Becky Magnotta is a leadership coach that finds the magic in metaphors – my coaching; think of it like a three-legged stool! – and you’ll never look at another three-legged stool in the same way again; it’s the triad that works!! Becky isn’t afraid to give feedback, even the kind that could get you fired, and recognises there is a gift in everything but sometimes gifts come in ugly packages! As a concert pianist, Becky brings the gift of curiosity, joy and awe in her ability to listen and recognise patterns in people.

Homestead Coaching and Consulting, LLC., builds on a family legacy of great leadership, focused on the notion that everybody deserves a great place to work, building others through accountability and feedback.

What’s going to be your learning takeaway from this ‘Tyrannosaurus-Bex’ episode?

Becky Magnotta, MBA, PCC, CPQC

Leadership Coach and Leadership Development Expert

Becky Magnotta is the founder and Executive Coach & Consultant for Homestead Coaching and Consulting, LLC. https://www.homesteadcoaching.com/

She has over thirty years of corporate experience with Lee Hecht Harrison and BetterUp, and twenty years of Leadership and Talent Development experience.

Becky received her formal coach training from Blue Mesa Group in 2015. She is a Certified Positive Intelligence Coach (CPQC), and achieved her PCC Coaching Community of Practice. She is currently serving her second year as Director of Communications for the ICF-Colorado Chapter.  Becky Magnotta was the Chair for the ATD International Conference (a 13 thousand-person event) and a member of the Planning Advisory Committee in 2020, and 2021.

Becky enjoys public speaking and has presented talent management, leadership, and coaching topics at many conferences and events including; ATD International Conference, ICF’s International Coaching Week, Human Capital Institute Employee Engagement Conference, EX Impact, and South Oil and Gas Leadership Meeting.

Becky has a bachelor’s degree in Piano Performance from the University of Denver, and an M.B.A. with a finance emphasis from Regis University in Denver. Outside of work, she enjoys reading, traveling, and the sights and sounds of Colorado with her husband, Steve.

For more great coaching information and links visit: The Coaching Podcast website https://www.opendoorcoachingusa.com/

No surprises here but Gabe Jaramillo, with his trademark Akubra hat, is going to become a Coaching Podcast favourite! Gabe is in the business of building confidence and believing in the power of the dream - BIG dreams! His compelling coaching moments, of which there are many, recount the struggles and success stories of working with world-renowned tennis players, including Kei Nishikori, Andre Agassi, Jimmy Arias,  Jim Courier, Pete Sampras, Maria Sharapova and Monica Seles. Gabe’s stories are guaranteed game-changers in unlocking our own potential; so stay tuned-in until the very end to discover Emma Doyle's dream! Gabe's knowledge, wisdom, planning, passion and declaration of purpose, have seen him accomplish incredible results and amass a huge ‘Tennis on Demand’ social media following, spreading the word on what it takes to be a coach and/or parent of a talented player. Speaking of innovating, fast-track to;

Let us know, what did you learn? What is your dream?

About Gabe Jaramillo 

Gabe Jaramillo is a Colombian/American renowned Tennis Coach, Entrepreneur, Innovator, Consultant, Influencer, and Motivational Speaker. Jaramillo is Senior Executive Vice President, Director of Tennis Training at Altitude International Holdings Inc. and serves on its Board of Directors, (pun intended!).

Jaramillo worked with and developed many of the greatest players in tennis history, including training 11 of the world's No.1-ranked players and 27 top-10 players, such as Andre Agassi, Jim Courier, Mary Pierce, Maria Sharapova, Monica Seles, and Kei Nishikori. 

Jaramillo is the co-founder of Club Med Academies, now Altitude Academies. His Tennis On Demand YouTube channel has over 10 million viewers, Facebook reaches over 100 thousand, and his Instagram in excess of 65 thousand followers.

