Join hosts Dave Lipsky and Matt Dodson on Leadership: The Secret Sauce as they sit down with executive coach Don Eash for a candid, thoughtful conversation on what it truly means to coach without an agenda. Drawing from decades of experience in leadership development, Don shares why suspending judgment, being fully present, and meeting people exactly where they are isn’t just a mindset—it’s a powerful method for deep transformation.
In this episode, Don explores:
- Why true coaching starts with “being with” someone, not “fixing” them
- How radical honesty and neutral witnessing build trust and breakthrough
- The art of leading with curiosity rather than control
- A real coaching moment where one bold sentence—“I wouldn’t hire you”—sparked a profound shift
- How Don helps leaders see their blind spots without pushing a personal agenda
Whether you're a coach, manager, or curious learner, Don’s grounded and compassionate approach will challenge your assumptions about leadership, coaching, and human growth.
🔥 Perfect for listeners interested in:
Executive coaching, leadership development, emotional intelligence, human-centered leadership, and values-based coaching.
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🔗 Mentioned in this episode:
VIA Character Strengths (search online for the free assessment)
Book: Coach the Person, Not the Problem by Marcia Reynolds
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