway for leaders: “You are magnificent.”Resources:Connect with Moira Lethbridge: Website, LinkedIn, and Stuck or Overextended? ResourceConnect with Meg:Explore our mentor program! Now enrolling for Fall 2026! Click here for more information!Learn more about the STaR Coach Community. We would love for you to join us!Explore past episodes and other resources at www.STaRcoachshow.com. Mentioned in this episode:Mentor ProgramIf you're working toward your ACC or PCC credential, or if it's time to recertify your ACC mentor, coaching isn't just a requirement on a checklist. It's one of the most transformative investments you can make in yourself and your coaching. I've taught or mentored over 2000 coaches, and I hear the same thing again and again. I came because I had to, and I am so glad that I did. Coaches tell me they walk away with renewed energy, deeper confidence and a community of peers who genuinely support each other. Here's what you need to know right now. Mentor coaching must span a minimum of three months, so the time to start is not when your credential is just about to expire. And if you complete your hours in 2026, you get ahead of the upcoming ICF changes, which means peace of mind along with skill development. My fall cohort is already filling up. Every group is capped at ten. It's small, personal, and powerful. If you've been waiting for the right time, this is it. So head over to Star Coach Show. That's https://starcoachshow.com/mentor/ to grab your spot or to learn more. I'd love to work with you. Now, let's get into today's show.

A man paid $6,000 to a speaker agency that promised him multiple $10,000 bookings. Six months later, he had nothing but excuses. John, your host, has been in the coaching industry for years and has either seen or personally walked into most of what he covers in this solo episode: six distinct ways new professional speakers get sold something that looks like opportunity and isn't.Some of these are straightforwardly dishonest: fake agencies charging registration fees, pay-to-speak stages dressed up as exposure. Others are murkier: podcast invites that turn into PR funnels, speaking coaches with no paid industry experience, and PR agencies that deliver exactly what they promised but don't move the needle. John draws on his own experience getting pulled into a podcast-to-PR funnel, and on years inside the coaching industry watching credentials fail to guarantee competence.Every example comes with a specific, practical question to ask before you hand over money or trust, the kind of question a legitimate operator answers without flinching and a dodgy one stalls on.You'll walk away with a single filter that applies well beyond the six examples covered here: a real opportunity survives you asking one basic question.4. FAQWhat is a fake speaker bureau/agency? A fake speaker bureau/angency charges new speakers an upfront registration fee, typically five hundred to fifteen hundred pounds, to be listed in their directory, without any track record of actually booking speakers into paid work. A legitimate bureau earns a commission, usually twenty to thirty per cent, only once it has booked a paying gig.How can a new speaker tell if a speaker bureau or agency is legitimate? John recommends asking any agent or bureau to name three speakers they've booked into paid gigs in the last six months. A real bureau answers specifically and quickly. A fake one stalls or gives names you can't verify. Most proper bureaus will feature their speakers on their website, so you can ask directly.What is pay-to-speak, and why is it a trap for new speakers? Pay-to-speak conferences charge speakers, typically five hundred to five thousand pounds, euros, or dollars, for a short speaking slot marketed as exposure to bookers or credibility building. The trap is that the audience is often largely made up of other speakers who paid the same fee, not buyers deciding whether to hire a speaker.Is paying to speak at a conference always a scam? No. John Ball notes that paying for access to a room isn't automatically illegitimate, since some sponsorship arrangements are genuine trades. The key question is whether the room includes real buyers or mostly other paying speakers.How can a new speaker tell if a podcast guest invite is actually a sales funnel? Warning signs include a show whose business name mimics a recognisable publication it isn't actually associated with, interviews that get rescheduled repeatedly for no clear reason, and a post-recording debrief that pushes toward a call with someone else who can "help with your business goals" rather than simply asking the guest to share the episode. John Ball notes that a defensive or angry reaction to being asked about this confirms it as shady.Do certifications like ICF or EMCC guarantee a good speaking coach? Not at all. John Ball states that these bodies certify a coaching process, not a coaching outcome. He notes as an example that ICF certifies specifically in ontological coaching, a purely question-based, non-directive style, which is why he's never pursued the certification himself despite operating as a coach for over twenty years. No barrier prevents anyone from calling themselves a speaking coach, regardless of paid speaking experience.What should a new speaker check before using a podcast pitching or PR agency? Ask how they actually find and select the shows they pitch you to, and whether they check for topical relevance before sending a pitch. John Ball notes that most of these agencies blanket-pitch the same generic message to any podcast that's loosely adjacent to your field, regardless of whether the audience would ever be an interested buyer, which is why the placements they deliver often don't produce any inquiries even though they're technically legitimate.What is a Keynote Speaking Coach? A keynote speaking coach is someone with industry, coaching, and often additional experience and expertise who can help you improve your keynote talks, which in turn helps you get more bookings and referrals. Many keynote coaches only work with speakers on the talk and stage elements, but a select few, like John Ball, will first work with speakers on the business side of speaking before developing the stage and presentation side, which may still involve work on the keynote itself but will more relate to market positioning, becoming known as a speaker and developing warm relationships with bookers, as well as developing an opportunity engine that will help you to stay as fully booked as you want to. Programs like John Ball's Known, Booked & Paid Blueprint offer the full range of elements to help you grow your speaking business.What is the Known, Booked and Paid Blueprint? The Known, Booked and Paid Blueprint (KBPB) is John Ball's cohort-based coaching programme for professional speakers, built to give speakers a structured route into the industry rather than having to work out what's legitimate offer by offer. Find out more at https://presentinfluence.com/kbpb Connect with John:Find out more about the Known, Booked & Paid BlueprintSubscribe to the Serious About Speaking newsletter on LinkedInFind me on InstaFind me on TikTokFind me on ThreadsDiscover the bottlenecks in your speaking business with the Applaude Vs Invoice QuizFor speaking/podcast enquiries or to connect with me directly, you can email john@presentinfluence.com or find me on LinkedInYou can find all our clips, episodes and more on the Present Influence YouTube channelIf you know a speaker who would enjoy this show, let them know. Thanks for listening.

Shannon Nash is a global C-suite leader, attorney, Qualified Financial Expert, CPA and public Board Member with over 30 years of experience navigating the intersection of technology, finance, and governance. Outside of her board and operating work, Shannon is an award-winning documentary film producer, a Tony Award–nominated Broadway producer, and the host of the leadership podcast No Boxes: Just Verses.Shannon currently serves as Chief Operating and Financial Officer of Vibrant Planet, which provides comprehensive wildfire resilience solutions for communities, utilities, and land management. She also chairs the Audit Committee of the Silicon Valley Community Foundation, overseeing more than 16 billion dollars in assets. Shannon holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting from the University of Virginia McIntire School of Commerce and a J.D. from the University of Virginia School of Law, where she also serves as a McIntire Foundation Board Trustee.Follow Shannon:Podcast: No Boxes: Just VersesIG: ShannonNash1LinkedIn: Shannon K Nash~About The Ampersand Manifesto:What happens when you refuse to choose just one path? On The Ampersand Manifesto, host Jessica Wan sits down with “the most interesting people at the dinner party” – those who have made their mark in two or more seemingly different worlds. Through candid conversations, we explore what it takes to navigate multiple callings, find the connection points between them, and redefine success on our own terms. Together, we're co-creating The Ampersand Manifesto: principles for leading a multi-passionate life.~About your host, Jessica Wan:Executive Coach | Classical Singer | Former Marketing Leader & Tech ExecutiveJessica helps founders and leaders make the invisible visible. With 20+ years of experience scaling brands like Apple, Smule, and the San Francisco Opera, and as an ICF-certified executive coach, she provides the clarity and strategy needed to lead bravely and find fulfillment in a multi-passionate life.Work with Jessica: Book a Free Intro CallJoin The Cohort: An Ampersand Community for Dual-Career ProfessionalsFollow the Journey: @ampersandmanifestoConnect: Jessica's LinkedInListen: Singing Excerpts~CreditsCo-produced and hosted by ⁠Jessica Wan⁠Co-produced, edited, sound design, and original music by ⁠Carlos Schmitt

Who supports the coach when they are holding complexity, navigating ethical questions and helping other people create meaningful change? In this episode, we explore a significant development for the coaching profession: the introduction of the International Coaching Federation's Coaching Supervisor Specialization, known as the CSS. Coaching can ask a great deal of us. We hold complex client experiences, make ethical decisions and remain present through uncertainty. Coaching supervision creates a confidential and reflective space where coaches can examine their work, protect their wellbeing and continue developing their professional practice. Until now, the ICF has placed greater emphasis on mentor coaching, which focuses primarily on coaching skills and the ICF Core Competencies. Coaching supervision has been more firmly established within organisations such as the European Mentoring and Coaching Council and the Association for Coaching. The new ICF Coaching Supervisor Specialization signals a major shift, bringing supervision closer to the centre of ethical coaching practice and establishing clearer global standards. We discuss how supervision differs from mentor coaching and why both can play an important role in coach development. Supervision reaches beyond technical competence. It provides space to explore ethical challenges, client relationships, emotional responses, professional boundaries and the coach's own wellbeing. For us, this is one of the most important aspects of the announcement. Coaches continually give their attention and energy to others, and supervision can help make that work sustainable. The CSS also creates a valuable opportunity for experienced coaches who are considering becoming coaching supervisors. ICF requirements include holding a PCC or MCC credential, completing at least 41 hours of coaching supervision training, with at least 50% delivered synchronously, and undertaking education aligned with the ICF Coaching Supervision Competencies. The forthcoming ICF Coaching Supervisor Registry is also expected to give qualified supervisors greater visibility while helping coaches identify people who meet recognised professional standards. We reflect on what this development means for the wider coaching industry. When professional bodies move towards a shared understanding of supervision, they send a clearer message about ethical practice, reflective learning and professional accountability. The CSS is not simply another badge. It represents a growing recognition that good coaches need structured support too. Finally, we share the story behind our Diploma in Coaching Supervision. The programme grew from our own desire to deepen our practice, challenge ourselves and explore the next expression of who we wanted to become as coaches. It is designed for experienced practitioners who want to develop the skills, maturity and confidence required to supervise other coaches while continuing their own personal and professional evolution. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction to the ICF supervision development 00:28 Why coaches need professional support 00:58 Introducing the Coaching Supervisor Specialization 01:55 The opportunity for experienced coaches 02:25 Why this matters to the coaching profession 04:15 Supervision and ICF credential renewal 05:34 The supervisor registry and ACTC requirements 06:31 Coaching supervision competency frameworks 07:20 Supervision, ethics and coach wellbeing 08:40 Choosing a qualified coaching supervisor 09:39 CSS eligibility and training requirements 10:28 What supervision training needs to cover 11:42 Introducing our Coaching Supervision Diploma 12:36 How the programme began 13:26 Professional evolution and the future of coaching 14:23 How to find out more Key Lessons Learned: Coaching supervision supports ethical decision making, reflective practice, professional development and coach wellbeing. Mentor coaching and coaching supervision have different purposes, although both can contribute to a coach's development. The ICF Coaching Supervisor Specialization creates a clearer global benchmark for coaching supervision. Qualified coaching supervisors are likely to become more visible through the forthcoming ICF Coaching Supervisor Registry. Experienced coaches can use supervision training to deepen their practice and develop an additional professional service. Professional credentials help coaches make more informed decisions when choosing a supervisor. Supervision can reduce professional isolation and help coaches manage the emotional and relational complexity of client work. The increasing alignment between the ICF, EMCC and Association for Coaching strengthens the profession's focus on quality and ethics. Coaching supervision training is not solely about acquiring techniques. It can reshape how a coach understands themselves, their clients and their practice. Keywords: Coaching supervision, coaching supervisor training, ICF Coaching Supervisor Specialization, ICF CSS, coaching supervision course, Coaching Supervision Diploma, become a coaching supervisor, professional coach development, reflective coaching practice, ethical coaching practice, coaching supervisor accreditation, ICF coaching supervision competencies, mentor coaching versus supervision, coaching supervision for coaches, coach wellbeing, advanced coaching skills. Links and Resources Diploma in Coaching Supervision In Good Company ICF Coaching Supervisor Specialization ICF Coaching Supervision

