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Everything Life Coaching: The Positive Psychology and Science Behind Coaching

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Ep 267What’s it Like to Be a Sexuality and Kink Coach? (ft. Maria Two-Straps)

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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 approach to bringing the “taboo” topics of life to the forefront and stirring the pot of our bullshit societal expectations. Because we need more delicious spice on this planet. And I am here to help you become that." You can find Maria at Sex and Squats. 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 coach. Music in this episode is by Cody Martin, used under a creative commons license. The Everything Life Coaching Podcast is Produced and Audio Engineered by Amanda Meyncke.

Sep 8, 202333 min

Ep 266How to Create An Internal Coaching Program At Your Workplace (And Why You Should)

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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, personal meaning, and professional life coaching. Together, they share invaluable insights, ask thought-provoking questions, and provide practical advice to help you break free from stagnation and make meaningful strides in your personal and professional life. This podcast is an invitation to explore your own story and redefine your path, infused with authenticity, humor, and no-nonsense truths. Brought to you by Lumia -- The Everything Life Coaching Podcast is dedicated to offering meaningful education from real people, cutting through the noise and empowering you to make a larger, more profound impact on the world around you. This episode features music by Keshco, utilized under a creative commons license. The Everything Life Coaching Podcast is produced and audio engineered by Amanda Meyncke. Schedule a call with us today to discuss becoming a life coach.

Sep 1, 202324 min

Ep 265The Future of Coaching: AI, Authenticity, and Entrepreneurship (ft. Paul Chamberlain)

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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 branding, event/entertainment production, and pop culture to companies and industries that everyone knows. Beyond his professional accolades, Paul's journey to coaching is deeply personal, centered around addressing the emotion he has grappled with: shame. ‍To learn more about Paul's coaching practice, you can visit his website at smartfunnytortured.com. 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 coach. Music in this episode is by Cody Martin, used under a creative commons license. The Everything Life Coaching Podcast is Produced and Audio Engineered by Amanda Meyncke.

Aug 25, 202357 min

Ep 261Coaching Mastery: 7 Powerful Questions for Coaching Clients

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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 established life coach seeking fresh perspectives or you're looking to begin your coach training education --welcome to your one-stop resource for all things 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 coach. Music in this episode is by Cody Martin, used under a creative commons license. The Everything Life Coaching Podcast is Produced and Audio Engineered by Amanda Meyncke.

Aug 18, 202329 min

Ep 264Coaching Mastery: How Coaching Impacts a Distributed Workforce

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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 coaching field. Whether you're an established life coach seeking fresh perspectives or you're looking to begin your coach training education --welcome to your one-stop resource for all things 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 coach. Music in this episode is by Cody Martin, used under a creative commons license. The Everything Life Coaching Podcast is Produced and Audio Engineered by Amanda Meyncke.

Aug 11, 202329 min

Ep 231Embodiment: How to Create More Possibilities with Positive Psychology

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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 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 coach. Music in this episode is by Cody Martin, used under a creative commons license. The Everything Life Coaching Podcast is Produced and Audio Engineered by Amanda Meyncke.

Aug 4, 202327 min

Ep 259Coaching Mastery: Embracing and Redefining What “Failure” Means

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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, and powerful insights from the frontline of the professional coaching field. Whether you're an established life coach seeking fresh perspectives or you're looking to begin your coach training education --welcome to your one-stop resource for all things 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 coach. Music in this episode is by Cody Martin, used under a creative commons license. The Everything Life Coaching Podcast is Produced and Audio Engineered by Amanda Meyncke.

Jul 28, 202320 min

Ep 260Coaching Mastery: How to Give Empathetic Feedback

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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, and powerful insights from the frontline of the professional coaching field. Whether you're an established life coach seeking fresh perspectives or you're looking to begin your coach training education --welcome to your one-stop resource for all things 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 coach. Music in this episode is by Cody Martin, used under a creative commons license. The Everything Life Coaching Podcast is Produced and Audio Engineered by Amanda Meyncke.

