The AC Podcast

Gina Lodge, Fellow member of the Association for Coaching, CEO and founder of World View Mentor jpins our host, Simone Sweeney for this week's episode. Gina brings her wealth of experience to explain the different coach training options and coaching models. She provides insight and knowledge to help new and aspiring coaches choose the best option for themselves. Discover the difference between mentoring and coaching and the importance of community to a new coach with this informative conversation. You will learn: Why we need coaching models, the more popular models, and how they contribute The benefits of training and accreditation, and their key element Imposter syndrome for newly trained coaches - how co-coaching and community can help "Coaching is definitely lifelong learning and I think that's the really exciting thing." For the episode resources and guest bio, please visit: https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/getting-started-coaches-podcast-series-essential-skills-qualities

Welcome to a brand-new podcast series, Getting Started as a Coach, hosted by Simone Sweeney. Speaking from her own experience as a new coach in the last 12 months, Simone has created a helpful and practical series for new or aspiring coaches to guide them through the essentials of becoming a professional coach. In our first episode, George Warren, coach, trainer and podcaster, joins Simone to define what the core of coaching is, the reasons for becoming a coach, and what qualities and skills are required. George debunks some common myths, encourages coaches to embrace their imperfections, and discusses how to use the nourishing space of supervision to become a better coach. Passionate about the humanity in coaching, George shares his vision for the future of coaching and his passion for its humanity. Essential listening for any new or aspiring coaches! You will learn: The different career paths and financial considerations of becoming a coach. The value of intuition, kindness, empathy, and improvisation in building strong coaching relationships. How to find a balance between continuous learning and practical application "As a coach, you're stepping into the client's world as opposed to bringing the client into your world." For the episode resources and guest bio, please visit: https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/getting-started-coaches-podcast-series-essential-skills-qualities

In the final episode of our Coaching Women podcast series, Dr. Julie Scanlon is joined by coach Trish Brady, who specializes in coaching women going through significant life and work transitions. Their conversation focuses on mature women over 40 and the specific challenges and life questions these women face. Trish has been a coach for over 20 years and her passion for coaching mature women is clear as she shares her experience, knowledge, and skills to demonstrate the rewards of this type of coaching. They examine the societal roles and work-life balance demands placed on women, which can sometimes consume them, and how the coaching space allows them to examine what is happening on a deeper level to then create, sometimes seismic, changes in their lives. Listen as they discuss ageism, sexism, and the importance of having presence as a coach, with the ability to sit with the complexity of issues presented. Learn about "unconditional positive regard" that allows assumptions to be challenged to support a deeper exploration with a client. An inspiring end to a thought-provoking series. "It's getting the sense of who they are as a human being, beyond the roles and tasks of everyday life that often consume them at that stage of life." For the episode resources and guest bio, please visit: https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/coaching-women-podcast-series-mature-life-transitions

In this podcast episode, host Dr Julie Scanlon is joined by Professor Christina Hughes, founder of Women-Space, to explore the challenges that relate to women who work in academia. From wondering what to wear at that 'big' meeting to anxiety about menopausal symptoms; from the work of family care to the authority gap, Christina and Julie discuss how women face the weight of the world even before they have left their homes. They examine how career trajectories are different for many women and how the demands of academia and work can lead to self-sacrifice and loss of identity. Christina discusses the many benefits that coaching conversations have for women, from enabling them to simply be heard, to supporting women to flourish on their own terms. "Women generally have a 'myself last syndrome'... if you're facing two greedy institutions, your work and family, where does your own health and wellbeing go?" For the episode resources and guest bio, please visit: https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/coaching-women-podcast-series-women-academia

In this podcast episode our host, Dr Julie Scanlon, is joined by Robert Laycock, co-founder of Yes We Can Community and North East Together, aimed at developing social change leadership. In this honest and poignant conversation, Robert "walks his talk" as he shares his own experiences and discusses the importance of diversity and representation in the not-for-profit and charity sectors, particularly in leadership roles. Robert shares data on the lack of leadership diversity in charity boards and trustees and the impact this has on decision-making. He discusses his experiences in matching coaches with clients, highlighting the importance of choice in the process. They also delve into the role of coaching and mentoring in addressing these challenges and promoting systemic change. Robert emphasizes the need for more inclusive coaching practices and the importance of self-awareness and education in navigating power dynamics. This episode includes a very real call to action for the coaching industry. "We need more from the coaching industry to think about our diversity, and our comfort with not doing anything about it. We shouldn't be comfortable with that at all." For the episode resources and guest bio, please visit: https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/coaching-women-podcast-series-notforprofit-charity-sectors

In this podcast episode, our host, Dr Julie Scanlon, is joined by Coach and Diversity and Inclusion Consultant, Ellie Highwood, to discuss how to coach women and men in male-dominated sectors of the workplace and how coaching at the individual level intersects with systemic change. An ex-scientist and academic, Ellie understands very well some of the challenges faced by women in male-dominated sectors. In this interview, she shares her experiences of the pivotal moments that bring women to coaching, the overt and more covert discrimination and inequity that exists, and the importance of recognizing intersectionality. Ellie examines the role and responsibilities of coaches and gives advice on how to support women navigating an inequitable system, and how to work with male leaders to encourage a longer-term systemic change. "There can be a lot of internal pressure that women have to be strong, more perfect... a role model for younger women." For the episode resources and guest bio, please visit: https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/coaching-women-podcast-series-male-dominated-sectors

