Coaches Rising

As more and more industries face disruption through technology, how can coaches prepare for the inevitable (and do we really need to worry)? David Peterson, Google’s very own expert on coaching and leadership, sat down with us to explain how this is already happening, why it’s a good thing, and how coaches can stay relevant ahead of the curve. A list of resources mentioned in the podcast can be found here: https://www.coachesrising.com/podcast/the-future-of-coaching/

We hear more and more about transformational coaching but what defines a transformational coach? And how do we become one in nature rather than simply in name? In this conversation, Rand Stagen unpacks the four levels of coaching as defined by an insightful behavioural measure and dives deep into what it means to be a transformational presence and how to navigate the accompanying paradoxes. Rand Stagen is the Managing Director of the Stagen Leadership Academy that specializes in strategy, execution, and leadership development. Previously he was President of Presido Media Group, and served as chairman for Conscious Capitalism. Rand is a sought-after speaker to diverse audiences at universities, conferences, and industry events on the topic of leading conscious businesses. A list of resources mentioned in the podcast can be found here: https://www.coachesrising.com/podcast/becoming-a-transformative-presence/

“You can’t know what you don’t know”. This is one truism we attempt to circumnavigate when we coach in the quest to help our clients open to new possibilities. But how do we facilitate a shift in someone’s lifelong identity? In this truth-talking conversation, ontological coach Julio Olalla outlines the intersection where philosophy, psychology and wisdom create fertile ground for transformation in our clients, and what is required of us as coaches in that process. www.coachesrising.com/podcast Julio Olalla is a motivational speaker addressing audiences worldwide on the topics of leadership, coaching, transformational learning, education, and emotion. As the founder of Newfield Network, a boutique consulting company and coaching school in the United States and Latin America, Julio Olalla is regarded as a pioneer of the executive coaching and transformational learning fields. For over 30 years, Julio has trained thousands of individuals and worked with hundreds of organizations, CEOs, and government figureheads to challenge traditional thinking and create stronger leaders navigating the anxiety and turbulence facing our global community. A list of resources mentioned in the podcast can be found here: https://www.coachesrising.com/podcast/cultivating-awe-and-wonder-in-our-coaching-conversations/

How on earth do we actually change? In many ways we are wired to resist it. And yet the only constant in life is change – so how do we cultivate a healthy aptitude for inner transformation in ourselves and our clients? In this conversation Doug Silsbee explains how to cultivate presence and realisation, how to encourage neuroplastic rewiring, and the most constructive attitude we can hold towards change. www.coachesrising.com/artofdevelopmentalcoaching Doug Silsbee is a an author and a thought leader in the fields of Presence-Based Coaching, leadership development and resilience, and a Master Somatic Coach with the Strozzi Institute. Doug’s ground-breaking work integrates his experience in organizational and leadership development with mindfulness, interpersonal neurobiology, somatics, and developmental psychology. His two books, The Mindful Coach and Presence-Based Coaching are the basis for his leading edge coach certification program. A list of resources mentioned in the podcast can be found here: https://www.coachesrising.com/podcast/transformative-power-of-presence/

Jennifer Garvey Berger, an adult development expert and founder of Growth Edge Coaching, discusses how leaders can cultivate higher consciousness to adapt to rapid change. She explains the critical shift from self-authoring to self-transforming leadership, emphasizing the importance of perspective-taking and co-creation. Jennifer highlights that these leadership capacities are developmental stages rather than mere skills to be taught. She shares insights on how coaches can facilitate this growth through compassionate developmental conversations.

What makes for an effective leader? You might be surprised! In this far-reaching deep dive into the nitty-gritty of what makes a bad leader, a good leader and an outstanding leader, Bob Anderson explores the subtleties of going from good to great, and the fine art of connecting to a purpose larger than oneself. Robert J. Anderson is the Founder and Chairman of The Leadership Circle and the Full Circle Group. He is also the Co-founder and Chairman of Full Circle Group. Over the past 35 years, Bob has dedicated his career to exploring the intersections between leadership and mastery, competence and consciousness, spirituality and business. A list of resources mentioned in the podcast can be found here: https://www.coachesrising.com/podcast/integral-leadership/

Leaders needs guts – right? Added to which a hefty dose of intuition, groundedness and a commitment to the whole would be nice. But these attributes seem to be in short supply nowadays – so how do we foster their development? As it happens, there’s a nifty little shortcut, which zen master and former NASA scientist Ginny Whitelaw is putting into practice. In this conversation, we unpack exactly how and why working with the Hara leads to such swift and profound change, and the impact this can have on us as coaches. Ginny Jiko Whitelaw is the founder and President of the Institute for Zen Leadership and a Zen Master in the Chozen-ji line of Rinzai Zen. A biophysicist by training, she combines a rich scientific background with senior leadership experience at NASA, and nearly 25 years developing Ginny has authored 4 books, including The Zen Leader. She co-developed the FEBI®, which measures 4 patterns of personality that connect body, mind and behaviors, and trains practitioners worldwide in applying FEBI in their work. A list of the resources mentioned in the podcast can be found here: https://www.coachesrising.com/podcast/the-guts-of-leadership-developing-unshakable-fearlessness/

What does the “ground of being” actually mean, what does it have to do with internal polarities, and how exactly do meditation and mindset facilitate powerful coaching? In this lively conversation with Dr Carole Griggs we explore tangible ways in which coaching from the ground of being can help us have radically open hearts, deeply integrated systems and agenda-free mindsets to help our clients create unlimited transformation. Carol Griggs is an executive coach, an author, has a p.h.d. in professional coaching and is the co-creator of the i-conscious model for human development. A list of resources mentioned in the podcast can be found here: https://www.coachesrising.com/podcast/coaching-from-the-ground-of-being/

Toku McCree, a coach for unconventional executives and mindfulness expert, shares invaluable insights on the crucial role of enrollment in coaching success. He emphasizes engaging clients deeply after their initial interest, and addresses the emotional complexities around commitment and money. Toku advocates for a slow, thoughtful dialogue that harmonizes compassion with business savvy. Additionally, he discusses the importance of mastering proposals and practical skills, highlighting the Samurai Coaching Dojo as a key resource for developing effective coaching abilities.

Michael Bungay Stanier is obsessed with one particular distinction: the difference between good work and great work. Why do so many of us spend most of our time doing work that’s just okay when we could be doing work that is profound - work that "makes a dent in the universe"? Using neuroscience, personal stories and his trademark sense of humour, Michael teaches us how to do more great work, so that we can have more impact, express more of our genius and most importantly, have more fun. Michael Bungay Stanier is the founder of Box of Crayons, a company best known for teaching 10-minute coaching so that busy managers can build stronger teams and get better results. He has also written a number of books. His latest, the Wall Street Journal bestseller The Coaching Habit, has sold over a quarter of a million copies and been praised as one of the few business books that actually makes people laugh out loud. A list of resources mentioned in the podcast can be found here: https://www.coachesrising.com/podcast/doing-great-work/