The Bright Morning Podcast with Elena Aguilar

Episode Description  | At Bright Morning, we believe every conversation is an equity conversation (or at least it should be). But what does that mean? In this episode, Elena shares the three things you can do to make this a reality. Mentioned in this episode: Ladder of InferenceThe Art of Coaching Workbook, Exploring Identity Markers & Reflecting on Identity Markers exercises (pp.16-19) (retired July 2024 with the release of Arise: The Art of Transformational Coaching)Opportunities for continued learning: The Art of Coaching Workshop (retired July 2024 and replaced by The Art of Transformational Coaching workshop)Coaching for Equity Workshop The Art of Coaching (retired July 2024 with the release of Arise: The Art of Transformational Coaching) Visit https://brightmorningteam.com/podcasts/ for links to everything we mention on the show. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, InstagramReceive weekly wisdom and tools from Elena delivered to your inbox! Sign up at https://brightmorningteam.com/newsletter/ Support us 

“Can I coach if I’m the boss?” The short answer is yes. But only if you are clear, intentional, and capable. If you are an administrator, a supervisor, or anyone who is responsible for evaluation who also wants to take a coaching stance, this is an episode you don’t want to miss. Mentioned in this episode: The Art of Coaching Workshop (retired July 2024 and replaced by The Art of Transformational Coaching workshop)The Art of Coaching Teams WorkshopOpportunities for continued learning: The Art of Coaching Teams WorkshopArtful Design and Facilitation Workshop Are You a Manager Looking to Coach? Start Here. (blog post) Evaluation, Feedback and Coaching: What You Need to Know (blog post) Reflection questions: How clear are you—and your team—on the different stances you take as a boss and a coach? Where might more transparency around your role or intentions strengthen trust and clarity?Think of a recent conversation with someone you supervise. What stance did you take? In hindsight, was it the most effective stance for that moment? Why or why not?What internal shifts might you need to make to fully embrace coaching as part of your leadership identity? How could redefining “boss” to include coaching change the way you lead?Visit https://brightmorningteam.com/podcasts/ for links to everything we mention on the show. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, InstagramReceive weekly wisdom and tools from Elena delivered to your inbox! Sign up at https://brightmorningteam.com/newsletter/ Support us 

You’re in the middle of a team meeting or a work conversation and someone says something that sets you off. How do you respond? In today’s episode, Elena provides the background information that you need to be able to understand what’s driving your response in those moments, gives you a three-step method to use to respond with intention, and shares an activity you can start using today to increase your self-awareness. If you’re looking to increase your EQ, this episode is for you! Mentioned in this episode: The Myth of Normal, by Gabor MatéThe Body Keeps the Score, Bessel van der KolkThe Art of Coaching Teams (book by Elena) The Art of Coaching Workbook (retired July 2024 with the release of Arise: The Art of Transformational Coaching)The Things that Get Under My Skin (exercise from The Art of Coaching Workbook retired July 2024 with the release of Arise: The Art of Transformational Coaching) Opportunities for continued learning: The Art of Coaching Teams Workshop Visit https://brightmorningteam.com/podcasts/ for links to everything we mention on the show. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, InstagramReceive weekly wisdom and tools from Elena delivered to your inbox! Sign up at https://brightmorningteam.com/newsletter/ Support us 

If you want a team that can engage in healthy conflict, one that experiences high levels of investment and low levels of resistance, you need to focus on emotional intelligence (EQ). The first step to doing so is to grow the awareness of your own emotional landscape.  Today’s episode provides you with the knowledge and tools to get started. Mentioned in this episode: The Art of Coaching Teams(book by Elena) Core emotions (free tool) Opportunities for continued learning: The Art of Coaching Emotions workshopThe Art of Coaching Teams workshopVisit https://brightmorningteam.com/podcasts/ for links to everything we mention on the show. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, InstagramReceive weekly wisdom and tools from Elena delivered to your inbox! Sign up at https://brightmorningteam.com/newsletter/ Support us 

How our conversations end matters. A lot. In this episode, Elena provides 5 tips that will allow you to close your coaching conversations in a way that elicits positive emotions, allows your coachee to tap into their sense of power, and cultivates resilience.  Mentioned in this episode: The Art of Coaching Workshop (retired July 2024 and replaced by The Art of Transformational Coaching workshop)The Art of Coaching Teams WorkshopOpportunities for continued learning: The Art of Coaching Workshop (retired July 2024 and replaced by The Art of Transformational Coaching workshop)Visit https://brightmorningteam.com/podcasts/ for links to everything we mention on the show. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, InstagramReceive weekly wisdom and tools from Elena delivered to your inbox! Sign up at https://brightmorningteam.com/newsletter/ Support us 