Jul 21, 202333 min

Ep 263Coaching Mastery: How to Do a Client Intake Consultation

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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 from the frontline of the professional coaching field. Whether you're an established life coach seeking fresh perspectives or you're looking to begin your coach training education --welcome to your one-stop resource for all things 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 coach. Music in this episode is by Cody Martin, used under a creative commons license. The Everything Life Coaching Podcast is Produced and Audio Engineered by Amanda Meyncke.

Jul 14, 202321 min

Ep 262What It Means To Invest In Yourself as a Coach

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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 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 coach. Music in this episode is by Cody Martin, used under a creative commons license. The Everything Life Coaching Podcast is Produced and Audio Engineered by Amanda Meyncke.

Jul 7, 202318 min

Ep 257Do Life Coaches Really Need Certification?

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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 practice, mentorship, feedback, and business training. Lumia Coaching's ICF accredited Signature Program, led by expert instructors, is a fantastic option, designed to launch a thriving coaching practice. 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 thought-provoking questions, and provide practical advice to help you break free from stagnation and make meaningful strides in your personal and professional life. This podcast is an invitation to explore your own story and redefine your path, infused with authenticity, humor, and no-nonsense truths. Brought to you by Lumia -- The Everything Life Coaching Podcast is dedicated to offering meaningful education from real people, cutting through the noise and empowering you to make a larger, more profound impact on the world around you. This episode features music by Keshco, utilized under a creative commons license. The Everything Life Coaching Podcast is produced and audio engineered by Amanda Meyncke. Schedule a call with us today to discuss becoming a life coach.

Jun 30, 202326 min

Ep 256The 5 Best Coaching Questions To Help Others Get Unstuck

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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 challenge listeners to define their aspirations with clarity and specificity, urging them to embrace ambitious, seemingly "impossible" goals, akin to society's "prime movers." The episode dives into the importance of embracing uncertainty, encouraging a broader vision, focusing on desired feelings, and embracing change. 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 thought-provoking questions, and provide practical advice to help you break free from stagnation and make meaningful strides in your personal and professional life. This podcast is an invitation to explore your own story and redefine your path, infused with authenticity, humor, and no-nonsense truths. Brought to you by Lumia -- The Everything Life Coaching Podcast is dedicated to offering meaningful education from real people, cutting through the noise and empowering you to make a larger, more profound impact on the world around you. This episode features music by Keshco, utilized under a creative commons license. The Everything Life Coaching Podcast is produced and audio engineered by Amanda Meyncke. Schedule a call with us today to discuss becoming a life coach.

Jun 23, 202323 min

Ep 254Active Listening and How to Use Core Coaching Principles (ft. Danielle Adams-Wiltshire)

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(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 as part of the coaching process Finding the lessons inside our failures and hard times Tapping into your uniqueness as a coach Danielle Adams-Wiltshire is originally from the Jersey Shore, and she now lives in Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania. She calls herself a reformed retail banking professional, who spent more than 15 years serving in multiple service, sales, business development, small business lending and managerial roles. ‍Since the official inception of her business in 2014, she's taken a great deal of pride in successfully reinventing herself from her rise in the financial services world to her RESET as a business leader, creating her own “C-suite” with QueenSuite. Today, she works primarily with professionals looking to shine or straighten their crown. ‍To learn more about Danielle’s coaching practice, you can visit her website www.queensuitecoach.com or connect on LinkedIn @daniellenadams 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 coach. Music in this episode is by Cody Martin, used under a creative commons license. The Everything Life Coaching Podcast is Produced and Audio Engineered by Amanda Meyncke.

Jun 16, 202327 min

Ep 2585 Things Never to Do as a Life Coach

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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 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 coach. Music in this episode is by Cody Martin, used under a creative commons license. The Everything Life Coaching Podcast is Produced and Audio Engineered by Amanda Meyncke with assistance from Rithu Jagannath.

Jun 9, 202328 min

Ep 253The Science of Connection: How Freudenfreude Can Improve Your Relationships

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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 build a practice they love that transforms 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 coach. Music in this episode is by Cody Martin and used under a creative commons license. The Everything Life Coaching Podcast is Produced and Audio Engineered by Rithu Jagannath.