Our host, Dr Julie Scanlon, is joined by Ngozi Lyn Cole in this powerful, thought-provoking conversation discussing the importance of inclusion and diversity in coaching. Ngozi highlights the lack of representation and options for marginalized groups, emphasizing the need for coaches who can understand and relate to their clients' experiences: the value of truly seeing someone in a coaching relationship. Julie and Ngozi both share poignant personal stories to emphasize the need for greater representation in the coaching world and discuss the power dynamics and inequities that exist in the coaching space. Ngozi shares useful tips, resources, and questions that coaches can use with clients, and the important role coaches have in promoting inclusion and creating positive change. "Coaching, like many professions, is not representative of the wider society." To meet our host, listen to this live interview on LinkedIn here For the episode resources and guest bio, please visit: https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/coaching-women-podcast-series_diversity-inclusion

Welcome to our new podcast series: Coaching Women. In this episode, our host, Dr Julie Scanlon is joined by Geraldine Gallacher, CEO of the Executive Coaching Consultancy and author of "Coaching Women: Changing the System, Not the Person." They discuss coaching women in the context of advancing systemic change and achieving gender equality. Geraldine shares her experiences in coaching women and highlights the challenges they face, particularly in relation to motherhood, career progression and leadership roles. She reiterates her belief that it is about fixing the system, not the person, by providing coaching interventions earlier in women's careers. Geraldine emphasizes the need for inclusivity, and the power of engaging men in the conversation for the benefit of enriching their lives too. She discusses the role of coaches in systemic change and believes that true authenticity requires clients to have some sense of who the coach is and the perspective they bring to the conversation. Our conversation underlines her belief that a more inclusive society is achievable and encourages listeners not to lose hope in the face of what feels like the last gasps of totalitarianism happening globally. "Until we see it, we don't see, and we swallow the idea we are living in an equitable society." For the episode resources and guest bio, please visit: https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/coaching-women-podcast-series/systemic-change

Welcome to a special episode of the AC podcast where we pay tribute to our colleague, mentor and friend, Darren Robson, who passed away earlier this year, aged 50. Darren was the Global Director of the Association for Coaching, founder of the MOE Foundation and a true visionary and leader. On a more personal level, to many individuals, he was an invisible hand supporting them to be the best version of themselves. Darren was passionate about helping others find their voice and believed podcasts were a powerful medium for allowing this to happen – creating meaningful and thought-provoking content for the coaching community. This podcast has his drive, curiosity, passion, vision, and courage to have difficult conversations running through it. He knew how to connect people and brought us together as a team, a place where we know we can be ourselves and carry forward his belief in us and what we create. It was an honour to create an episode where we share clips of Darren speaking in previous podcast episodes interspersed with our reactions and experience of knowing this incredible man. Even if you didn't know Darren, you will be inspired to see the impact one person can have on others and the legacy he left behind. Those who knew him will be touched to hear his voice again and reflect on the difference he made in your own life. We were lucky to know him, and the world was fortunate to have him. Enjoy your new adventures, Darren! "If Darren was in the room, you knew everyone's voice mattered, and it was safe to speak your mind." For the episode resources and guest bio, please visit: https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/special-episodes-darren-robson-memories

In this final podcast episode of our Career Coaching series, our host, Mark Crossfield, is joined by Liane Hambly, consultant, author and trainer with over 30 years' experience in career development. This thought-provoking conversation addresses the specific professional development and continuing education that career coaches need. Learn the importance of carefully assessing which areas of professional development are most crucial for individual practice and the importance of continuous learning and reflection. Liane shares some useful models she uses and provides an invaluable list of resources (available in the AC website show notes). They also discuss the benefits of professional organizations, supervision, and peer support learning as well as the value of creating a personal professional development plan. A wonderful episode, full of practical insights for career coaches. "Discomfort is part of learning: not pleasant, but definitely the most useful." For the episode resources and guest bio, please visit: https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/discover-career-coaching-podcast-series-professional-development-continuing-education

Our podcast host, Mark Crossfield, is joined by Suzanne Penny, career coach and trainer, for this enlightening discussion about how coaches can support organizations and employees through the difficult transition of redundancy. Suzanne's coaching has been shaped by her lived experience and drives her passion to prove that redundancy can be reframed as a time of transformation, rather than crisis. Learn what outplacement is, what the process typically involves, the key challenges employees face when redundancy strikes and how to guide clients through this career transition. Suzanne also addresses the impact of the pandemic and hybrid working on redundancy practices, as well as the importance of receiving feedback and keeping a positive mindset. Full of tips and suggestions, this is a must-listen podcast episode if you are a coach or an organization supporting employees through redundancy. "How organizations say goodbye is as important as how they say hello" For the episode resources and guest bio, please visit: https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/discover-career-coaching-podcast-series-redundancy-outplacement

