Coaches on Zoom Drinking Coffee

In this episode of Coaches on Zoom Drinking Coffee, Alex Pascal, CEO of Coaching.com, interviews Scott Anthony, a Harvard MBA and Clinical Professor of Strategy at Tuck School of Business. Scott, an expert in navigating disruptive change, shares insights on innovation, emphasizing the concept of “liberating constraints”—how setting boundaries can unleash creativity.

The conversation touches on Scott’s journey into the field of innovation, inspired by his mentor Clayton Christensen, and his extensive experience at the consulting firm Innosight. Scott and Alex discuss the importance of creating value through innovation, the role of big corporations in fostering innovative cultures, and the challenge of staying relevant in rapidly changing markets.

They explore how organizations can balance the pursuit of innovation with maintaining core business clarity, and the importance of preparing for unexpected events in today’s dynamic environment. The episode provides valuable insights for coaches and organizations aiming to integrate strategic innovation into their cultures

In the 100th episode of "Coaches on Zoom Drinking Coffee," host Alex Pascal speaks with Lisa Orbé-Austin, a psychologist and executive coach specializing in impostor syndrome, career advancement, and leadership development. Lisa, the author of "Own Your Greatness" and "Your Unstoppable Greatness," shares her personal struggle with impostor syndrome, which began in her childhood and persisted through her academic career at Columbia University. A turning point came when she left a toxic job, redirecting her path toward helping others through psychology and coaching.

Lisa explains that impostor syndrome goes beyond mere self-doubt, encompassing perfectionism, difficulty internalizing success, and a persistent fear of being exposed as a fraud. This syndrome is widespread, affecting individuals at all levels of achievement and often leading to burnout and career stagnation. She argues against the idea that impostor syndrome can be a positive motivator, instead advocating for overcoming it to achieve true success and fulfillment.

To combat impostor syndrome, Lisa suggests acknowledging and accepting the learning process, embracing imperfections, and internalizing successes. She also highlights the importance of seeking supportive mentors and fostering self-awareness through continuous conversation and reflection. The episode concludes with a focus on the necessity of humanizing the experience of impostor syndrome and maintaining open discussions to support personal and professional growth.

In this episode of "Coaches on Zoom Drinking Coffee," Damian Goldvarg shares his journey from a psychologist in Buenos Aires, Argentina, to a globally recognized leader in coaching and supervision. With a PhD in Organizational Psychology from Alliant International University, Damian's career began with Personnel Decisions International (PDI), where he gained global experience training leaders in coaching skills and conducting executive assessments. His extensive background positioned him as a prominent figure in the coaching community, leading to his current roles, including being a leader for the Americas Coaching Supervision Network and the Asian Supervisors Network.
 
Damian is a strong advocate for the integration of supervision in coaching, emphasizing its importance for maintaining high professional standards. He explains that supervision provides a reflective space for coaches to evaluate their work, which differs from mentoring that focuses more on providing feedback. Despite initial resistance and misconceptions about supervision, Damian underscores its value for professional growth and the enhancement of coaching practices. He has also authored nine books, with his latest focusing on leadership in contemporary times and addressing the importance of foresight, technology, and resilience.
 
Looking ahead, Damian is excited about the integration of technology and artificial intelligence into coaching. He sees these advancements as opportunities to enhance coaching accessibility and effectiveness, providing tools that can offer immediate feedback and support. Damian envisions a future where technology and human insight coexist, allowing for a more comprehensive approach to coaching. He encourages coaches to embrace new tools and methodologies to stay relevant and effective, blending traditional practices with innovative solutions to meet the evolving needs of the profession.

Neha Sangwan - Bridging Head, Heart, and Body

Neha Sangwan, physician, engineer, author and CEO of Intuitive Intelligence, shares her fascinating journey and unique approach to wellness that bridges the mind-body connection. She discusses growing up as the daughter of Indian immigrants, studying engineering and medicine to fulfill her parents' dreams, and reaching a crisis point of burnout as a young doctor. 

This led Neha to realize that the medical system lacked tools to address root causes of illness beyond just physical symptoms. She began exploring integrative approaches like coaching to help people connect their mental, emotional and physical health. 

Neha explains that as a society, we over-value the brain and external accomplishments while ignoring the body's critical feedback. By learning to listen to our bodies, we can tap into incredible wisdom rather than numbing symptoms. Her work focuses on building the "invisible bridges" between our head, heart and body to achieve true wellness and transformation.

Shirzad Chamine, author of the NYT bestselling book Positive Intelligence, shares his incredible journey from a childhood of poverty and oppression to becoming a successful entrepreneur and thought leader. A devastating professional setback led Shirzad on a path of self-discovery and healing that became the foundation for his groundbreaking work on Positive Intelligence.

Shirzad explains how we all have an inner judge, the universal voice that shames and guilts us. He identified 10 saboteurs that hold us back, and the 5 sage powers that help us thrive - Empathize, Explore, Innovate, Navigate and Activate. While writing a bestselling book changed many lives, Shirzad realized that true lasting transformation comes from turning insight into sustained daily practice. This led him to create the hugely impactful Positive Intelligence app.