Jun 2, 202325 min

Ep 252Not Your Mama’s Life Coach: A Roundup of Coaching Niches That Smash The Status Quo

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In this week's episode, John and Noelle explore normative expectations set by our society and how new emerging coaching niches are out there smashing the status quo. 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 build a practice they love that transforms 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 coach. Music in this episode is by Cody Martin and used under a creative commons license. The Everything Life Coaching Podcast is Produced and Audio Engineered by Rithu Jagannath.

May 26, 202331 min

Ep 251Relational Fitness Coaching: An Antidote to the Loneliness Epidemic

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In this episode, John Kim and Noelle Cordeaux delve into the rise of relational fitness coaching and the pressing need for meaningful connections in today's disconnected world. Discover the role of communication, empathy, and active listening in fostering deep connections, and explore how coaches can help empower individuals to build authentic and fulfilling relationships. 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 build a practice they love that transforms 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 coach. Music in this episode is by Cody Martin and used under a creative commons license. The Everything Life Coaching Podcast is Produced and Audio Engineered by Rithu Jagannath.

May 19, 202325 min

Ep 250What Happens When A Coach Gives Advice (And Why You Shouldn’t)

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After coaching for more than a decade, John and Noelle share their insights into what can happen when coaches give advice. Does it help or harm? And if advice-giving isn't empowering for the client, what can coaches do instead? 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 build a practice they love that transforms 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 coach. Music in this episode is by Cody Martin and used under a creative commons license. The Everything Life Coaching Podcast is Produced and Audio Engineered by Rithu Jagannath.

May 12, 202325 min

Ep 248Coaching Framework for Self Acceptance

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In this episode, Lumia co-founders Noelle and John explore the concept of self-acceptance and how internal and external standards of what it means to be "good enough" impact our well-being. They discuss coaching frameworks you can use to find freedom and live life more authentically. 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 build a practice they love that transforms 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 coach. Music in this episode is by Cody Martin and used under a creative commons license. The Everything Life Coaching Podcast is Produced and Audio Engineered by Rithu Jagannath.

May 5, 202334 min

Ep 249Why the Workforce Needs To Train Managers As ICF Credentialed Coaches

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John and Noelle discuss insights gleaned at the 2023 SXSW Wellness Expo. They talk about the workforce crisis and a growing urgency to credential managers as ICF coaches - and what's at stake by not doing so. 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 build a practice they love that transforms 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 coach. Music in this episode is by Cody Martin and used under a creative commons license. The Everything Life Coaching Podcast is Produced and Audio Engineered by Rithu Jagannath.

Apr 28, 202329 min

Ep 247Top 4 Trends for Life Coaches from the 2023 Global Wellness Summit

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The Global Wellness Summit is one of the only organizations in the world that actually tracks data and trends around the $3.4 trillion wellness market. John and Noelle discuss the top 4 trends and why these reports are incredibly important. 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 coach. Music in this episode is by Cody Martin, and used under a creative commons license. The Everything Life Coaching Podcast is Produced and Audio Engineered by Rithu Jagannath.

Apr 21, 202329 min

Ep 246The Importance of Learning and Change as an Adult

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Do we ever stop learning? Why is learning and change important as an adult? John and Noelle discuss the experience of learning and awareness as well as how it translates into a change in behavior. 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 coach. Music in this episode is by Cody Martin, and used under a creative commons license. The Everything Life Coaching Podcast is Produced and Audio Engineered by Amanda Meyncke.

Apr 14, 202332 min

Ep 200What Coaching Is and Is Not [Part 2]

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Re-broadcast from April 2021. "That's not what coaching is!" Lots of people have lots of ideas about what coaching is or isn't. We break it down here. 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 coach. Music in this episode is by Cody Martin, used under a creative commons license. The Everything Life Coaching Podcast is Produced and Audio Engineered by Amanda Meyncke with assistance from Rithu Jagannath.

