Directionally Correct, A People Analytics Podcast with Cole & Scott

#124 - James Birchler - The Science of Executive Coaching


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In this episode of Directionally Correct, hosted by Cole and Scott, listeners are introduced to James Birchler, an Executive Leadership Coach and Startup Technical Advisor. The conversation is filled with engaging insights as James shares his unique journey from culinary arts to executive coaching.

The episode dives into the nuances of coaching technical teams, the essence of the CAMS coaching framework, and the importance of human connection and intimacy in leadership. James discusses his experiences with innovation, particularly within large and small companies, and how these environments foster creativity and continuous learning.

Listeners are also treated to James’ culinary passion, providing light-hearted moments in the dialogue. Whether you’re interested in enhancing your leadership skills, understanding people analytics, or exploring the synergies between cooking and coaching, this episode offers enlightening and entertaining content.

  • Have humans passed peak brain power

  • Being the recipient of venting at work

  • Workplace coaching: Does it work meta analysis

     

    Stop "Coaching" Your Tech Team (And What to Do Instead): How to level up your engineering leadership with CAMS: Coaching, Advising, Mentoring, and Supporting.
     
    Self-Awareness: The Foundation of Your Leadership OS. The Missing Manual for founders about how self-awareness powers leadership at scale. 
     
    Get Out of the Building: Essential Lessons from IMVU and Amazon on Starting with the Customer. James' guest post on Ethan Evans' Level Up Substack.
     
    JamesBirchler.com - James' website with more information on his coaching and technical advisory practice.
     
    Also, here is a draft summary in case we can include one:
     
    James Birchler, veteran tech leader and executive coach, joins the Directionally Correct podcast to unpack "The Science of Executive Coaching." In this episode, we explore his groundbreaking CAMS framework that revolutionizes how leaders support their teams, dive into why Lean Startup methodologies create more effective products and teams, investigate the fascinating research on cognitive abilities in our digital age, and debate whether AI can truly replicate the magic of human coaching relationships. James shares compelling stories from his extensive career leading technical teams, offers practical wisdom on building self-awareness as your leadership foundation, and reveals counterintuitive insights about workplace communication that foster trust. You'll want to check out this episode of the #1 people analytics podcast for transformative leadership strategies from one of tech's most insightful minds!
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