 Tennis on Demand YouTube https://youtu.be/fyB0z-xtMMc    

Kellie and Laura, the power-house duo behind Her Brilliance, empower women through their unique group coaching approach. They recognise that a virtual environment meets women where they’re at – in their pjs, kid wrangling, tuning in between appointments or juggling a busy household! They have the courage to ask for what they want and strive to consistently show up as the best versions of themselves! The Coaching Podcast loves the idea of maximising the innate strengths that women have to build their confidence and leadership potential! This episode highlights:

About Her Brilliance: Kellie Jenkins & Laura Bennett

Her Brilliance embraces a women-centred, group coaching approach to accelerate the development of female leaders. Using a unique group coaching approach, they:

About Kellie Jenkins 

Kellie Jenkins is a leadership coach and leadership development consultant. She designs and delivers leadership programs around the world and coaches, both one-on-one and in group settings. She has worked with organizational and executive clients across corporate, government and non-profit sectors and has experience in a variety of industries including finance, professional services, higher education and transportation.

Prior to working in leadership development, Kellie was a Chartered Accountant. She has more than 15 years of experience in global professional services firms, and brings the structure and detail orientation of her accountant roots to support clients to create sustainable shifts in mindsets and behaviors. Kellie has a Masters in Management and Organization from the University of Colorado and completed the Georgetown University Leadership Coaching Program. She holds an ACC credential from the International Coaching Federation.

Originally from Australia, Kellie has lived and worked around the world and embraces her identity as a global citizen. She currently enjoys life with her husband and daughter, in Denver, Colorado. Kellie serves as President of the Colorado Chapter of the International Coaching Federation and has previous board and volunteer experience with Girls on the Run of the Rockies and several local animal-focused non-profits.

About Laura Bennett

Laura is a coach, facilitator and consultant in leadership development with experience coaching individual leaders and groups and designing and delivering leadership development programs. She has supported clients in both the corporate and non-profit sectors, in industries including restaurant, professional services, technology and international education.

Prior to her dedicated focus in coaching and development, Laura has had over 15 years of experience in leadership development, talent management, organizational effectiveness and corporate communications. She leverages her organizational background to encourage clients to raise self-awareness and take meaningful action toward stepping into their full leadership potential and achieving their goals. Laura holds a Professional Certified Coach (PCC) from the International Coaching Federation. Certified Professional Co-Active Coach (CPCC) from the Co-Active Training Institute.

A Midwesterner at heart, Laura grew up in the suburbs of Chicago, and now resides in the sunshine of Denver, Colorado. She values authenticity, deep connection, adventure, health, and family, and she and her two children enjoy all that the outdoors has to offer out West. Laura has been a volunteer “Rally” coach for The Mom Project, an organization that connects women seeking careers with women-focused companies and takes an active role as a parent coordinator in her children’s school.

The Coaching Podcast delivers an Ace this week, a snap-shot into the open mindset of coach, Kenneth Bastiaens. His coaching philosophy is all about being there for the player and growing as a coach, to better develop and create more value for others. In this episode, you can fast-track to;

KENNETH BASTIAENS is the director of Coach2Competence and creator of Multi SkillZ. He is a passionate trainer who knows how to translate scientific knowledge into sports training.

Kenneth created the Multi SkillZ method to better prepare children for sports and life, regardless of their age, level or predisposition. He is committed to inspire and educate coaches and teachers around the world, to always follow a skill-based bottom-up strategy for durable development, with a mantra of ‘the long way, the right way’.

Kenneth loves to help coaches and their athletes by sharing his passion, insights and knowledge. Learn how to get more out of being with your players: more action + faster learning = better improvement. 

Since 2014, Kenneth has created skill-based development programs with the National Sports Federation to innovate their training-approach: Football, Tennis, Hockey, Basketball, Gymnastics, and he continues to train High Performance Coaches in The Netherlands and for British Tennis (LTA). 

