S20EP06: The power of coaching more than 1 person at a time
Aug 24, 2023
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This podcast explores the power of coaching multiple people at a time and the magic that happens when they learn from each other. It discusses the impact of coaching on top performers and addresses issues like loneliness and imposter syndrome. The hosts also reflect on their early days of quarantine and discuss the value of aligning priorities with purpose in life. They emphasize the importance of continuous learning and being present in the moment. The podcast also explores the significance of intuition, emotional availability, and sharing wisdom in coaching and leadership.
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Coaching is about creating moments where life looks different and everything can change, rather than following a step-by-step process.
Intuition in coaching is a powerful tool that involves high-level pattern recognition and should be explored without attachment to being right.
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The Power of Insight in Coaching
The podcast episode explores the importance of one single insight in coaching. The host, Rich Litvin, emphasizes that coaching is not about following a step-by-step process but rather about creating moments where life looks different and everything can change. He discusses the loneliness and imposter syndrome that can come with success and highlights the value of supporting clients who may be more successful and intelligent than the coach themselves. Litvin also shares his love for coaching multiple people at once, allowing for insights to evolve across different conversations.
Using Intuition in Coaching
During the coaching conversation, the topic of using intuition in coaching is explored. Litvin defines intuition as high-level pattern recognition and discusses how it can be a powerful tool in coaching. He shares his approach of playing with intuition without attachment to being right and illustrates this through a random word association activity. He emphasizes the importance of not being afraid to experiment with different coaching tools and techniques to best serve clients.
Guilt and the Desire for Growth
The episode delves into the themes of guilt and the constant desire for personal growth. One participant express guilt around not being where they think they should be in their coaching business, always chasing and comparing themselves. Another participant shares their similar struggle of feeling guilty for prioritizing learning and growth while also being a parent. Litvin encourages both individuals to explore the impact of these narratives on their lives and consider alternative perspectives. He highlights the value of being present and acknowledging personal accomplishments while also embracing the journey of growth.
You know what I love the most about coaching around insight? It's that I have no idea walking into a session, just what is going to occur.
In this conversation, Lauren wants my guidance on using intuition in coaching. And Anthony wants to let go of the unrelenting guilt—common to so many high performers—that he isn't yet where he wants to be.
How on earth will I bring these two conversations together?
There's only one answer to that question. It's to be totally present and in the moment. And to discover what happens along the way.
It turns out that Anthony has his biggest insights listening to Lauren. And Lauren has her biggest insights listening to Anthony. And that is actually the magic of coaching more than one person at a time
Love. Rich
PS. For most of human history, it wasn’t called coaching. It was called leadership. Download an FAQ for great leaders who want to be great coaches - with a handful of high-performing, high-fee clients. https://richlitvin.com/rules
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