What guidelines should coaches follow in using (and not using) AI? AI is here to stay, and we have to adjust. Coaches who niche down to one specialty become replaceable, while those who bring their full constellation of experience become irreplaceable. In this episode, you'll learn three waves of AI use for coaches, along with the practical AI tools she has created to perform specific tasks on her team. You'll learn about the new app that came from her personal history of childhood trafficking and coercive control. Join us to learn more!Dr. Lisa Turner is the founder of CET Freedom and the creator of a suite of AI tools that help coaches and practitioners make the invisible visible. A Ph.D. engineer in mathematical modeling who transitioned into a consciousness and transformation specialist, she has spent over 20 years training coaches and practitioners. She builds AI that augments their work rather than replacing it. Her TEDx talk, "How AI Can Free Us From Invisible Control,” grew out of her experience of coercive control and her conviction that there is always an algorithm underneath human patterns, if you know how to find it. Known as the “Rational Mystic” for bridging engineering precision and deep inner work, she was recently named number 10 in TechRound's Top 50 Women in Tech and Startups. As the author of five books, she helps coaches hear what their clients aren't saying and shows clients the patterns they can't yet see for themselves. Show Highlights:Understanding the “Venn Diagram of You” (There may not be another person with the same “circles” of expertise as you. You are irreplaceable. Don't niche down; niche OUT.)The big question: “Do your clients think they can replace you, their coach, with AI?”The 3 waves of AI: content creation, agentic AI, and pattern-revealing AIHow coaches can use AI tools to better the client experience.The difference between “made by AI” and “made with AI”Try Lisa's tool, BeliefScan, for free analysis of your sales conversations. (See Resources.)“Sometimes, what looks like an affordability issue is really a worthiness issue.”An overview of agentic AI in action: Lisa's custom AI tools that serve as Lisa's 14 team membersPatterns: They are almost impossible to see from within; we have to step out to see them.Four core components of every powerful change: linguistic, somatic, energetic, and trans-personal (another YOU in the future)Lisa's new app, Validate, identifies coercive behavior. She needs your help!Resources:Connect with Dr. Lisa Turner: Website and a FREE gift, the BeliefScan (Use discount code FREEBELIEF for a 100% discount!)Connect with Meg:Explore our mentor program! Now enrolling for Fall 2026! Click here for more information!Learn more about the STaR Coach Community. We would love for you to join us!Explore past episodes and other resources at www.STaRcoachshow.com. Mentioned in this episode:Mentor ProgramIf you're working toward your ACC or PCC credential, or if it's time to recertify your ACC mentor, coaching isn't just a requirement on a checklist. It's one of the most transformative investments you can make in yourself and your coaching. I've taught or mentored over 2000 coaches, and I hear the same thing again and again. I came because I had to, and I am so glad that I did. Coaches tell me they walk away with renewed energy, deeper confidence and a community of peers who genuinely support each other. Here's what you need to know right now. Mentor coaching must span a minimum of three months, so the time to start is not when your credential is just about to expire. And if you complete your hours in 2026, you get ahead of the upcoming ICF changes, which means peace of mind along with skill development. My fall cohort is already filling up. Every group is capped at ten. It's small, personal, and powerful. If you've been waiting for the right time, this is it. So head over to Star Coach Show. That's https://starcoachshow.com/mentor/ to grab your spot or to learn more. I'd love to work with you. Now, let's get into today's show.

Overstepping ownership rarely looks like overstepping. It looks like moving things along.You know how something could be improved, so you give your suggestion. Work gets done, progress is visible, but the person you were there to develop doesn't build the capability they need, and the improvement doesn't sustain.Every change leader, manager, and executive does this at some point. And when we take on ownership of what isn't ours, we end up the bottleneck.As a transformational change leader at Kaiser Permanente, Anna Pessah watches this play out every day with the internal consulting team she leads, and with the physician and operational leaders she supports.We break down this challenge and share the practices to use instead. Leaders don't need to stop helping or teaching. It's about getting clear about what each person owns, and adjusting how you help based on what that leader needs in the moment.When ownership sits in the right place, people grow, improvements hold, and you have the space to do what is actually yours to do.You'll Learn:How to make ownership explicit from the start, by contracting up front and saying out loud which hat you're wearing, coach or consultant or teacherWhy leaders learn good coaching practices best by being coached, and how making your own practice visible lets others model itWhy the pull to step in gets stronger the more you care about the outcomeWhy a new practice often swings too far one direction at first, and how to find the middle without abandoning itWhen asking coaching questions stops being helpful, and how to be directive without taking over the thinkingABOUT MY GUEST:Anna Pessah leads the internal consulting team that oversees the operating system at the North Valley Service Area of Kaiser Permanente, where she coaches physician and operational leaders on strategy, management systems, and the behaviors that support a culture of improvement. She is an industrial engineer from the University of Michigan and an ICF-certified coach. Anna brings a blend of systems thinking, operational improvement, and leadership development to help leaders generate insight, turn goals into action, and build habits that stick.IMPORTANT LINKS:Full episode show notes: ChainOfLearning.com/83 Connect with Anna Pessah: linkedin.com/in/anna-pessah Follow me on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kbjanderson Subscribe to my newsletter: kbjanderson.com/newsletter Check out my website for resources and working together: KBJAnderson.comTIMESTAMPS FOR THIS EPISODE:03:16 Why change leaders struggle to keep ownership with leaders05:22 When helping starts creating dependence06:15 Building capability instead of becoming the bottleneck07:12 Why doing more can make your job harder09:23 Getting explicit about roles and ownership11:25 Why new practices require reflection and adjustment13:17 Making your leadership practices visible16:03 How to give direction without taking over22:16 What happens when leaders operate at the wrong level24:05 The personal cost of staying in the weeds25:30 Why helping can turn into overstepping27:43 When coaching questions aren't helpful31:25 The power of listening—and leaving space36:46 Why humility is essential to learning38:18 Recognizing your own pull to control39:06 Simple practices for keeping ownership where it belongs Learn more and apply for the November 2026 cohort of my Japan Leadership Experience: https://kbjanderson.com/japantrip/

A powerful way to start your day is to enter a theta brainwave state to reprogram your mind for manifesting. This guided meditation will work with your RAS in your brain to help filter reality to look for the opportunities to help you grow and expand your success. Make this a daily practise to rewire your brain for the success and happiness you dream of."I wonder what miraculous opportunities you will notice coming your way today?"Let me know what happens for you in the comments.New meditations and hypnosis sessions coming soon.About Paul Sheppard My work began with my own experience of anxiety. When traditional approaches failed to provide the change I needed, I trained in new methods and developed a process that transformed my life. Since then, I've coached hundreds of clients to feel less anxious, more empowered and more in control.Today, I help professionals become calmer, more confident and better equipped to perform at their best. My neuroscience-backed approach is designed to create meaningful change that lasts.My coaching goes beyond surface-level mindset work. It helps you recognise the fear-based patterns of the ego, reconnect with who you really are and create meaningful change from within.Life is too short to let old patterns hold you back.ON THIS CHANNELYou'll find podcast conversations, guided breath work, meditations and practical insights to support inner transformation.EXPERIENCE AND CREDENTIALS• Over 20 years' experience• ICF-certified coach• GHR-registered therapist• Host of the top ten Ultimate Mindset Change Podcast (143 Countries)• Trained with Patrick McKeown's Oxygen Advantage® team• Author of Anxiety Is Your Wake-Up CallContact me Mindset Change Updates NewsletterInstagram @MindsetchangeukFacebook Tik Tok Community Mentioned in this episode:Ego Algorithm Coaching Details.Instagram @mindsetchangeuk Email: Info@mindsetchangeuk.com   I hope you got to enjoy that meditation. It's incredible what's available to you with regular practice. And here's something that I wanted to draw your attention to. If you're a coach or you're a business owner who's in the fitness and wellbeing space, and you want to have more impact but less anxiety, less stress, and self-doubt in 90 days, then please direct message me on Instagram the word ego or use the contact link below in the show notes. I look forward to hearing from you

Group coaching is becoming a bigger part of leadership development, but it is still often confused with training, mentoring, or simply putting several people into the same coaching session. In this episode of A Better HR Business, I speak with Dominique Mas, Co-Founder and CEO, and Priscilla Lavoie, Head of Marketing at Group Coaching HQ. Group Coaching HQ works with HR, talent, L&D, and internal coaching teams to design, run, and grow group coaching programmes inside organisations. Dominique and Priscilla explain what effective group coaching looks like, where it can have the greatest impact, and how organisations can measure results without undermining trust within the group. We also discuss how Group Coaching HQ is growing through events, speaking, founder-led content, and other personal, trust-based forms of marketing. Priscilla explains how the company tracks its marketing activity and supports HR and L&D buyers at different stages of the buying process. In this episode, we discuss: What group coaching is and how it differs from training and mentoring Why it works particularly well for new managers and senior leaders How it can improve leadership skills, connection, and retention How to collect useful data while protecting trust and psychological safety How organisations can measure the business impact and ROI Why human, trust-based marketing is working well for Group Coaching HQ Dominique also shares findings from Group Coaching HQ's 2026 study, including the growing use of group coaching for leadership development and the need for clear programme structures and evidence of business value. About Group Coaching HQ Group Coaching HQ helps organisations create group coaching programmes that bring people together, improve leadership skills, and give more employees access to coaching. Its work includes consulting, programme design, coach training, ICF-approved group coaching certification, and the delivery of fully managed group coaching programmes. Links Group Coaching HQ Dominique Mas on LinkedIn Priscilla Lavoie on LinkedIn Listen to A Better HR Business on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or the Get More HR Clients website. Check out this B2B podcast launch service. About The A Better HR Business Podcast The A Better HR Business shares strategies, tactics, success stories, and more about marketing for HR consultancies and marketing for HR tech companies, and how to get more clients. Follow the show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify so you don't miss future episodes. For show notes and to see details of our previous guests, check out the podcast page here: www.GetMoreHRClients.com/Podcast HR BUSINESS GROWTH RESOURCES Get the new book - Grow A Successful HR Business Your Way Launch your own business podcast: B2B Podcast Agency VISIT GET MORE HR CLIENTS Want more clients for your HR-related consultancy or HR Tech business? Visit the Get More HR Clients website for articles, newsletters, podcasts, videos, resources, and more at www.getmorehrclients.com.

