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S23EP08: How to Take A Summer Away From Coaching

Jul 11, 2024
In this engaging conversation, Rich, a seasoned leader with extensive coaching insights, explores the transformative power of taking breaks from coaching. He emphasizes the balance between personal growth and leadership, sharing how life changes like parenthood shape strategies. Rich advocates for intentional self-reflection and quality interactions, while also discussing the importance of structured independence for clients. Additionally, he encourages embracing the journey of mastery through personal setbacks, reminding listeners that growth often comes from the challenges faced.
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  • Successful individuals often grapple with impostor syndrome, revealing their need for support despite outward achievements, challenging common perceptions of coaching.
  • Taking extended breaks from coaching can rejuvenate both coaches and clients, promoting personal growth and enhancing their effectiveness in future sessions.

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The Loneliness of Success

Success can often lead to feelings of loneliness and self-doubt, even among high achievers. Many successful individuals experience a phenomenon where they feel more like impostors as they reach greater heights, questioning their position in the company of others. It's emphasized that clients who seem more successful, intelligent, and wealthy may actually need support more than they realize, highlighting the coach's unique role in their lives. This notion challenges the perception that successful individuals do not require assistance, revealing a deeper layer of vulnerability hidden beneath outward achievement.

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