Coaching Presence

Silence is one of the most fascinating—and often overlooked—aspects of communication. As coaches, we’ve all seen how silence can create space for deep reflection, yet it can also feel quite...

In this column "Heart to Heart with Julie", Julie Johnson MCC shares sample coaching conversations and situations to help us grow. These are real coaching experiences that illustrate common issues we...

What would it be like for your coachees, if in every interaction, you gave them your full attention and presence, and truly saw them?

More and more leaders are striving to develop a 'coaching leadership style'. But what does that actually look like? Here's a classic example of what—and what not—to do.

"I just know…" I have always been intrigued by people who seem to "just know" without being able to logically explain how they know. For example, an innovative entrepreneur recently shared that they're...

Many coaches think their priority is for their clients to have a positive outlook and a strong sense of self. If your client describes these states as desired results, great. Otherwise, focusing on having...

Last month I talked about observation as a coach superpower. This month we look at another coach superpower: the ability to embrace silence, and the stillness and clarity that can be found there. "We're...

Several years ago while on a holiday to the beautiful Big Island of Hawaii, I visited the Mauna Kea Observatory. The altitude (over 4,000 m) and isolation in the Pacific Ocean make it an ideal site for...

What would be possible for you as coach - and in your coaching - if you accessed just 5% more bold? The coaching conversation As coaches, we use ourselves as an instrument for the client's growth. And...

Coaching has evolved a lot over the years. I started coaching in the mid 90's when people were still asking, "What sport do you coach?" Thankfully we have come a long way. In all the years I've been...