A conversation with bestselling author and trained futurist Jacob Morgan as he shares his insights on vulnerability in leadership. Author of "Leading With Vulnerability: Unlock your Greatest Superpower to Transform Yourself, your team, and your organization," Jacob brings a unique perspective to the often-misunderstood concept of vulnerability in the workplace. Jacob goes into the nuances of vulnerability, differentiating between mere vulnerability and leading with vulnerability. He stresses tha...
Nov 20, 2023•44 min•Ep. 71
Alex Pascal of coaching.com hosts a dialogue with Natalie Dattilo, a licensed clinical psychologist and esteemed personal wellness advisor. In this insightful exchange, Natalie puts forward a compelling argument: behavior modification is often the precursor to motivation rather than the result of it. The conversation unpacks the symbiotic relationship between action and motivation and how this understanding can pivot the approach to personal development and happiness. Natalie’s perspective is a ...
Nov 13, 2023•38 min•Ep. 70
In this episode of "Coaches on Zoom Drinking Coffee," host and CEO Alex Pascal of Coaching.com speaks with Peter Hawkings, a distinguished figure in organizational strategy, leadership, and culture change. He is celebrated for his extensive experience coaching over 100 boards and senior executive teams worldwide. Hawkins speaks about his personal journey, and his early passion for drama and theater, which gradually shifted towards an interest in the human process and group dynamics, ultimately l...
Nov 06, 2023•48 min•Ep. 69
In this episode of "Coaches on Zoom Drinking Coffee," host Alex Pascal of Coaching.com speaks with David Goldsmith, a seasoned executive coach and industry innovator with over three decades of experience. Goldsmith, the executive director of Seven Paths Forward and a senior partner at the Goldsmith Group, shares insights on the evolving landscape of coaching, emphasizing the importance of adapting to disruption and helping clients navigate through the complexities of today's world. Goldsmith rec...
Oct 30, 2023•46 min•Ep. 68
In this podcast, Alex Pascal the CEO of Coaching.com interviews Robert Biswas-Diener, an authority on positive psychology and coaching. They discuss the difference between good and great coaches, emphasizing the importance of embracing uncertainty and acknowledging biases. Robert Biswas-Diener, a researcher, coach, and traveler, shares his unique journey into coaching during this engaging podcast. Robert's passion for understanding happiness led him to study diverse cultures and their perspectiv...
Oct 23, 2023•48 min•Ep. 67
A conversation with Bebe Hansen, the principal of Presence-Based Coaching. Integrating her extensive family business experience and psychotherapy background, Bebe coaches leaders, teams, and organizations in building leadership skills with presence. In this episode, Bebe shares how a relationship training session opened the door to an epiphany: that it could be possible to combine the consciousness-based approach of therapy with her business experience to help leaders and organizations alike to ...
Oct 16, 2023•51 min•Ep. 66
A conversation with Leo Chan, the founder of Abound Innovation Inc, an innovation consultancy and training firm with over 20+ years of experience in innovation and creativity. Leo believes strongly in the power of creativity: an innovator himself, with 55 US patents and over 20 years of experience, he guides organizations like Chick-fil-A to unleash their employees’ potential by transforming them into confident innovators. In this episode, Leo draws on the experiences he has gained through his d...
Oct 09, 2023•40 min•Ep. 65
A conversation with Morra Aarons-Mele, the host of The Anxious Achiever, a top 10 management podcast exploring links between mental health and leadership. Morra is also the founder of Women Online and the Mission List, an award-winning digital consulting firm and influencer marketing company dedicated to social change, and the author of The Anxious Achiever, Turn Your Biggest Fears Into Your Life. In this episode, Morra and Alex discuss the impact of anxiety in the workplace, and how it can be u...
Oct 02, 2023•40 min•Ep. 64
A conversation with Wanda Allen, the driving force behind Follow Up Sales Strategies — a platform dedicated to helping entrepreneurs, business owners and sales professionals increase pipelines, improve sales performance and strengthen relationships by developing strong follow up skills. In this episode, Wanda and Alex discuss the art and strategy of following up, and how it’s important for you to remember it comes from a place of service. They also delve into a process called Stay in Touch, also...
Sep 25, 2023•32 min•Ep. 63
A conversation with Dan Lievens, accomplished entrepreneur and founder of eleven standout businesses. Dan knows the magic behind storytelling. Dive into the art of crafting a compelling story that resonates with your target audience and learn why it's crucial for coaches to effectively communicate their value proposition. Dan and Alex Pascal also discuss the importance of video testimonials. They create stronger connections with clients due to their immersive nature. Explore the challenges of sc...