What happens when nobody works except the robots? Why did Bill Gates say AI, which is at the heart of robotics, is "our biggest threat?" Even Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei admits we "only understand 3% of how they work." Yet, the promise of AI and robots to address delivery, industrial processing, transportation and even loneliness, our greatest community disease, has pushed them into cities, especially Intelligent Communities. Large cities like Los Angeles and Seoul have hundreds of PMRs (public area mobile robots) on the street. Once confined to college campuses, robotics firms are trying to scale the market commercially.  What's the challenge? Unlike bridges or power plants, designed to precise human specifications, AI systems, upon which robots depend, are "grown" from vast databases through processes their own creators cannot interpret. How do urban planners, who view sidewalks as the "new frontier," work with cities dominated by automotive vehicles and roadways? The promise and challenges are enormous. In one of Lou's typically wide-ranging discussions guests move from the technical, to the practical to a discussion about "the soul" of the city and why trust is essential to scaling and living with robots.  In this edition of The INTELLIGENT Community Podcast, Soul of the City ICF Co-Founder Lou Zacharilla speaks with Bern Gursh, Executive Director, Urban Robotics Foundation & John G. Jung, Co-Founder, ICF.

Send us Fan MailChaos has a way of shrinking our thinking. One tough email, a headline, a sudden change at work and we grab for the fastest fix, the familiar answer, the script that used to work. Then the brain locks onto worst case scenarios, confidence drops, and even strong leaders start feeling stuck. We sit down with Marcia Reynolds, Master Certified Coach and pioneer in the ICF community, to talk about how a coaching approach can activate resilience when uncertainty is the only constant. Marcia introduces the “murky unknown” and the messy middle of change, where people are transforming but nothing feels stable yet. Her core practice sounds almost too simple until you try it: coach slowly. We unpack how slowing down creates emotional connection first, why clients need to feel safety before they can access insight, and how the real topic often emerges naturally when we invite story instead of rushing to goals. You'll hear how to listen for repeated phrases and hidden rules, then reflect them back with compassion, even if it sparks frustration, because that emotion often signals a breakthrough. We also dig into why old solutions can be harmful when applied to new problems and why so many leaders burn out trying to be the one who knows. Marcia challenges us to let go of the expert identity and to “give it back” so clients build agency. Finally, she explains the difference between listening and receiving through therapeutic presence, opening head, heart, and gut to create felt trust that goes beyond confidentiality statements and into real connection. If you want practical coaching tools for uncertain times, subscribe, share this episode with a colleague, and leave a review so more coaches and leaders can find it. What part of coaching slowly would make the biggest difference in your next conversation? Watch the full interview by clicking here. Read the full article here.Learn more about Marcia here. * Gift – Introduction and First Chapter to Coach the Person, Not the Problem 2nd Edition. This document looks at what makes coaching so powerful in these times of chaos and uncertainty, what it takes to impact people and trigger transformation beyond what AI can do, and what are the key elements of a coaching conversation.Grab your free issue of choice Magazine here - https://choice-online.com/ 

What if your biggest rewrite isn't about divorce—but about finding your way back to yourself? On this episode of The Rewrite, I'm joined by Michelle Robertson, an ICF-certified life coach and breathwork facilitator, for a conversation that will resonate with so many women. Michelle shares how years of caring for everyone else can slowly lead us to lose sight of who we are. We talk about the quiet ways women put themselves last, how to reconnect with the voice that's been waiting to be heard, and why it's never too late to choose yourself. In this episode, we discuss:-The subtle ways women disappear from their own lives-Why self-care isn't selfish-Letting go of guilt and “deferred living”-How breathwork can help you reconnect with yourself-Finding purpose in life's next chapter—including the empty nest Whether you're rebuilding after divorce or simply wondering, “Who am I now?” this conversation is a beautiful reminder that your story is still being written.Follow Michelle@michellerobertsoncoaching  

After 25 years of biopsies, scans, and being told to just "keep monitoring it," Robin Reed-Hicks finally asked the question most women are too afraid to ask their doctors: why am I waiting for cancer to show up before I'm allowed to do something about it? In this episode, Robin shares the decision that turned her into a previvor: someone who takes proactive action before a diagnosis ever arrives, not after. Robin walks through the entire arc of her 25 year medical journey, from her first surgical breast biopsy in her early twenties to the moment a doctor told her that a benign diagnosis still carried a 43 percent chance of developing into breast cancer within a decade. She unpacks what it actually took to push past a system that kept telling her to wait and watch, how she advocated for the surgery she wanted instead of the one she was offered, and what nobody tells you about drains, tissue expanders, and rebuilding your body from the inside out. Her story is a masterclass in self-advocacy inside a medical system that isn't always built to move as fast as your instincts. This episode is for anyone who has ever been told to "just keep an eye on it," anyone managing a health scare that keeps circling back, and anyone who has ever doubted their own read on their own body. If you have ever felt dismissed by a doctor or unsure whether your concern was "enough" to push for answers, Robin's story is proof that trusting yourself is not overreacting. It's survival. 5 Powerful Takeaways Why "benign" doesn't always mean safe, and how a specific diagnosis can still carry a double-digit cancer risk How to push back when a provider offers you a smaller solution than the one your situation actually calls for What a preventative double mastectomy really involves, from tissue expanders to nerve-sparing reconstruction How to turn 25 years of medical anxiety into an advocacy platform instead of letting it stay private Why becoming a "previvor" is its own category of courage, separate from a cancer diagnosis or survivorship 00:00 Courage Is Contagious 01:25 Badassery Bestowment 02:21 Five Confidence Moves 05:20 Meet Robin Reed Hicks 07:39 Friends And Flashbacks 09:58 Robin Life And Career 13:23 Gluten Free And Hashimotos 15:31 Lets Talk Boobies 16:53 25 Years Of Surveillance 22:01 The Turning Point Biopsy 26:15 Oncologist And Previvor 28:36 Fighting For Approval 30:03 Surgeon Options Decision 30:48 Mastectomy Types Explained 32:08 Nipple Sparing Risks 34:00 MRI Changes Surgery Plan 35:00 Stage One Lumpectomy Lift 36:51 Double Mastectomy Expanders 37:31 Drains Sensation Recovery 39:32 Exchange Surgery Complications 40:42 Relief Life After Surgery 41:38 Portraits Of Hope Advocacy 45:13 Advice Self Advocacy 47:42 Badass Rapid Fire 55:07 Success Contentment Closing About the Guest Robin Reed-Hicks is a communicator, executive and life coach, real estate professional, voice actor, actress, spokesperson, MC, and content creator who has spent more than 25 years helping people move forward with confidence, clarity, and purpose. She is an ICF associate certified coach who works with executives and individuals through her coaching practice, and she is coming up on 25 years as a working real estate professional. She also hosts the YouTube channel Cook With Me Gluten Free, built around accessible, joyful gluten-free living. After more than two decades of breast biopsies, surgeries, and scans, Robin chose a preventative double mastectomy and reconstruction, becoming a previvor, and was selected as one of only 12 Portraits of Hope ambassadors through the American Cancer Society. Resources & Websites Mentioned https://bookcoachrobin.com YouTube channel: Cook With Me Gluten Free https://knowyourlemons.com Connect With Jen Josey To learn more about Jen Josey, visit https://www.therealjenjosey.com/ If you enjoy Jen's Witty Shirts, shop the whole collection at https://www.shopwittygoods.com/ New episodes drop every Monday Morning at 6am EST. See you next time.

What does becoming a master-level coach actually involve, and is the gap between where you are today and coaching mastery as large as it can sometimes feel? In this episode, we explore the journey towards master-level coaching and why accreditation is about far more than accumulating coaching hours. Whether you are an experienced coach considering your next accreditation or at the beginning of your coaching journey, understanding the pathway early can help you make intentional decisions about your professional development. We explore three important areas that contribute to coaching mastery: professional maturity, reflective practice and contribution to the profession. Contribution can take many forms, including volunteering with professional bodies, sharing learning, publishing, research, supervision, participating in professional groups or creating resources that help other coaches. The important distinction is that genuine contribution extends beyond promoting our individual coaching businesses and demonstrates an ongoing commitment to strengthening the wider profession. Professional maturity is also about far more than time served. Different accrediting bodies have different requirements around experience, coaching hours and training, but mastery also involves developing a distinctive professional identity, learning to work with complexity, navigating ethical dilemmas and integrating our learning so that we are no longer dependent on individual coaching models. Our CPD choices gradually tell the story of who we are becoming as coaches and the areas in which we are choosing to deepen our practice. Finally, we look at reflective practice and the value of building strong habits long before an accreditation application is due. Coaching logs, reflective diaries, supervision and peer reflection all help us understand how our practice is evolving. We also encourage coaches who aspire to mastery to spend time with master-level practitioners. The differences between coaching levels can be subtle yet significant, and the journey becomes far less intimidating when we see mastery not as an unreachable destination, but as the cumulative result of thoughtful development, reflection, experience and contribution over time. Timestamps 00:09 What does master-level coaching mean? 00:48 Three elements of the pathway to mastery 02:46 Why contribution to the profession should start early 03:56 Different ways coaches can contribute 05:35 Contribution versus promotion 07:23 Coaching supervision as professional contribution 09:00 How supervision can open new opportunities 09:58 Publishing, volunteering and professional bodies 12:00 Planning for mastery before you need accreditation 13:15 Different accreditation requirements 13:42 Developing a distinctive professional identity 15:01 Ethical maturity and experience 16:31 CPD and the story of your coaching development 18:26 Consistency and reflective practice 19:32 Keeping coaching logs and recorded reflections 21:33 Supervision and advanced coach development 22:11 Final reflections and resources Key Lessons Learned Master-level coaching is not purely about accumulating coaching hours. Professional maturity, reflective practice and contribution to the profession are all important parts of the journey. Coaches benefit from understanding the requirements of their chosen accrediting body well before they are ready to apply. Contribution to the profession should be genuine, sustained and broader than marketing an individual coaching business. Volunteering, publishing, research, professional groups and supervision can all provide ways to contribute. Coaching supervision can deepen reflective practice while also creating opportunities to support the development of other coaches. Professional maturity includes developing a distinctive coaching identity and becoming increasingly comfortable working with complexity. Ethical maturity develops through experience, reflection and navigating challenging situations. CPD is more powerful when it shows consistent curiosity and development over time rather than becoming a last-minute accreditation exercise. Regular coaching logs and reflective records make future accreditation considerably easier. Spending time with master-level coaches can make the pathway feel more tangible and achievable. Accreditation Note The episode discusses examples of requirements from professional coaching bodies, including the EMCC and ICF, as they were understood at the time of recording. Accreditation pathways and requirements can change, so coaches should check the current criteria directly with their chosen professional body before planning or submitting an application. SEO Keywords master-level coach, coaching mastery, master coach accreditation, coaching accreditation, professional coach development, reflective practice, coaching supervision, coach CPD, EMCC accreditation, ICF accreditation, coaching professional development, advanced coach training Links & Resources In Good Company: igcompany.com Coaching Supervision Training: www.igcompany.com/supervisiontraining  Professional organisations discussed: EMCC: European Mentoring and Coaching Council ICF: International Coaching Federation Association for Coaching CIPD: Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development ILM: Institute of Leadership and Management