Shirzad movingly describes life as a hero's journey, where every chapter, even the painful ones, serve a purpose. He encourages us to embrace our story and manifest what wants to emerge next. Reflecting on his time as CEO of the renowned Coach Training Institute, Shirzad shares how building a business with love and genuine care for transformation at its core leads to incredible impact. An inspiring conversation on navigating adversity and creating positive change at scale.

Join Alex for a fascinating conversation with one of the OG executive coaches, Scott Eblin. Scott shares how he transitioned from the corporate world to starting his own coaching business 23 years ago, at a time when the profession was still in its early stages. He discusses the importance of running his practice like a business from day one to support his family.

Scott dives into how he found his coaching niche working with overwhelmed executives transitioning to new levels of leadership. This specialty arose from his own experiences as a young executive frequently finding himself in over his head.

The turning point in Scott's career came when he networked his way into the world of publishing, thanks to advice from coaching legend Marshall Goldsmith. His first book "The Next Level" opened up a world of new opportunities. 

Scott reflects on the evolution of the coaching landscape over the past two decades. While easier to establish yourself back then, the keys to success today involve building a loyal community and mastering multichannel marketing - not just relying on having published a book.

Don't miss this wisdom-packed episode with a coaching pioneer who continues to thrive by helping mindful executives navigate the challenging journey to the next level.

In this episode, Alex Pascal engages in a captivating discussion with Rita McGrath, a renowned author and long-time professor at Columbia Business School. McGrath shares insights from her bestselling book, "The End of Competitive Advantage," challenging traditional notions of sustainable competitive advantage in today's rapidly evolving business landscape.

The conversation delves into the concept of transient advantage, which McGrath proposes as a more relevant framework for modern strategy. She emphasizes the importance of continually creating waves of new advantages to replace fading ones, drawing parallels to the successful strategic shifts at Microsoft under Satya Nadella's leadership.

McGrath also reflects on her early experiences working in government, highlighting the power of shared mission and passion in driving motivation beyond mere financial incentives. The discussion touches on the reception of her groundbreaking work and its implications for various domains, from individual organizations to entire economies.

Throughout the episode, McGrath offers valuable perspectives on innovation, the evolution of strategy, and the importance of understanding the boundary conditions of management theories. This thought-provoking conversation is a must-listen for anyone seeking to navigate the complexities of the modern business world and develop strategies for enduring success.

A conversation with Jonathan Passmore discusses the importance of coaching in the workplace. He emphasizes the role of coaches in helping individuals reach their full potential and improve their performance. 

Passmore also highlights the benefits of coaching, such as increased self-awareness, enhanced leadership skills, and improved decision-making. He shares practical tips for leaders to incorporate coaching into their management style and encourages organizations to invest in coaching programs to foster a culture of growth and development.

A conversation with Veronica Olalla Love, the CEO of Newfield Network who shares her deep insights into the field of ontological coaching, a practice focused on understanding and improving how individuals show up in life. 

This approach emphasizes the importance of observing how one sees the world, which can unlock a host of possibilities and lead to profound self-exploration and transformation.

Veronica discusses the holistic integration of somatics in coaching, which considers the body not just as a physical entity but as a repository of experiences, impacting how we engage with the world and ourselves. 

Olalla highlights the origins of Newfield Network, rooted in her family's experiences of political turmoil and displacement, which profoundly shapes their commitment to addressing human suffering and promoting wellness through coaching. 

This background informs Newfield’s ethos of deep transformational learning and developing new ways of being that contribute to a fulfilling life. The episode is rich with discussions about the power of linguistic and emotional reorientation in coaching, advocating for a shift from action-oriented to being-oriented practices.

In this episode, host Alex Pascal discusses with Steven MacGregor, a renowned international speaker and leadership development expert his journey from academia to a prominent figure in the field of workplace wellbeing. 

The conversation highlights his innovative approach to enhancing organizational performance through wellness initiatives.

MacGregor discusses the importance of distinguishing between wellness and wellbeing, suggesting that while wellness often focuses on recovery from daily strains, wellbeing integrates healthful practices into the fabric of everyday life. 

He emphasizes sustainable performance, advocating for balanced work routines that include necessary breaks and recovery periods to prevent burnout and enhance long-term productivity.

Throughout the conversation, MacGregor shares his insights on design thinking and its application in leadership, underlining the role of thoughtful design in creating effective and fulfilling work environments. 

His approach to wellness incorporates a holistic view, considering physical, mental, and emotional health as integral to fostering a productive organizational culture.

The podcast provides a comprehensive look at how personal and organizational wellbeing can be cultivated to improve overall performance and job satisfaction. 

MacGregor's perspective is particularly valuable for leaders and coaches aiming to implement more thoughtful and sustainable practices in their workplaces or with their clients.