Sep 18, 2023•28 min•Ep. 62
A conversation with David Bayer, renowned author, speaker, entrepreneur, and CEO of David Bayer Transformational Programs. Explore David's inspiring story of overcoming addiction as a guide to reshaping thought patterns and your entire reality. Discover the "whole human framework" and learn how to use your mindset to overcome resistance. Embrace the philosophical discussion pondering the deep connections between spirit, intelligence, and the real essence of reality. Take a closer look at meditat...
Sep 11, 2023•52 min•Ep. 61
A conversation with Senka Holzer, an expert in bridging biochemistry and coaching. Senka's journey started in molecular medicine and led her to coaching. In this episode, she dives into the intricate bond between our hearts and feelings. Discover how emotions are directly related to heart health. She also discusses how wellness impacts heart health. The chat highlights an increasing demand for mental health discussions caused by the pandemic. Discover how professionals and large organizations pu...
Sep 04, 2023•39 min•Ep. 60
An enlightening chat with Michele Wucker, tech speaker, strategist, and global best-selling author. Michele sketches her ascent from a quiet child to a risk expert whose ideas are regularly used by business and policy leaders at the highest levels. She discusses the concept of risk and her work on "Gray Rhinos," which are obvious, probable, and often overlooked risks. You get a nuanced view of risk in coaching and daily life through personal tales that shed light on the intricacies of managing r...
Aug 28, 2023•47 min•Ep. 59
A dialogue with Dolly Chugh, a Professor at NYU Stern School of Business and an advocate for self-improvement and societal change. Dolly's transition from business to academia highlights the importance of knowledge creation in coaching. You’ll discover insights on how to help your clients identify and bridge the gaps between their ethical aspirations and actions through her Harvard-driven research on bounded ethicality. The insights from Dolly's TEDx talk can help you become more aware of uncons...
Aug 21, 2023•43 min•Ep. 58
A revealing conversation with Alisa Cohn, an esteemed executive coach and author. Every entrepreneur faces growth challenges, both in business and personally. Alisa unveils the tools to transform from startup enthusiast to mature leader. She emphasizes self-awareness, addressing emotional triggers, and the essence of powerful communication as teams evolve. Facing uncertainties in your coaching practice? Managing rapid growth? Alisa discusses the strategies to steer through entrepreneurial chaos ...
Aug 14, 2023•43 min•Ep. 57
A conversation with Shonna Waters, technologist, leadership coach, and organizational psychologist. Shonna shares how you can combine technology and psychology to improve coaching. She talks about using science and evidence-based methods as better ways to coach clients. She also unfolds the potential of AI in coaching. You’ll discover how you can leverage AI as a tool and mentor to enhance the quality and precision of your coaching sessions. Immerse yourself and gain a greater understanding of h...
Aug 07, 2023•43 min•Ep. 56
A conversation with Adrion Porter, the driving force behind Mid Career Mastery — a platform dedicated to helping over-40s grow. Adrion and Alex delve into the rarely addressed challenge of 'midlife malaise' - a common occurrence among experienced workers. Adrion provides a concrete, three-pillar framework - mindset, meaning, and milestones - to transform this malaise into a path towards mastery — helping clients navigate their mid-career challenges. Adrion also shines a light on ageism in the wo...
Jul 31, 2023•42 min•Ep. 55
Join us for a chat with Terri Cole, a widely recognized expert on mindfulness and relationships. Terri speaks of mindfulness, an easy thing to do every day that can make life better, help clients reduce stress and improve their mental well-being. Have you ever thought about sharing your coaching skills in a book? Terri shares her experience of writing one. She talks about the important things you need to think about before writing and how to find the right people to help publish your book. She a...
Jul 24, 2023•44 min•Ep. 54
A candid conversation with Charlotte Saulny, the new President & COO at Coaching.com. Your journey in the coaching landscape is about to take an exciting turn. In this episode, Charlotte Saulny shares her remarkable voyage from the early stages of the profession to her experiences with the likes of Tony Robbins and Marcus Buckingham. One of the most touching moments is when she talks about returning to Coaching.com. Describing it as 'coming home', it's here that she's ready to make a differe...
Jul 17, 2023•43 min•Ep. 53
Prepare yourself for a truly enlightening conversation with Gerry Valentine, a public speaker, executive coach, and author who's turned his life's journey into a roadmap for success. Gerry's story is nothing short of extraordinary. From his humble beginnings in a low-income neighborhood in NYC to his rise as a Fortune 100 leader, he's a testament to the power of resilience and ambition. In this episode, you'll learn how Gerry uses his personal and professional experiences to guide others on thei...
