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Coaching Through ItCompetency #8: Facilitates Client GrowthDEFINITION: Partners with the client to transform learning and insight into action. Promotes client autonomy in the coaching process.Works with the client to integrate new awareness, insight or learning into their worldview and behaviorsPartners with the client to design goals, actions and accountability measures that integrate and expand new learningAcknowledges and supports client autonomy in the design of goals, actions and methods of accountabilitySupports the client in identifying potential results or learning from identified action steps Invites the client to consider how to move forward, including resources, support and potential barriersPartners with the client to summarize learning a...2022-07-2634 min
Coaching Through ItCompetency #7: Evokes AwarenessDEFINITION: Facilitates client insight and learning by using tools and techniques such as powerful questioning, silence, metaphor or analogy.Considers client experience when deciding what might be most useful Challenges the client as a way to evoke awareness or insight Asks questions about the client, such as their way of thinking, values, needs, wants and beliefs Asks questions that help the client explore beyond current thinkingInvites the client to share more about their experience in the momentNotices what is working to enhance client progressAdjusts the coaching approach in response to the client's needsHelps the client identify factors that inf...2022-07-2123 min
Coaching Through ItCompetency #6: Listens ActivelyDEFINITION: 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.Considers the client’s context, identity, environment, experiences, values and beliefs to enhance understanding of what the client is communicatingReflects or summarizes what the client communicated to ensure clarity and understandingRecognizes and inquires when there is more to what the client is communicatingNotices, acknowledges and explores the client's emotions, energy shifts, non-verbal cues or other behaviorsIntegrates the client's words, tone of voice and body language to determine the fu...2022-06-0220 min
Coaching Through ItCompetency #5: Maintains PresenceDEFINITION: Is fully conscious and present with the client, employing a style that is open, flexible, grounded and confident.Remains focused, observant, empathetic and responsive to the clientDemonstrates curiosity during the coaching processManages one’s emotions to stay present with the clientDemonstrates confidence in working with strong client emotions during the coaching processIs comfortable working in a space of not knowingCreates or allows space for silence, pause or reflectionWATCH: Pamela Richarde, MCC READ: ICF Core Competency 5: Maintains Presence Season 1 Episode #4: All the Feels in Coaching + StorytellingMakes coaching unique, key to the professionMore action-oriented -- all...2022-05-1818 min
Coaching Through ItCompetency #4: Cultivates Trust and SafetyDEFINITION: Partners with the client to create a safe, supportive environment that allows theclient to share freely. Maintains a relationship of mutual respect and trust.Seeks to understand the client within their context which may include their identity, environment, experiences, values and beliefs Demonstrates respect for the client’s identity, perceptions, style and language and adapts one's coaching to the client Acknowledges and respects the client's unique talents, insights and work in the coaching process Shows support, empathy and concern for the client Acknowledges and supports the client’s expression of feelings, perceptions, concerns, beliefs and sugg...2022-05-1123 min
Coaching Through ItCompetency #3: Establishes and Maintains AgreementsDEFINITION: 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.Explains what coaching is and is not and describes the process to the client and relevant stakeholdersReaches agreement about what is and is not appropriate in the relationship, what is and is not being offered, and the responsibilities of the client and relevant stakeholdersReaches agreement about the guidelines and specific parameters of the coaching relationship such as logistics, fees, scheduling, duration, termination, confidentiality...2022-05-0422 min
Coaching Through ItCompetency #2: Embodies a Coaching MindsetDEFINITION: Develops and maintains a mindset that is open, curious, flexible and client-centered.Acknowledges that clients are responsible for their own choices Engages in ongoing learning and development as a coach Develops an ongoing reflective practice to enhance one's coaching Remains aware of and open to the influence of context and culture on self and others Uses awareness of self and one's intuition to benefit clients Develops and maintains the ability to regulate one's emotions Mentally and emotionally prepares for sessions Seeks help from outside sources when necessary About maintaining a professional practice, recognizing the culture of self and othe...2022-04-2726 min
