The Bright Morning Podcast with Elena Aguilar

In this fourth episode of our special Transformational Coaching mini-series, Elena begins to move her client into Phase 4 of the Transformational Coaching Model: Build New Practices. This episode is for you if to hear: How you can push a client a little harder once a trusting relationship is established How to support a client in making the connections between the shifts in their beliefs and resulting behaviors How using the same question each coaching session might be the best choice for a client Transformational coaching in action Mentioned in this episode: The Phases of Transformational Coaching: Excerpt from Coaching for Equity and 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 101 (retired 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 

Sometimes coaching conversations don’t fall neatly into a framework. Sometimes making progress simply requires making space to process. In this third episode of our special Transformational Coaching mini-series, we’re bringing you a slightly different type of conversation. One that demonstrates what happens when you trust the process and follow the conversation where the client needs it to go. In Elena’s reflections before and after the conversation, you’ll gain insight into her planning process, as well as the decisions she makes while coaching.  This episode is for you if you want: To hear Transformational Coaching in action An example of when it’s necessary to depart from the Phases of Transformational CoachingTo appreciate the value of having reflective spaceMentioned in this episode: Three Good Things (exercise inThe Onward Workbook)Mind the Gap (tool fromThe Art of Coaching andThe Art of Coaching Workbook both retired July 2024 with the release of Arise: The Art of Transformational Coaching) Blog post on Mind the Gap written by Elena Opportunities for continued learning: The Art of Coaching (retired July 2024 and replaced by The Art of Transformational Coaching workshop) Art of Coaching Emotions (workshop) Visit https://brightmorningteam.com/podcasts/ for links to everything we mention on the show.  Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram Receive weekly wisdom and tools from Elena delivered to your inbox! Sign up at https://brightmorningteam.com/newsletter/ Support us 

In this second episode of our special Transformational Coaching mini-series, we continue exploring Phase 1 of the Transformational Coaching model: Surface Current Reality and Phase 2: Recognize Impact. Elena coaches the same educator from episode 136 and reveals her thoughts about the process. You’ll hear guidance on how to develop strong relationships with new clients and how to explore behaviors, beliefs and ways of being.  This episode is for you if you want: To hear Transformational Coaching in action Direction on how to go deeper into getting to know a new clientStrategies for unpacking beliefs and the stories we hold about ourselvesTo hear what it sounds like to take an informative and cathartic stanceTo hear about how Elena prepared for this conversation Mentioned in this episode: The Phases of Transformational Coaching: Excerpt from Coaching for Equity and The Art of Coaching Workbook (retired July 2024 with the release of Arise: The Art of Transformational Coaching)Episode 134: Considerations for a Thriving Coaching ProgramEpisode 83: How Do I Set Our Coaching Program Up for Success?Opportunities for continued learning: The Art of Coaching 101 (retired and replaced by The Art of Transformational Coaching workshop)Art of Coaching Emotions (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 

In this first episode of our special Transformational Coaching mini-series, we’re diving into Phase 1 of the Transformational Coaching model: Surface Current Reality. A mix of a real-life coaching conversation and Elena pulling back the curtain to share her thought process and what you need to know to put Phase 1 into action in all of your back-to-school coaching conversations. This episode is for you if you want: To see Transformational Coaching in action Guidance for how to kick-off your coaching relationships To hear how Elena thinks about "coaching cycles"Help creating your own inquiry question or goal for coaching this yearMentioned in this episode: The Phases of Transformational Coaching: Excerpt from Coaching for Equity and The Art of Coaching Workbook Episode 135: Preparing Myself to Coach: Podcast episode mentioned by Jessica that informed her focus on incorporating a 15 minutes planning block for each coaching conversation Opportunities for continued learning: The Art of Coaching 101 (retired and replaced by The Art of Transformational Coaching workshop)Episode 84: Kicking Off Coaching Relationships in 2021-2022Episode 85: You Want to Coach for Equity? Start HereVisit https://brightmorningteam.com/podcasts/ for links to everything we mention on the show.  Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram Receive weekly wisdom and tools from Elena delivered to your inbox! Sign up at https://brightmorningteam.com/newsletter/  Support us 

