Coach to Coach

Welcome to Season 3 of Coach to Coach! In this exciting new season, host Brandon Miller is shaking things up. Instead of one-on-one coaching conversations, we're doubling the insight with dual perspectives—featuring two individuals who share the same top strength but bring it to life in completely different ways.

You'll hear from world-class strengths coaches, practitioners, and leaders as they unpack how a single strength—like Maximizer, Relator, or Strategic—can look wildly different depending on the rest of your strengths lineup.

💥 What to Expect: - Deep dives into one CliftonStrengths theme per episode - Real-world scenarios showing how strengths show up at work and in life - Insights into leadership, collaboration, and personal development - Practical takeaways you can implement immediately - New video format with a fresh studio coming soon!

New episodes launch soon. Subscribe now and get ready to see your strengths, and yourself, in a whole new way!

📚 Additional Resources - Connect with Brandon on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/brandon-miller-34strong/ - Learn more about 34 Strong: www.34strong.com - Follow PeopleForward Network on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/peopleforward-network - Learn more about PeopleForward Network: https://peopleforwardnetwork.com/

We made it, friends! The final, final episode of Season 2 is here, and we're closing things out with a theme that ironically almost didn't make the cut—Includer!

Host Brandon Miller sits down with Jonathan Davey of RenewYourWorkplace.com for an insightful and heartfelt conversation about what it truly means to be an Includer. If you've ever felt the need to make space for others at the table (or wished someone had made space for you), this episode is for you.

Jonathan shares his journey from discovering strengths-based development in graduate school to becoming a certified coach and entrepreneur. He and Brandon explore how the Includer strength manifests in leadership, human resources, and change management, plus the challenges of balancing inclusion with decision-making (because let's be real—not everyone can be in every meeting). Expect personal stories, practical insights, and a few laughs along the way!

Additional Resources:

Connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn

Learn more about Renew Your Workplace

Connect with Brandon on LinkedIn

Email [email protected] for a free copy of "How to Be a Good Teammate to Me"

Learn more about 34 Strong

Follow PeopleForward Network on LinkedIn

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Key Takeaways:

• Includers instinctively see who is being left out and work to bring them into conversations, decisions, and spaces.
• Inclusion doesn't always mean adding more people—it means intentionally creating the right environment for everyone.
• Leadership with Includer requires balance. Not every decision-making space can (or should) include everyone.
• Includers thrive on collaboration, but they must recognize when broadening the circle might dilute focus or effectiveness.

💭What if your team's best talent is hiding in plain sight?

In this episode of The Strengths Whisperer, Season 2: Coach to Coach, Brandon is joined by Adriane Massey, Certified Strengths Coach, as they dive into the power of Intellection—the deep-thinking strength that fuels strategic leadership and coaching. From spotting untapped potential to asking the right questions, Adriane shares how strengths-based coaching can transform teams and unlock hidden brilliance.

Get ready for insights, stories, and a fresh perspective on what it really means to think like a leader. 🚀

Additional Resources:

Connect with Adriane on LinkedIn

Learn more about Strengths Zone

Connect with Brandon on LinkedIn

Email [email protected] for a free copy of "How to Be a Good Teammate to Me"

Learn more about 34 Strong

Follow PeopleForward Network on LinkedIn

Learn more about PeopleForward Network

Key Takeaways:

• Intellection = Deep Thinking. It's about reflection, strategy, and wisdom.
• Hidden Talent is Everywhere. Leaders often overlook potential right in front of them.
• Great Coaches Prepare. Intellection thrives on research, planning, and asking the right questions.
• Strong Teams are Built, Not Born. Assembling the right strengths accelerates success.
• Introversion vs. Intellection. Deep thinkers recharge alone but bring big insights when engaged.

Get ready for a deep dive into Consistency—not just as a habit, but as a superpower for fairness and equity! 🎯

In this episode, Brandon is joined by Dan Schaal — Strengths Coach & Teacher — as he shares how his top strength helps him lead in the classroom, on the field, and in relationships. From setting clear expectations to ensuring every voice is heard, Dan shows why Consistency isn't rigid—it's the key to trust, fairness, and long-term success.

🔥 Tune in for insights, real stories, and a fresh perspective on a strength that's often misunderstood.

Additional Resources:

Connect with Dan on LinkedIn

Learn more about Dan's work!

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• Consistency is about fairness, not just routine. It ensures equity and equal opportunities for all.
• Clear expectations create trust. In coaching, leadership, and relationships, people thrive when they know what to expect.
• Balance structure with flexibility. While consistency provides stability, adaptability is necessary when working with people.
• Consistency supports long-term success. It helps create systems that sustain fairness and effective leadership over time.

🎙️We're revisiting a favorite!

Get ready to revisit a dynamic convo with Dr. Shauna T. Sobers! From leading student-athletes at UT to blending leadership and dance, Dr. Sobers breaks down the "Achiever" talent like a pro. Hear how she tackles the infamous "whisper of discontent," redefines rest, and keeps productivity purposeful. Whether you're an achiever or just curious about strengths, this episode is packed with energy, insights, and a dash of rhythm! 🎉

Additional Resources:

Connect with Shauna on LinkedIn

Learn more about Shauna

Connect with Brandon on LinkedIn How to Be a Good Teammate to me: [email protected] Learn more about 34 Strong Follow PeopleForward Network on LinkedIn

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• Achiever in Action: Learn how the Achiever strength drives productivity and passion.
• The Whisper: Understand the restlessness that achievers often feel after reaching goals.
• Redefining Rest: Discover how rest can mean redirecting energy, not stopping entirely.
• Strengths Balance: Explore how leveraging other strengths can bring harmony to high achievers.
• Purposeful Productivity: Align actions with impact for fulfillment over burnout.