Coaching Through ItCompetency #1: Demonstrates Ethical PracticeDEFINITION: Understands and consistently applies coaching ethics and standards of coaching.Demonstrates personal integrity and honesty in interactions with clients, sponsors and relevant stakeholdersIs sensitive to clients' identity, environment, experiences, values and beliefsUses language appropriate and respectful to clients, sponsors and relevant stakeholdersAbides by the ICF Code of Ethics and upholds the Core Values Maintains confidentiality with client information per stakeholder agreements and pertinent lawsMaintains the distinctions between coaching, consulting, psychotherapy and other support professionsRefers clients to other support professionals, as appropriate WATCH: Dr. Frances Penafort, MCC for ICF Core Competency 1: Demonstrates Ethical Practice [VIDEO] READ: Li...2022-04-2027 min
Coaching Through It@CoachingThruIt Season 3: What Are Coaching Core Competencies?For Season 3 of Coaching Through It, Julie & Laura dive into the eight (8) core competencies that guide their coaching practice as outlined by the International Coaching Federation (ICF). Use this as a study guide if you're a coach working towards your credentials or learn more about the practice if you're "coach curious" -- these episodes will get into coaching applied from this framework.Interested in studying along? Here are the ICF Core Competencies resources we'll be using for this season:8 ICF Core Competencies (Updated) + PDFLonger Version; 8 ICF CompsYouTube PlaylistWhat questions do you have about the...2022-04-2004 min
Coaching Through ItValues & Alignment Coaching with @amersyAmy Corron (she/her) is an innovative and creative higher education professional who is passionate about effective facilitation, curriculum design, intergroup dialogue pedagogy, and coaching. She is currently an Associate Director/Lecturer for the Archer Center for Student Leadership at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, and an International Coaching Federation trained coach specializing in values-based coaching for academics and higher education professionals. She believes in the transformative power of coaching, and utilizes a coaching mindset in all areas of her work to help those around her find greater alignment and joy in their work and lives. Learn more about Amy’s coa...2021-11-0827 min
Coaching Through ItAccountability in CoachingOn this episode of @CoachingThruIt, coaches Laura and Julie talk about empowering their clients to design and develop individual systems of accountability. We talk about coaching questions to hold clients accountable and practices that enable clients to check-in with themselves for their own action steps beyond a coaching session.Question for coaching accountability:By the end of our time today, what would you like to have us achieve?What would you want to discover in this session that would be useful for you?How could we quantify this or make this measurable?What...2021-11-0123 min
Coaching Through ItTransformative Coaching & Mentoring Coaches with @jaskeyJennifer Askey, Ph.D. works with academic leaders and leaders-to-be in a down-to-earth and engaging approach that utilizes emotional intelligence, positive psychology, and mindfulness to help her clients navigate the internal and external obstacles of their professional worlds. She focuses on career planning and transition, as well as team effectiveness. Jennifer utilizes assessments, such as DISC, EQi-2.0, Belbin Team Roles, and 360s to help her clients and their organizations gain new insights and develop forward-looking plans for change. She is a Certified Professional Co-Active Coach with CTI, and a Professional Certified Coach (PCC) through ICF. Jennifer is pursuing certification...2021-10-2545 min
Coaching Through ItIn Our Coaching LibraryAs career and executive coaches, we’re always learning. For this episode of @CoachingThruIt Laura and Julie share what’s in their coaching library -- books, podcasts, and conferences… oh my! Here are a few things we’re tuning into to support our clients and craft of coaching:Dare to Lead Ep. Brené with Amy Cuddy on Pandemic Flux Syndrome“Why This Stage of the Pandemic Makes Us So Anxious” from the Washington Post by Amy Cuddy and Jill Ellyn RileyBurnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle by Emily Nagoski & Amelia NagoskiHello Monday with Jessi Hempel; Ep. Jonathan Field...2021-10-1819 min
Coaching Through ItDesigning Backwards by Looking Forward with @m_lauriemWe’re joined by Coach Laurie Maynell for this episode of @CoachingThruIt. Laurie has been an educational developer in higher education for 15 years, providing consultation on teaching, course design, and assessment to individual instructors and academic units. She took her first coach training course to enhance her consultation practice at her day job and loved it so much that she decided to continue coach training and pursue coaching credentials through the International Coach Federation. Laurie is slowly growing her coaching business and working toward the Associate Certified Coach (ACC) credential from the International Coaching Federation (ICF). Connect and find Lau...2021-10-1132 min