This is a panel episode where Sahara Rose DeVore, founder of the Travel Coach Network, interviews two travel coaches: Rachel Verlik and Melinda Alcosser.Rachel Verlik is an ICF-certified Executive Coach, Certified Travel Coach, and CEO of Curious Traveler and MP6 Consulting. With more than 30 years of business experience — including 13 years in Federal leadership — she helps women navigate professional and personal transitions with courage and clarity.  Rachel is also a Certified Dare to Lead™ Facilitator, trained directly by Dr. Brené Brown.After leaving her Federal career in 2016 to start her own firm and later becoming a solo mom through adoption in 2024, Rachel experienced firsthand how travel can unlock powerful insight and brave decision-making. Today, she guides women to use intentional travel as a catalyst for aligned leadership and authentic lives.Website: https://www.mp6consulting.com/curioustravelerIG:  instagram.com/curioustravelercoachMelinda Alcosser is a Transformational Travel Designer, Travel Coach, experiential educator, and Level 2 IPTPA-certified Pickleball Coach. She is a Signature Travel Expert®, ASTA Verified Travel Advisor, founder of With Heart Travel and Carpe Dink'em Pickleball, and co-founder of Connecticut Experiential Learning Center. Wonder, imagination, playfulness, and joy are her compass, and travel is her greatest gift to that unfolding. Melinda designs immersive experiences - from sailing retreats to pickleball getaways - that use travel and play as forces for good. She is also a percussionist who leads Drum Journeys, a Writing as Heart Medicine facilitator, and founder of the Worldwide Walking Collective, a growing global community of people walking together across distances and languages. Melinda is a believer in the power of travel to spark heart-to-heart connection and in its capacity to deepen and enrich our time on earth.Website: https://www.withhearttravel.com/with-heart-experiencesLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melinda-alcosser-391394238/---Get my 30-Day Travel Coach Content Challenge Cheatsheet:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thetravelcoachnetwork.mykajabi.com/offers/XkZqHzGm/checkout⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn more about the Travel Coach Course for Travel Advisors:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thetravelcoachnetwork.mykajabi.com/certified-travel-coach-course⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ready to join us in the Travel Coach Certification Program?Learn more about TCCP here:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thetravelcoachnetwork.mykajabi.com/the-travel-coach-program⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Free Beginner's Guide to Travel Coaching:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thetravelcoachnetwork.mykajabi.com/main-email-series-and-workbook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠We'd love to see you in our free Facebook Group:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/928430197344106⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Have questions about the Travel Coach Certification Program? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Send Sahara a DM on Instagram over at @travelcoachnetwork.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

This guided meditation will take you deep into the quantum field to help you focus on manifesting like never before. The feedback from this meditation when it was originally released has been phenomenal which is why I wanted to share it again here.About Paul Sheppard My work began with my own experience of anxiety. When traditional approaches failed to provide the change I needed, I trained in new methods and developed a process that transformed my life. Since then, I've coached hundreds of clients to feel less anxious, more empowered and more in control.Today, I help professionals become calmer, more confident and better equipped to perform at their best. My neuroscience-backed approach is designed to create meaningful change that lasts.My coaching goes beyond surface-level mindset work. It helps you recognise the fear-based patterns of the ego, reconnect with who you really are and create meaningful change from within.Life is too short to let old patterns hold you back.ON THIS CHANNELYou'll find podcast conversations, guided breath work, meditations and practical insights to support inner transformation.EXPERIENCE AND CREDENTIALS• Over 20 years' experience• ICF-certified coach• GHR-registered therapist• Host of the top ten Ultimate Mindset Change Podcast (143 Countries)• Trained with Patrick McKeown's Oxygen Advantage® team• Author of Anxiety Is Your Wake-Up CallContact me Mindset Change Updates NewsletterInstagram @MindsetchangeukFacebook Tik Tok Community

Your body isn't failing you in midlife — but menopause, stress, changing hormones, and years of dieting may be changing the way your body responds to food, hunger, energy, and even your emotions.In this episode of the V.I.B.E. Living Podcast, I sit down with Regina Oswald, author and ICF coach, for an important conversation about menopause, midlife weight struggles, emotional eating, cravings, intuitive eating, and rebuilding trust with your body after 40.If you've ever wondered why the things that worked for you in your 20s and 30s don't seem to work anymore, this conversation is for you.Regina shares the story behind her Body Mind Harmony Method and explains how years of dieting, restriction, tracking, and relying on willpower can make it harder to recognize your body's natural hunger and fullness signals. We talk about how women can begin listening to those signals again without jumping into another restrictive diet.We also explore the connection between the nervous system, cortisol, chronic stress, sleep, emotional eating, and menopause — and why supporting your nervous system may be an important part of creating sustainable wellness in midlife.Regina shares a simple awareness practice you can use before eating to create a moment between an urge and your response. We also talk about the power of celebrating small wins, changing the way you speak to yourself, and creating habits that actually fit the woman you are becoming.But this conversation goes beyond food and weight.We talk about what it means to age consciously and boldly, stay physically and mentally engaged, rediscover your purpose, and imagine what you want the next chapter of your life to look like.If you are a woman over 40 or 50 navigating menopause, changing hormones, stress, cravings, emotional eating, midlife weight changes, or simply trying to feel more at home in your body, this episode offers a refreshing way to think about wellness.Because midlife isn't the time to declare war on your body.It's time to learn how to work with it.

Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=16926&preview=true)How Executive Dysfunction Affects Your Job Search (And What to Do About It), with Ben TobinYou know you need to apply. You've blocked out the afternoon. And somehow the garage gets cleaned instead. That may be executive dysfunction, a disruption in your brain's ability to plan, organize, and follow through. In a job search, it looks like collecting postings you never apply to, over-preparing, or spending months getting ready to start.This week, ICF-certified career coach Ben Tobin joins Mac with three ways forward. Lower the stakes: make your first goal to bomb an interview, not land one. Sit with the discomfort: that pit-of-your-stomach dread runs its course if you let yourself feel it. And build structure: schedule time, name your very first step, and write a fresh to-do list each day. As Ben says, the meta work is work — give it a place on your calendar.About Our Guest:Ben Tobin is an ICF-certified career coach who works with tech professionals and adults with ADHD. Resources in This Episode:Connect with Ben on LinkedIn.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today, host Meg Rentschler dives into the idea of “the thing beneath the thing,” those deeper beliefs and stories that are really driving our clients' surface-level issues. Meg talks about some common traps coaches can fall into, like jumping too quickly into action steps, assuming “I don't know” means a client is being resistant, or relying too much on spotting patterns. She also shares some down-to-earth tips for slowing things down, asking questions that are easier for clients to answer, and staying genuinely curious. Tune in to hear Meg's main point about real, lasting change for clients not coming from just fixing the problems they bring to the table, and helping them discover and explore the stories and beliefs that are really at play underneath it all.Show Highlights:What I mean by “the thing beneath the thing”: The belief or self-story generating why the problem feels the way it doesContent vs. meaning-making (“Depth before Doing”)The trap of moving to action too fast (It produces compliance, not durable change.)Reasons coaches rush to action“I don't know” is rarely a dead end.Meet “Dana,” a hypothetical client (the key is to meet her where she is).Six practical moves for going deeper and expanding the lens: Ask about the story, ask what it means about them, name the energy shift, ask where the belief came from, slow down what they try to skip past, and resist the urge to solve too soon.Focus on belief and pattern work, not clinical trauma processing.The curiosity muscle vs. the knowing muscle frameworkResources:Connect with MegExplore our mentor program! Now enrolling for Fall 2026! Click here for more information!Learn more about the STaR Coach Community. We would love for you to join us!Explore past episodes and other resources at www.STaRcoachshow.com. Mentioned in this episode:Mentor ProgramIf you're working toward your ACC or PCC credential, or if it's time to recertify your ACC mentor, coaching isn't just a requirement on a checklist. It's one of the most transformative investments you can make in yourself and your coaching. I've taught or mentored over 2000 coaches, and I hear the same thing again and again. I came because I had to, and I am so glad that I did. Coaches tell me they walk away with renewed energy, deeper confidence and a community of peers who genuinely support each other. Here's what you need to know right now. Mentor coaching must span a minimum of three months, so the time to start is not when your credential is just about to expire. And if you complete your hours in 2026, you get ahead of the upcoming ICF changes, which means peace of mind along with skill development. My fall cohort is already filling up. Every group is capped at ten. It's small, personal, and powerful. If you've been waiting for the right time, this is it. So head over to Star Coach Show. That's https://starcoachshow.com/mentor/ to grab your spot or to learn more. I'd love to work with you. Now, let's get into today's show.

