The AC Podcast

In this episode, Georgina Woudstra and Allard de Jong begin their conversation identifying what a team is as opposed to a group, what competencies are, and how they create a framework for good practice. Using a Team Coaching Wheel created by Georgina, they look more closely at specific team coaching competencies, such as a ‘focus on relationships in the system’ and ‘working with power and authority.’   Using real-life examples, tools and powerful coaching questions, Georgina and Allard provide honest, reflective, and practical information to support your team coaching practice, or help you explore team coaching as something you would like to try. They highlight issues that can arise and suggest solutions in this informative, passionate conversation.   “Focusing on relationships in the system is about serving the team collectively, focusing on the ‘we’ whilst valuing the I.”     For the episode resources and guest bio, please visit: https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/team-coaching-podcast-series-team-coaching-competencies

In episode two of our Team Coaching series, Georgina Woudstra and Allard de Jong take a deeper dive into what they understand real team coaching to be. They re-examine what the core of coaching is about,  and look at what can happen when a coach shifts from one-to-one coaching to working with teams.   Join us as they discuss the different phases that occur in team coaching and explain the Team Coaching Competencies Wheel, as well as share invaluable insights about the centre of that wheel: the philosophy and stance of the coach. You will learn more about the use of mantras that can help you stay present as a coach, the power of presence, and the use of self and active experiments.   “Change happens when we help the team become more than what they are.”   For the episode resources and guest bio, please visit: https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/team-coaching-podcast-series-real-team-coaching

Welcome to the first episode in our new podcast series on team coaching. Our two hosts, Georgina Woudstra and Allard de Jong of the Team Coaching Studio, will be holding informative conversations to share their expertise and passion for this topic. In this first episode, they explain why team coaching is becoming a necessity in creating real change in how teams and leaders work, and why they believe it is a key part of the future of coaching. They discuss the difference between team coaching and other modalities, such as facilitation and learning and development, evidencing how team coaching is more sustainable and impactful, as well as the role of team leaders and the support team coaching offers. This a helpful podcast for team coaches, those considering team coaching, and organizations and businesses wanting to understand what team coaching can offer. “The team is not just the sum of the parts, it is more than the sum of the parts, it is the alchemy of the sum of the parts.” For the episode resources and guest bio, please visit:  www.associationforcoaching.com/page/team-coaching-podcast-series-team-coaching-approach

Join us for this heart-warming and inspiring conversation with our four podcast hosts of 2022: Claudia Day, Rob Lawrence, Maxine Bell and George Warren. Listen as they reflect on their experiences as hosts – what drove them to become hosts, what the experience was like and the incredible ripple effects from it. The conversation broadens out into developments in coaching that are reflected in the podcast topics as well as why podcasts are relevant, powerful (and free) learning and development tools. Will you be brave enough to accept the invite and the challenge we offer?  Listen in and find out. “As a host, a podcast is a tremendously powerful self-growth tool.” For the episode resources and guest bio, please visit:  https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/AC_at_20-Reflections_on_our_2022_podcast_series_hosts  To listen to the Technology and Innovation series with Claudia: https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/technology_and_innovation_podcast_series To listen to the Let's Make Coaching Creative serieswith Maxine: https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/Lets_Make_Coaching_Creative_Series_Page To listen to the Make Time for Marketing series with Rob: https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/Make_Time_For_Marketing_Series_Page To listen to the Conscience of Coaching series with George:  https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/The_Conscience_of_Coaching_Series_Page Rob also hosted the AC at 20 podcast series here: https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/AC-at-20_podcast_series  

In our final episode, celebrating 20 years of the Association for Coaching, our host Rob Lawrence is joined by the CEO and Co-founder of the AC, Katherine Tulpa and Gina Lodge, the AC Area Chair of the UK, Africa and India as they look forward to the future and the focus of the AC. They acknowledge that the world we live in is changing more rapidly than ever and the place coaching has in creating a better future. As Gina states, “Coaching is a chance for change…it changes people.”  Learn about the core skills that make coaching powerful, the role and development of leader coaches, and the importance of coaching youth. They discuss the optimism in coaching in being able to support Corporations, Business and Coaching Schools, and individuals. Be inspired by their passion to make coaching truly global as it becomes the new style of leadership. “To stay relevant and have future focus is good but also create that future too.” For the episode resources and guest bio, please visit:  https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/AC20series_Future_Vision

