Everything Life Coaching: The Positive Psychology and Science Behind Coaching

What Happens When A Coach Gives Advice (And Why You Shouldn’t)

May 12, 2023

Coaching experts John and Noelle discuss the limitations of giving advice in coaching, emphasizing the importance of asking powerful questions. They explore the power of physical experiences in coaching sessions, such as tingles and chills. The distinction between feelings and intuition is explored, along with strategies for discerning between the two. The relationship between intuition and fear is examined, emphasizing the value of exploring patterns and using questions instead of advice.

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Quick takeaways

Coaches should prioritize asking questions over giving advice to create space for solution finding.

Coaches should aim for an equitable partnership with clients, empowering them to make their own decisions rather than relying on the coach as an expert.

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The Art and Science of Coaching

Coaches should focus on asking questions rather than giving advice. Giving advice shuts down exploration, while asking questions creates space for solution finding.

Introduction

2min

The Limitations of Giving and Receiving Advice in Coaching

5min

The Power of Physical Experiences in Coaching Sessions

13min

Exploring the Difference Between Feelings and Intuition

2min

Exploring Intuition and its Relationship with Fear

3min

After coaching for more than a decade, John and Noelle share their insights into what can happen when coaches give advice. Does it help or harm? And if advice-giving isn't empowering for the client, what can coaches do instead?

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Music in this episode is by Cody Martin and used under a creative commons license. The Everything Life Coaching Podcast is Produced and Audio Engineered by Rithu Jagannath.

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