Join our podcast host, Mark Crossfield, in this educational conversation with Salma Shah, author of Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging in Coaching. Salma emphasizes the need for coaches to give time and space to the lived experiences of marginalized groups and to contract for courageous, real conversations. Learn why having a coach is crucial for clients from marginalized groups, who may face additional challenges in the workplace, to assist personal growth at a deep level to move someone from good to great: levelling the playing field and giving everyone an equal opportunity to succeed. Salma shares the challenges she has faced, advice for coaches, prejudice and bias in coaching, exploring identity, and the need for training and continuous development. Learn about the lack of diversity in internal coaching pools, and how this lack of representation can hinder the development of talent pipelines and the success of marginalized groups in the workplace. Every coach needs to listen to this conversation! "Coaching without diversity, equity, and inclusion is like driving blindfolded." For the episode resources and guest bio, please visit: https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/discover-career-coaching-podcast-series-equity-inclusion-belonging

Enjoy this practical and honest conversation between our podcast host, Mark Crossfield, and Accredited Master Executive Coach, Supervisor and Author, Julia Menaul, an about the ethical considerations specific to career coaching. Learn what the similarities and differences of ethics are for career coaches and how to coach in an ethical way, from the marketing of your business and chemistry calls, to contracting and the coaching journey. Julia describes some typical ethical challenges that can befall career coaches and how to handle them inside and outside of coach supervision, giving some practical examples. They also discuss the benefits of coaching supervision and the need to be truthful and honest in supervision to stay accountable and develop professionally. Finally, Julia provides some resource recommendations to help coaches stay up-to-date and deepen their understanding of this important subject. "Contracting is everything…what are you saying yes and no to?" For the episode resources and guest bio, please visit: https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/discover-career-coaching-podcast-series-ethical-considerations

Join our podcast host Mark Crossfield, in this engaging conversation with Natasha Stanley, career change specialist and head coach at Careershifters. Listen as they walk us through the process of how to successfully help clients through a career change, discussing the Careershifters methodology, techniques and community that have helped 100,000s of clients transition into new careers. Natasha emphasizes the need for clients to gain self-knowledge by identifying their values, desires, and interests and to act, test, and validate ideas in low-risk ways to discover what it is they really want to do. She stresses the importance of helping clients embrace the messiness of career change, navigate uncertainty, and celebrate the small wins. Learn how to make the process fun, surprising, and experimental for clients. Listen to learn more about the transformative power of career change beyond simply finding a new job, to positively impact one's health, relationships, self-esteem, and overall sense of self. "Being able to lead with curiosity and help participants and clients to be open to the possibility of being gloriously surprised is huge." For the episode resources and guest bio, please visit: https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/discover-career-coaching-podcast-series-career-change

In this podcast episode our host, Mark Crossfield, interviews Rob Nathan, a career coach and trainer with over 40 years of experience, about the role of self-assessment tools in career coaching. They discuss the benefits of using self-assessment tools in providing focus, managing time, and allowing the coachee to reflect between sessions. Rob shares some specific exercises that he uses with coaching clients and how he determines which assessment tool to use with a particular client or situation. Learn about the five-stage process of career coaching and the different tools used at each stage. Discover how the use of these tools to aid the coaching conversation often leads to the coachee reclaiming part of themselves they had lost. In coming for help with their career, they discover more about who they are, encouraged to take a longer-term view and a 'stretching reality.' This interesting episode provides valuable insights and practical advice for career coaches at any stage of their practice. "It's about reclaiming their own power, so that they can actually say, this is me. I'm not my parents, I am not my peers who are doctors, lawyers or accountants. I am me and I want to do what is right for me." For the episode resources and guest bio, please visit: https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/discover-career-coaching-podcast-series-self-assessment-tools

In this podcast episode, our host, Mark Crossfield is joined by coach, author and TEDx speaker, Kate Trafford to discuss how career coaches can better understand their clients' values, goals, and motivations. Kate's coaching approach focuses on identifying her client's zone of genius, which is the unique combination of strengths, skills, motivations, passions, and experiences. They discuss the importance of a discovery call and how it helps to manage expectations and scope. Learn how to elicit authentic outcomes for both a client's career and your work together, how to ensure profiling tools are used appropriately and as authentically as possible and how to help clients at any career stage find authentic inspiration. Kate also differentiates between the internal and external conflict a client may have and the different coaching approaches needed to help them move forward. Enjoy this rich and inspiring conversation and support your clients to truly understand themselves and make informed decisions about their careers and lives. "An important part of our role as a coach is to make sure, our client's goals are actually theirs and not something they were conditioned to pursue or trained to want." For the episode resources and guest bio, please visit: https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/discover-career-coaching-podcast-series-values-motivations-strengths-goals

Welcome to our fabulous new podcast series about Career Coaching. In this episode, seasoned Career Coach and host, Mark Crossfield, is joined by Associate Professor at Warwick University, Gill Frigerio. A leading expert in the field of Career Studies and Coaching, Gill explains what career coaching is and its important role in helping individuals find fulfilling work, navigate career transitions, and improve job performance. Learn the unique differences between career coaching and other forms of coaching, and the common challenges and approaches that coaches use to address them. Discover the effectiveness of career coaching and the theoretical frameworks that inform it. Gill looks at the role of technology and helps you look into the future as a career coach – making you better prepared for what's next. "You're not just doing the one-to-one work; you're facilitating learning in lots of different ways." For the episode resources and guest bio, please visit: https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/discover-career-coaching-podcast-series-introduction-career-coaching