Jul 10, 2023•49 min•Ep. 52
A dialogue with Jennifer Garvey Berger, CEO of Cultivating Leadership, executive coach, and renowned author. Jennifer is not just a coach, but also a deep thinker - a crucial part of her philosophy. Her work revolves around understanding “complexity theory” and human development. Plus how we can use this knowledge to navigate the intricacies of life. In this discussion, Jennifer elucidates why we must reframe our understanding of complexity and appreciate the different ways it manifests in our l...
Jul 03, 2023•45 min•Ep. 51
A conversation with Melody Wilding, executive coach, professor, and bestselling author of Trust Yourself, Stop Overthinking, and Channel Your Emotions for Success at Work. A leadership expert who transforms managers and executives into focused and mindful leaders, Melody was also named one of Business Insider's most innovative coaches for her ground breaking work on sensitive strivers. In this episode, Melody shares her thoughts on the change, transition, and difficulties happening around all of...
Jun 26, 2023•45 min•Ep. 50
A conversation with Virginia Mansell, board member of coaching.com, author of The Focused Executive, and thought leader in executive coaching, mentoring, and leadership. As the Executive Chairman at Stephenson Mansell Group - arguably Australia's longest-established executive development firm - and having worked with 30 of Australia’s top 50 companies, Virginia draws on her 25-year experience in coaching and leadership development to discuss how AI heralds an exciting time in the industry. Liste...
Jun 19, 2023•43 min•Ep. 49
A conversation with Marissa Afton, leadership expert who transforms managers and executives into focused and mindful leaders. Marissa is also a corporate consultant and Partner and the Head of Global Accounts for Potential Project, a global research, leadership development, and consulting firm on a mission to create a more human world of work. In this episode, Marissa shares her thoughts on how organizations are now approaching mindfulness, as well as the difference between focus and awareness i...
Jun 12, 2023•41 min•Ep. 48
A conversation with Dr. Diane Hamilton, the Founder and CEO of Tonerra, a global coaching and consulting firm. A much sought-after expert in curiosity, perception, emotional intelligence, and behavioral science, Diane is also the creator of the Curiosity Code Index®, the Perception Power Index, and the author of five books sold worldwide. In this episode, she talks about curiosity being a key driver in learning, and how it should be at the core of how coaches approach their clients, in order to ...
Jun 05, 2023•37 min•Ep. 47
A conversation with John Raymond, the CEO of Progress SMG, a serial entrepreneur, and founder coach with a passion for tech and education. John has had a three decade-long passion for developing leaders, teams, and organizations through coaching - a passion that continues to this day. He began 1point5 Solutions in 2022 to bring a sustainability lens to this work, eventually merging it with ProgressU and SMG Asia to create Progress SMG. Assisted by technology partnerships with companies like coac...
May 29, 2023•47 min•Ep. 46
A conversation with Frederic Laloux, a former business coach and associate partner with McKinsey & Company, and author of Reinventing Organizations. Frederic is passionate about enlightening organizations, and is hailed for his work in leading a “soulful revolution in the workplace” through his book, Reinventing Organizations. The book demonstrates that every time humanity has shifted to a new stage of consciousness in the past, it has invented new ways to structure and run organizations. Th...
May 22, 2023•59 min•Ep. 45
A conversation with Pamela Larde, Founder of Tandem Light Press, Professor, and award-winning author. As well as a coach, Pamela is a creative - and this is an integral aspect of her ethos. Her work focuses on how we can allow our creativity to give us the space to move in different directions as we navigate the twists and turns of life. To move in a new direction, we must envision and imagine what could be, which is an inherently creative process. In this episode, Pamela explains why we must re...
May 15, 2023•41 min•Ep. 44
A conversation with Jenny Fernandez, Chief Marketing Officer and Executive Coach. You may be familiar with Jenny as a regular contributor to Harvard Business Review, Fast Company, and Forbes. Here, she shares insights about marketing, artificial intelligence, and coaching - and how the three areas intersect! This episode is useful for any coach interested in growing their business through better branding. Jenny gives advice on how to elevate your self-awareness so you understand yourself at many...
May 08, 2023•43 min•Ep. 43
A conversation with inspirational leadership expert and bestselling author Lance Secretan. Lance has studied leadership all over the world, and in this episode, he explains what is needed - and what needs to be left behind - for a leader to be truly effective. The main issue with leadership thus far, Lance states, is that it has been based on motivation as opposed to inspiration. What makes those concepts so opposite from his perspective? The fact that motivation is fear-based, while inspiration...
May 02, 2023•50 min•Ep. 42