Coaching Through ItPeer & Group CoachingOn this episode of @CoachingThruIt Julie & Laura talk about peer and group coaching models. Both have taken their coaching skills to work in the learning & development space to help leaders, groups, and teams grow. Listen to how they are thinking about peer and group coaching at the office and maybe for a future group coaching program they might design:Caucus & Affinity Groups (tools)What is Psychological Safety at Work?Liberating Structures - Triad ConsultingICF Coaching - 2020 Executive ReportModeling Coaching: Using “What” and “How” QuestionsWhat is Group Coaching?Coach: How does it feel to hold space for multiple people?Client: H...2021-10-0424 min
Coaching Through ItOn Being Brave & Bold as a Coach with Liz CruzOn this episode of @CoachingThruIt we are joined by queer leadership coach, Liz Cruz (she/they). Liz works with folks who want to grow their emotional intelligence skills and hone their authentic leadership style, fully integrating identities, values, and experiences. Liz’s coaching approach is informed by her deeply-held belief that each of us is inherently brilliant, and that we’re already holding the solutions we’re looking for. Her process begins with exploring the client’s emotional intelligence strengths, and how to best bring them to bear in the challenges at hand. Liz helps their clients to learn about th...2021-09-2735 min
Coaching Through ItOn Becoming a Certified CoachIn this episode of @CoachingThruIt, Laura & Julie talk about getting certified as a coach through the International Coaching Federation (ICF). We talk about the value for joining a professional coaching community and earning a credential that is grounded in ethics and principles that value the coaching practice.Associate Certified Coach (ACC) Congrats to Higher Ed Coach Training -- it’s ACTP Accredited!ICF Converge 2021 - October 26-28Become an ICF MemberOther Coach Programs Laura’s check out:New Ventures WestCo-Active Training InstituteiPEC Program Find Coach TrainingDirectory to Find a Coach and verify an ICF certified coachICF’s Hiring Tips [Wh...2021-09-2015 min
Coaching Through ItBuilding & Marketing Your Coaching Business with @WildOneRisingIn this episode of @CoachingThruIt podcast Laura and Julie welcome guest Molly Mandelberg, to talk about marketing, building your business, finding your niche clientele, and more! Molly is the Founder of Wild Hearts Rise Up, Creator of “Magnetic Influencer Collective” and also hosts two podcasts: Tactical Magic” (p.s. Laura is on Ep. 127 Transition) and Reveal the Game of Life. After spending years mastering content creation and online marketing, Molly finds her bliss in bridging the worlds of heart-centered healing and transformation, with the practical business strategies of leveraging a message into a global movement. She is...2021-09-1336 min
Coaching Through ItWhat Exactly is Executive Coaching?In this episode of @CoachingThruIt, Julie & Laura talk about executive coaching: what it is, what they are learning about it, and how it is going with their executive clients. We hope that this episode unpacks more around coaching leaders and how we’re taking what we know into supporting the specific needs and making space for these clients who are interested in developing how they work and support others. What is Executive Coaching?Understanding Leadership & Executive PresenceOwn the Room Amy Jen Su & Muriel Maignan Wilkins Coaching Real Leaders HBR Podcast hosted by Muriel WilkinsHow Women Rise by Sally Helg...2021-09-0620 min
Coaching Through ItFinding Your Coaching Voice with @IsabeauIqbalIn this episode of @CoachingThruIt, Julie & Laura were thrilled to have a coaching conversation with Isabeau Iqbal. She is a career and life coach who helps ambitious perfectionists move forward in their higher education career, without throwing their quality of life out the window. Isabeau takes a positive approach to perfectionism in her coaching -- this, she believes, is a much more kind (and realistic) strategy than wishing one’s perfectionism away! We talk about the hurdles for starting a coaching practice and how to remove business barriers like scheduling, sales, and matching these to our values. This was a...2021-08-3034 min
Coaching Through ItCoaches Need Coaching, Too!In this episode Laura and Julie CAREfront each other to recognize when coaches need support and being coached themselves. We share a bit about how and what coaches seek out a thinking partner and coach to move us forward in our own lives. Julie and Laura get real to unpack self-care and ways we seek out support for our coaching practice.3 Signs of Burnout: 1) Exhaustion 2) Cynicism or Depersonalization 3) Impact or Meaning Is LostCoaching vs. TherapyUnderstanding When and How to Refer Clients to TherapyMindsetsUnderstanding Motivational InterviewingChange Talk (example)Coaching Questions from the GROW ModelSomatic CoachingWhat is Mentor Coaching?Que...2021-08-2226 min