Apr 7, 202331 min

Ep 199What Coaching Is and What Coaching Is Not [Part 1]

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Re-broadcast from April 2021. "That's not what coaching is!" Lots of people have lots of ideas about what coaching is or isn't. We break it down here. 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 coach. Music in this episode is by Cody Martin, used under a creative commons license. The Everything Life Coaching Podcast is Produced and Audio Engineered by Amanda Meyncke with assistance from Rithu Jagannath.

Mar 31, 202326 min

Ep 206Midcareer Pivot: From Nonprofit Executive to Leadership Coach (ft. Charisse M. Williams)

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Noelle (CEO of Lumia) and Lumia instructor Charisse M. Williams discuss her career pathway from executive work to coaching and becoming an author. Charisse is a leadership coach, facilitator and trainer who helps individuals and teams achieve their goals and thrive. Before becoming a full-time coach, she worked in social justice organizations for 25 years on human rights, education, racial equity, criminal and juvenile justice reform issues. She has taught and facilitated workshops and retreats in settings as diverse as board rooms, college campuses and juvenile detention centers. In 2015, her personal health and wellness journey led her to become a certified yoga teacher. She now approaches all of her work through a mindfulness lens. Charisse earned her JD from Northwestern University School of Law and BA from Cornell University. 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 coach. Music in this episode is by Cody Martin, used under a creative commons license. The Everything Life Coaching Podcast is Produced and Audio Engineered by Amanda Meyncke with assistance from Rithu Jagannath.

Mar 24, 202342 min

Ep 2457 Great Coaching Questions

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Wondering what to ask your future/current coaching clients in session? John and Noelle break down 7 great questions that will get the conversation flowing. 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 coach. Music in this episode is by Cody Martin, used under a creative commons license. The Everything Life Coaching Podcast is Produced and Audio Engineered by Amanda Meyncke.

Mar 17, 202325 min

Ep 222Improv and Transformational Coaching (ft. Deanna Moffitt)

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In this episode, Lumia instructor Deanna Moffitt and Lumia CEO Noelle Cordeaux discuss improv in coaching, being a transformational coach, where Deanna started with coaching and where she is now. Deanna Moffitt helps people turn “what if” into “why not.” She elevates their experience in life and leadership through the power of their conversations, questions, and decisions. She has helped folks at companies including Google, American Express, DocuSign, Microsoft, Viacom, Marriott as well as 100's of individuals outside of the corporate world. You can find her online at deannamoffitt.com 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 coach. Music in this episode is by Cody Martin, used under a creative commons license. The Everything Life Coaching Podcast is Produced and Audio Engineered by Amanda Meyncke.

Mar 10, 202332 min

Ep 244Using Coaching to Recession-Proof Your Career

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This episode is a re-broadcast from 2021, but just as relevant today. How do you future-proof or recession-proof your career? Coaching is growing remarkably -- we go through information from the Global Wellness Summit, the Mayo Clinic and more to determine whether coaching is a viable option for an uncertain future. 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 coach. Music in this episode is by Cody Martin, used under a creative commons license. The Everything Life Coaching Podcast is Produced and Audio Engineered by Amanda Meyncke with assistance from Rithu Jagannath. Resource mentioned in this episode: Global Wellness Report

Mar 3, 202322 min

Ep 239Day in the Life: Education, Leadership and Career Coach (ft. Jen Ammenti)

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What's a day in the life of an educator, leadership and career coach? Jen Ammenti and Noelle talk all things in the education space and what Jen does in a typical day as a coach. Jen Ammenti is a leadership and career coach in both educational and non-profit spaces. She mentors transformational instructional coaches; and consults with and coaches school and district administration in systems change with a lens of equity and inclusion. She also facilitates professional development for coaches-in-training at Lumia. 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 coach. Music in this episode is by Cody Martin, used under a creative commons license. The Everything Life Coaching Podcast is Produced and Audio Engineered by Amanda Meyncke.

Feb 24, 202328 min

Ep 242Self Awareness, the Super-Skill of 2023

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Self-awareness is the most valuable skill to develop as a coach and a person -- this is how you can use it to create a better life. 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 coach. Music in this episode is by Cody Martin, used under a creative commons license. The Everything Life Coaching Podcast is Produced and Audio Engineered by Amanda Meyncke.