Our informative, inspiring podcast series on Coaching Tools and Approaches comes to a close this week with this fantastic panel chat. Our host, Claudia Day, is in conversation with Coaching Psychologist, Supervisor, and Lecturer, Dr. Andrea Giraldez-Hayes; art-based Executive Coach and Trainer, Anna Sheather and Leadership Coach and Tutor using improvisation, Julie Flower, about the use of visual and expressive creative coaching approaches. They each share how they integrate their different approaches such as art, mark-making, improvisation, photography, objects and music to create a powerful and impactful coaching experience for their clients. Learn why and when they use these approaches and how they contract and maintain psychological safety, as well as the research and benefits expressed by clients. This conversation invites coaches to be brave, experience and experiment with creative tools and de-bunks the idea you have to be an artist to be a creative coach. "The unlocking and quickness of the process – that really catches people by surprise." For the episode resources and guest bio, please visit: https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/coaching-tools-approaches-podcast-series-visual-expressive-tools

In this penultimate episode of our Coaching Tools and Approaches series, our host Claudia Day is joined by Trainer, Coach and Facilitator, Michael Cahill, to talk about the fascinating topic of constellations and systemic coaching. Michael explains the importance of understanding the systems we operate in, our need for belonging and the impact of discovering who we are loyal to. Discover the main principles that underpin healthy systems that are used in a constellation approach: time, place, and balance of exchange. Learn how constellations look to the past to reveal hidden patterns of behaviour that once identified can be changed, and why using the 'wisdom of the body' rather than just rational cognitive thinking is so significant. Michael demonstrates this in an interesting live coaching demo and discussion. This episode is full of insights into behaviour and relationships, and ways to identify resources to help your clients move forward. "A constellation illuminates the hidden patterns and connection in what's going on and as soon as we see that we can do something different." For the episode resources and guest bio, please visit: https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/coaching-tools-approaches-podcast-series-constellations

Claudia Day is joined by Clinical Psychologist Dr. Joe Oliver, to discuss Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and its application in coaching. Joe explains the main principles of the ACT model, psychological flexibility, and the importance of gaining observational distance to thoughts and feelings. Learn the evidence-based benefits of ACT in coaching and how it links with other coaching approaches. Experience a live demo of the ACT approach as well as a post-demo discussion. Discover the impact of technology on coaching, including the potential future of AI coaching and the benefits of using ACT in teamwork and group interventions. Joe's insights and advice are invaluable for coaches looking to expand their toolkits and help their clients achieve psychological flexibility. "It's not about getting rid of the thoughts or proving them right or wrong, it's simply having some space so I can observe them and ask myself questions like is this workable to me?" For the episode resources and guest bio, please visit: https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/coaching-tools-approaches-podcast-series-acceptance-commitment-coaching

Join our host Claudia Day, as she becomes a coachee in a live demo, with her guest and Cognitive Behavioural Coach (CBC), Rob Willson. Listen as Rob demonstrates the curiosity and skills that help Claudia understand and find solutions for what appears a simple problem. As she discovers and Rob states, "It's always a little deeper than you think it's going to be." Following the demo, they discuss the benefits and challenges of using technology with this approach as well as how efficient CBC is when used in a group or team setting. "Our job is to filter all the knowledge and techniques we deliver and show great curiosity in our client's growth, development and wellbeing, rather than try to be too clever." For the episode resources and guest bio, please visit: https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/coaching-tools-approaches-podcast-series-cognitive-behavioural-coaching

This week, Claudia Day is joined by Dr Rob Willson, an experienced cognitive behavioural practitioner and trainer, in part one of their in-depth discussion on Cognitive Behavioural Coaching (CBC). In this first conversation, they discuss what CBC is, why and how it works and how coaches can put this into practice. As a therapist, Rob shares why he became interested in coaching and why cognitive behavioural theories and practice align well with coaching, particularly in the workplace. Learn about the research and empirical evidence that assists this approach and examples of performance situations that arise in the workplace. Discover how CBC can help, as well as what other approaches are it's 'closest cousins'. "Where is the focus of your attention? Internally or externally?" For the episode resources and guest bio, please visit: https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/coaching-tools-approaches-podcast-series-cognitive-behavioural-coaching

In this week's episode our host, Claudia Day, is joined by Medical Doctor, Coach and Coach Trainer, Dr Tim Anstiss. They discuss Motivational Interviewing, which Tim describes as "not just effective, but efficient." Tim has 19 years of experience with this compassionate, caring and person-centred approach that focuses on the belief that the client has all the resources they need to move forward, they just need help getting unstuck. Learn some of the theory and science behind MI, what the principles and processes are, and how well it integrates with other approaches. You don't have to be a coach to use this technique, but Tim knows how well it works as a coaching approach to help change people's lives. He hopes that this discussion will encourage further investigation. "Motivational Interviewing is an evidence-based conversation: over 2000 studies show it works." For the episode resources and guest bio, please visit: https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/coaching-tools-approaches-podcast-series-motivational-interviewing

In this week's informative, lively podcast episode, our host, Claudia Day is joined by clinical and coaching psychologist Dr Suzy Green, founder and CEO of The Positivity Institute, to discuss solution-focused coaching. Suzy shares her integrative approach using positive psychology, solution-focused and strength-based approaches. Learn what solution-focused coaching is in practice and hear it demonstrated in a short live coaching demo. Suzy explains the Hope Theory and why she believes it is integral to coaching. She shares the uses of a strength-based approach and provides a number of solution-focused questions to get you started. A great overview of a powerful coaching approach! "Just because we are being solution-focused it doesn't mean we're not addressing the problem." For the episode resources and guest bio, please visit: https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/coaching-tools-approaches-podcast-series-solution-focused