Coaching Through ItCoach to Coach Chat with @Katie__Linder & @LauraPasquiniWe have another Coaching Through It + Coach to Coach podcast crossover episode! In this episode @Katie__Linder (coach & coach trainer) and @laurapasquini talk about coaching skills and strengths. This is a cross-posted episode from Season 6, Episode 4 of the Coach to Coach podcast. [Direct link + transcript: https://www.drkatielinder.com/cc46/] Plus we chat a bit about the value of joining a new community of practice, the International Coaching Federation (ICF), specifically what membership offers coaches who join the club!What have you learned from coach training & the certification process?What is ICF membership all about?ICF Converge 2021 Conference...2021-08-1643 min
Coaching Through ItWho Do You [Want to] Coach?For this episode, Julie & Laura chat about who their coaching client is. Not the names or actual people, but the types of folks who find us for coaching based on the following topics, word of mouth referral, etc. We reflect on going deep and earning trust with clients, and who we want to coach as we build our practice.ICF Coaching Log [Download Excel File]What are you learning about your coaching arena?How are you figuring out your niche as a coach?What does your coaching testimonials say about your practice? How are you showing up as a...2021-08-0924 min
Coaching Through ItCoach to Coach Chat with @Katie__Linder & @JulieCLarsenOn this episode of Coaching Through It, we’re sharing a conversation with @Katie__Linder (our coach trainer) and @julieclarsen. This is a cross-posted episode from Season 6, Episode 4 of the Coach to Coach podcast. [Direct link + transcript: https://www.drkatielinder.com/cc44/] We also answer the following questions in our intro:How did you get into coaching?What motivated us to do coach training & certification?-----Want to learn more about coaching? Have a question or topic we should discuss? Let us know!Follow the pod on Twitter: @CoachingThruIt & Instagram: @CoachingThruItEm...2021-08-0241 min
Coaching Through ItQuestions to Ask A CoachIn this episode Laura & Julie continue to debunk what coaching practice is and is not. There is no shortage of self-help resources and folks who are consulting, speaking, and offering help. That being said, the land of coaching is unregulated and they might not be an actual coach. Listen to the questions we get asked about coaching, questions we ask potential clients and each other, and a short list of frequently asked questions (FAQs) to put in your back pocket if you are exploring coaching as well.What happens during a coaching session? by Chelsea Hetherington5 signs that c...2021-07-2627 min
Coaching Through ItSeason 2 Intro: Trust the ProcessAnd we’re back! For Season 2 of Coaching Through It -- we have so much to share! During our break we’ve been in a couple of other coach training courses and are learning a whole lot about ourselves in our coaching practice. This episode will introduce you to the topics and ideas ahead for season 2 of the pod.Courses from Higher Ed Coach Training:Values-focused Coaching Tools & Confronting ObstaclesHabit Building, Creating Change, & Group Coaching FundamentalsFailure to Launch (Movie)Topics we want to chat about for this...2021-07-1916 min
Coaching Through ItThe Business of CoachingIn this episode of @CoachingThruIt, Julie and Laura talk about the “business” of coaching -- specifically the nuts and bolts of how we are setting up our coaching practice diving deep into confidence, values, when we can do it, and what it means to actually launch our coaching practice as a business. Intake forms for exploring coaching and booking coaching appointments:Contact info: phone, email, mailing addressWhat do you want to explore with coaching?What are your goals, interests, and topics for coaching?What motivated you to explore coaching?Have you been coached befor...2021-01-2436 min
Coaching Through ItAsking Powerful QuestionsOn this episode of @CoachingThruIt Laura and Julie do a walk-through of what powerful questions are and how they are used in coaching practice and as a skill in life.“They help the coach and the client to seek understanding and find clarity around any issue, challenge, or topics that a client brings to the session.” Via Dr. Katie Linder https://www.higheredcoaches.com/Elements of powerful questions:They are short.They often start with “what” and “how” stems.They are open-ended.They are non-judgmental.They come from a place of c...2021-01-1727 min
Coaching Through ItMaking Distinctions & Defining TermsIn this episode of @CoachingThruIt, Julie and Laura talk about having coaching clients make distinctions, define terms, and get to the heart of the matter in a session. We chat a bit about “fillers” vs. blunt questions, and how we are thinking about defining terms and comparison when in our own coaching practice. Tools we compare in this episode -- specifically to know the “how” and “what” certain words mean to them:Making Distinctions - differentiating between two things; comparing two concepts or ideas.e.g., leadership vs. being a leader; commu...2021-01-1025 min
Coaching Through ItCoach the Client, Not the ProblemIn this @CoachingThruIt episode, Julie and Laura chat about pivoting from advising, helping, and mentoring to not be a problem-solver. We unpack the phrase we are told in our coach training: “Coach the Client, Not the Problem.” We join our coaching clients on their journey -- so we talk about our triggers that might “helper” tendency, to listen to how we are thinking about coaching clients to empower them to reach their own answers and identify their own solutions.The “How can I help?” question allows coaching clients to talk out needs & support Avoid giving the hack or solution to th...2021-01-0326 min
