Coaching Revealed an Institute of Coaching Podcast Revealing the Evolution of Coaching Science with Angela Passarelli
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Jul 10, 2025 Angela Passarelli, former Director of Research and Chair of the IOC’s Scientific Advisory Council, shares her insights into the evolution of coaching science. She discusses the shift from proving efficacy to understanding the underlying mechanisms of coaching. Fascinating early fMRI studies on coaching's impact on emotional attractors are revealed. The conversation delves into the integration of neuroscience with emotional intelligence, and the challenges and innovations in measuring coaching's effects, shedding light on potential future research directions.
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Angela's Leadership Origin Story
- Angela's interest in leadership started in seventh grade with student council activities.
- Her doctoral studies with mentors David Kolb and Richard Boyatzis deepened her focus on coaching and emotional intelligence.
Neuroscience Reveals Coaching Effects
- Early coaching research used neuroimaging to analyze brain responses to leadership styles.
- Emotional attractor states influence how coaching impacts clients' neurobiology and stress regulation.
Real-Time Coaching Stress Study
- Angela's IOC-funded research measured real-time stress responses during coaching using physiological sensors.
- Vision-focused conversations caused initial stress but led to better adaptive responses than problem-focused talks.