Get inspired and energized by Kenneth Bastiaens! 
https://www.coach2competence.com

Margaritas and green chilly smothered burritos might signify a coaching ‘comfort food’ moment but there’s no denying, Dr JEA knows exactly when to chase the challenge and embrace the journey. Dr JEA extracts the brilliance inside with her take on responsible risks and the magic that happens when you're out of your comfort zone. She’s hardwired for a challenge and delves into the life lesson of how to tie-up your shoelaces with joy, energy and achievement! Inhale her geek out on wrapping words and exhale the ‘destination declaration’ – that can change at any darn time throughout this Podcast!

Emma Doyle met Dr. JEA when they were both keynote speakers at the Mile High Society Human Resource Managers conference in January of 2022, and an instant alignment formed. This fast-paced episode covers;

About Dr. JEA (Jennifer E. Arzberger, Ph.D.). Dr. JEA is the Champion of Brilliance CEO and lives by the mantra of 'you are the leader of your life'!

An educator, entrepreneur, optimist, achievement accelerator and most important of all, a proud mom, Dr. JEA inspires individuals to build brilliance in their lives, to live with confidence, compassion and courage. 

“One thing I believe with my whole heart is that we are all leaders. Each and every day we lead the most important (and difficult) person on the planet: ourselves. You are the leader of your life; the author of your life story! Reveal your BRILLIANCE and write an amazing chapter!"

From the joy-filled walls of the classroom, Dr. JEA began levelling her success and influence across the globe. Leading the way as an edu-preneur, Dr. JEA founded downtown Denver’s first elementary school. She played a key role in the Colorado Department of Higher Education and Colorado Department of Education, incubating innovation in Educator Preparation under the leadership of the Lieutenant Governor.

Her experiences have provided her with opportunities to advise the White House and Gates Foundation. Eager to explore the industries our children will enter after graduation, Dr. JEA identified Tech as the best place to discover the skills and dispositions our children will need to succeed in the 21st Century. She is now a proud Identian and created Ping Identity’sfirst learning and performance function. She loves training leaders and high performers across the globe and exploring the intersection of organizational and individual identities and their influence on corporate culture and workplace well-being. Dr. JEA is the founder and Champion of Building Brilliance, where she uses her creative and scholarly talents to help women design lives that transcend the ordinary through The Life Design Lab and High Performance Coaching.

Dr. JEA completed her Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction with an emphasis on Educational Administration and Policy at the University of Denver. Her doctoral research focused on leading in a culture of innovation and change. Additionally, she completed the Get Smart Schools Fellowship to catapult leaders into achieving excellence. Dr. JEA earned her M.A. in Mathematics from the University of Northern Colorado, M.A. in Teaching and Teacher Education from the University of Arizona, and B.A. in Elementary Education from the University of Arizona. Dr. JEA has served as an instructor at CU Denver teaching the following courses: Psychology of Gifted, Talented and Creative Children; Research in Schools; Doctoral Seminar in Research Methods; Human Learning; Children's Thinking; Social Psychology of Learning; and Advanced Psychological Foundations.  

Through her work, Dr. JEA inspires individuals to adopt high performance habits, practice self-leadership and design lives that transcend the ordinary. Follow Dr. JEA via:

https://www.facebook.com/JenniferArzberger/ 

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpjYrsF5QnXi6QrKjW7K5vQ

Ajay Pant is a true coach, guaranteed to lose sleep over his commitment to push for trust and growth in people! Emma Doyle first met Ajay Pant 10 years ago and since then they have shared many speaking stages together in the Tennis Industry. When you connect with Ajay, he has this rare ability to make you feel like you are the only person in the room who matters! Trust The Coaching Podcast when we say you don't want to miss out on listening to Ajay's 'paying it forward' sliding doors story that saw him divert from a mapped out medical pathway to become a coach extraordinaire!!