Welcome to another podcast episode with the Association for Coaching: helping you uncover the deep insights, knowledge, tools and strategies you need to take your coaching practice to the next level. In this week's episode our host, Claudia Day, is joined by executive coach, author and academic, and leading expert Christian van Nieuwerburgh to discuss positive psychology coaching. Learn about positive psychology coaching: the history and theories behind it, its impact, and using examples, how it can be applied in your coaching practice. Christian's passion is infectious and will leave you curious to learn more about this effective, evidence-based coaching approach. "Positive psychology is the science of optimal human functioning – human beings at their best." For the episode resources and guest bio, please visit: https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/coaching-tools-approaches-podcast-series-positive-psychology

Professor of Applied Neuroscience, Patricia Riddell, joins our host Claudia Day, to explain why it is so important for coaches to understand and apply neuroscience techniques in coaching. Patricia explains why understanding how we learn, remember, make decisions and create our own emotional responses can empower coaches to improve their practice and provide more effective coaching for clients. Learn how having knowledge of neuroscience has the power to help us persuade clients they can change, and to understand why they may not have. Enjoy listening to a live demo of applied neuroscience as our host is coached by Patricia. Improve your coaching skills and knowledge with this practical and informative conversation. "I feel if you were a coach who didn't know about neuroscience, you'd be like a mechanic who doesn't know how a car works." For the episode resources and guest bio, please visit: https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/coaching-tools-approaches-podcast-series-applied-neuroscience

Welcome to our new podcast series on Coaching Tools – invaluable information for new or experienced coaches wanting to develop their practice. In this first episode, Jonathan Passmore, Qing Wang and Yi-Ling Lai join our host Claudia Day, to share their meta-analysis research and expertise on the effectiveness of integrative coaching. Learn the distinction between eclectic and integrative coaching: why coaching practitioners need to be familiar with various coaching tools, the learning required, and how you can turn that into an integrative approach. They discuss how an integrative model supports the 'whole person:' relationships, behaviours, emotions, conscious and unconscious cognition as well as the environment and system they are in. An insightful, intelligent conversation between three experienced coaches and academics. "Cognitive, relationships, self-awareness, behaviours, emotions; no one style of coaching can work on all this." For the episode resources and guest bio, please visit: https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/coaching-tools-approaches-podcast-series-integrative-ecletic-coaching

In this bonus episode our host, Rob Lawrence, speaks to Dr Richard Hale about Action Learning. Bridging the gap between our Team Coaching series and our next series, Coaching Tools, this is a fascinating, thought-provoking conversation about a technique that can work alongside coaching and mentoring. Learn what Action Learning is, its benefits and challenges, and its relevance in tackling organizational challenges of the future. Richard explains how, unlike other learning and development techniques, Action Learning takes place in the flow of work as a way of developing leadership capability. He shares his Action Learning Question method as applied to the business and public sectors. Described as "extremely relevant" this is a conversation you will want to hear! "In Action Learning there is no learning without action and there is no action without learning." For the episode resources and guest bio, please visit: https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/team-coaching-podcast-series-action-learning

In this special episode our host, Maxine Bell, is joined by Dr Declan Woods, the AC's Global Head of Team Coaching Standards and Accreditation. Declan will be announcing the release date and lots of practical information about the AC's brand-new Team Coaching Accreditation Scheme! This is a labour of love for Declan and the many others who have worked hard to create a practical scheme, for both individual practitioners and coach trainers. Learn why the scheme was created, what it is, who it is for and how you can prepare for it. The scheme involves research and collaboration across the globe to ensure it is diverse and suitable for all. Declan shares the many benefits and explains how you can find out more. "The heart of the scheme is fitness to practice: the practical element of coaching teams." - Declan Woods For the episode resources and guest bio, please visit: www.associationforcoaching.com/page/team-coaching-podcast-series-team-coaching-accreditation

In their final session together, Georgina Woudstra and Allard de Jong complete their introduction to team coaching by discussing in more detail what change means and how that change can happen in a team coaching session. Learn about Arnold Beisser's 'Paradoxical Theory of Change' and three meta-skills that a coach can use to increase awareness and develop active experiments. If you enjoyed this series, please tune in to our next episode to hear some exciting new developments and opportunities from the AC, for all team coaches and those who are considering becoming one. Not to be missed! "How do we land that new-found awareness? Make use of it in service of change?" For the episode resources and guest bio, please visit: https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/team-coaching-podcast-series-technology-change

What does a coach need to consider in preparing to coach a team? Find out in episode five of our team coaching series with Georgina Woudstra and Allard de Jong. Using the STS model of Self (the coach), Team and Situation, they discuss what you need to consider before committing to coach a particular team. With a series of interesting questions to ask yourself as well as examples from their own experience, Georgina and Allard empower team coaches to know themselves, know their own boundaries, and be able to clearly assess whether a team understands their own commitments and responsibilities in participating in coaching. Learn more about how to evaluate the psychological safety in a team and who you are actually representing. "The art of it is us navigating the multiple stakeholders' needs and finding a way to get a clear focus for the work." For the episode resources and guest bio, please visit: https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/team-coaching-podcast-series-team-coaching-readiness

