Coaching Confidential

Episode 24: The emotional landscape of job loss & career transition

Send us a textIn Episode 24 of the Coaching Confidential Podcast, we feature a conversation with our client Chris Rohrig. Chris comes to the podcast ready to look at a part of his recent job loss experience most of us are happy to avoid. In this session our coach, Vimla sets an extremely supportive scaffolding that we'll break down for you after the session. If you're a coach, aspiring coach, or just "coaching curious," you'll hear what professional coaching competencies we could spot in this session. And for everyone, we offer a skill to practice in your day to day life. If you've ever lost of job, or care about someone who has just lost a job - hearing this episode may unlock a way you can support yourSelf or someone else through their loss. When you listen we hope you'll enjoy hearing Chris reflect and 'extract' the gold from this loss that is critical to finding his next opportunity. Let us know what you think...Referenced in this episodeEpisode 19: How to get better at decision making featuring The Coaching Confidential Podcast client & partner Emilie Reid of Seasonal IntentionsEpisode 14: Teach, learn, love with Edwin Vega#jobloss #laidoff #unemployed #loss #transition #whatsnext #opentowork #whoishiring #whatnow #coaching #thecoachingconfidentialpodcast #humanresources #ICF #InternationalCoachFederation #Emotions #JobLoss #Networking #Identity #Relationships #Loss #Transition #Coaching #Closure #Fear #Shame #Loneliness #Excitement #Affirmations #Purpose #Belonging #Curiosity #Teamwork #Culture #Mission #Social #JobSearch #Crew #Foundation #Joy #Unemployment #Layoff #Career #HR #Podcast #CoachingConfidential #MentalHealth #Wellbeing #WorkLife #CareerTransition #JobHunt #NewBeginnings #SelfDiscovery #Motivation #Inspiration #Resilience #Growth #Change #Opportunity #FutureOfWork #WorkCulture #Leadership #Collaboration #Community #Connection #Belonging #MeaningfulWork #CareerJourney #opentowork #jobs #interview #cv #hiring #recruit #career #joblisting #jobhunt Check out our sponsor www.seasonalintentions.com If you would like to sample coaching for yourSelf, CONTACT US.If you'd like to share what listening was like for you, DROP A LINE. We'd love to hear you!Follow us on Instagram.Follow us on Facebook.Follow us on LinkedIn.#thecoachingconfidentialpodcast #coaching #podcast

Episode 23: Reevaluating Productivity Strategies: Setting Realistic Goals and Managing Distractions

Send us a textIn our latest episode of The Coaching Confidential Podcast, we sit with our client Shalani to explore the challenges of maintaining productivity in a remote work environment. Listen as Shalani, an experienced professional working in Corporate America, gets coaching on recalibrating her goals and creating a more focused work routine. Inside this episode there are great insights for anyone looking to boost their productivity! #CareerDevelopment #ProductivityHacks #ProductivityCoachingAn essential takeaway from the session is the importance of setting achievable goals. Shalini outlines her primary targets, which include revenue benchmarks and client acquisition, emphasizing the aim to achieve at least 75% of these goals. The conversation highlights a common challenge: the allure of over-ambition. Both Shalani, and her coach, Vimla reflect on the fine line between setting high goals and setting oneself up for frustration and stress.As the session wraps up, both Shalani reflects on the insights gained and enthusiasm for applying these strategies in their daily routines. They agree to check in after a month to assess progress and discuss further adjustments.For those listening with a coaches ear, be sure to tune into the post session wrap up where your hosts, Lisa & Vimla discuss some of the ICF competencies obvious in this session. Check out our sponsor www.seasonalintentions.com If you would like to sample coaching for yourSelf, CONTACT US.If you'd like to share what listening was like for you, DROP A LINE. We'd love to hear you!Follow us on Instagram.Follow us on Facebook.Follow us on LinkedIn.#thecoachingconfidentialpodcast #coaching #podcast

Episode 22: Finding Ease with Boundaries: A Journey of Forgiveness and Acceptance

Send us a textIn this powerfully emotional episode of The Coaching Confidential Podcast, certified life and wellness coach Adriana Paletta becomes the client and explores the topic of boundaries. She discusses her journey towards setting boundaries and the challenges that come with it. Adriana shares her insights on the importance of self-care, mindfulness, and the acceptance of personal growth. She also delves into the concept of forgiveness and its connection to boundaries. Join Adriana and host Vimla as they navigate the complexities of boundaries and discover the power of finding ease within them.After the coaching session you'll hear ICF Credentialed Professional Coaches Lisa DiMatteo and Vimla Gulabani discuss the session. You'll hear what it was like for the coach, Vimla Gulabani to partner with her client Adriana, in this session. You'll also hear Lisa and Vimla discuss the skills used in the coaching session as pulled from the ICF, International Coach Federation's framework for ethical coaching. Check out our sponsor www.seasonalintentions.com If you would like to sample coaching for yourSelf, CONTACT US.If you'd like to share what listening was like for you, DROP A LINE. We'd love to hear you!Follow us on Instagram.Follow us on Facebook.Follow us on LinkedIn.#thecoachingconfidentialpodcast #coaching #podcast

