Cal addresses the importance of being aware in cultural and context in the coaching relationship.

00:58-Intro 03:16--Definition of Culture 04:07-Why is this Important? 09:52-SEVEN TIPS TO BE MORE AWARE OF CULTURAL INFLUENCES 10:06-#1-Study the foreign; demonstrate cultural intelligence 11:27-#2 Know thyself: By Culturally Self-aware 13:35-#3 Culture trumps context 14:14-#4- Building trust is an essential early goal 15:15-#5 Invest extra time in explaining youf coaching philosophy and process 16:58-#6-Trust the process 17:33-#7- Be open to your own professional growth and development 18:24-Review and Conclusion

Metge and Kinloch, (1978). Talking Past Each Other- Problems of cross cultural communication, Victoria University Press, Wellington, NZ.

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Today I conclude my interview with Steve Thorson of Invite Change about the competency of Direct Communication. 

00:58 Intro 01:56-Direct Communication and Intuition 03:41 -Listening to Yourself Coach--Building the Self-Reflective Skill 06:02-Direct Communication and the New 2021 Competencies 07:06-Modeling client's language as a part of Direct Communication 10:18-Direct Communication and "Essence" 10:50-Direct Communication and Judgmentalism 12:49-Summary and Conclusion   To contact Steve: [email protected]   To Contact Cal:  [email protected] Facebook-fb.me/TheCoachesMentorPodcast

Cal talks with Steve Thorson of Invite Change about current competency #7-Direct Communication. How can coaches best employ direct communication without hijacking the conversation?

00:58 Intro & Intro to Steve Thorson 8:09-Most common issue seen in mentor coaching 09:30-Definition of Direct Communication 10:26-Varying Direct Communication from Client to Client 12:07-Direct Communication with a Verbose Client 13:22-Conclusion to Part 1

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(Note: I believed that this was posted a few weeks ago, but it appears no audio file went up and so it didn't get posted). 

Cal discusses getting help with clients from other professionals, when needed including making referrals.

00:58-Intro

01:50-Seeking Mentoring and Supervision

02:56-ICF Whitepaper

04:03-Why Make a Referral?

05:40-When to Refer

07:07 Signs for Referral

09:02-How to Refer

10:50-Emergency Situations

13:17-To whom do we refer

1908:-Review & Conclusion

 

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What role (if any) does intuition play in effective coaching?

00:57-Introduction 3:36-What is Intuition as used in Coaching? 6:27 Intuition and the ICF Competencies 9:16-Intuition and the Coaching Relationship 10:29-Dangers of Intuition 11:41 How to Develop Intuition 14:54-Conclusion

Sources Brause, Jan. "Using Intuition." Retrieved from http://www.janbrause.co.uk/user/custom/downloads/UsingIntuition.pdf

Evans, Justina Vail. MCC. When is it Appropriate to Use Intuition in Coaching? https://www.envisioncoachtraining.com/when-is-it-appropriate-to-use-intuition-in-coaching/

McConochie, Jamie. (2012) Research Paper: "The Role of Intuition in Coaching". Summitted to the International Coach Academy. Retrieved from https://www.scribd.com/document/113384032/Research-Paper-The-Role-of-Intuition-in-Coaching

"Intuition" Oxford Engish Dictionary. Retrieved from https://www.lexico.com/definition/intuition

Damon Poole. Using Your Intuition When Coaching (blog posted 2.23.20) http://damonpoole.blogspot.com/2019/02/using-your-intuition-when-coaching.html :

Stewart, Julia "Future of Coaching: Evidence-based or Intuitive?" Retrieved from https://www.schoolofcoachingmastery.com/coaching-blog/bid/113455/Future-of-Coaching-Evidence-based-or-Intuitive

Stoltzfus,Tony. Leadership Coaching: the Disciplines, Skills and Heart of a Christian Coach. (author, 2005.)

Zhang, Sarah. The Atlantic. Trump's Most Trusted Adviser Is His Own Gut. JANUARY 13, 2019 Retrieved from https://www.theatlantic.com/politics/archive/2019/01/trump-follows-his-gut/580084/

 

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(Note: there are several technical problems with the audio, but I wanted to get it out quickly rather then rerecord this important episode). 

00:58-Intro 02:29-Tie in with Core Competencies 03:49-Suggestions: --Raising the Subject with the Client-appropriate or inappropriate? --Listen --Help them Strategize Solutions --Some Good Questions to ask --Make Yourself available --Look for when a referral needs to be made 06:33 Stressors in our clients life related to COVID-19 08:05- Some tools we can offer (from CDC) --Take breaks from the news --Take care of your body --Make time to unwind --Connect with others, as is safe. --Stay in tihe present --Identify healthy thoughts and practice thinking on them 11:19-2-Minute relaxation exercise. From: The Coaching Tools Company https://www.thecoachingtoolscompany.com/de-stress-series-relax-clients-in-under-5-mins-guided-meditation-scripts/ 14:54-Conclusion

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Cal looks at the common temptation to allow the client to shift responsibility for his/her actions onto the coach or others. 

Intro (00:58)

1. Your value as a coach does not come from whether or not your clients reach the success they desire (4:58)
2. Clients WILL try to shift responsibility on to you.  (8:16)
3. Don't let your clients shift responsibility on to others that rightfully belongs to them.  (11:42)

Conclusion (13:40)

Reference: Alsey, Emma Louise (2012) "Stop Blaming: Pick up the Mirror, not the Magnifying Glass!" Retrieved from https://www.thecoachingtoolscompany.com/pick-up-the-mirror-not-the-magnifying-glass/

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In this session Cal continues to look at New Competency #2: Embodies a Coaching Mindset, but looks specifically at descriptor #7: Mentally & Emotionally Prepares for Sessions.

• 00:58-Intro
• 02;27-Physical Preparation
• 5:14-Mental Preparation
• 9:26-Possible Emotional Gremlins
• 10:13-Emotional Preparation
• 14:24-Summary

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In Episode 15 we look at one of the elements of Embodying a Coaching Mindset which is to develop an ongoing reflective practice.  

Intro -00:00 Announcement about this Episode -00:58 Intro -03:14 Introduction to Reflective Practice-05:34 In-session Reflection vs On-Session Reflection 06:14 Benefits of Self-Reflection 08:20 Why Is It Effective 12:27 Action Plans 14:52 Models of Reflective Practice 15;47 Confidentiality 16:50 Conclusion 17:51

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This week we take our first in-depth look at one of the ICF's New Core Competencies that will take effect 1/1/21. We look at the one that is totally new (as a competency although not new as a practice): Embodies a Coaching Mindset

Intro 00:58

1. Acknowledges that clients are responsible for their own choices 04:18

2. Engages in ongoing learning and development as a coach 05:38

3. Develops an ongoing reflective practice to enhance one’s coaching 07:24

4. Remains aware of and open to the influence of context and culture on self and others 10:25

5. Uses awareness of self and one’s intuition to benefit clients 12:47

6. Develops and maintains the ability to regulate one’s emotions 13:46

7. Mentally and emotionally prepares for sessions 14:34

8. Seeks help from outside sources when necessary 15:45

Concl 17:50

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