In this episode,Teresa and Erica delve into the concept of 'coaching presence' – an essential quality for successful coaches. They discuss the importance of being fully grounded, attentive, and attuned to clients, as well as practical tools and habits to enhance presence. Drawing from their personal experiences and insights from the International Coaching Federation, they explore challenges like managing distractions and other practical tips for keeping presence with a client. The episode ends with actionable steps for coaches to review and improve their preparatory and debriefing practices, ultimately aiming to cultivate a more impactful coaching presence.

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00:00 Introduction to Coaching Presence

01:26 Defining Coaching Presence

02:44 The Importance of Being Present

03:50 Practical Tips for Maintaining Presence

08:15 Challenges and Solutions in Coaching Presence

16:10 Spiritual and Emotional Preparation

20:11 Note-Taking and Technology in Coaching

24:21 Action Steps for Coaches

27:06 Upcoming Certification and Community

29:35 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

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Teresa McCloy is the founder and creator of the REALIFE Process®, a framework designed to empower individuals and groups with the tools, training, and community needed for personal and professional growth. Through the REALIFE Process®, Teresa is on a mission to help others grow in self-awareness, establish sustainable rhythms, and enhance their influence and impact by integrating faith and work into their everyday lives. She lives with her husband of 42 years on their 5th generation family farm in central Illinois and enjoys great coffee, growing beautiful flower gardens and traveling as much as possible. 

About Erica Vinson:

Erica Vinson helps clients walk through defining moments with confidence and courage enabling them to move forward in freedom and embrace fearless living. As an ACC Credentialed and Certified Professional Life & Leadership Coach, she uses wisdom from all 3 Centers of Intelligence to help clients gain deeper self-awareness and grow in relationships with others both personally and professionally. Erica is a certified REALIFE Process® Master Coach, an ©iEnneagram Motions of the Soul Practitioner, and has a certificate in Spiritual Transformation through the Transforming Center. She lives in the Metro East St. Louis area and enjoys spending quality time with friends and family, golfing, tennis, boating/water skiing, traveling, is a bit of a technology nerd and loves learning!