Ajay knows his stuff about being a coach and his mantra of 'if you don't grow, it's on me' echoes loud and clear in this podcast. In this episode, Ajay shares his wisdom on;

About AJAY PANT

As the Senior Director of Racquet Sports for Life Time, Ajay currently oversees 33 clubs with tennis, 25 clubs with squash and 105 clubs with pickleball.

Prior to joining Life Time, Ajay was Senior Vice President Operations for the Junior Tennis Champions Center (JTCC). He was also the National Tennis Director for Tennis Corporation of America (TCA)/Midtown clubs.  

Ajay is one of 14 tennis pros who have been designated Master Professional by both the PTR and USPTA.  He served on the PTR Board of Directors, and as the two term Chair for the USTA National Ten and Under Committee.  Currently a USTA Coach Developer, Ajay was also honored by the Tennis Industry Association as “Person of the Year” in 2018 and USPTA as “Professional of the Year” in 2019.

Emma Doyle had heard of Judy Sabah due to her fabulous reputation, not only as a Master Certified Coach, but also because of the fact that she is the co-founder and past president, 1993/94, of the National Speakers Association (NSA/Colorado) and the founder of ICF Colorado. Judy brings to this episode a wealth of wisdom, knowledge and experience for us all to benefit from. Some of her gems you will hear on this episode include:

Books Mentioned:

How to Speak for fun and profit - By Joe Sabah

Strength to Strength - Arthur Brookes 

And Judy's Book that is coming out soon - 

The Questions You’re Not Asking Are Costing You Money, Relationships and Maybe Even Your Life

This book, to be released in 2022, has the potential to change the way in which you communicate. Why? If you understand the importance of asking questions and you are able to get more information by asking, you’ll be in a position to make much better decisions. That could change your life.

You can read more about Judy Sabah below or visit: www.judysabah.com

Judy Sabah turned an inherent love for people into a dynamic lifelong career.

Coaching since 1994 and earning the Master Certified Coach designation through the International Coach Federation in 1999, Judy dedicates herself to assisting clients in deepening their understanding, knowledge, and acknowledgement of their own intrinsic value.

She is a 1996 graduate of Coach U, where she served as a teleclass leader from 1994 through 1998.

In 1999, Judy’s vision and passion for her clients led her to achieve foundational and advanced training in the Hartman Value Profile from Harvey Schoof and Wayne Carpenter. Today she is affiliated with Axiogenics, LLC.

Axiogenics, LLC is the world’s leading pioneer in the field of applied neuro-axiology (brain science + value science) and NCRT (Neuro-axiological Cognitive Remodeling Technology)

Throughout her lengthy career as a speaker, author, and coach Judy has displayed her natural competence for leadership. Thirty-five + years of participation in the National Speakers Association has led her to inspire countless individuals to pursue new directions. Her flair for motivating others is noted by her ability to facilitate the organization of educational and support networks for speakers and coaches on a local level.

In 1999, Judy was the recipient of the Toastmasters International Communication and Leadership Award, given by the Colorado/Wyoming District 26. The purpose of this award is to honor an individual who has given outstanding service to her Community, State and Industry through Communication and Leadership.

Judy was awarded a Lifetime Membership to the NSA/Colorado Chapter in 2000 for her outstanding service, dedication and support to the organization.

Judy’s home in Denver is her sacred haven, dancing is movement for her soul, and sharing with others through coaching, speaking, and writing is her passion. Judy’s philosophy for life is simply; In Everything, There is A Gift.

Please find below the International Coach Federation (ICF) Core Coaching Competencies - Updated © 2020 International Coaching Federation

The ICF Core Competencies Model, developed nearly 25 years ago, remains critically important to the practice of coaching today. We invite you to reflect on these
comprehensive coaching standards highlighting the key elements of coaching practice today as they will help us best serve our clients in the future. 
 