What do you do when a coaching client doesn’t know what to focus on during your time together? If you want to feel confident in answering that question, this is an episode you won’t want to miss! Elena shares four tips for guiding the conversation when your client has many priorities, maybe even competing priorities that will not only help them figure out where to start, but will also build their decision-making capacity in the long term. If you’re a coach, leader, parent, or anyone who wants to take a coaching stance, this episode is for you! Mentioned in this episode: Sentence stems The Art of Coaching Workshop (retired July 2024 and replaced by The Art of Transformational Coaching workshop)Opportunities for continued learning: Listening to Your Own Listening The Art of Coaching (retired July 2024 with the release of Arise: The Art of Transformational Coaching) The Art of Coaching Workshop (retired July 2024 and replaced by The Art of Transformational Coaching workshop)Visit https://brightmorningteam.com/podcasts/ for links to everything we mention on the show. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, InstagramReceive weekly wisdom and tools from Elena delivered to your inbox! Sign up at https://brightmorningteam.com/newsletter/ Support us 

Today we’re replaying an essential What to Say When You Hear Something Racist episode in which Elena shares her simple framework for responding to racism and demonstrates how she recently put it into action while antiquing (because unfortunately, racism is everywhere). Mentioned on this episode: The Conscious Competence Ladder: Understanding the Learning Journey (Free tool) The 3 Ps framework:PurposePowerPossibility Listen to the What to Say When You Hear Something Racist podcast series and expand your learning with our free listening guide Visit https://brightmorningteam.com/podcasts/ for links to everything we mention on the show. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, InstagramReceive weekly wisdom and tools from Elena delivered to your inbox! Sign up at https://subscriber.brightmorningteam.com/resources Support us 

Today we’re replaying the first episode of our, “What to Say When You Hear Something Racist” series. In this inaugural episode, Elena shares the first step you must take if you want to skillfully respond to racism: deepening your understanding of your own identity. When you know yourself, you'll be able to better understand when you are inclined to step up and take action, or when you might be tempted to step away from something challenging. If you understand your identity experiences, you'll have heightened awareness of your own privilege and responsibility.The concepts and tools referenced in this episode appear throughout this series, so listen in and then keep going! Mentioned on this episode: How to Understand Race, Racism, and White Supremacy (Chapter 3, Coaching for Equity)Exploring Identity Markers (Page 16-19, Art of Coaching Workbook) Listen to the What to Say When You Hear Something Racist podcast series and expand your learning with our free listening guide Continue your learning: Read Coaching for Equity (book by Elena)Take part in a Coaching for Equity Book ClubAttend Coaching for Equity (virtual workshop)Attend Coaching for Equity Masterclass (retired workshop) Visit https://brightmorningteam.com/podcasts/ for links to everything we mention on the show. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, InstagramReceive weekly wisdom and tools from Elena delivered to your inbox! Sign up at https://subscriber.brightmorningteam.com/resources Support us 

Have you ever faced resistance while facilitating? Us too! In this final episode of our Transformational PD mini-series, Elena is joined by Bright Morning teammate, Maria Dyslin, to discuss and demonstrate how you can navigate resistance as a facilitator before, during, and after your meetings and PD sessions. Mentioned in this episode: The PD Book (Book by Elena)Artful Design and Facilitation (Bright Morning workshop)The Art of Coaching Teams (Bright Morning workshop)Art of Coaching Teams (book by Elena) Mind the Gap (free tool)Resistance mini-series (Bright Morning Podcast)Visit https://brightmorningteam.com/podcasts/ for links to everything we mention on the show. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, InstagramReceive weekly wisdom and tools from Elena delivered to your inbox! Sign up at https://brightmorningteam.com/newsletter/ Support us 

What do I do when an activity I planned just isn’t working? How do I respond to a question that I don’t know how to respond to? My agenda is too full but everything is essential! What do I cut?The answer to these questions and many more are answered in this second episode of our 3-part Transformational PD mini-series. Elena shares 6 Transformational Tips that she’ll pulling on in her practice these days that we bet you haven’t heard before.  Mentioned in this episode: The PD Book (Book by Elena)Artful Design and Facilitation (Bright Morning workshop)Awe: The New Science of Everyday Wonder and How It Can Transform Your Life, Dascher KeltnerReflection questions: Which of the six strategies resonated most with you, and why?Reflect on a specific moment in your facilitation or planning where you could have used that strategy. What might have changed?What comes up for you when you imagine being more vulnerable or less "expert" in a PD space—like sharing a think-aloud or dancing in front of participants?What beliefs or fears might you need to examine or release in order to show up more authentically?How might you intentionally create more space in your PD design—whether that means cutting content, moving your body, or even canceling a sessionWhat would it look like to prioritize depth, presence, and responsiveness over content coverage?Visit https://brightmorningteam.com/podcasts/ for links to everything we mention on the show. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, InstagramReceive weekly wisdom and tools from Elena delivered to your inbox! Sign up at https://brightmorningteam.com/newsletter/ Support us