TCL101 - Unhelpful Problem Solving

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   E106 · 6 Sep 2024 · 12 min

   TCL 106 - Ask First then Share

   Please take 1 min to rate this podcast! It will mean a HUGE deal to me. https://www.ratethispodcast.com/intellicoach In this episode, I'm sharing something I've been reflecting on lately—how being in a leadership position can sometimes create a tricky dynamic when it comes to giving advice. When I was a compliance manager, my team often came to me for guidance. I used to think I was helping by sharing my thoughts, but now I wonder if I might have been unintentionally influencing their decisions. Main Ideas: ● The hidden dynamics when team members seek advice from managers. ● Why sharing your…

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   E105 · 16 Aug 2024 · 9 min

   TCL 105 - Avoiding the "Yes" trap

   Please take 1 min to rate this podcast! It will mean a HUGE deal to me. https://www.ratethispodcast.com/intellicoach In this episode, I'm diving into the subtle but impactful 'yes trap' in management. Imagine you're a manager offering a simple suggestion, only to find it's taken as an order, complicating your relationship with your team. Main Ideas: ● The hidden psychology behind the "Yes Trap" and why it can cripple effective communication. ● Practical strategies to offer multiple solutions, fostering critical thinking and ownership within your team. ● How to create a safe space for healthy…

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   E104 · 26 Jul 2024 · 11 min

   TCL 104 - Coaching is a helpful disturbance

   Please take 1 min to rate this podcast! It will mean a HUGE deal to me. https://www.ratethispodcast.com/intellicoach In this episode, I'm sharing a personal experience that highlights how coaching can act as a beneficial disturbance in our lives. It all started with a simple observation from my son during our daily school commute. Main Ideas: ● How a small nudge can reveal hidden details in our everyday surroundings. ● My belief that coaching is a gentle nudge that opens our eyes to new possibilities. ● Breaking through mental loops with powerful, thought-provoking questions. We often…

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   E103 · 26 Apr 2024 · 10 min

   TCL 103 - Self-Coaching for Ruthless Prioritizing

   Please take 1 min to rate this podcast! It will mean a HUGE deal to me. https://www.ratethispodcast.com/intellicoach In this episode, I'm diving deep into a powerful strategy I call "ruthless prioritizing." It's not about being harsh, it's about being strategic and intentional with your time and energy. Main Ideas: ● The surprising truth about ruthless prioritizing (it's not what you think!) ● My simple 3-step process to identify your true value drivers and ruthlessly prioritize tasks. ● How to embrace the power of focus and finally achieve that elusive sense of accomplishment. Feeling…

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   E102 · 22 Mar 2024 · 10 min

   TCL 102 - Useful Closed Questions

   Please take 1 min to rate this podcast ! It will mean a HUGE deal to me. www.ratethispodcast.com/intellicoach In this episode, I want to share my thoughts on closed questions in coaching conversations. From my experience, open questions are often preferred, but closed questions have their place too. They can help bring clarity and focus during a discussion. It's about finding a balance between exploring ideas and confirming decisions. Main Ideas: ● Closed questions in coaching ● Exploration and confirmation in conversations ● Jeff Bezos' hiring principles ● Closed-ended question for goal…

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   E100 · 19 Jan 2024 · 13 min

   TCL100 - 8 questions that make anyone more coach-like!

   Please take 1 min to rate this podcast! It will mean a HUGE deal to me. https://www.ratethispodcast.com/intellicoach In this episode, I'm going to share some handy coaching tips with you. I've got eight simple questions that can make our coaching conversations way better. Here's what we'll look into: "What do you want to talk about today?" "What's the best thing that could happen from our conversation?" "What's the thing you're finding tricky right now?" "What can you actually change or decide on?" "What's something new you can try to move things along?" "What's the first small step you…

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   E99 · 24 Nov 2023 · 11 min

   TCL099 - 6 Words - 2 Magical Phrases

   Please take 1 min to rate this podcast ! It will mean a HUGE deal to me. www.ratethispodcast.com/intellicoach In this episode, I will explore the utility of two potent conversational tools: the phrases "tell me more" and "and what else." These expressions serve the dual purpose of showcasing active engagement, promoting empowerment, and revealing concealed insights within a dialogue. I will delve into how "tell me more" acts as a tool for in-depth exploration on a particular subject, vertically digging into it, while "and what else" serves as a means to broaden the discussion horizontally.…

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   E98 · 20 Oct 2023 · 14 min

   TCL098 - What it takes to become a successful Leader Coach

   Please take 1 min to rate this podcast ! It will mean a HUGE deal to me. www.ratethispodcast.com/intellicoach In this episode, I'll discuss a topic that many of us have encountered in our professional journeys – the transition from being a manager to becoming a leader coach. You know, many folks see the appeal of this shift, but there's often a gap between where they are and where they want to be. We'll explore the reasons behind this shift and the five key elements that can help us make this transformation. Additionally, we'll discuss some common challenges that leaders may face on their…

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   E97 · 15 Sep 2023 · 13 min

   TCL097 - Boosting Growth with the Personal SWOT

   Please take 1 min to rate this podcast ! It will mean a HUGE deal to me. www.ratethispodcast.com/intellicoach In this episode, I'll share my personal experience on the power of using a strength-based approach to leadership. Initially, I treated each person in my team equally, then I discovered the value of leveraging individual talents and strengths to better help my team succeed. From this, came The Personal SWOT Model of assessing individual strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. This model helps managers understand each team member better and support individuals in their…

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    E96 · 28 Jul 2023 · 20 min

    TCL096 - The surprising way how to explore emotions in Coaching

    Please take 1 min to rate this podcast ! It will mean a HUGE deal to me. www.ratethispodcast.com/intellicoach In this episode, we discuss how to incorporate emotions in conversations using coaching techniques. We explore the three-step process of recognizing emotional shifts, sharing about them neutrally, and exploring them further. By noticing and exploring these shifts, we can deepen our understanding of others and build trust in our relationships. Main ideas: Emotions always play a role in conversations, and as coaches, we can incorporate them in a productive way. Recognize shifts in…