Definition: Develops and maintains a mindset that is open, curious, flexible and client-centered

Definition: Partners with the client and relevant stakeholders to create clear agreements about the coaching relationship, process, plans and goals. Establishes agreements for the overall coaching engagement as well as those for each coaching session.

Definition: Partners with the client to create a safe, supportive environment that allows the client to share freely. Maintains a relationship of mutual respect and trust.

Definition: Is fully conscious and present with the client, employing a style that is open, flexible, grounded and confident

Definition: Focuses on what the client is and is not saying to fully understand what is being communicated in the context of the client systems and to support client self-expression

Definition: Facilitates client insight and learning by using tools and techniques such as powerful questioning, silence, metaphor or analogy

Definition: Partners with the client to transform learning and insight into action. Promotes client autonomy in the coaching process.

Lorenzo Beltrame and Emma Doyle met in Italy when they were both speakers at the Italian Coaches Symposium in Rome. They instantly connected on their passion to help players maximize performance by enhancing their mental toughness skills. What does Lorenzo think makes a great coach?

He asked us to reflect on,

Why do you do what you do?
What excites you when you wake up in the morning?
Why do you get out of bed in the morning?

Thank you Lorenzo for your humility, and enthusiasm, and for making us better coaches and people.  

LORENZO BELTRAME - President and Founder LB PERFORMANCE SOLUTIONS, LLC

Throughout his coaching career, Lorenzo has worked with dozens of ATP and WTA touring professionals including Jim Courier, Pete Sampras, and Cara Black. He has traveled extensively coaching players in major professional events including the four Grand Slams, Davis Cup, and Hopman Cup. He has developed numerous top juniors and collegiate players who were recruited by prestigious institutions like Harvard, William and Mary, Georgia Tech, Clemson, Army, University of Pennsylvania, Cornell, Samford, University of Chicago, and University of Georgia among others.

An award-winning coaching authority, Lorenzo served as Director of Athletic Performance Coaching at the Johnson and Johnson Human Performance Institute, formerly known as LGE Performance Systems in Orlando, Florida from 1996 to 2016.

While working at the Johnson and Johnson Human Performance Institute, Lorenzo has collaborated with Dr. Jim Loehr for over two decades and has been responsible for the designing, development, and delivery of the Mental Toughness Certification Program for coaches. Having worked with Olympic, professional, and collegiate athletes as well as with their coaching staff in a wide variety of sports (tennis, football, basketball, golf, rowing, shooting, archery, car racing, squash, soccer, surfing, water polo, cricket etc.) Lorenzo has developed a vast experience in mental toughness training for both team and individual sports. Lorenzo past and current clients include the Italian Tennis Federation, the Evert Academy, Harvard University, University of Southern California, University of South Florida, University of Virginia, Us Soccer, MLS, Rollins College, Indian Olympic archery and shooting team, and world-class individual athletes and musicians.

Lorenzo is featured as a guest instructor on seven instructional DVD shows produced by the United States Professional Association (USPTA). The shows are part of the “On Court with USPTA” series and frequently aired on the Tennis Channel. He is a sought-after speaker, and he is frequently invited to present at numerous national and international conventions and symposia in which he addresses athletes, coaches, medical Doctor of Professional teams, psychologists, and corporate executives.

Lorenzo completed an MBA in Leadership and Sustainability at the University of Cumbria, UK; he is a USPTA Master Professional and a PTR International Master Professional, and he is certified as Maestro by the Italian Federation. He is a USTA specialist in competitive player development, and an ACE-certified personal trainer.

In 2007 Lorenzo was awarded the Coach of the Year and “Doc” Counsilman Science Award by the United States Olympic Committee. This award recognizes a coach who utilizes scientific techniques and equipment as an integral part of his/her coaching methods or has created innovative ways to use sport science. Lorenzo was awarded the 2015 Florida Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) Member of the Year, and PTR Professional of the Year in 2016.