In the fourth and final episode of our four part mini-series, Starting the School Year Strong, Elena shares her favorite tips and tricks relating to the logistical and technical elements of coaching. From how to set-up your coaching notebook, to the 15-minutes a day that can transform your coaching conversations, to how often to meet with your clients. We’ve got you covered!  Listen in, and then hop over to our Instagram this week to engage with supplemental materials to guide you through this critical step in preparing for your best school year yet. Mentioned in this episode: Fabriano notebooks Paper Mate Ink Joy gel pensThe Art of Coaching (retired July 2024 with the release of Arise: The Art of Transformational Coaching)The Art of Coaching Workbook (retired July 2024 with the release of Arise: The Art of Transformational Coaching)Coaching Lenses Sentence StemsFour Phases of Transformational Coaching [found in Coaching for Equity and The Art of Coaching Workbook (retired July 2024 with the release of Arise: The Art of Transformational Coaching)] Mind the GapToolPodcast episode explaining the tool Core valuesToolPodcast episode explaining the toolMyers-Briggs [more information on how this relates to coaching in The Art of Coaching Workbook]Opportunities for continued learning: The Art of Coaching 101 (retired workshop)Episode 29: Coaching Tools for TransformationEpisode 37: How to ACE Your Coaching Conversations Episode 43: Spheres of Influence Visit https://brightmorningteam.com/podcasts/ for links to everything we mention on the show. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter,

In the third of our four episode mini-series, Starting the School Year Strong, Elena shares what needs to be crystal clear if you want a thriving coaching program.  Listen in, and then hop over to our Instagram this week to engage with supplemental materials to guide you through this critical step in preparing for your best school year yet. Mentioned in this episode: The Art of Coaching (retired July 2024 with the release of Arise: The Art of Transformational Coaching)The Art of Coaching Workbook (retired July 2024 with the release of Arise: The Art of Transformational Coaching)Opportunities for continued learning: Episode 83: How Do I Set Our Coaching Program Up for Success? Visit https://brightmorningteam.com/podcasts/ for links to everything we mention on the show. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram Receive weekly wisdom and tools from Elena delivered to your inbox! Sign up at https://brightmorningteam.com/newsletter/ Support us 

In the second of our four episode mini-series, Starting the School Year Strong, Elena shares the considerations you need to take into account to ensure you have the professional development structures to support your learning, and living into the vision you have created for yourself this year. Listen in, and then hop over to our Instagram this week to engage with supplemental materials to guide you through this critical step in preparing for your best school year yet. Mentioned in this episode: Coaching For Equity Transformational Coaching Rubric Strengths Based Coaching Mind the Gap Transformational Conversations Accelerator Membership (monthly practice sessions + new tools) Onward Workbook: Three Good Things activity The Art of Coaching Workbook (retired July 2024 with the release of Arise: The Art of Transformational Coaching)Episode 105: Morning Rituals to Meet Your NeedsEpisode 108: The End-of-Month Routine You NeedOpportunities for continued learning: Episode 90: Is Your Tank Full? Episode 104: It’s Time to Get Your Needs Met Transformational Conversations Accelerator Membership (monthly practice sessions + new tools)  Visit https://brightmorningteam.com/podcasts/ for links to everything we mention on the show. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram Receive weekly wisdom and tools from Elena delivered to your inbox! Sign up at https://brightmorningteam.com/newsletter/  Support us 

It’s the final week of our podcast summer break and we’re bringing you a replay episode that will help you incorporate an energizing practice that will support you in connecting in meaningful ways with people, places and yourself. This episode was originally aired in the frenzy of the back-to-school season to help you step away from the checklists and make space for the pursuits that fill you up. We hope revisiting this idea in summer time will provide a little more time to wander and explore.  Mentioned on this episode: Brainpickings.org 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 

It’s the final week of our podcast summer break and we’re bringing you a replay episode that will help you incorporate an energizing practice that will support you in connecting in meaningful ways with people, places and yourself. This episode was originally aired in the frenzy of the back-to-school season to help you step away from the checklists and make space for the pursuits that fill you up. We hope revisiting this idea in summer time will provide a little more time to wander and explore.  Mentioned on this episode: Brainpickings.org  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 

Are you starting the day in a way that serves you and sets you up to have your needs met? How you spend the first part of your day sets the tone for the day. And how you spend your day is how you spend your life. If you want to take a more intentional approach to the coming school year, start with your morning routine. Today’s episode is a fan favorite from January 2022 in which Elena pulls back the curtain on why routines matter, considerations for creating a routine that will best meet your needs, and shares about how she starts her own days. If you’re ready to turn off auto-pilot or say goodbye to frantic and frazzled, start here. Mentioned on this episode: Elena’s personal Instagram account Nonviolent communication list of needs 10% Happier AppInsight TimerThe Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron This is Your Mind on Plants by Michael Pollan  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