Feb 17, 202338 min

Ep 243Positive Psychology + Relationships (of All Kinds)

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A re-broadcast from February 2020 -- this episode focuses on the science of positive psychology and how it affects our relationships. What kind of love can we look for in all our relationships from romantic to friendship? 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 coach. Music in this episode is by Cody Martin, used under a creative commons license. The Everything Life Coaching Podcast is Produced and Audio Engineered by Amanda Meyncke.

Feb 10, 202327 min

Ep 238What Does an Executive Coach Do? (ft. Juliann Wiese)

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Executive coaching is a well-established and fascinating field -- but what does an executive coach do? Noelle sits down with Lumia instructor Juliann Wiese to discuss. Juliann Wiese has over 25 years of corporate experience in a variety of capacities including; organization development, talent management, leadership and executive development. She has worked across a wide variety of industries and sectors including health care, hospitality, manufacturing, retail and service industries, and call center environments. Juliann has provided coaching, training and consulting around the world in over a dozen countries. You can contact Juliann here. 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 coach. Music in this episode is by Cody Martin, used under a creative commons license. The Everything Life Coaching Podcast is Produced and Audio Engineered by Amanda Meyncke.

Feb 3, 202329 min

Ep 241Importance of Intersectional Storytelling in Coaching

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What is intersectional storytelling and why does it matter for coaches? 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 coach. Music in this episode is by Cody Martin, used under a creative commons license. The Everything Life Coaching Podcast is Produced and Audio Engineered by Amanda Meyncke.

Jan 27, 202334 min

Ep 237Reframing is a Major Life Coaching Skill (ft. Juliann Wiese)

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How can you use reframing and why is it an important skill? Noelle sits down with Lumia instructor Juliann Wiese to discuss. Juliann Wiese has over 25 years of corporate experience in a variety of capacities including; organization development, talent management, leadership and executive development. She has worked across a wide variety of industries and sectors including health care, hospitality, manufacturing, retail and service industries, and call center environments. Juliann has provided coaching, training and consulting around the world in over a dozen countries. You can contact Juliann here. 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 coach. Music in this episode is by Cody Martin, used under a creative commons license. The Everything Life Coaching Podcast is Produced and Audio Engineered by Amanda Meyncke.

Jan 20, 202326 min

Ep 240Life Coaching Trends for 2023

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Heavily researched and highly informative -- learn the biggest coaching trends that will dominate in 2023. 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 coach. Music in this episode is by Cody Martin, used under a creative commons license. The Everything Life Coaching Podcast is Produced and Audio Engineered by Amanda Meyncke.

Jan 13, 202338 min

Ep 229What’s it Like to Be a Transition Coach? (ft. Barb Matias Haynes)

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In this episode, Lumia instructor Barb Matias Haynes and Lumia CEO Noelle Cordeaux discuss a day in the life of being a transition coach and what that entails. Barbara is a certified coach, teacher, facilitator and an experienced business consultant. She is a Transition Coach that guides her clients through life’s biggest challenges. For almost 20 years Barbara has been a successful entrepreneur in real estate and wellness. Prior to her entrepreneurial world, Barbara had a successful corporate career in marketing for 15 years. In her most recent role, she was VP of Marketing in the Card Service Group at Washington Mutual (Chase), leading marketing initiatives to maximize credit card sales. Barbara’s entrepreneurial drive and her strong, organized and thoughtful leadership fuels her achievements in all areas that she is passionate about. She’s held leadership roles in both large and small companies including, Activision, Schwab and Washington Mutual/Chase and understands what it takes to have a successful career. 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 coach. Music in this episode is by Cody Martin, used under a creative commons license. The Everything Life Coaching Podcast is Produced and Audio Engineered by Amanda Meyncke.

Jan 6, 202333 min

Ep 236A Global View on Goal Setting + The New Year

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It's time for our New Year's episode. We're Discussing policy and the Global Wellness Summit's call for a commitment to wellness for all! 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 coach. Music in this episode is by Cody Martin, used under a creative commons license. The Everything Life Coaching Podcast is Produced and Audio Engineered by Amanda Meyncke.

