

SFH # 146 Executive Coaching with Brian Underhill of CoachSource
Apr 19, 2021
In a captivating discussion, Brian Underhill, founder of CoachSource and a prominent executive coaching expert, shares his journey from personal assistant in entertainment to coaching leaders worldwide. He delves into the evolution of coaching, emphasizing its growing accessibility, especially post-COVID. Brian reflects on balancing professional success with personal well-being and envisions a future where executive coaching fosters humane workplace cultures. Passionate about leadership alignment, he encourages listeners to cultivate purpose in their careers.
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From Toxic First Job To Purpose
- Brian left a TV producer job after being treated abusively and pursued graduate school in organizational psychology.
- That experience drove him to build workplaces that are motivating and humane through coaching.
Experience Built The Business Model
- Brian learned coaching operations working with Marshall Goldsmith for a decade before founding CoachSource.
- That deep operational experience shaped CoachSource's model of global executive coaching delivery.
Start Coaching With Rigorous Assessment
- Begin coaching with assessments like interviews, 360 surveys, and personality tools to surface strengths and blind spots.
- Use that feedback to co-create an action plan with boss involvement and measurable outcomes.