A re-broadcast of one of our most popular episodes and a reminder to us all to define success for ourselves, on our own terms. What does it mean to be "successful" as a life coach? John Kim (The Angry Therapist) and Noelle Cordeaux (CEO of Lumia) are teaming up to tackle the big world of positive psychology, meaning, and life coaching. Everything Life Coaching is brought to you by Lumia -- at Lumia, we train and certify impact-driven coaches, making sure they’ve got all they need to build a busi...
Dec 29, 2023•29 min•Ep. 281
At Lumia, we don't just train coaches; we mold them into impactful changemakers, equipped with everything they need to create a business they're passionate about and transform lives on their own terms. Becoming more self-aware is essential for progressing as humans and as coaches. Self-coaching for awareness is a transformative process that involves deep personal reflection and understanding one's own life narrative. In this week's episode, John and Noelle practice self-coaching and share techni...
Dec 22, 2023•28 min•Ep. 284
Coaching in healthcare is emerging as a vital support for patients and providers alike, with a focus on improving well-being and health outcomes. Coaches can work across various stages of healthcare, from pre-diagnosis to end-of-life care, where their guidance can make a significant impact on managing chronic diseases and supporting medical professionals. Welcome to The Everything Life Coaching Podcast brought to you by Lumia -- co-hosts John Kim, known as The Angry Therapist, and Noelle Cordeau...
Dec 08, 2023•27 min•Ep. 282
A powerful rebroadcast from 2022, Noelle (CEO of Lumia) and Lumia instructor Khary Hornsby discuss his background, anti-bias work and why the work we do as coaches is important. Khary Hornsby has a passion for empowering people to skillfully connect across real and perceived cultural differences through cultivating cultural intelligence, emotional intelligence and mindfulness skill-sets. He has over 14 years of experience in international relations leadership positions and has conducted workshop...
Dec 01, 2023•34 min•Ep. 279
How do you know if coach training is right for you? And which coach training program should you choose? How important is ICF accreditation? How can I work as a coach? Listen in as John Kim and Noelle Cordeaux, co-founders of Lumia fill you in on what to consider. Learn all the ways you can use coaching skills in various sectors, from corporate to creative, and they debunk the myth that one needs a perfect life to become a coach. For those considering coaching, discover the personal and professio...
Nov 24, 2023•34 min•Ep. 278
Lumia CEO Noelle Cordeaux is joined by M Stoothoff, a Lumia graduate and neurodivergent coach who shares candidly about their autistic identity and experiences in the world, and what is needed for coaches to work effectively with people who are neurodivergent. The wide-ranging conversation ends with a call for more neurodivergent coaches to give support and coaching to the neurodivergent community. Listen in! My name is M (they/them/theirs). As a neurodivergent (ND) and queer person, I have live...
Nov 17, 2023•36 min•Ep. 277
In this episode, John Kim and Noelle Cordeaux, discuss John's "Containers" theory and how to use it as humans and within a coaching context. Containers are different areas of our lives like our home, friendships, work, and family. These containers can help us grow, or they can hold us back depending on how safe and supportive they are. The goal is for everyone, whether you're a coach or just someone looking to improve your life, to learn how to turn these spaces into places that help you thrive....
Nov 10, 2023•30 min•Ep. 276
Lumia CEO Noelle Cordeaux is joined by Jim Graziano, founder of Zen Laundry Coaching. Together they discuss the inner workings of corporate America, the need for a revolution in the way leaders lead and what it looks like to push for evolution from the inside out. Jim Graziano helps organizations, leaders and individuals actualize their professional and/or personal potential by providing focused, unconventional, results driven leadership and management. Leading in a way that encourages and allow...
Nov 03, 2023•44 min•Ep. 275
In this episode of Coaching Mastery, Lumia CEO Noelle Cordeaux lays out all the current research and facts from the field of career coaching. Are you interested in becoming a career coach? Listen in now! Welcome to a special episode of the Everything Life Coaching podcast — Coaching Mastery with Noelle Cordeaux, CEO of Lumia. Explore transformative coaching concepts, tried-and-true methodologies, and powerful insights from the frontline of the professional coaching field. Whether you're an estab...
Oct 27, 2023•25 min•Ep. 274
Setting boundaries with your clients is all part of being an ethical coach! Learn how to navigate this common issue faced by all coaches when first starting out. Welcome to The Everything Life Coaching Podcast brought to you by Lumia -- co-hosts John Kim, known as The Angry Therapist, and Noelle Cordeaux, the visionary CEO of Lumia, join forces to navigate the wide world of positive psychology, personal meaning, and professional life coaching. Together, they share invaluable insights, ask though...
Oct 20, 2023•31 min•Ep. 271
Lumia CEO Noelle Cordeaux is joined by Michelle Rockwood, an expert in the field of joyful sales who has taught thousands of people how to find sales methods that feel good and work for them. The two discuss how to sell your coaching services and how to approach sales from a non-icky place -- so much wisdom and useful information in one episode! Michelle Rockwood has sold real estate in one of the wealthiest communities in the world, has slept on a dirt floor in West Africa, and once raised a mi...
Oct 13, 2023•36 min•Ep. 272
Where is this trillion dollar industry headed? We break down the latest coaching industry trends, with everything you need to take action. Looks like we're headed more towards group programs, co-living, and overall wellness centers -- let's go! Welcome to The Everything Life Coaching Podcast brought to you by Lumia -- co-hosts John Kim, known as The Angry Therapist, and Noelle Cordeaux, the visionary CEO of Lumia, join forces to navigate the wide world of positive psychology, personal meaning, a...
Oct 06, 2023•26 min•Ep. 273
John Kim (The Angry Therapist) and Noelle Cordeaux (CEO of Lumia) are teaming up to tackle the big world of positive psychology, meaning, and life coaching. Everything Life Coaching is brought to you by Lumia -- at Lumia, we train and certify impact-driven coaches, making sure they’ve got all they need to build a business they love and transform lives, on their terms. Become a life coach , and make a bigger impact on the world around you! Schedule a call with us today to discuss your future as a...
Sep 29, 2023•28 min•Ep. 269
In this episode, Tim Brownson of The Fully Booked Coach talks to Noelle Cordeaux about confidence, his own journey within coaching, the power of being a strong character and asking for what you need. Tim Brownson -- "I have done what you want to do, twice. Unlike most marketers promising the earth to coaches, I have built two coaching practices and I have worked full-time in the coaching industry since 2005. I have amassed 38 years of coaching, sales and marketing experience. I can show you how ...
Sep 22, 2023•50 min•Ep. 270
Debunking myths around Positive Psychology! It's not just about chasing happiness; it's the roadmap for genuine human flourishing. Discover the transformative 'Broaden-And-Build' theory and why it's more than just feeling "happy." We'll tackle the pitfalls of 'Toxic Positivity' and explore how embracing the full spectrum of emotions can lead to a richer, more vibrant life. John Kim (The Angry Therapist) and Noelle Cordeaux (CEO of Lumia) are teaming up to tackle the big world of positive psychol...
Sep 15, 2023•21 min•Ep. 268
In this episode, Lumia alumni, instructor, certified sex and kink educator and sex coach Maria Two-Straps and Lumia CEO Noelle Cordeaux discuss sexuality and kink in coaching. Maria Two-Straps (she/her) -- "I’m a firm believer that we can all change the world by simply strengthening our intimacy, our relationships, and having more orgasms. I am a Certified Sex + Kink Educator and Sex & Relationships Coach. At the core of my work as an “unprofessional” professional, is an intersectional appro...
Sep 08, 2023•34 min•Ep. 267
John and Noelle chat about a Fortune 500 company that ditched managers for coaches and saw major productivity gains! We alo touch on some wild workplace trends and dish out the deets on how coaching might be the secret sauce to a happier, more efficient office. Welcome to The Everything Life Coaching Podcast brought to you by Lumia -- co-hosts John Kim, known as The Angry Therapist, and Noelle Cordeaux, the visionary CEO of Lumia, join forces to navigate the wide world of positive psychology, pe...
Sep 01, 2023•24 min•Ep. 266
In this episode, Lumia alumni Paul Chamberlaind (Smart, Funny, Tortured) and Lumia CEO Noelle Cordeaux discuss authenticity, entrepreneurship and the future of coaching -- using AI and Midjourney! Paul is also known as the Smart Funny Tortured Coach who has learned how to find the better part of our darker angels and shine a light on the unique gifts that make us powerful. Formerly a senior creative officer and serial entrepreneur for over 25 years, he contributed his award-winning expertise in ...
Aug 25, 2023•57 min•Ep. 265
In this episode of Coaching Mastery, Lumia CEO Noelle Cordeaux goes deeper into what coaching is and is not, and how to maximize the strength of a coaching relationship with seven powerful questions. Welcome to a special episode of the Everything Life Coaching podcast — Coaching Mastery with Noelle Cordeaux, CEO of Lumia. Explore transformative coaching concepts, tried-and-true methodologies, and powerful insights from the frontline of the professional coaching field. Whether you're an establish...
Aug 18, 2023•29 min•Ep. 261
In this episode of Coaching Mastery, Lumia CEO Noelle Cordeaux dives into what is needed to support a distributed workforce through coaching, the role of managers and employers moving forward, and how to care for employees in an authentic way. Welcome to a special episode of the Everything Life Coaching podcast — Coaching Mastery with Noelle Cordeaux, CEO of Lumia. Explore transformative coaching concepts, tried-and-true methodologies, and powerful insights from the frontline of the professional...
Aug 11, 2023•29 min•Ep. 264
Embodiment and positive psychology go hand in hand -- how can you use your senses to be a better coach? How can you help your clients with embodiment? John Kim (The Angry Therapist) and Noelle Cordeaux (CEO of Lumia) are teaming up to tackle the big world of positive psychology, meaning, and life coaching. Everything Life Coaching is brought to you by Lumia -- at Lumia, we train and certify impact-driven coaches, making sure they’ve got all they need to build a business they love and transform l...
Aug 04, 2023•27 min•Ep. 231
In this episode of Coaching Mastery, learn from Lumia CEO Noelle Cordeaux as she explores ways that we can strengthen our ability to cope with failure of all kinds, but especially when it feels personal. Taking a closer look at what it looks like when we miss the mark is a powerful topic within coaching. Welcome to a special episode of the Everything Life Coaching podcast — Coaching Mastery with Noelle Cordeaux, CEO of Lumia. Explore transformative coaching concepts, tried-and-true methodologies...
Jul 28, 2023•21 min•Ep. 259
In this episode of Coaching Mastery, Lumia CEO Noelle Cordeaux explores how to give feedback in an empathetic way, with empathy mapping the experience of the person in front of you. Also: learn how to identify and handle your own triggers as a coach, and a deeper dive into the neuroscience of coaching. Welcome to a special episode of the Everything Life Coaching podcast — Coaching Mastery with Noelle Cordeaux, CEO of Lumia. Explore transformative coaching concepts, tried-and-true methodologies, ...
Jul 21, 2023•34 min•Ep. 260
In this episode of Coaching Mastery, Lumia CEO Noelle Cordeaux takes you through the exact steps of a coaching client consultation -- how to tell if the person is a good fit to work with you as a coach, how to be aware of personal triggers and what to look for in an ideal client. Welcome to a special episode of the Everything Life Coaching podcast — Coaching Mastery with Noelle Cordeaux, CEO of Lumia. Explore transformative coaching concepts, tried-and-true methodologies, and powerful insights f...
Jul 14, 2023•22 min•Ep. 263
What does it look like to invest in yourself as a coach? From learning and credentials to business development and mindset, there's more than meets the eye. (Rebroadcast from 2022) John Kim (The Angry Therapist) and Noelle Cordeaux (CEO of Lumia) are teaming up to tackle the big world of positive psychology, meaning, and life coaching. Everything Life Coaching is brought to you by Lumia -- at Lumia, we train and certify impact-driven coaches, making sure they’ve got all they need to build a busi...
Jul 07, 2023•19 min•Ep. 262
In this episode, we dive into the burning question: Is certification necessary for life coaches? While the life coaching industry remains unregulated we believe there are many very valid reasons for you to get certified. Life Coach Certification not only sends a strong message of professionalism and dedication to your clients but also equips you with practical coaching theory, techniques, and ethics to deliver impactful sessions. The best training programs offer opportunities for hands-on practi...
Jun 30, 2023•27 min•Ep. 257
In this episode, we tackle the big questions that help people get unstuck and the fears that impede our progress - fear of inadequacy, fear of scarcity, and fear of unfulfilled desires. Drawing from Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs and the Theory of Adaptation, they shed light on how our basic needs intersect with these fears and the perception of being stuck. John and Noelle explore the art of reframing wants vs needs, encouraging a shift from a scarcity mindset to a growth mindset. They also challe...
Jun 23, 2023•24 min•Ep. 256
(Rebroadcast from 2022) In this episode, Lumia Instructor Danielle Wiltshire-Adams and Lumia CEO Noelle Cordeaux discuss core principles of coaching, and how to incorporate them in your coaching practice. Together they explore: Strategies for using active listening in a coaching session How noticing a client’s breathing patterns and tone of voice can help you to better understand meaning Why curiosity makes us better coaches How open-ended questions can help you get to root causes Storytelling a...
Jun 16, 2023•28 min•Ep. 254
There's a few big mistakes coaches can make, and we're here to steer you clear -- these are the five things NEVER to do as a life coach. John Kim (The Angry Therapist) and Noelle Cordeaux (CEO of Lumia) are teaming up to tackle the big world of positive psychology, meaning, and life coaching. Everything Life Coaching is brought to you by Lumia -- at Lumia, we train and certify impact-driven coaches, making sure they’ve got all they need to build a business they love and transform lives, on their...
Jun 09, 2023•28 min•Ep. 258
Finding pleasure in other's successes, also known as "freudenfreude,” is something that is severely lacking in our time. And post-pandemic, it only seems to have gotten worse. So, in this week's episode, John and Noelle discuss the importance of having high-quality interpersonal relationships in order to improve your overall quality of life. Everything Life Coaching is brought to you by Lumia Coaching. We train and certify impact-driven coaches, making sure our graduates have all they need to bu...
Jun 02, 2023•25 min•Ep. 253