Join me for a guided meditation which teaches you how to slow down and quieten an overthinking and busy mind. Find the peace, clarity and focus you are looking for.About Paul Sheppard My work began with my own experience of anxiety. When traditional approaches failed to provide the change I needed, I trained in new methods and developed a process that transformed my life. Since then, I've coached hundreds of clients to feel less anxious, more empowered and more in control.Today, I help professionals become calmer, more confident and better equipped to perform at their best. My neuroscience-backed approach is designed to create meaningful change that lasts.My coaching goes beyond surface-level mindset work. It helps you recognise the fear-based patterns of the ego, reconnect with who you really are and create meaningful change from within.Life is too short to let old patterns hold you back.ON THIS CHANNELYou'll find podcast conversations, guided breath work, meditations and practical insights to support inner transformation.EXPERIENCE AND CREDENTIALS• Over 20 years' experience• ICF-certified coach• GHR-registered therapist• Host of the top ten Ultimate Mindset Change Podcast (143 Countries)• Trained with Patrick McKeown's Oxygen Advantage® team• Author of Anxiety Is Your Wake-Up CallContact me Mindset Change Updates NewsletterInstagram @MindsetchangeukFacebook Tik Tok Community Mentioned in this episode:Ego Algorithm Coaching Details.Instagram @mindsetchangeuk Email: Info@mindsetchangeuk.com   I hope you got to enjoy that meditation. It's incredible what's available to you with regular practice. And here's something that I wanted to draw your attention to. If you're a coach or you're a business owner who's in the fitness and wellbeing space, and you want to have more impact but less anxiety, less stress, and self-doubt in 90 days, then please direct message me on Instagram the word ego or use the contact link below in the show notes. I look forward to hearing from you

In this episode, J.P. Nerbun joins TJ and Sam to talk leadership development from the inside out, built around his new book for athletes, The Culture Captain. J.P. explains why knowing yourself is deeper than a personality assessment, and shares his "peel the onion" exercise for helping a diverse roster uncover the shared values that hold a team together. The conversation touches on practical aspects of coaching such as captain selection, and how you can build player to player accountability. J.P. and Sam also draw the line between the "curious challenge" and the "direct challenge," making the case that transformational coaching needs more truth paired with genuine care. This is Part 1 of a two-part conversation — don't miss the next episode as they go deeper.Go to https://tocculture.com/ to learn more about J.P.'s books and programs. [More on J.P. below].Show Notes:Why The Culture CaptainThe four levels of leadershipKnowing yourself beyond personality testsAbove the line vs. belowThe "peel the onion" exerciseFinding and identifying shared valuesHow to choose team captainsOne or two players steer everythingPlayer-led vs. coach-led teamsCoach as culture facilitator, not controllerNever ask what you won't doDon't wait for natural-born leadersTeaching players to follow firstThe "stamp": affirmation and gratitudeResponsibility means action, not excusesCoach approval vs. peer approvalWorking through fearCurious challenge vs. direct challengeEmpathy without accountability relieves nothingPopovich and Tim Duncan modelThe note-card feedback drillFeedback as conversation, sometimes directiveBuilding trust through real vulnerabilityBe brave, not just safeWhere to find J.P.More on J.P. Nerbun: J.P. Nerbun is an ICF certified PCC Executive Coach (trained at Georgetown University), Growth Edge Coach, Facilitator, and author of The Culture System.He partners with leaders and teams across sports, education, business, and healthcare to intentionally create strong team cultures that drive results. Leveraging a practical and systematic approach developed through his background as a professional basketball coach and educator, J.P. enables organizations to achieve higher performance by focusing on shared vision, growing trust, building cohesion, and raising standards. He is the founder of the specialized coaching firm, TOC, and hosts The Coach Culture Podcast.Send us a Message. If you'd like us to reply, include your contact info.After analyzing over 100 million shots, basketball data scientists at Noah Basketball have uncovered the formula of the perfect shot, helping players on 28 of 30 NBA teams improve their accuracy faster than ever before.This same patented shot-tracking technology is now available to you in the Noah Backboard for a fraction of the cost. Learn more today at noahbasketball.com. Inquire while supplies last! Join us live on Sunday, August 23rd at 8 PM EST (5 PM PT) for a free preseason training.You'll leave with a preseason planning framework you can use to build buy-in, strengthen your culture, and lead with confidence before the season starts. - If you can't attend live, register anyway and we'll send you the replay. Go to PGCHustle.com/webinar and sign up now.

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What happens when the biggest threat to a business, family, or leadership team isn't strategy, money, or intelligence, but the things nobody is willing to say?On this episode of I Am Refocused Radio, Shemaiah Reed sits down with René Sonneveld, a former Fortune 500 executive turned ICF Master Certified Coach, author, and trusted advisor to executives, enterprise families, boards, and high performers around the world. René's career has taken him from international tax law and global banking to senior leadership roles with organizations including UBS, Deutsche Bank, and Citibank, where he worked at the intersection of family business, governance, wealth, and generational legacy.René shares what years inside boardrooms and family enterprises taught him about the human side of leadership: unspoken tension, trust, succession, identity, emotional dynamics, difficult conversations, and the decisions that determine whether a legacy grows or fractures.We also explore ideas from his book The Elephant in the Family Room, which examines the emotional forces operating beneath the surface of family businesses, along with his forthcoming book Invisible Capital: Building the Family Enterprise of Tomorrow, scheduled for October 2026.This conversation goes beyond business strategy. It's about developing the courage to address what everyone sees but no one wants to discuss, becoming a stronger leader, and building something that can outlive you.Because sometimes the most important conversation in the room is the one nobody is having.https://www.renesonneveld.com/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/i-am-refocused-radio--2671113/support.Subscribe now at YouTube.com/@RefocusedNetworkThank you for your time. 

Beverley Glazer, MA, CCC, ICF, is a work and life transition coach, speaker, podcast host, syndicated writer, and founder of Reinvent Impossible LLC. She helps accomplished women over 50 who are successful on paper but privately know something needs to change. With clinical training, business experience, and more than 35 years guiding others through extreme transitions, Beverley provides unique insights to make aligned decisions you can trust. Beverley is also the host of the podcast, Aging With Purpose and Passion. Deb was honored to be a guest. Click here to listen.

Give yourself the gift of a mindset reset. These are some of my favourite meditations which work deeply inside your mind to help create lasting change from within.Enjoy.About Paul Sheppard My work began with my own experience of anxiety. When traditional approaches failed to provide the change I needed, I trained in new methods and developed a process that transformed my life. Since then, I've coached hundreds of clients to feel less anxious, more empowered and more in control.Today, I help professionals become calmer, more confident and better equipped to perform at their best. My neuroscience-backed approach is designed to create meaningful change that lasts.My coaching goes beyond surface-level mindset work. It helps you recognise the fear-based patterns of the ego, reconnect with who you really are and create meaningful change from within.Life is too short to let old patterns hold you back.ON THIS CHANNELYou'll find podcast conversations, guided breath work, meditations and practical insights to support inner transformation.EXPERIENCE AND CREDENTIALS• Over 20 years' experience• ICF-certified coach• GHR-registered therapist• Host of the top ten Ultimate Mindset Change Podcast (143 Countries)• Trained with Patrick McKeown's Oxygen Advantage® team• Author of Anxiety Is Your Wake-Up CallContact me Mindset Change Updates NewsletterInstagram @MindsetchangeukFacebook Tik Tok Community Mentioned in this episode:Ego Algorithm Coaching Details.Instagram @mindsetchangeuk Email: Info@mindsetchangeuk.com   I hope you got to enjoy that meditation. It's incredible what's available to you with regular practice. And here's something that I wanted to draw your attention to. If you're a coach or you're a business owner who's in the fitness and wellbeing space, and you want to have more impact but less anxiety, less stress, and self-doubt in 90 days, then please direct message me on Instagram the word ego or use the contact link below in the show notes. I look forward to hearing from you

Episode #97 :Raizel Schusterman is a certified Positive Psychology practitioner and ICF-certified life coach. Combining Torah values with positive psychology, she helps individuals and couples live more meaningful lives. Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠apositivecoach.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Thanks you to our sponsor! Miriam Brieger of Sarnocoaching, Miriam offers courses that include step by step guidance on the Sarno method & anxiety techniques. You can begin her Sarno course today and begin healing now iyH! Make sure to take advantage of a special for listeners of this podcast and get $75 off the womens course!. Use code RS75. And $50 off the teen and men's course. Use code RS50. Valid until - Aug 26 You can sign up via her website Sarnocoaching.com and you will get immediate access to the course delivered to your inbox so you can begin your course immediately. Miriam also offers a VIP 6-week private coaching program for those who want more personalized support. You can explore everything she offers at sarnocoaching.com. Or by calling her hotline at 7183039987. You can emailinfo@mbsarnocoaching.com if you have any questions.Check out our sponsor OKclarity.com OKclarity.com is THE place for any Jew - no matter how frum or religious you are - to find an excellent therapist, psychiatrist, coach, or nutritionist. And it's completely free for you to use! OKCLARITY.com's professionals are vetted and have extensive experience working with the Jewish community. Yes, you can even find me there! If you're in the market for a therapist, coach, nutritionist, psychiatrist, or the like - you want to check them out. If you don't find what you're looking for, they have a concierge service where you complete a short form and they will personally match you. Important side note! If you are a wellness professional, I highly recommend joining their directory. Their team is amazing and I've received referrals immediately! In Episode 97, The Parenting Conversation, I sit down with Shifra Klein for a simple, honest conversation between two mothers about parenting. We talk about the challenges that come with raising children, the things we sometimes forget along the way, and the importance of looking at ourselves as we navigate parenting. Shifra recently launched a new workshop for parents, and this conversation touches on many of the ideas behind it. No rocket science, no perfect answers, just two mothers talking openly about the very real, sometimes complicated, and always meaningful journey of parenting.Follow Shifra on Instagram @shifraklein