Our guest this week is former professional basketball player Chris Anstey. Chris and our host, Emma Doyle grew up playing tennis together from the age of 10 at Maribyrnong Park Tennis Club. They have remained very close mates ever since. Emma seized the opportunity to interview Chris when he recently visited her in Denver, Colorado while on a tour to the US to watch his daughter, Izzy Anstey, who plays for the UCLA basketball team. Please find below some of the highlights that you will hear about coaching for success in sport and the workplace.  

Worse Coaching Moment – when you are ‘trying’ to 'show' your ability to coach.

Anything you accept and walk past on day one of your coaching job, you need to accept for the duration of your tenure.

 Coaching Women’s Sports – Educate your female players to hold tightly those people who compliment you and the positive affirmations you get.

 Embrace differences – don’t just do things because other people have always done them.

 Find time in everything you do to invest in yourself.

 You can’t be motivated every day but what you can have are incredible habits and behaviours.

 Are you prepared to get a little uncomfortable even though you don’t know what the outcome is going to be yet?

 How do you deal with a superstar within a team – “I always coach the best player the hardest.”

 Statistics should be used like a lamppost, for support, not illumination.”

 You have to build a culture around people, not around the data.

 Parents – “Let the coach, coach.”

 Don’t only coach the what, coach the why? Athletes and team members want to know the why.

Chris Anstey is a father of three, and a former professional basketball player, whose 17-year career included stints in the National Basketball Association (NBA), Russia and Spain.

A 2-time Olympian, World Champion and World Championship MVP, Chris also played for the Melbourne Tigers, South East Melbourne Magic, and Victoria Titans in the Australian NBL. He retired as a 2-time Championship winning captain and MVP, with 3 NBL titles to his name. He became the Melbourne Tigers head coach in 2012.

Anstey was selected at #18 in the 1997 NBA Draft, becoming the first player in history to be drafted from Australia’s NBL. Chris has coached male and female basketball teams at all levels- professional, world and national championships, state, high school, and club. 

Check out Chris Anstey's website: https://www.chrisanstey.com.au

And his book is called Tall Tales - What the White Board Never Taught me
https://www.chrisanstey.com.au/tall-tales/   

Emma Doyle contacted Lauren Friarson by chance and they instantly connected on an energetic level and everything is possible attitude as long as you work hard. Here are some of Lauren's gems from this episode: 

Nutrition tips:

How does Lauren stay so positive and where does she get her energy from? Life Hacks:

In life, you can either choose to be a shield or a magnet with your energy. It's a choice. What would you prefer? 

About Lauren Friarson

Lauren Friarson is an industry leader in health and wellness, a commander in personal development, a nationally recognized speaker and trainer, and the author of Why Can’t Is A Four-Letter Word” and “Get Off The Curb: A Healthy Rebellion From Fight or Flight to Activated Achiever”.  Lauren’s greatest passion is helping people break through physical, financial, emotional, and time barriers in order to live their fullest life possible.

She has undergraduate degrees in both psychology and sociology, dual master’s degrees, over 15 years of experience in both her coaching and clinical practices, and has mentored and advised a variety of professionals, including top executives, other entrepreneurs, and passionate individuals who want to make an impact or leave a legacy for others.

Lauren is an incredibly inspiring writer, speaker, and leader, pushing you to reach what you once thought was impossible. Lauren is so easy to relate to, you will find your story in her voice and be compelled to go out and take action in your own life!

Connect with Lauren at:
www.lifewithlaurendanille.com
https://www.facebook.com/lifewithlaurendanielle
https://www.instagram.com/lifewithlaurendanielle
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lifewithlaurendanielle/

Also, on the 30th of April Lauren and Emma are running a SPRING-UP Energy Retreat together in Denver, USA. You can learn more by clicking on this link. We will be focusing on goal setting in an active environment as well as busting out those self-limiting beliefs. This is all because of our chance meeting on The Coaching Podcast.

https://www.opendoorcoachingusa.com/retreats