Learn about the importance of good contracting in episode four of our Team Coaching series with Georgina Woudstra and Allard de Jong. Together they explore what contracting is and talk about 'Big C' contracting which includes 'the 6 P's' of purpose, practicalities, professional, power, psychology and partnership. Georgina and Allard go on to explain the equally important 'Little C' contracting, discuss the use of Clare Pedrick's STOKeRS model and the challenges for coaches in supporting decision-making in teams as well as the various models of contracting that can be used by team coaches. Enjoy this informative and thought-provoking episode. "Too much contracting can stifle the process and too little can create problems." For the episode resources and guest bio, please visit: https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/team-coaching-podcast-series-contracting-team-coaches

In this episode, Georgina Woudstra and Allard de Jong begin their conversation identifying what a team is as opposed to a group, what competencies are, and how they create a framework for good practice. Using a Team Coaching Wheel created by Georgina, they look more closely at specific team coaching competencies, such as a 'focus on relationships in the system' and 'working with power and authority.' Using real-life examples, tools and powerful coaching questions, Georgina and Allard provide honest, reflective, and practical information to support your team coaching practice, or help you explore team coaching as something you would like to try. They highlight issues that can arise and suggest solutions in this informative, passionate conversation. "Focusing on relationships in the system is about serving the team collectively, focusing on the 'we' whilst valuing the I." For the episode resources and guest bio, please visit: https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/team-coaching-podcast-series-team-coaching-competencies

In episode two of our Team Coaching series, Georgina Woudstra and Allard de Jong take a deeper dive into what they understand real team coaching to be. They re-examine what the core of coaching is about, and look at what can happen when a coach shifts from one-to-one coaching to working with teams. Join us as they discuss the different phases that occur in team coaching and explain the Team Coaching Competencies Wheel, as well as share invaluable insights about the centre of that wheel: the philosophy and stance of the coach. You will learn more about the use of mantras that can help you stay present as a coach, the power of presence, and the use of self and active experiments. "Change happens when we help the team become more than what they are." For the episode resources and guest bio, please visit: https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/team-coaching-podcast-series-real-team-coaching

Welcome to the first episode in our new podcast series on team coaching. Our two hosts, Georgina Woudstra and Allard de Jong of the Team Coaching Studio, will be holding informative conversations to share their expertise and passion for this topic. In this first episode, they explain why team coaching is becoming a necessity in creating real change in how teams and leaders work, and why they believe it is a key part of the future of coaching. They discuss the difference between team coaching and other modalities, such as facilitation and learning and development, evidencing how team coaching is more sustainable and impactful, as well as the role of team leaders and the support team coaching offers. This a helpful podcast for team coaches, those considering team coaching, and organizations and businesses wanting to understand what team coaching can offer. "The team is not just the sum of the parts, it is more than the sum of the parts, it is the alchemy of the sum of the parts." For the episode resources and guest bio, please visit: www.associationforcoaching.com/page/team-coaching-podcast-series-team-coaching-approach

Join us for this heart-warming and inspiring conversation with our four podcast hosts of 2022: Claudia Day, Rob Lawrence, Maxine Bell and George Warren. Listen as they reflect on their experiences as hosts – what drove them to become hosts, what the experience was like and the incredible ripple effects from it. The conversation broadens out into developments in coaching that are reflected in the podcast topics as well as why podcasts are relevant, powerful (and free) learning and development tools. Will you be brave enough to accept the invite and the challenge we offer? Listen in and find out. "As a host, a podcast is a tremendously powerful self-growth tool." For the episode resources and guest bio, please visit: https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/AC_at_20-Reflections_on_our_2022_podcast_series_hosts To listen to the Technology and Innovation series with Claudia: https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/technology_and_innovation_podcast_series To listen to the Let's Make Coaching Creative serieswith Maxine: https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/Lets_Make_Coaching_Creative_Series_Page To listen to the Make Time for Marketing series with Rob: https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/Make_Time_For_Marketing_Series_Page To listen to the Conscience of Coaching series with George: https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/The_Conscience_of_Coaching_Series_Page Rob also hosted the AC at 20 podcast series here: https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/AC-at-20_podcast_series

In our final episode, celebrating 20 years of the Association for Coaching, our host Rob Lawrence is joined by the CEO and Co-founder of the AC, Katherine Tulpa and Gina Lodge, the AC Area Chair of the UK, Africa and India as they look forward to the future and the focus of the AC. They acknowledge that the world we live in is changing more rapidly than ever and the place coaching has in creating a better future. As Gina states, "Coaching is a chance for change…it changes people." Learn about the core skills that make coaching powerful, the role and development of leader coaches, and the importance of coaching youth. They discuss the optimism in coaching in being able to support Corporations, Business and Coaching Schools, and individuals. Be inspired by their passion to make coaching truly global as it becomes the new style of leadership. "To stay relevant and have future focus is good but also create that future too." For the episode resources and guest bio, please visit: https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/AC20series_Future_Vision

