S1 Episode 45: Belief and Trust - Foundations of Coaching Mastery with J Val Hastings

'Mastery is about expanding your range as a coach'. Today, Claire Pedrick MCC talks to J Val Hastings MCC about the connection between coaching mastery and Harry Potter. Find out what made Val take 8 years of mentor coaching on his journey to MCC and hear his top tips for coaches seeking to become even better.

takeaways

• Mastery is the dance you don't learn in a classroom.
• Masterful conversations are about partnership and presence.
• Belief in the process is essential for effective coaching.
• Continuous learning and feedback are crucial for mastery.
• Mastery involves expanding your range as a coach.
• The nuances in coaching conversations can lead to transformation.
• It's important to embrace the discomfort in coaching.
• Growth often comes from taking risks on the skinny branch.
• Mastery is not a destination but an ongoing journey.
• Engaging in parallel pursuits can enhance coaching skills.

Keywords

coaching, mastery, coaching conversations, presence, intuition, belief, trust, growth, feedback, learning