Dec 30, 202226 min

Ep 234What Does Solstice Mean To You? Community + Love

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Celebrating the solstice with tradition, ritual and intention for warmth, community and love. 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 coach. Music in this episode is by Cody Martin, used under a creative commons license. The Everything Life Coaching Podcast is Produced and Audio Engineered by Amanda Meyncke.

Dec 16, 202230 min

Ep 235Empathetic Feedback: Using Coaching Skills in Your Relationships

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What is empathetic feedback? How can you use coaching in your real life relationships? 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 coach. Music in this episode is by Cody Martin, used under a creative commons license. The Everything Life Coaching Podcast is Produced and Audio Engineered by Amanda Meyncke.

Dec 9, 202238 min

Ep 228Mindfulness in Coaching (ft. Barb Matias Haynes)

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In this episode, Lumia instructor Barb Matias Haynes and Lumia CEO Noelle Cordeaux discuss mindfulness in coaching and what the Lumia classes around mindfulness look like. Barbara is a certified coach, teacher, facilitator and an experienced business consultant. She is a Transition Coach that guides her clients through life’s biggest challenges. For almost 20 years Barbara has been a successful entrepreneur in real estate and wellness. Prior to her entrepreneurial world, Barbara had a successful corporate career in marketing for 15 years. In her most recent role, she was VP of Marketing in the Card Service Group at Washington Mutual (Chase), leading marketing initiatives to maximize credit card sales. Barbara’s entrepreneurial drive and her strong, organized and thoughtful leadership fuels her achievements in all areas that she is passionate about. She’s held leadership roles in both large and small companies including, Activision, Schwab and Washington Mutual/Chase and understands what it takes to have a successful career. 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 coach. Music in this episode is by Cody Martin, used under a creative commons license. The Everything Life Coaching Podcast is Produced and Audio Engineered by Amanda Meyncke.

Dec 2, 202236 min

Ep 232Coaching vs. Therapy vs. Consulting: What’s the Difference?

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What is the difference between coaching, consulting, therapy and mentoring? 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 coach. Music in this episode is by Cody Martin, used under a creative commons license. The Everything Life Coaching Podcast is Produced and Audio Engineered by Amanda Meyncke.

Nov 25, 202223 min

Ep 233Rethinking Thanksgiving

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What does Thanksgiving mean to you? How were you taught to understand the holiday growing up? How do you understand it today? While we all can experience gratitude for the gifts of this life, how can we go deeper -- beyond the obvious? 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 coach. Music in this episode is by Cody Martin, used under a creative commons license. The Everything Life Coaching Podcast is Produced and Audio Engineered by Amanda Meyncke.

Nov 18, 202224 min

Ep 226Unconscious Bias in Coaching (Ft. Jen Ammenti)

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Noelle (CEO of Lumia) and Lumia instructor Jen Ammenti discuss unconscious bias in coaching, and the Lumia class that relates to these themes. Jen Ammenti is a leadership and career coach in both educational and non-profit spaces. She mentors transformational instructional coaches; and consults with and coaches school and district administration in systems change with a lens of equity and inclusion. She also facilitates professional development for coaches-in-training at Lumia. 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 coach. Music in this episode is by Cody Martin, used under a creative commons license. The Everything Life Coaching Podcast is Produced and Audio Engineered by Amanda Meyncke.

Nov 11, 202236 min

Ep 225Day in the Life of an Entrepreneurship + Business Coach (ft. Pam Covarrubias)

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Noelle (CEO of Lumia) and Lumia instructor and Lumia BIPOC group leader Pam Covarrubias discuss what it's like to be a business coach and how Pam's life story led her to where she is today Pam Covarrubias is dynamically skilled as an Intuitive Business Coach, EFT Practitioner, Podcaster, and Recovering Procrastinator. She primarily spends her time elevating women and small businesses by helping them grow their revenues, dismantle limiting beliefs, and develop their brand in intuitive ways, while staying true to their unique story. She utilizes her natural skills, as a highly intuitive and strategic coach to develop systems that help individuals accomplish their goals. She effortlessly blends creativity and practicality to help her clients achieve success on their terms. 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 coach. Music in this episode is by Cody Martin, used under a creative commons license. The Everything Life Coaching Podcast is Produced and Audio Engineered by Amanda Meyncke.

