The AC Podcast 251: The Essential Role of Vulnerability and Humanness in Coaching Supervision
In this episode Claire Pedrick, master coach and co-author of ‘The Human Behind the Coach,’ joins host, Helen O’Grady to explore the vital role of humanness in coaching supervision. They discuss the importance of authenticity, vulnerability, and why the supervisee, rather than supervisor, decides if a space is safe or not. Claire shares personal insights on power dynamics, the value of self-reflection, and the ethics of supervisors bringing their humanity to their sessions. The conversation highlights the evolving nature of supervision, the need for continuous growth, and the courage required to foster genuine human connection within coaching relationships.
You will learn:
· What humanness in supervision means
· The benefits of being human and vulnerable as a supervisor
· The concept of self-supervision and the significance of reflection
“If you're asking me to disclose, explore, and dig, but you're acting like a robot because you know all your great questions and you're not being human, I can't show up either."
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