The biggest changes in decades are coming to mentor coaching. Today's show walks you through the research behind the new Mentor Coaching Competencies, explains the brand-new Mentor Coach Specialization (MCS) credential, and lays out exactly what mentors and mentees need to do before the January 1, 2027 deadline. We also discuss the bigger shift coming in April 2027, when the portfolio path performance evaluation is retired in favor of documented mentor coaching. If you're feeling “change anxiety” about these new guidelines, join us for today's conversation!Carrie Abner is the VP of ICF Credentials and Standards and a Certified Association Executive (CAE) who has advanced professional associations at the local, state, national, and international levels. With a passion for bringing together diverse communities of practitioners through common purpose and voice, Carrie has more than two decades of experience in communications, domestic and foreign policy, and nonprofit management in her roles at the International Coaching Federation, The Council of State Governments, and the International Council for Voluntary Action. Show Highlights:Maintaining the highest standards requires constant growth and change.Mentor coaching: What is it, and why is it important at every level?Mentor coaching is a requirement at the ACC level.Highlights of the upcoming changes–and the research data behind themWhat the new guidelines mean for mentor coaches and mentees in 2026 and 2027Understanding the new Mentor Coach Specialization (MCS) credential– and the two paths to achieve itFinding the courses you need (See Resources below for specific links.)Requirements for experienced mentor coachesBenefits of the new requirements: reduced application fees, faster review times, and the ability to match language/accessibility needsKey takeaways from CarrieAn ideal breakdown of 10 hours of mentor coaching for mentors and menteesResources:Mentor Coach Specialization (MCS) ApplicationMentor Coaching HandbookIntroduction to Mentor Coach Specialization MCSWhat Qualifies as Mentor Coaching Hours?MCS Standard Sample ApplicationMCS Credit for Prior Learning Sample ApplicationConnect with Meg:Explore our mentor program! Now enrolling for Fall 2026! Click here for more information!Learn more about the STaR Coach Community. We would love for you to join us!Explore past episodes and other resources at www.STaRcoachshow.com. Mentioned in this episode:Mentor ProgramIf you're working toward your ACC or PCC credential, or if it's time to recertify your ACC mentor, coaching isn't just a requirement on a checklist. It's one of the most transformative investments you can make in yourself and your coaching. I've taught or mentored over 2000 coaches, and I hear the same thing again and again. I came because I had to, and I am so glad that I did. Coaches tell me they walk away with renewed energy, deeper confidence and a community of peers who genuinely support each other. Here's what you need to know right now. Mentor coaching must span a minimum of three months, so the time to start is not when your credential is just about to expire. And if you complete your hours in 2026, you get ahead of the upcoming ICF changes, which means peace of mind along with skill development. My fall cohort is already filling up. Every group is capped at ten. It's small, personal, and powerful. If you've been waiting for the right time, this is it. So head over to Star Coach Show. That's https://starcoachshow.com/mentor/ to grab your spot or to learn more. I'd love to work with you. Now, let's get into today's show.

What does it cost to keep climbing when you're not sure the ladder is leaning against the right wall? Cynthia Lai spent two decades in multinational banking before a health warning sign forced her to ask that question, and to walk away from a role that looked successful from the outside. In this conversation, Cynthia, a governance advisor, leadership educator, and ICF certified executive coach, joins Lori to talk about: Why high achievers so often ignore the warning signs their bodies are sending them Reframing governance from a system of control into a way of building trust across cultures What it actually takes to navigate an identity shift after leaving a role that defined you How assumptions get in the way of cross-cultural communication, and what to do instead Why resilience means more than "bouncing back," and how mindfulness practices like journaling support it Cynthia Lai is a governance advisor, leadership educator, and ICF certified executive coach with two decades of experience across OCBC, HSBC, and Bank of China. She now helps boards, founders, and senior leaders navigate complexity through clearer governance and more human decision-making, while co-leading MetaOptics, a privacy-preserving AI startup. Timestamps Time Topic 0:00 Welcome and introduction to Cynthia Lai 0:48 The signs high achievers ignore, and what finally wakes them up 2:56 Shifting governance from a system of control to a way of building trust 6:41 Her bold transition from global banking to coaching and advisory 9:56 Listening and leading across cultures, and where assumptions get in the way 13:26 Building resilience that goes deeper than "bouncing back" 17:11 Mindfulness, journaling, and what we lose when we outsource pen to paper 24:39 Staying anchored to your values when everyone else has an agenda for you 28:57 How different cultures approach risk, governance, and accountability 33:39 A blind spot for business travelers in Hong Kong, and the food worth trying 38:26 Join us on Patreon for an exclusive bonus episode with Cynthia here. Where to find Cynthia and connect Find Cynthia Lai at: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cynthiakylai/ Brought to you by Brava Global Advisory Wondering where your own leadership might be running on autopilot? Take the free VOICE diagnostic to find out where to start: https://www.bravaglobaladvisory.com/voice Standing disclosures Thinking about a life abroad? I use and recommend Expatsi to help navigate the move and for a free test on which country is your best fit. As an affiliate, I may earn a small commission. Subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode. Visit https://www.aworldofdifferencepodcast.com for more resources. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Most coaching models were built on Western assumptions: that the individual is free to choose, and that coach and client meet as equals. Nick Wright has spent fifteen years testing those assumptions in NGOs, charities, and communities across seventeen countries and five continents, and he has watched them break down in real time.In this conversation with Raj Anderson and John Andrew Williams, Nick shares the mistakes that taught him the most, the words of wisdom an international group of coaches gave him about how to work across cultures, and the three principles that now anchor his practice. It is a practical, honest look at what changes when you stop trying to master every culture and start showing up with humility and curiosity instead.Whether or not you coach across cultures, the core of this episode applies to every coaching relationship you have.What you'll learnThe two Western assumptions baked into most coaching: individual autonomy and equality between coach and client, and why both can fail outside a Western context.Why direct, goal-first coaching questions can feel blunt or even like a test in cultures where relationship and trust come first.Five practical principles for coaching across difference: relationship, intention, values, openness, and congruence.How to recover when you get it wrong, and why the courage to try and ask forgiveness beats the paralysis of trying to be perfect.Nick's three anchors for every session: prayer, presence, and participation, and what it means to treat coaching as a genuine human encounter.About the guestNick Wright is a cross-cultural coach and organizational development consultant based in the UK, with fifteen years of experience across the NGO sector, charities, and churches. He holds a postgraduate qualification in coaching psychology and has worked in more than seventeen countries across five continents.Connect with Nick at https://www.nick-wright.com/Want to build coaching skills that hold up in any room? Explore our ICF-aligned programs at https://www.coachtrainingedu.com.Connect with Raj at www.coachability.us

One of the most listened to episodes ever on the show. Hypnosis is very effective for pain release and management. Let me guide you into a deep trance to help you heal.There are some new hypnosis episodes coming soon, let me know what you need help with.About Paul Sheppard My work began with my own experience of anxiety. When traditional approaches failed to provide the change I needed, I trained in new methods and developed a process that transformed my life. Since then, I've coached hundreds of clients to feel less anxious, more empowered and more in control.Today, I help professionals become calmer, more confident and better equipped to perform at their best. My neuroscience-backed approach is designed to create meaningful change that lasts.My coaching goes beyond surface-level mindset work. It helps you recognise the fear-based patterns of the ego, reconnect with who you really are and create meaningful change from within.Life is too short to let old patterns hold you back.ON THIS CHANNELYou'll find podcast conversations, guided breath work, meditations and practical insights to support inner transformation.EXPERIENCE AND CREDENTIALS• Over 20 years' experience• ICF-certified coach• GHR-registered therapist• Host of the top ten Ultimate Mindset Change Podcast (143 Countries)• Trained with Patrick McKeown's Oxygen Advantage® team• Author of Anxiety Is Your Wake-Up CallContact me Mindset Change Updates NewsletterInstagram @MindsetchangeukFacebook Tik Tok Community Mentioned in this episode:Ego Algorithm Coaching Details.Instagram @mindsetchangeuk Email: Info@mindsetchangeuk.com   I hope you got to enjoy that meditation. It's incredible what's available to you with regular practice. And here's something that I wanted to draw your attention to. If you're a coach or you're a business owner who's in the fitness and wellbeing space, and you want to have more impact but less anxiety, less stress, and self-doubt in 90 days, then please direct message me on Instagram the word ego or use the contact link below in the show notes. I look forward to hearing from you

Wayne brings 25+ years in senior leadership roles, culminating with two assignments as President for the APAC region in publicMNCs with healthcare focus (CooperVision, GN Hearing). ​His substantial service in the prescription pharmaceutical industry culminated with senior leadership roles at Sanofi and Janssen-Cilag (J&J). He has led teams of up to 600 direct employees, and revenues of up to US$600m. Businesses under Wayne's leadership have delivered exceptionally strong returns with fast revenue growth and market share gains. ​Wayne has deep experience throughout the APAC region, having been in APAC leadership roles since 2006. He has lived and worked in both China and Singapore, and now operates from Singapore and Sydney. He has had significant exposure to the Boards of public MNCs as well as serving as a member of Global Leadership Teams.​Wayne is degree qualified in both Law and Commerce / Marketing from UNSW. He has previously founded and ran his own business, during which he delivered comprehensive leadership programs to a multitude of large and diverse businesses in both Australia and Asia including National Australia Bank, Sanofi and Schering-Plough. He is DiSC certified, has a Cert IV in Workplaceand Business Coaching and is a member of the ICF. He is an avid world adventure traveller, marathon runner (10 completed marathons) and has studied and performed in improvised theatre.​After exiting the corporate world mid 2022, Wayne founded engage4performance Pty Ltd where he combined long held passions (executive coaching and development, speaking) with new endeavours including podcasting (Hard Yards in Leadership) and writing (4 short leaderships books thus far and more on the way). He also is an avid volunteer with Asia Mentors Circle where he devotes significant time to mentoring Asian leaders toward global senior roles.​ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Create abundance in your life with this powerful meditation. Let me guide you into a deeply relaxing meditation where you can access success mode and become the abundant state you seek. Remember, we don't attract what we want, we attract what we are.Thank you for meditating with me as it changes the world more than you can know.About Paul Sheppard My work began with my own experience of anxiety. When traditional approaches failed to provide the change I needed, I trained in new methods and developed a process that transformed my life. Since then, I've coached hundreds of clients to feel less anxious, more empowered and more in control.Today, I help professionals become calmer, more confident and better equipped to perform at their best. My neuroscience-backed approach is designed to create meaningful change that lasts.My coaching goes beyond surface-level mindset work. It helps you recognise the fear-based patterns of the ego, reconnect with who you really are and create meaningful change from within.Life is too short to let old patterns hold you back.ON THIS CHANNELYou'll find podcast conversations, guided breath work, meditations and practical insights to support inner transformation.EXPERIENCE AND CREDENTIALS• Over 20 years' experience• ICF-certified coach• GHR-registered therapist• Host of the top ten Ultimate Mindset Change Podcast (143 Countries)• Trained with Patrick McKeown's Oxygen Advantage® team• Author of Anxiety Is Your Wake-Up CallContact me Mindset Change Updates NewsletterInstagram @MindsetchangeukFacebook Tik Tok Community Mentioned in this episode:Ego Algorithm Coaching Details.Instagram @mindsetchangeuk Email: Info@mindsetchangeuk.com   I hope you got to enjoy that meditation. It's incredible what's available to you with regular practice. And here's something that I wanted to draw your attention to. If you're a coach or you're a business owner who's in the fitness and wellbeing space, and you want to have more impact but less anxiety, less stress, and self-doubt in 90 days, then please direct message me on Instagram the word ego or use the contact link below in the show notes. I look forward to hearing from you