In this penultimate episode of our AC at 20 series, our host Rob Lawrence is joined by Geoffrey Abbot, AC Global Advisory Panel member; Ian Mitchell, Chair of the AC Northwest Europe area and part of the Supervision SIG; and Victoria Leath, AC's Head of Corporate Membership & Accreditation and Head of International Growth. Drawing on their own experiences as well as literature and theory, these three powerhouses of coaching come together in a thought-provoking conversation to discuss current practice, future directions and explore developments in coaching through an international and intercultural lens. Discover how different forms of coaching have emerged that challenge some of the traditional foundations in 'western' practices and thinking. Hear how alternative cultural frames are being applied - including indigenous perspectives challenging colonial perspectives of leadership and coaching. Learn about the increasing diversity and flexibility in the way coaching is emerging globally – culturally, systemically, and individually. "The value of meeting people from different cultures is it challenges perspectives around the idea of coaching." For the episode resources and guest bio, please visit: https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/AC_at_20_series_International_Trends_in_Coaching

This week our host, Rob Lawrence, is joined by two regional chairs from opposite sides of the world: Eva Chan is the regional chair for Greater China and Jacqueline Scannell the regional chair for Ireland. Despite coming from two very different cultures they share a common passion for coaching and connection, both locally and globally. Learn about the fascinating differences, opportunities, and challenges they both face in their individual areas. Eva and her committed team are creating an impact in Greater China, with four distinct regions and three languages. Jacqueline harnesses passion and humility to improve the quality and type of support the AC can give in Ireland. Hear about the pros of accreditation for executive coaches, the value of supervision, co-coaching and virtual coaching cafes. A wonderful conversation celebrating coaching as an international profession. "Local members in China are seeing the AC as an international organization." For the episode resources and guest bio, please visit: https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/AC_at_20_series_Connecting_Across_the_World_Ireland_China https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/AC_at_20_series_GlobalVoices3_Connecting_Across_the_World_Ireland_China

In this episode, we welcome Anita Sauvage, the AC's Regional Chair of France, and Dr. Umut Ahmet Tarakci, Founder and Regional Chair of AC Turkey. Anita and Umut join our host, Rob Lawrence to share their personal and cultural experiences of coaching in their countries and how the AC is supporting their efforts. In this warm and fascinating conversation, Umut and Anita take us on the evolutionary journey of coaching in France and Turkey over the last 20 years. Once viewed with doubt and scepticism, coaching is now legally recognised as a profession and a genuine solution to problems in the world. Learn about the personal impact coaching has had on them and how being part of the AC has helped them grow and develop as coaches. Discover the language barriers they have faced; the challenge of raising standards and ethics; the impact of AI technology as well as the importance of coaching future generations. This a valuable conversation to broaden your perspectives on coaching and the impact it is having across the globe. "The AC helps coaches grow and understand with the inclusion of cultural differences." For the episode resources and guest bio, please visit: https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/AC_@_20series_Coaching_Evolution_in_France_and_Turkey

In this podcast episode, we hear from three passionate coaches from across the AC's global community. Our host, Rob Lawrence, is joined by Sarah Tennyson, AC Regional Chair USA, East Coast; Michael Cullen, AC Regional Co-Chair Canada and Oliver Johnston, who was the AC Inaugural Chair of Ireland and is a member of the Global Advisory Board as well an AC Ireland lifelong honorary member. In this enlivening conversation, our guests discuss what makes the AC different from other coaching professional bodies. Learn about their personal journeys with coaching, what they love about both the AC and coaching, and why accreditation is such a deep and valuable learning experience. Building on previous conversations, they examine the importance of coaching supervision, the challenges coaching faces today, and what they see in the future of coaching. "I'd encourage organizations to get accredited coaches. Make sure they can do the job." For the episode resources and guest bio, please visit: https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/AC20series_Coaching_Professionalism_Passion_Purpose

Our 20-year celebration continues as our host, Rob Lawrence is joined by Hetty Einzig, the AC's Strategy Director of Publications and Executive Editor of Coaching Perspectives magazine; Ian McDermott, AC Ambassador for Innovation and Collaboration; Smaranda Dochia, Director of Digital Learning and Podcasts, and David Rothauser, a contributor to AC Group Supervision Cohort groups. As leaders in their fields, they take a deep dive into the idea that remaining a student, open to learning and personal growth, is in fact the secret of coaching mastery – making it accessible to every committed coach. Learn about how coaching has shifted from a focus on tools to including partnership and collaboration. Discover how the AC is addressing the issues of our age and is creating continuous, varied opportunities for learning and professional development for coaches across the world. A rich and fascinating episode! "True mastery means you are a lifelong learner – a journey of humility." For the episode resources and guest bio, please visit: https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/AC20series_LearningCPD_H.Einzig_I.McDremott_S.Dochia_D.Rothauser

Three incredible coaches: Jane Upton, Head of Accreditation and Standards for the Association for Coaching in Spain, Adrian Green, a member of the AC UK Regional Leadership Team, and Angela Dunbar, who is an Honorary Life Fellow of the AC, join our host Rob Lawrence to discuss their contributions to the AC and the world of coaching over the last 20 years. Learn how the culture of openness, warmth and learning opportunities at the AC has helped them develop their coaching practice and make a real difference to individuals, organizations and the wider world. They discuss co-coaching, coaching cafes, the impact of coaching on leadership, and coaching's evolution, challenges and results. Join them in this mini-coaching 'café' to be inspired on your own coaching journey. "The AC has been a window for us to have more cutting-edge tools and practices" For the episode resources and guest bio, please visit: https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/AC20series_Members Voice_JaneUpton_AdrianGreen_AngelaDunbar