Episode 21: Embracing Uncertainty: The Power of Taking Action Without All the Answers

Send us a text!!!UPDATE: Our client Veronica did the thing. She made a podcast. And HERE is the link to "How to take care of yourSelf" available wherever you listen to podcasts.!!! In  episode 21 of the Coaching Confidential podcast, host Lisa DiMatteo welcomes Veronica Wolff Casey, a clinical ayurvedic medical practitioner and ayurvedic yoga therapist. Veronica shares her journey and expertise in natural health and well-being, discussing her mission to educate and empower people to live their best lives. The coaching conversation revolves around Veronica's desire to launch a podcast and the challenges she faces in getting started. Lisa helps Veronica explore what is holding her back. By the end of the session, Veronica gains clarity on her podcast's mission, and realizes that she doesn't need to know all the answers to begin her podcasting journey.Resources mentioned in this episode include:Veronica Wolff-Casey's Ayurveda & Yoga HQDr. Mona Warner's Book "Ayurveda's 3 Pillars of Health"More about the coaching session: The session highlights the importance of embracing uncertainty and taking action, even without knowing all the answers, a highly relatable topic for these modern times.One of the key insights that emerges from the session is the idea that Veronica doesn't necessarily need to know what is holding her back in order to take action. Lisa challenges Veronica's belief that she must have all the answers before starting her podcast, suggesting that sometimes the knowing comes in the doing. This notion challenges Veronica's tendency to seek certainty and pushes her to embrace the uncertainty of starting a podcast without all the answers.As the coaching session progresses, Veronica gains clarity on her podcast's mission and format. She articulates her desire to educate and empower people to live their best lives through ayurveda, yoga, food, and other modalities she has studied throughout her life. Veronica's mission is to simplify these often esoteric concepts and make them accessible to a wider audience, breaking down barriers and ensuring that anyone can understand and benefit from this knowledge.Throughout the coaching session, Veronica's fear of rejection emerges as a significant barrier to launching her podcast. She worries about putting in time and effort only to have no one listen or engage with her content. This fear is rooted in a deep desire to make a meaningful impact and serve her community. Veronica's dedication to helping others and her commitment to providing valuable content drives her fear of n Check out our sponsor www.seasonalintentions.com If you would like to sample coaching for yourSelf, CONTACT US.If you'd like to share what listening was like for you, DROP A LINE. We'd love to hear you!Follow us on Instagram.Follow us on Facebook.Follow us on LinkedIn.#thecoachingconfidentialpodcast #coaching #podcast

Episode 20: Coaching is not to solve your problems: A conversation with coach educator Shannon Kelly

Send us a textIn episode 20 of @thecoachingconfidentialpodcast, we host a conversation with a well known coach & coach educator for the Co-Active Training Institute, Shannon Kelly.Shannon discusses the essence of coaching, which is not about problem-solving but rather about unlearning and opening up to curiosity. She emphasizes the importance of deep listening and creating a space for clients to hear themselves. While problems may be discussed in coaching sessions, the focus is on the person and their inner resources. Shannon also highlights the role of the coach in managing their own problem-solving tendencies and staying present in the moment. Coaching is a transformative process that empowers individuals to tap into their best selves and live a fulfilling life.Key Takeaways:Coaching is about unlearning problem-solving and opening up to curiosity.Deep listening allows clients to relax and hear themselves.The coach's role is to point the listening towards the best parts of the client.Coaching is an improvisational process that unfolds in the present moment.The coach helps clients tap into their naturally creative, resourceful, and whole selves.Quotes:"Coaching is about unlearning problem-solving and opening up to wild curiosity." - Shannon"Deep listening allows the person to relax and actually hear themselves." - Shannon"Coaching is rerouting people and reintroducing the best parts of themselves." - Shannon"The coach's role is to point the listening towards the best parts of the client." - Shannon"Coaching is an improvisational unfolding of two people who are present." - Shannon Check out our sponsor www.seasonalintentions.com If you would like to sample coaching for yourSelf, CONTACT US.If you'd like to share what listening was like for you, DROP A LINE. We'd love to hear you!Follow us on Instagram.Follow us on Facebook.Follow us on LinkedIn.#thecoachingconfidentialpodcast #coaching #podcast