Re-release Alert! 🌟

In this throwback episode of Coach to Coach, Brandon chats with Richard Sterry, owner of Releasing Strengths and master of the Harmony strength. From avoiding conflict to navigating it like a pro, Richard shares how Harmony helps teams find common ground and tackle tension with grace. Packed with insights, practical tips, and even a pizza dilemma, this episode will help you see Harmony in a whole new light. 🍕✨

Additional Resources:

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• Harmony Guides, Not Avoids: Use Harmony to navigate conflict, not avoid it. Let other strengths set the goal, Harmony finds the best path.
• Practicality First: Harmony thrives on actionable steps—just start and adjust.
• Friction Finder: High Harmony senses tension and works to smooth it out.
• Common Ground Pro: Builds unity by connecting shared values or goals.
• Calm in Chaos: Brings clarity by focusing on steady, predictable elements.

🔄 Back by Popular Demand!

In this episode, Brandon teams up with Lisa Cummings, founder of Lead Through Strengths, for a fun, deep dive into the CliftonStrengths theme of Individualization.

Lisa shares her passion for celebrating uniqueness and how this strength can supercharge personal connections and tailor interactions. Whether you're a strengths coach, a team leader, or just someone who loves unlocking potential, this one's for you!

Tune in for fresh insights, and let's celebrate the power of individuality. 🌀

Additional Resources:

Connect with Lisa Cummings on LinkedIn

Listen to the original episode!

Connect with Brandon on LinkedIn How to Be a Good Teammate to me: [email protected] Learn more about 34 Strong Follow PeopleForward Network on LinkedIn

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• The intricacies and characteristics of the strength of individualization
• Real-world applications and customization in leveraging individualization for team cohesion
• Understanding the 'chameleon' aspect of individualization and its impact on connection building
• Techniques and strategies for enhancing individualization and its application in leadership and management

🎉 We're re-releasing a gem!

Join Charlotte Blair, a powerhouse strengths coach and author from Victoria, Australia, as she dives into the maximizer strength—how to play to your strengths and find freedom in your work.

Charlotte and Brandon explore redefining success, striving for excellence, and the art of giving constructive feedback (without the perfectionist panic). Plus, hear why complementary strengths are the secret sauce for leadership and team success.

This fun and inspiring convo is packed with insights for anyone looking to level up personally and professionally.

Don't miss it! 🌟

Additional Resources:

Connect with Charlotte Blair on LinkedIn

Career Unstuck: How to Play to Your Strengths to Find Freedom and Purpose in Your Work Again by Charlotte Blair

Listen to the original episode!

Connect with Brandon on LinkedIn

How to Be a Good Teammate to me: [email protected]

Learn more about 34 Strong

Follow PeopleForward Network on LinkedIn

Learn more about PeopleForward Network

• Redefining success as a maximizer
• Challenging perfectionism in the pursuit of excellence
• The importance of partnering with complementary strengths
• Balancing constructive feedback with impactful results
• Career development through playing to individual strengths

🌟 Re-release alert!

Sarah Collins, founder of Collins Career Coaching, is the ultimate example of playing to your strengths—especially Winning Others Over (WOO).

In this episode, Sarah and Brandon unpack how WOO shines in networking, relationship-building, and influencing, while tackling the challenges and misconceptions that come with it.

Get inspired by Sarah's stories and strategies for bringing out the best in teams. Perfect for anyone ready to level up their people skills! 👏

Additional Resources:

Collins Career Coaching

Listen to the original episode!

Connect with Brandon on LinkedIn How to Be a Good Teammate to me: [email protected] Learn more about 34 Strong Follow PeopleForward Network on LinkedIn

Learn more about PeopleForward Network

• Understanding the essence of Woo and its impact on relationships and leadership
• Strategies for leveraging Woo in a professional setting
• The personal challenges and growth associated with having Woo
• Techniques for feeding and sustaining the Woo strength
• Effective ways for leaders to support and maximize Woo within their teams

🎙️ We're bringing back a fan favorite!

Dawn Petchell Luepke, a Nashville-based strengths coach, unpacks the misunderstood Command strength and how it brings clarity and confidence to teams.

Dawn shares her journey from being called "intimidating" to fully owning her Command strength—turning it into a powerful tool for leadership and communication.

If you're ready to rethink leadership, master constructive feedback, and embrace bold clarity, this episode is for you. Don't miss it! 🚀

Additional Resources:

Connect with Dawn Petchell Luepke on LinkedIn

Listen to the original episode!

Connect with Brandon on LinkedIn How to Be a Good Teammate to me: [email protected] Learn more about 34 Strong Follow PeopleForward Network on LinkedIn

Learn more about PeopleForward Network

• Understanding the unique qualities and impact of the command strength in leadership
• Intentionally leveraging the presence and influence of command in team dynamics
• The importance of clarity and decisiveness for those with command
• Techniques for developing and nurturing command within oneself and others
• Embracing critical feedback to enhance the effectiveness of command