Four leading coaching professionals, Jeannette Marshall, Declan Woods, Carol Whitaker and Anne Calleja, join our host, Rob Lawrence to discuss why the Association for Coaching promotes best practices to raise the standards of coaching worldwide. Learn how the AC aims to inspire and champion coaching excellence, advance the coaching profession and make a sustainable difference to individuals, organizations and society. Learn about the AC core competencies for accreditation, their benefits, the importance of coaching supervision and how that can prepare you for accreditation. The AC offers extensive support for accreditation and supervision, as well as special interest groups. If you would like to learn more about how accreditation, supervision or learning paths can help you to develop as a coach, this panel chat is an essential listen. "Our clients and our teams deserve great quality work." For the episode resources and guest bio, please visit: https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/AC20series_ExcellenceStandard_Marshall_Woods_Whitaker_Calleja

This week, two key influencers, Carol Wilson and Philippe Rosinski, join our host, Rob Lawrence to share their incredible journeys as award-winning coaches, coach trainers, and contributors to the Association for Coaching. Both are pioneers in their fields: Carol created Culture at Work leadership and coach training programmes for global corporates and Philippe is a leader in intercultural and global coaching. With over 40 years of experience between them, they generously share their key insights into the world of coaching: the challenges, changes and impact it creates. Learn why the AC's 'spirit of generosity and openness' has meant they have supported and contributed to the AC for many years. They discuss culture, vulnerability, and the future of coaching. Be inspired by their knowledge, passion, and desire to create a better world through this amazing profession. "The quality of human relationships is at the heart of coaching." For the episode resources and guest bio, please visit: https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/AC20series_KeyInfluencers_Rosinski_Wilson

The Association for Coaching Co-founders, Katherine Tulpa and Alex Szabo join our host, Rob Lawrence to celebrate the AC's 20-year anniversary. Together, they share how a seed of an idea became a reality and the vision, passion and values that drove it forward to become the highly respected global professional body it is today. Learn how the AC started, how it grew, where we are today, and what we offer our members. Katherine and Alex celebrate all the people who have contributed to the AC, the continuing pioneering and entrepreneurial spirit, and the genuine global community that has been created. Learn what sets it apart from other professional bodies, the impact the AC has had on coaching, and the ripple effects for individuals, organizations, and businesses. "We wanted the AC to be for coaching, not just coaches." For the episode resources and guest bio, please visit: https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/AC20PodcastSeries_Katherine_Tulpa_and_Alex_Szabo

Tabitha Jayne, coach, researcher and founder of Earthself, joins our host George Warren in this wide-ranging and beautiful conversation about the power and potential of nature-informed coaching as evidenced by research and neuroscience. Tabitha breaks down the reasons for biases to nature process coaching, the systemic nature of coaching itself, and why she believes redefining performance is essential in the maturation and evolution of coaching. Taking a closer look at ethics, Tabitha calls for action from coaching bodies to recognize our responsibility to support the crisis going on in the natural world and re-examine coaching competencies and accreditation. "Research shows that we can rewire neural patterns in the brain when we are in nature." For the episode resources and guest bio, please visit: https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/Conscience_of_Coaching_Tabitha_Jayne

Jeff Hull, executive coach, keynote speaker, and author, joins our host George Warren for a thorough and meaningful look at where coaching is at right now, as well as the positive evolution and potential challenges it faces moving forward. Whether you are a new or seasoned coach you will benefit from the wisdom, experience, and research-based evidence Jeff shares. Learn the role coaches have in influencing leaders to contribute to a brighter more sustainable future for us all, the ethical considerations of technology in coaching as well as the 'corporatization' of coaching businesses. Enjoy this forward-thinking and reflective conversation. "It's crucial to develop self-awareness, but what about social awareness?" For the episode resources and guest bio, please visit: https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/Conscience_of_Coaching_Jeff_Hull

Della Duncan, Renegade Economist, Right Livelihood Coach, and Podcaster joins our host, George Warren, for this rich and meaningful conversation about right livelihood coaching, systemic thinking, spirituality, and what moving upstream means for coaches. In this conversation, you will learn fresh ideas such as liberation psychology and alternative models of economics, what the relevance is for coaching, and how to bring these deeper topics into the coaching conversation. Della brings heart and connectedness into both the coaching world and the world at large with intelligence, clarity, and an optimism that will leave you wanting to know more. "Think systemically – don't feel a 'should' from it. Where can you find the joy in it?" For the episode resources and guest bio, please visit: https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/Conscience_of_Coaching_Della_Duncan

Britt Wray, Ph.D. researcher, Stanford fellow, and author, joins our host George Warren, to share her research into the mental health impact of the climate crisis as well as the obvious, but often ignored, solutions to the eco-distress that is happening worldwide. Britt encourages us to embrace the array of emotions that arise when considering the current crisis we are in. She suggests curiosity and self-compassion as doors to meaningful actions, describing this heart-centred, raw "internal activism" as the key to change. Coaches can use this approach with their clients, empowering them to participate in creating better outcomes. A challenging, informative but honest conversation. "We can be a climate activist and not have a squeaky-clean report card." For the episode resources and guest bio, please visit: https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/Conscience_of_Coaching_Britt_Wray