Send us Fan Mail You can hit every milestone and still feel like something is off and that's the moment we stop calling it a motivation problem and start treating it like a clarity problem. We're unpacking why the traditional “success ladder” so often leads to burnout, exhaustion, and that hollow feeling of chasing the wind, even for high-performing professionals who look like they have it all together. We talk about how external definitions of success get installed in the first place: family expectations, cultural pressure, first-generation responsibility, and workplace systems that push the next promotion before you've even had time to breathe. Shante Alexander, an organizational psychologist and ICF certified coach, shares a reframing I keep thinking about: just because a door has been opened for you doesn't mean that's the door you need to walk through. From there, we get practical about autonomy, boundaries, and what it takes to choose a direction that actually fits. The heart of the conversation is values and needs. We explore how naming your core values creates language for what you care about most, and why so many goals are really attempts to meet universal human needs like love, peace, worth, belonging, safety, freedom, and purpose. We also break down what “thriving” looks like when you strip away hustle culture: listening to your body, respecting your limits, and building identity-based changes one small step at a time. If you're ready to redefine success in a way that supports mental health, sustainable achievement, and a life that feels aligned, press play. Subscribe, share this with a friend who's running on empty, and leave a review so more people can find these conversations. Website: https://www.shantealexander.com Book: "The Emotional Cost of Clarity: How Burnout, Boundaries, and Breakdowns Lead to Breakthroughs" (available on Amazon) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shante-alexander/ Royal Oasis Psychotherapy Institute Free for life, and no code needed. Download now, and start changing your life today! Towards Wellness Coaching Offer: 25% off | Code: POD2026. Available internationally in paperback and eBook formats. Wake up ltd Self Mental Healthcare/Stress Relief Practices - Buddha way, backed by science | Code: healthymind Extraordinary People LLC All free so we can get to know each other! Focal Point Coaching of Oak Park Offer: First session FREE | Code: Mention "HealthyMind" in your email Avita Yoga Free Avita Yoga class and exclusive interview with Jeff: Know Your Constitution Convergence Offer: 50% off | TRANSFORM50 Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show Want to Be a Guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life?

Episode SummaryIn this episode of the Two Piers Podcast, Erica D'Eramo is joined by Thea Charles and Bob Greene for a discussion about the power of questions in leadership.Together, they explore why asking better questions is such a valuable skill for leaders, coaches, facilitators, managers, and anyone responsible for helping people think more clearly. The conversation covers open-ended questions, delegation, active listening, performance conversations, team development, and the shift from being the person with the answer to being the person who helps others find their own.Erica, Thea, and Bob also discuss why “why” questions can sometimes create defensiveness, how leaders can use “what” and “how” questions more effectively, and why giving people space to answer is just as important as asking the question itself.In This EpisodeErica, Thea, and Bob discuss:Why powerful questions are a practical leadership skillHow leaders can move away from the pressure to have all the answersThe difference between being a bottleneck and becoming a multiplierHow questions support better delegationWhy open-ended questions often create better insightThe limits of “why” questions in interpersonal conversationsHow to ask questions without leading people toward a predetermined answerWhy space, silence, and follow-up questions matterHow questions can support team ownership, creativity, and problem-solvingWhy coach education can be valuable for leaders, even if they do not plan to become professional coachesKey TakeawayBetter questions help leaders build trust, develop people, and create more ownership across teams.For leaders who are used to being rewarded for having answers, this can be a meaningful shift. The value is no longer only in knowing what to do. It is also in creating the conditions for better thinking, stronger conversations, and more sustainable action.Interested in Building Your Question-Asking Skills?Erica, Thea, and Bob all teach in the University of New Hampshire Certificate in Professional Coaching program.This live online program is designed for people pursuing professional coaching as well as leaders, managers, and professionals who want to bring coaching skills into their work. The program includes hands-on coaching practice, reflection, mentorship, and real-time feedback, with a focus on skills such as active listening, powerful questions, ethical practice, accountability, and supporting growth in others.Enrollment is open for the Fall 2026 cohort.Learn more about the UNH Certificate in Professional Coaching:https://training.unh.edu/coachingAbout the GuestsThea CharlesThea Charles, PCC, is a mentor coach, leadership coach, educator, and consultant whose work includes coach education, mentor coaching, leadership development, and support for coaches pursuing ICF credentials.Connect with Thea:Website: https://thearenel.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thea-charlesBob GreeneBob Greene, MS, ACC, is a coach, consultant, facilitator, and trainer who works with individuals and teams on leadership development, career development, team effectiveness, communication, conflict resolution, and organizational development.Connect with Bob:Website: https://www.bgcoach.net/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertdgreeneMore from Two PiersLearn more about Two Piers Consulting: https://www.twopiersconsulting.comBrowse podcast episodes, summaries, and transcripts: https://www.twopiersconsulting.com/podcast

What is your top leadership challenge? A recent informal study gathered data from 23,000 HR professionals, and they identified difficult conversations and feedback as their top leadership challenge. Today's guest walks us through each of the 5 C's of difficult conversations. Join us to learn how to ready your mindset for difficult conversations so you can thrive as a coach and leader!Maren Perry is the founder and CEO of Arden Coaching, a B2B leadership development firm she started in New York in 2007, when coaching was a largely unknown field. Today, Arden is a national firm of 40-plus Professional and Master Certified Coaches serving CHROs, VPs of HR, and directors of leadership and development at mid-market organizations across engineering, construction, finance, healthcare, and tech. Some of their clients include Kaiser Permanente, Microsoft, Mars/Wrigley, ZipRecruiter, BetMGM, and JLL. With a background in cognitive science and thousands of coaching hours at the senior executive level, Maren and her team specialize in developing technically brilliant people into leaders who build high-performing teams.Show Highlights:Maren's journey to clarity about the real problem in having difficult conversations for HR professionalsThe truth: People are desperate for feedback. (and it's kind to offer feedback!)The 5 C's to prepare for difficult conversations:Courage–Have difficult conversations, even when you are fearful about it.Clear–Clear yourself of stories (that might be true or untrue) and emotions first.Collaborative–This mindset is to “sit on the same side of the table.”Certain–Go into the conversation with clarity and certainty, not stubbornness.Curious–Curiosity is key for coaches and leaders; leave space to be wrong.Transformations in using the 5 C's frameworkA key takeaway from Maren: “Practice the 5 C's of difficult conversations. No one gets better without practicing.”Resources:Connect with Maren Perry: Website and LinkedInConnect with Meg:Explore our mentor program! Now enrolling for Fall 2026! Click here for more information!Learn more about the STaR Coach Community. We would love for you to join us!Explore past episodes and other resources at www.STaRcoachshow.com.Mentioned in this episode:Mentor ProgramIf you're working toward your ACC or PCC credential, or if it's time to recertify your ACC mentor, coaching isn't just a requirement on a checklist. It's one of the most transformative investments you can make in yourself and your coaching. I've taught or mentored over 2000 coaches, and I hear the same thing again and again. I came because I had to, and I am so glad that I did. Coaches tell me they walk away with renewed energy, deeper confidence and a community of peers who genuinely support each other. Here's what you need to know right now. Mentor coaching must span a minimum of three months, so the time to start is not when your credential is just about to expire. And if you complete your hours in 2026, you get ahead of the upcoming ICF changes, which means peace of mind along with skill development. My fall cohort is already filling up. Every group is capped at ten. It's small, personal, and powerful. If you've been waiting for the right time, this is it. So head over to Star Coach Show. That's https://starcoachshow.com/mentor/ to grab your spot or to learn more. I'd love to work with you. Now, let's get into today's show.

ICF-certified coach and author Sarah Oelschig explains how to recover from burnout by subtracting commitments, reconnecting with what matters, and rebuilding through small, repeatable habits. She also shows HR leaders and managers how to spot hidden burnout and build the psychological safety that keeps teams healthy. Learn more at https://sarahoelschigcoaching.com/.

Ever look at your ADHD kid and think, "I know they want to do well — so why can't they just get started?" This week, cognitive engineer and ADHD coach Jeff Copper joins Elaine to break down a completely new way of understanding motivation and executive function. You'll learn why "unmotivated" is almost always the wrong word, why extra time isn't the accommodation you think it is, and why talking things through with your kid might be one of the most powerful tools you have. This one's dense — you may want to listen twice. Tap in for a total shift in how you see effort, motivation, and what your ADHD kid is actually up against.What to expect in this episode:A new way to understand ADHD motivation using Dr. Russell Barkley's two-brain modelWhy calling executive function an "impairment" can actually reduce shame, not increase itWhy rewards and willpower fall short as long-term motivation strategiesWhy extra time isn't the relief parents assume it isWhy talking things through with your kid is a real, research-backed accommodationAbout Jeff CopperJeff Copper is a cognitive engineer and ADHD coach. He is founder of DIG Coaching Practice, Attention Talk Radio, and Attention Talk Video. He holds professional designations from ICF and PAAC and certifications from ADD Coach Academy and Coaches Training Institute. A member of ADDA, CHADD, ACO, PAAC, and ICF, Jeff developed Cognitive Ergonomics From the Inside Out®, a radical departure from the current ADHD intervention paradigm. In recognition of his contributions, he received the ACO's 2022 Professional Excellence Award. Jeff continues to innovate in attention coaching, helping individuals understand and manage their ADHD challenges.​Connect with JeffFacebook (optional):  https://www.facebook.com/adultaddcoachX Handle (optional)   https://twitter.com/digcoachingLinkedin (optional)   https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-copper  Instagram (optional)   https://instagram.com/dig.coaching ​Connect with Impact Parents:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impactparentsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ImpactParentsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/impactparents

A simple meditation for inner peace. I truly believe that we can create powerful lives from a peaceful and present state of mind. Let me guide you into experiencing a deep relaxing state of being to help you discover the truth of who you are.About Paul Sheppard My work began with my own experience of anxiety. When traditional approaches failed to provide the change I needed, I trained in new methods and developed a process that transformed my life. Since then, I've coached hundreds of clients to feel less anxious, more empowered and more in control.Today, I help professionals become calmer, more confident and better equipped to perform at their best. My neuroscience-backed approach is designed to create meaningful change that lasts.My coaching goes beyond surface-level mindset work. It helps you recognise the fear-based patterns of the ego, reconnect with who you really are and create meaningful change from within.Life is too short to let old patterns hold you back.ON THIS CHANNELYou'll find podcast conversations, guided breath work, meditations and practical insights to support inner transformation.EXPERIENCE AND CREDENTIALS• Over 20 years' experience• ICF-certified coach• GHR-registered therapist• Host of the top ten Ultimate Mindset Change Podcast (143 Countries)• Trained with Patrick McKeown's Oxygen Advantage® team• Author of Anxiety Is Your Wake-Up CallContact me Mindset Change Updates NewsletterInstagram @MindsetchangeukFacebook Tik Tok Community Mentioned in this episode:Ego Algorithm Coaching Details.Instagram @mindsetchangeuk Email: Info@mindsetchangeuk.com   I hope you got to enjoy that meditation. It's incredible what's available to you with regular practice. And here's something that I wanted to draw your attention to. If you're a coach or you're a business owner who's in the fitness and wellbeing space, and you want to have more impact but less anxiety, less stress, and self-doubt in 90 days, then please direct message me on Instagram the word ego or use the contact link below in the show notes. I look forward to hearing from you