In this penultimate episode of our AC at 20 series, our host Rob Lawrence is joined by Geoffrey Abbot, AC Global Advisory Panel member; Ian Mitchell, Chair of the AC Northwest Europe area and part of the Supervision SIG; and Victoria Leath, AC's Head of Corporate Membership & Accreditation and Head of International Growth. Drawing on their own experiences as well as literature and theory, these three powerhouses of coaching come together in a thought-provoking conversation to discuss current practice, future directions and explore developments in coaching through an international and intercultural lens. Discover how different forms of coaching have emerged that challenge some of the traditional foundations in 'western' practices and thinking. Hear how alternative cultural frames are being applied - including indigenous perspectives challenging colonial perspectives of leadership and coaching. Learn about the increasing diversity and flexibility in the way coaching is emerging globally – culturally, systemically, and individually. “The value of meeting people from different cultures is it challenges perspectives around the idea of coaching.” For the episode resources and guest bio, please visit:  https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/AC_at_20_series_International_Trends_in_Coaching  

This week our host, Rob Lawrence, is joined by two regional chairs from opposite sides of the world: Eva Chan is the regional chair for Greater China and Jacqueline Scannell the regional chair for Ireland. Despite coming from two very different cultures they share a common passion for coaching and connection, both locally and globally. Learn about the fascinating differences, opportunities, and challenges they both face in their individual areas. Eva and her committed team are creating an impact in Greater China, with four distinct regions and three languages. Jacqueline harnesses passion and humility to improve the quality and type of support the AC can give in Ireland. Hear about the pros of accreditation for executive coaches, the value of supervision, co-coaching and virtual coaching cafes. A wonderful conversation celebrating coaching as an international profession. “Local members in China are seeing the AC as an international organization.”  For the episode resources and guest bio, please visit:  https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/AC_at_20_series_Connecting_Across_the_World_Ireland_China  https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/AC_at_20_series_GlobalVoices3_Connecting_Across_the_World_Ireland_China

In this episode, we welcome Anita Sauvage, the AC’s Regional Chair of France, and Dr. Umut Ahmet Tarakci, Founder and Regional Chair of AC Turkey. Anita and Umut join our host, Rob Lawrence to share their personal and cultural experiences of coaching in their countries and how the AC is supporting their efforts. In this warm and fascinating conversation, Umut and Anita take us on the evolutionary journey of coaching in France and Turkey over the last 20 years. Once viewed with doubt and scepticism, coaching is now legally recognised as a profession and a genuine solution to problems in the world. Learn about the personal impact coaching has had on them and how being part of the AC has helped them grow and develop as coaches. Discover the language barriers they have faced; the challenge of raising standards and ethics; the impact of AI technology as well as the importance of coaching future generations. This a valuable conversation to broaden your perspectives on coaching and the impact it is having across the globe. “The AC helps coaches grow and understand with the inclusion of cultural differences.” For the episode resources and guest bio, please visit:  https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/AC_@_20series_Coaching_Evolution_in_France_and_Turkey

In this podcast episode, we hear from three passionate coaches from across the AC’s global community. Our host, Rob Lawrence, is joined by Sarah Tennyson, AC Regional Chair USA, East Coast; Michael Cullen, AC Regional Co-Chair Canada and Oliver Johnston, who was the AC Inaugural Chair of Ireland and is a member of the Global Advisory Board as well an AC Ireland lifelong honorary member. In this enlivening conversation, our guests discuss what makes the AC different from other coaching professional bodies. Learn about their personal journeys with coaching, what they love about both the AC and coaching, and why accreditation is such a deep and valuable learning experience. Building on previous conversations, they examine the importance of coaching supervision, the challenges coaching faces today, and what they see in the future of coaching. “I’d encourage organizations to get accredited coaches. Make sure they can do the job.”  For the episode resources and guest bio, please visit:  https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/AC20series_Coaching_Professionalism_Passion_Purpose

Our 20-year celebration continues as our host, Rob Lawrence is joined by Hetty Einzig, the AC’s Strategy Director of Publications and Executive Editor of Coaching Perspectives magazine; Ian McDermott, AC Ambassador for Innovation and Collaboration; Smaranda Dochia, Director of Digital Learning and Podcasts, and David Rothauser, a contributor to AC Group Supervision Cohort groups. As leaders in their fields, they take a deep dive into the idea that remaining a student, open to learning and personal growth, is in fact the secret of coaching mastery – making it accessible to every committed coach. Learn about how coaching has shifted from a focus on tools to including partnership and collaboration. Discover how the AC is addressing the issues of our age and is creating continuous, varied opportunities for learning and professional development for coaches across the world. A rich and fascinating episode! “True mastery means you are a lifelong learner – a journey of humility.” For the episode resources and guest bio, please visit:  https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/AC20series_LearningCPD_H.Einzig_I.McDremott_S.Dochia_D.Rothauser