Oct 28, 202226 min

Ep 230How Managers Can Build Employee Wellbeing In The Workplace

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How can you build well being and psychological safety as a manager? 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 coach. Music in this episode is by Cody Martin, used under a creative commons license. The Everything Life Coaching Podcast is Produced and Audio Engineered by Amanda Meyncke.

Oct 21, 202233 min

Ep 224Diversity in The Coaching Industry: Identity, Representation and Community (ft. Pam Covarrubias)

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Noelle (CEO of Lumia) and Lumia instructor and Lumia BIPOC group leader Pam Covarrubias discuss diversity in coaching and the landscape of coaching for people of color. Pam Covarrubias is dynamically skilled as an Intuitive Business Coach, EFT Practitioner, Podcaster, and Recovering Procrastinator. She primarily spends her time elevating women and small businesses by helping them grow their revenues, dismantle limiting beliefs, and develop their brand in intuitive ways, while staying true to their unique story. She utilizes her natural skills, as a highly intuitive and strategic coach to develop systems that help individuals accomplish their goals. She effortlessly blends creativity and practicality to help her clients achieve success on their terms. 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 coach. Music in this episode is by Cody Martin, used under a creative commons license. The Everything Life Coaching Podcast is Produced and Audio Engineered by Amanda Meyncke.

Oct 14, 202229 min

Ep 227Voices from SXSW: How Has Coaching Changed You?

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Special Episode: Every year we attend SXSW in Austin, TX and provide coaching to the public at the event with students and alumni. This year, Lumia graduate Marcos Cervantes III recorded a series of interviews with Lumia students and alumni, asking them about coaching, what it means to them and the impact it's had on their lives. Special thanks to: Marcos Cervantes III, Julia Burge, Leya Aronoff, Vanessa Crues, Bryan Wilson, Barb Matias Haynes, Kelly Mulaney, Samantha Lawrence, Teresa Cano, Shawna Ventimiglia, Sarah Bartlett, Mildred Murillo. 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 coach. Special thanks to Marcos Cervantes III. The Everything Life Coaching Podcast is Produced and Audio Engineered by Amanda Meyncke.

Oct 7, 202218 min

Ep 221How to Ask Your Workplace to Pay for Coach Training

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Many workplaces are willing to invest in coaching skills for their employees. Here's our best advice on how to present coach training as a bonus for employers, and a plus for you as well. (Check out our blog on the topic, too.) 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 coach. Music in this episode is by Cody Martin, used under a creative commons license. The Everything Life Coaching Podcast is Produced and Audio Engineered by Amanda Meyncke.

Sep 23, 202225 min

Ep 223The Art of Asking Questions (ft. Deanna Moffitt)

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In this episode, Lumia instructor Deanna Moffitt and Lumia CEO Noelle Cordeaux discuss the class Deanna teaches -- The Art of Questioning, and how much impact the right question makes at the right time! Deanna Moffitt helps people turn “what if” into “why not.” She elevates their experience in life and leadership through the power of their conversations, questions, and decisions. She has helped folks at companies including Google, American Express, DocuSign, Microsoft, Viacom, Marriott as well as 100's of individuals outside of the corporate world. You can find her online at deannamoffitt.com 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 coach. Music in this episode is by Cody Martin, used under a creative commons license. The Everything Life Coaching Podcast is Produced and Audio Engineered by Amanda Meyncke.

Sep 16, 202228 min

Ep 220How to Share Ideas with People Who Think Really Differently Than You

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More and more often we are coming into contact with people who think differently and have other beliefs than us. How can we share ideas? How can we communicate effectively, lovingly and sanely? 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 coach. Music in this episode is by Cody Martin, used under a creative commons license. The Everything Life Coaching Podcast is Produced and Audio Engineered by Amanda Meyncke with assistance from Rithu Jagannath.

Sep 9, 202225 min