A Coach's Ongoing Evolution: Conversation with Chantel Allen
Apr 18, 2024
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Chantel Allen, a coach who evolved from a 'rule follower' to find the best approach for her clients, discusses breaking away from traditional coaching norms, embracing personalized coaching, and the importance of authenticity and emotional understanding in attracting clients. The podcast explores her journey of internal conflict, transformation, and the shift towards emotion work in coaching. It also touches on the importance of authenticity and genuine connections in coaching and marketing evolution.
Chantelle evolved from a 'rule follower' to embracing authenticity in coaching methodology.
She transitioned from structured marketing to fostering genuine client relationships for business growth.
Deep dives
Chantelle's Evolution in Coaching
Chantelle's journey in coaching highlights her willingness to adapt and grow despite being labeled as a 'type A, high achieving striver.' Initially following traditional coaching methods, she later discovered that these approaches did not align with her authentic self. Through self-exploration and courage to step outside the box, she integrated new methods, emphasizing the importance of going first in her own development before guiding her clients.
Navigating Change and Inner Struggles
Chantelle candidly shares her experience of transitioning from prescribed coaching models to finding her unique approach. The internal battle of breaking away from the norm and fear of being different resonates throughout her journey. Despite facing uncertainties and frequent self-doubt, she persists in embracing change and prioritizing authenticity over conformity in her coaching practice.
Experiential Learning and Client Relationships
Chantelle's shift from relying on structured marketing strategies to nurturing authentic relationships underscores the power of genuine connections. Emphasizing live events and organic conversations, she strategically focuses on client referrals and direct interactions as key drivers of her coaching business. This approach fosters trust, loyalty, and a sense of community among her clients.
Refocusing on Character Development in Coaching
Recognizing the shift in self-development practices, Chantelle advocates for a balanced approach that values character growth over superficial achievements. By integrating thought work and emotion work into the broader context of character development, she aims to empower clients towards holistic personal growth and service to others. Her emphasis on selflessness and genuine connection reinforces the transformative potential of coaching beyond traditional outcomes.
Coaches can feel trapped in the way of being they learned in training -- especially if they were trained in a dogmatic community. My friend Chantel is an example of a "rule follower" and a "striver" who started her practice doing everything by the book. As she realized the tools she learned first were good but not perfect, she kept learning, kept evolving and, in her words, "falling apart" as she pursued the best approach for her and her clients.
Announcement: On May 1 I'm holding my first "Office Hours with Mark". Office Hours creates space and time for my fellow coaches to connect with me and get support. Go to https://mrkbtlr.com/office-hours to opt in for details.
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