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 ●  ..read more

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 focus on problem-solving within the context of coaching. Contrary to common belief, coaching is not just about addressing problems but finding sustainable solutions for the future.   Main Ideas: ●        Differentiating problem solving and solution finding ●        Case studies to illustrate this concept ●        Questions that promote a solution-oriented mindset   Fixing what's broken without ..read more

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 ..read more

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. Add ..read more

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 path ..read more

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 develop ..read more

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 ver ..read more

Please take 1 min to rate this podcast ! It will mean a HUGE deal to me. www.ratethispodcast.com/intellicoach In this episode of "The Power of Co-Creating SMART Goals," Maik dives into why it's important for managers to take a different approach to goal-setting with their team members. Maik explores how co-creating SMART goals, which are specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and time-bound, can lead to more successful outcomes for everyone involved. Here are some of the highlights from the episode: Refreshing the SMART goal framework The importance of using coaching skills to co-create ..read more

Please take 1 min to rate this podcast ! It will mean a HUGE deal to me. www.ratethispodcast.com/intellicoach In this episode, we explore the fascinating world of coaching and consulting, and how a coach prepares differently to an advisor ahead of meeting with a client. We compare the mindset and behaviors leading up to a session between a professional coach and a consultant, and help you understand where you might tend to be as you approach your work and the people around you that need help. We start by highlighting the difference in mindset between a consultant and a professional coach. Whi ..read more

Please take 1 min to rate this podcast ! It will mean a HUGE deal to me. www.ratethispodcast.com/intellicoach In this episode, we cover a crucial skill every leader should master - inviting disagreement. Have you ever been in a meeting where everyone seemed to agree with your boss's idea, but you had reservations? Or shared an idea with someone and wondered if they were just trying to please you? It's a common problem, and as a manager, it's crucial to create an environment where people feel comfortable disagreeing with you. So, why is it essential to disagree? Here are the five reasons we co ..read more