The Leader in You

23. Becoming A Better Coach or Mentor by Understanding Attachment & Emotional Connection


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This episode of The Leader in You Podcast discusses the importance of emotional connection in the workplace and coaching. Understanding the concepts of attachment and emotional connection can help you become a better coach or mentor.

Lola and Gary explore these concepts and some specific techniques for repairing a damaged relationship. They also emphasize how focusing on emotional connection can improve teamwork, reduce conflicts, and build a better organizational culture.

By slowing down conversations and exploring each person's emotions, needs, and perspectives, we can nurture our relationships and find new positive ways of engaging with each other.

In this episode:

  • [03:57] Improving team dynamics by looking at attachment
  • [09:29] Two things you can do to break a negative cycle in the workplace
  • [13:57] Separation Anxiety: What happens in our brain when we face disconnection at work
  • [25:15]Bringing emotional connection to your coaching sessions
  • [30:20] The one thing coaches need to pay more attention to 
  • [34:43] Understanding how you might be triggering others (and how you can change that)
  • [38:00] Creating a safe space for people to share their emotions as a coach

The Leader in You is the go-to podcast for anyone who wants to create a workplace culture where you can thrive.

Envision a future where you are more grounded, confident, and in sync with your team.

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