What does master-level coaching sound like when a leader faces one of the hardest conversations they'll ever have? In this Coaching Mastery episode, Dr. Andrew Gorter coaches a leader preparing to let a team member go. Rather than offering advice or leadership techniques, Andrew demonstrates how powerful coaching helps clients discover their own clarity, strengthen their leadership identity, and move confidently into difficult situations. Throughout the coaching session, Cindy Schmelzenbach, MCC pauses to highlight the International Coaching Federation (ICF) Master Certified Coach (MCC) competencies at work, helping listeners understand not only what Andrew is doing, but why his coaching creates such meaningful transformation. Whether you're pursuing an ICF credential, developing your coaching skills, or simply wanting to lead others with greater wisdom and presence, this episode offers a rare opportunity to hear masterful coaching in action. In this episode, you'll discover: * Why masterful coaches resist the urge to solve their client's problem. * How powerful coaching moves from managing circumstances to shaping leadership identity. * What it looks like to partner with a client instead of directing the conversation. * How simple, thoughtful questions can unlock profound insight. * The importance of honoring both compassion and clarity during difficult leadership moments. * How awareness naturally leads to confident action. Featured Guests Dr. Andrew Gorter, MCC is a Master Certified Coach, licensed marriage and family therapist, and founder of Plus One Coaching. For more than 25 years, he has coached family business leaders, executives, and organizations toward greater clarity, healthier leadership, and lasting impact. Learn more about Andrew Gorter: https://plusonecoaching.com/  Cindy Schmelzenbach, MCC serves as Director of Education for the Professional Christian Coaching Institute. She is a Master Certified Coach, Gallup Certified Strengths Coach, ICF Mentor Coach, and Global Ambassador for the International Coaching Federation's Coach Education Community. Her commentary throughout this episode helps listeners recognize the subtle coaching choices that distinguish MCC-level coaching. Learn more about Cindy Schmelzenbach: https://coachingwithcindy.com/ Resources Mentioned Coaching Process Diagram: https://professionalchristiancoaching.com/bundle ICF Minimum Skills Requirements for MCC Coaching: https://coachingfederation.org/resource/mcc-minimum-skills-requirements/  Professional Christian Coaching Institute: https://professionalchristiancoaching.com/   --- Start your journey to become a Professional Christian Life Coach!  Connect with an Academic Advisor: https://calendly.com/d/cqkt-5nf-5pw/connect-with-an-academic-advisor?utm_source=podcast Join the Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/professionalchristiancoaching/ Our gift to you! 15+ Hours of FREE Training "The Ultimate Christian Coaching Bundle": https://professionalchristiancoaching.com/bundle PCCI Website: https://professionalchristiancoaching.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ChristianCoaching/videos  

Metaphors matter and, whether intentional or not, they exist in every coaching conversation. The metaphorical images we use have a strong impact on our clients' brains, and we need to understand the neuroscience behind this power. Today's guest explains how we work with the client's own metaphor rather than quietly replacing it with our own, and we explore a simple shift in language that can change how you think about the people you coach.Lyssa deHart is an author, master coach trainer, YouTube educator, and host of The Coaching Studio Podcast. Her books include StoryJacking: Change Your Inner Dialogue, Transform Your Life, the Reflective Coach, Light Up: The Science of Coaching with Metaphors, and Sticky Outcomes! at the Intersection of Coaching, Neuroscience, & Lasting Impact. Lyssa is a recovering therapist, Confidence Coach, Certified Mentor Coach, Coaching SUPERVision Partner, ICF PCC Assessor, and coaching educator. She guides and empowers professional coaches to enhance their client outcomes through deep listening, client-led approaches, and fostering a partnership that empowers their clients. In all her work, she is committed to improving the coaching community by enhancing the quality and impact of the coach-client relationship.Show Highlights:Using the client's own metaphors to listen and make them feel heardGetting curious with directionality about metaphors in conversationMetaphors are idea containers–structures in language to describe an experience. (Metaphors are the language of people!)Guard against extraneous cognitive load unnecessarily in client conversations. (Don't change the client's language.)The neuroscience behind visual languageNext steps for coaches who want to partner with clients in metaphorical languageResisting the urge to bring your own metaphor into the coaching conversation with “the thinker” (your client)Replacing “client/coachee” language with “thinker” and understanding the deeper meaningLyssa's key takeaway: “Start noticing metaphors in every conversation, and be curious about them.”Resources:Connect with Lyssa deHart: Website, LinkedIn, Learning Academy, YouTube, The Coaching Studio Podcast, StoryJacking: Change Your Inner Dialogue, Transform Your Life, the Reflective Coach, Light Up: The Science of Coaching with Metaphors, and Sticky Outcomes! at the Intersection of Coaching, Neuroscience, & Lasting Impact.Connect with Meg:Explore our mentor program! Now enrolling for Fall 2026! Click here for more information!Learn more about the STaR Coach Community. We would love for you to join us!Explore past episodes and other resources at www.STaRcoachshow.com.Mentioned in this episode:Mentor ProgramIf you're working toward your ACC or PCC credential, or if it's time to recertify your ACC mentor, coaching isn't just a requirement on a checklist. It's one of the most transformative investments you can make in yourself and your coaching. I've taught or mentored over 2000 coaches, and I hear the same thing again and again. I came because I had to, and I am so glad that I did. Coaches tell me they walk away with renewed energy, deeper confidence and a community of peers who genuinely support each other. Here's what you need to know right now. Mentor coaching must span a minimum of three months, so the time to start is not when your credential is just about to expire. And if you complete your hours in 2026, you get ahead of the upcoming ICF changes, which means peace of mind along with skill development. My fall cohort is already filling up. Every group is capped at ten. It's small, personal, and powerful. If you've been waiting for the right time, this is it. So head over to Star Coach Show. That's https://starcoachshow.com/mentor/ to grab your spot or to learn more. I'd love to work with you. Now, let's get into today's show.

In this episode, Bev and Sandy discuss:​Sandy's backstory into coaching and the Enneagram​9 Enneagram types and how this may show up in a coaching call with a clientBev and Sandy share their Enneagram typesKey Take-aways:​Reflect on which Enneagram types you could relate to.​Connect with Sandy if you would like to learn more about your type(s) or do some continuing coach education around the Enneagram.ABOUT SANDY:Sandy Swanson, PCC, NBC-HWC, is a holistic leadership coach and mentor coach who believes that transformation begins with a deeper understanding of yourself. She works with leaders, coaches, therapists, and anyone tired of shrinking, second-guessing themselves, and disappearing into everyone else's needs.As a mentor coach, Sandy helps coaches strengthen their coaching skills, deepen their self-awareness, and learn to trust their own voice and presence in coaching conversations. Her work is informed by somatic and energetic awareness, the Enneagram, and healthy doses of compassion and humor.Sandy is also the host of "Beyond the Type", an Enneagram-inspired podcast about the “beautiful mess of being human”, where she explores communication, self-awareness, relationships, and personal growth.When she's not coaching, you might find her riding her Triumph Tiger 800XC motorcycle, rescuing migratory birds, or sitting in an opera pit orchestra somewhere on the Gulf Coast of Florida.CONNECT WITH SANDY:Learn more about Sandy's mentor coaching program, Patterns, Presence and the Enneagram - use code FOUNDING for a special discounted rate for August and October 2026 cohorts:⁠https://www.swansoncoaching.com/coaches-enneagram⁠Book a Typing Interview:⁠https://www.swansoncoaching.com/typinginterview⁠Sign up for Sandy's coaching newsletter here:⁠https://www.swansoncoaching.com/coaches⁠About Beverly:Beverly Sartain is the President of the Holistic Coach Training Institute, where she trains coaches on coaching skills and a holistic approach. The Holistic Coach Certification Programs are ICF Level 1 and Level 2 accredited that focuses on a holistic approach to coaching. We see clients as whole, complete and resourceful to create creative solutions to their challenges and dreams. During her ten-year career in nonprofits, she managed and developed domestic violence and co-occurring residential programs. Beverly is a Certified Addictions Professional. She has her PCC (Professional Certified Coach) from the ICF and loves developing human beings through coaching.Connect with HCTI:Sign-up for Holistic Coach Newsletter to get coaching skill and coaching business inspiration ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign-up for a Discovery Call ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ so you can join our Holistic Coach Certification Program or receive coaching.Check out our other offering on our website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://holisticcoachtraininginstitute.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

✨ If you're ready to take the next step toward a life that's aligned with your purpose, learn more about my ICF-accredited Coach Certification Program + apply here: https://www.alyssanobriga.com/apply-ibogaine   ==== This week on The Healing & Human Potential Podcast, I'm sharing one of the most profound experiences of my life, my ibogaine experience. It's a plant medicine with roots in West African ceremony, and researchers are now studying what it can do for trauma, depression, and PTSD. I did three fractional doses over one week at a medical clinic in Cancun, each one carrying a completely different intention and opening up a completely different world. I share what came up in each journey: meeting the two parts of my personality I've come to call my Optimizer and my Playful self, learning how fear actually wants to be met instead of healed, and realizing how much I'd been overriding my own body without knowing it. The medicine seemed to mirror whatever I brought into it, and what it gave back was heart-opening and deeply clarifying; more than anything, it reminded me how much wisdom is already inside us, waiting to be heard. Disclaimer: This episode is for educational purposes only and reflects Alyssa's personal experience. It is not intended as medical advice or a recommendation to use ibogaine. Ibogaine carries serious medical risks and should only be considered where legal, under the care of qualified medical professionals, following appropriate medical screening. Always consult your healthcare provider before making decisions about your health or treatment. ====   Beond Ibogaine Treatment Center: https://beondibogaine.com   ====   Website: alyssanobriga.com Instagram: @alyssanobriga TikTok - @alyssanobriga Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6b5s2xbA2d3pETSvYBZ9YR Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/healing-human-potential/id1705626495   ==== Alyssa Nobriga International, LLC - Disclaimer This podcast is presented solely for educational and entertainment purposes. It is not intended as a substitute for the advice of a physician, professional coach, psychotherapist, or any other qualified professional. We shall in no event be held liable to any party for any reason arising directly or indirectly for the use or interpretation of the information presented in this video. Copyright 2023, Alyssa Nobriga International, LLC - All rights reserved.