
Empowering Unconventional Leaders Through Coaching
This podcast episode from 'The Act of Coaching', hosted by Phil, features a conversation with Camille, an alumnus of a leadership and performance coach training program focusing on helping leaders who don't fit the conventional image of leadership. These include CEOs and founders in the biotech, pharma, and technology sectors, many of whom are navigating leadership challenges without prior experience, facing heightened scrutiny due to their unconventional backgrounds. The discussion covers the journey to coaching, the impact of coaching tools on personal and professional life, and how deep listening and refraining from giving advice can transform relationships. The conversation also delves into the importance of resilience, the journey through coach training, and how these skills benefit both professional coaching sessions and personal interactions. Camille shares her motivation to serve those in leadership positions who, like her, may not fit the traditional mold due to various reasons including their background and career path. The episode ends with an invitation for listeners interested in becoming professional coaches to explore training opportunities.
00:00 Welcome to the Act of Coaching Podcast
00:36 Introducing This Week's Guest: Camille's Coaching Journey
01:28 The Unique Challenges of Unconventional Leaders
04:24 The Impact of Coaching on Leaders in High-Stress Roles
10:11 Camille's Personal Journey to Coaching
16:21 The Transformative Power of ACT's Coach Training Program
20:15 The Ripple Effect of Coaching Skills in Personal Life
24:29 Closing Thoughts and How to Connect
May 22, 2024
25 min

Embracing Change and Self-Discovery Through Coaching
This episode of the act of coaching podcast features a conversation between the host, Phil, and a guest named Emmanuelle, a Brussels-based innovation consultant who is embarking on coaching as her third career. They discuss Emmanuelle's journey into coaching, the challenges and rewards of identifying a niche in the coaching industry, and the impact of coaching on personal and professional relationships. The conversation touches on cultural perceptions of coaching in Europe, the importance of acknowledging strengths rather than focusing solely on weaknesses, and how coaching can support individuals through change. Emmanuelle shares insights from her own experiences, including the transformative impact of coach training on her self-perception and her approach to consulting. The episode highlights the growth and development that coaching can facilitate, both for coaches and their clients.
May 6, 2024
28 min

This podcast episode from 'The Act of Coaching' features a conversation between host Phil and guest Christopher Veal, discussing Christopher's 11-year journey in coaching. The discussion covers Christopher's work in executive coaching, creating inclusive spaces, and mentoring new coaches. Christopher shares how coaching has significantly impacted his personal and professional life, offering insights into his approach to coaching, including the importance of listening, asking questions, and empowering clients. The episode also explores the evolution of coaching as a profession, its accessibility, and its potential to transform leadership and personal relationships. Christopher highlights how coaching skills have improved his relationship with his daughter and his aspirations to expand his coaching practice internationally.
Apr 18, 2024
29 min

This podcast episode from 'The Act of Coaching' features a conversation with Phil, the host, and Paul, a guest from their alumni, discussing Paul's transition to becoming a leadership coach focused on helping executives achieve confidence and clarity during life and career transitions. Paul shares his professional background, including practicing law and serving as a U.S. Navy JAG, and how his own career and life transitions led him to discover coaching as his vocation. The conversation delves into the importance of finding one's coaching niche, the process of becoming a certified coach through ICF-accredited programs, and the impact of coaching on personal relationships, especially across cultural differences. Paul's story illustrates the transformative power of coaching, both for coaches and their clients, highlighting the continuous learning and growth that comes with the profession.
Apr 5, 2024
26 min

In the 'The Act of Coaching' podcast, Phil and coach Jessica Harrison discuss her journey from marketing to coaching, focusing on guiding clients towards clarity and work-life balance. Jessica emphasises the importance of listening and inquiry, values in growth, and her experiences with the ACT Leadership program at Brown University, highlighting its leadership focus and innovative strategies like coaching archetypes. The episode underscores the transformative impact of coaching and offers ways to connect with Jessica.
Mar 21, 2024
28 min

Coaching the Leaders: A Journey with Carlon Howard
In this podcast, host Phil Askew interviews Carlon Howard about his coaching journey. Carlon, an alumnus of ACT leadership, focuses on coaching social impact leaders and executive directors of small nonprofits, particularly those from underrepresented communities. He discusses the challenges he helps his clients navigate, including imposter syndrome, and how he facilitates their shift from survival to thriving. Carlon also talks about his own experiences in the nonprofit sector and his personal discovery of coaching as a tool for leadership and human development. The episode also delves into Carlon's implementation of coaching skills within his own organization to foster empowerment and facilitate growth.
Feb 27, 2024
32 min

In this episode of 'