Embracing Transformation: Coaching Neurodiverse and Transitioning Lives with Paige Carstensen In this episode of 'The Act of Coaching,' host Phil Askew sits down with Paige Carstensen, a former educator and leader specializing in educational equity, neurodiversity, and disability justice. They discuss Paige's journey into coaching, her focus on working with educators and individuals in transitional phases, and the impact of her coaching on their lives. The conversation delves into the distinctio...
Nov 20, 2024•27 min•Ep 4•Transcript available on Metacast From Wall Street to High-Performance Coaching: Kat's Journey to Helping Professionals Overcome Self-Doubt. In this episode of the Act of Coaching, Phil Askew interviews Kat Sosnick, a former Wall Street analyst turned high-performance coach, to discuss her fascinating journey from Finance to Coaching, and how she's helping high achievers overcome cycles of self-doubt. Kat shares her transition from a high-pressure Wall Street career to becoming a productivity coach for professionals, elite athle...
Nov 06, 2024•30 min•Ep 3•Transcript available on Metacast Unlocking Your Potential: Overcoming Fear and Embracing Purpose in Career Coaching In this enlightening episode hosted by Phil Askew, the ACT of Coaching explores the transformative journey of individuals seeking purpose and overcoming fears in their professional lives. Through engaging discussions with guest, Grace Vigeant, he delves into topics such as fear, stress, and burnout, and how these impede one's ability to thrive. The importance of creativity, personal growth, and aligning one's care...
Oct 23, 2024•32 min•Ep 2•Transcript available on Metacast Exploring the Journey of Leadership Coaching with Michelle Hollingshead. In this episode of 'The Act of Coaching' from ACT Leadership, host Phil interviews Michelle Hollingshead, a seasoned coach and founder of Imprint Coaching. They delve into Michelle's unique journey, her experiences with loss and grief, and how they fueled her passion for coaching. Michelle shares insights about the evolution of her business, the importance of continuous learning, and her work with leadership dev...
Sep 02, 2024•32 min•Ep 1•Transcript available on Metacast Empowering Unconventional Leaders Through Coaching This podcast episode from 'The Act of Coaching', hosted by Phil, features a conversation with Camille, an alumnus of a leadership and performance coach training program focusing on helping leaders who don't fit the conventional image of leadership. These include CEOs and founders in the biotech, pharma, and technology sectors, many of whom are navigating leadership challenges without prior experience, facing heightened scrutiny due t...
May 22, 2024•25 min•Ep 12•Transcript available on Metacast Embracing Change and Self-Discovery Through Coaching This episode of the act of coaching podcast features a conversation between the host, Phil, and a guest named Emmanuelle, a Brussels-based innovation consultant who is embarking on coaching as her third career. They discuss Emmanuelle's journey into coaching, the challenges and rewards of identifying a niche in the coaching industry, and the impact of coaching on personal and professional relationships. The conversation touches on cultural...
May 06, 2024•29 min•Ep 11•Transcript available on Metacast This podcast episode from 'The Act of Coaching' features a conversation between host Phil and guest Christopher Veal, discussing Christopher's 11-year journey in coaching. The discussion covers Christopher's work in executive coaching, creating inclusive spaces, and mentoring new coaches. Christopher shares how coaching has significantly impacted his personal and professional life, offering insights into his approach to coaching, including the importance of listening, asking ques...
Apr 18, 2024•29 min•Ep 10•Transcript available on Metacast This podcast episode from 'The Act of Coaching' features a conversation with Phil, the host, and Paul, a guest from their alumni, discussing Paul's transition to becoming a leadership coach focused on helping executives achieve confidence and clarity during life and career transitions. Paul shares his professional background, including practicing law and serving as a U.S. Navy JAG, and how his own career and life transitions led him to discover coaching as his vocation. The conversat...
Apr 05, 2024•26 min•Ep 9•Transcript available on Metacast In the 'The Act of Coaching' podcast, Phil and coach Jessica Harrison discuss her journey from marketing to coaching, focusing on guiding clients towards clarity and work-life balance. Jessica emphasises the importance of listening and inquiry, values in growth, and her experiences with the ACT Leadership program at Brown University, highlighting its leadership focus and innovative strategies like coaching archetypes. The episode underscores the transformative impact of coaching and offe...
Mar 21, 2024•29 min•Ep 8•Transcript available on Metacast Coaching the Leaders: A Journey with Carlon Howard In this podcast, host Phil Askew interviews Carlon Howard about his coaching journey. Carlon, an alumnus of ACT leadership, focuses on coaching social impact leaders and executive directors of small nonprofits, particularly those from underrepresented communities. He discusses the challenges he helps his clients navigate, including imposter syndrome, and how he facilitates their shift from survival to thriving. Carlon also talks about his own ex...
Feb 27, 2024•32 min•Ep 7•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of 'Act of Coaching', host Phil speaks with Sarah Carlan, a graduate and alumna of ACT Leadership who works with clients primarily in the medical field. The podcast focuses on coaching techniques and Sarah’s personal career trajectory from a social work to coaching. She expresses the importance of an evidence-based approach, facilitating the development of self-compassion in her clients, and her goal to make impactful changes in the medical industry by providing early-sta...
Feb 20, 2024•32 min•Ep 6•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of 'Act of Coaching Podcast,' Phil dives deep into a discussion with his esteemed guest, Nick Kettles, who is an ACT Leadership faculty member. Nick shares his journey from the discovery of coaching, during a time his business was suffering, to becoming a leadership and performance coach. He emphasizes the contributions of coaching in his personal and professional life, particularly improving his relationships and empowering him to work with others through difficult circu...
Jan 16, 2024•29 min•Ep 5•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of 'Act of Coaching' podcast from ACT leadership, the host Phil speaks with one of their alumni, Maureen Rudell, about her journey as a leadership and performance coach. Maureen shares her experiences and insights about working with clients who are interested in making significant changes in their life and discovering their true self. She also discusses her dream of creating a program for young adults that centers on coaching and leadership development, helping them carve...
Dec 05, 2023•24 min•Transcript available on Metacast The Act of Coaching: An Interview with Tom Collins, The Vice Chair of Pediatrics at the University of Kentucky In this episode of The Act of Coaching podcast, host Phil Askew is joined by an alumnus of the ACT Leadership program, Tom Collins. As the Vice Chair of Pediatrics at the University of Kentucky, Tom combines his executive role with his passion for coaching, providing guidance and mentorship to help colleagues flourish in their careers. He shares his own journey and discusses how coachin...
Nov 21, 2023•33 min•Transcript available on Metacast Jyllian, an ICF credentialed coach, is a dynamic and visionary security professional, experienced leader, leadership coach, mentor, and consultant. She has a remarkable track record in leading workforce development and leadership programs worldwide. With a passion for cultivating talent, Jyllian has successfully combined her expertise in security with a deep understanding of human potential, empowering individuals and organizations to thrive in ever-changing and challenging environments. Since s...
Nov 06, 2023•31 min•Ep 2•Transcript available on Metacast Amber J. Adams is a Leadership Coach and Personal Brand Strategist helping mid-career professionals who feel stuck in the “messy middle” of their careers and scared that they are unconsciously blocking their potential to work and lead with intention, joy, and purpose. She helps her clients channel their frustration into transformation by guiding them in developing the courage they need to release and reframe the internal stories holding them back so they can reconnect with their vision for how t...
Oct 24, 2023•36 min•Ep 1•Transcript available on Metacast 
