The Bright Morning Podcast with Elena Aguilar

By Elena Aguilar

It’s possible for every coaching conversation to build connection and spark change, and Elena Aguilar will show you how. Elena Aguilar is one of education’s leading voices on coaching. Educators ar

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Number 1: What’s My Role Again? How to Introduce Yourself as a Coach: Ep 253
Your introduction as a coach sets the tone for every conversation that follows. But what if you’re not sure what to say—or how to say it in a way that builds trust? In this episode, Elena shares what most coaches get wrong when introducing themselves and how to craft an authentic, values-based message that lays the foundation for transformational relationships. Whether you’re brand new or looking for a fresh start, this is your invitation to lead with clarity and heart. Notable moments: Keep learning: Join the Coach Learning Library and PLC and start your Introducing Yourself to Clients Skill SessionFree community webinars Receive weekly wisdom and tools from Elena delivered to your inboxWatch the Bright Morning Podcast on YouTube and subscribe to our channelBecome a Bright Morning Member Follow Elena on Instagram and LinkedInFollow Bright Morning on LinkedIn and InstagramSupport the show:Rate and review usReflection questions: How do you want your clients to feel after their first interaction with you—and what could you say or do to create that experience?What parts of your story or identity could help humanize you and build connection with those you coach?What assumptions might your clients be holding about what coaching is—and how can your introduction begin to reshape those narratives?Podcast Transcript and Use: Bright Morning Consulting owns the copyright to all content and transcripts of The Bright Morning Podcast, with all rights reserved. You may not distribute or commercially exploit the content without our express written permission. We welcome you to download and share the podcast with others for personal use; please acknowledge The Bright Morning Podcast as the source of the material.Episode Transcript
August 11, 202510min
Number 2: The Unexpected Episode
Surprise! The podcast really is over. But we’re unexpectedly sharing one more episode because I have some unexpected news: I wrote another book. It's called How to Coach Resistance, and I love it so much that I couldn't resist popping back into your podcast feed to tell you about it. In this episode, I'll share why I wrote it, what I've learned from years of trying to understand resistance, and read a short passage from the introduction. Then, if you'd like to keep reading, you can download the introduction for free.Get the (free) introduction of How to Coach ResistancePre-order the bookJoin Elena at the Coaching Resistance workshopSubscribe to Elena’s Weekly Wisdom Newsletter Receive weekly reflections, tools, and inspiration to support your personal and professional growth.Join us on YouTube. Watch short, practical videos with coaching strategies, leadership tools, and stories that support transformational practice. Subscribe to our channelPodcast Transcript and Use: Bright Morning Consulting owns the copyright to all content and transcripts of The Bright Morning Podcast, with all rights reserved. You may not distribute or commercially exploit the content without our express written permission. We welcome you to download and share the podcast with others for personal use; please acknowledge The Bright Morning Podcast as the source of the material.Episode Transcript
July 13, 202615min
Number 3: Strengths-Based Coaching: Episode 291
If you’re ready to move beyond fixing problems and start coaching in a way that builds trust and motivation, this episode is for you. Elena walks you through how to shift into a strengths-based stance, shares how it transformed her coaching conversations, and offers a three-part structure you can try in your very next session. Keep learning: Join the Coach Learning Library and PLC for 24/7 support all year longFree community webinars Watch The Bright Morning Podcast on YouTubeReceive weekly wisdom and tools from Elena delivered to your inboxBecome a Bright Morning Member Follow Elena on Instagram and LinkedInFollow Bright Morning on LinkedIn and InstagramSupport the show:Become a Friend of the Podcast Rate and review usReflection questions: What strengths have you seen in your clients recently—but maybe haven’t named yet?What would shift in your coaching if you started each conversation with strengths?How can you more intentionally connect strengths to your client’s areas for growth?Podcast Transcript and Use: Bright Morning Consulting owns the copyright to all content and transcripts of The Bright Morning Podcast, with all rights reserved. You may not distribute or commercially exploit the content without our express written permission. We welcome you to download and share the podcast with others for personal use; please acknowledge The Bright Morning Podcast as the source of the material.Episode Transcript
May 04, 202610min
Number 4: How to ACE Your Coaching Conversations: Episode 278
If you’ve ever thought, “I don’t know what to say when someone gets emotional,” this episode is for you. Elena introduces the ACE Emotions framework, a three-part process that helps coaches and leaders skillfully navigate emotional intensity—both in themselves and others. Keep learning: Core Emotions toolAttend Coaching BurnoutJoin the Coach Learning Library and PLC for 24/7 supportWatch The Bright Morning Podcast on YouTubeFree community webinars Receive weekly wisdom and tools from Elena delivered to your inboxBecome a Bright Morning Member Follow Elena on Instagram and LinkedInFollow Bright Morning on LinkedIn and InstagramSupport the show: Rate and review usReflection questions: Which step in the ACE framework do you most need to practice right now?When has expanding the story helped you or someone else move through a difficult moment?How could compassion—toward yourself or others—change the way you coach?Podcast Transcript and Use: Bright Morning Consulting owns the copyright to all content and transcripts of The Bright Morning Podcast, with all rights reserved. You may not distribute or commercially exploit the content without our express written permission. We welcome you to download and share the podcast with others for personal use; please acknowledge The Bright Morning Podcast as the source of the material.Episode Transcript
February 02, 20269min
Number 5: Instructional Coaching with Transformational Coaching Strategies: Coaching Demonstration: Episode 232
How do instructional coaching and Transformational Coaching work together? This is a question we hear a lot. In this episode, Elena demonstrates some of the many ways that Transformational Coaching compliments and enhances instructional coaching, resulting in tangible benefits for students and teachers alike. You’ll hear Elena coach a current 6th-grade ELA teacher who has been teaching for 17 years and is looking to push her proficient students to higher levels of knowledge. Notable moments: 00:38 Episode Overview and Role Play Setup 02:35 Meet Kina: The Coaching Conversation Begins 04:32 Exploring Strategies for Proficient Writers 08:06 Deepening the Learning Process 13:40 Reflecting on Coaching and Teaching Practices 17:43 Implementing New Strategies and Building Community 26:38 Final Reflections and Conversation Next Steps 37:24 Conclusion and Resources Keep learning: Join our Coaching Learning Library & PLC and learn everything you need to know about using Student Surveys with your clients. Read Arise: The Art of Transformational Coaching to build your coaching toolkit Attend The Art of Transformational Coaching Workshop to grow your coaching skills Receive weekly wisdom and tools from Elena delivered to your inboxBecome a Bright Morning Member Follow Elena on Instagram and LinkedInFollow Bright Morning on LinkedIn and InstagramSupport the show:Rate and review us
February 17, 202540min