Coaching Through ItCoaching Practice, Observations, & Making SpaceDuring coaching sessions with peers in their coach training cohort, Julie & Laura “practice coaching” -- which is to say they coach each other on real issues to implement the structure, concepts, and techniques we are learning from our coach training course. Here are some of their observations of this coach practice and what this means when we are “observed” with our coaching instructor, Katie. We mention a few coaching tools and things we discuss during this episode:Powerful Questions Exercise/Tool from Julie: “Give Me Three Words” + Let’s make a sentence for each of the word...2020-12-2749 min
Coaching Through ItUsing Tools in CoachingSelf-Determination Theory and MotivationMastery & CompetenceRelatedness & CompetenceAutonomyCoaching tools are exercises or activities to prompt ideas, identify interests, and even prompt an open discussion during a coaching session.Why use a tool in coaching?Open up a client to a conversationEncourage a client to think deeper, beyond the surface chatHelp a client to visualize an idea or conceptDemonstrate new perspectivesOr maybe just use a powerful questionCoaching Tools mentioned in this podcast:Core Motivations (Enneagram)Powerful QuestionsWheel of LifeVisualizationValues SortWhat feels stable to you right now?...2020-12-2031 min
Coaching Through ItBonus: Happy Birthday Coach!We recorded this episode at the beginning of December to reflect on our 6 months of coaching. In this bonus episode we share season two is coming in 2021 and birthday wishes for your hosts with the most. Be sure to send your love to Julie & Laura -- digital hugs & love are welcome. :) p.s. Shout out to the local tea store: Steepologie -- we're loving our advent calendars of tea!-----Want to learn more about coaching? Have a question or topic we should discuss? Let us know!Follow the pod on Twitter: @CoachingThruIt & I...2020-12-1806 min
Coaching Through ItAll the Feels in Coaching + StorytellingOn the podcast, Laura & Julie chat about the fishbowl coaching exercise and what it feels like to coach without an agenda! Let the client lead; trust the clientRaw feelings/emotions: to dig in or not?Time in practice coaching sessionsAll The FeelsWhat happens if you recognize your coaching client needs to talk more about emotions rising or feelings coming up related to issues from the past -- we would refer out to therapy:Referring a Client to Therapy (ICF) [PDF]Coaching vs. Therapy - Referring Coaching Clients with Mental IllnessVisual r...2020-12-1337 min
Coaching Through ItCreating an Agenda & Going DeepAre you interested in learning more about coaching certification?ICF Associate Certified Coach (ACC) PathICF Professional Certified Coach (PCC) PathEmotional IntelligenceEmpathy: “I will take the train to vulnerable city any time.” ~ Julie “The open express.” ~LauraAllyshipOpenness Affinity/Identity needsWhat’s your story? (opening line or introduction)Clearing -- ways to get the things out of their head & remove the distractions before moving into the coaching sessionAsking the “HOW” and “WHAT” questions, and avoi...2020-11-2944 min
Coaching Through ItOpening & Closing Questions with StyleCoaching Opening Questions:How are you coming into our conversation today?What’s going on in your world?How are you landing into the call?What’s on your mind?What’s your story?Removing the “advising” from our coaching with the following things:Open-ended questionsQuestions without judgement Non-leading questionsAsk one question -- and let your client talkTell me more… Can you give me an example of… ?What do you mean by… ?The wandering conversationAsking more intentional and interesting questionsLeaderShapeEnd of a Session Coaching Questions: Do you think that we accom...2020-11-1521 min
Coaching Through ItWhat is Coaching?Introduction to this podcast and how we are “coaching through it” on this and future episodes.International Coaches Federation (ICF) Coach Training with Katie Linder: https://www.higheredcoaches.com/ What is your past experience with coaching?NACADA - The Global Community for Academic Advising Design Matters with Debbie Millman: Austin Kleon (interview)How do you define coaching?ICF Definition of CoachingCoach to Coach PodcastSeason 1, Episode1 - Introduction (Group C...2020-11-0140 min
Coaching Through ItIntroducing: Coaching Through itIn Coaching Through It, your podcast hosts and newly minted coaches, Julie Larsen and Laura Pasquini, bring their perspectives and insights to their coaching practice. In each episode we’ll introduce you to what coaching is -- specifically coach training, powerful questions, coaching tools or techniques, working with clients, and applying how coaching fits into both our work and personal lives. Join us for the conversation as we’re … Coaching Through It.-----Want to learn more about coaching? Have a question or topic we should discuss? Let us know!Follow the pod on Twi...2020-10-3001 min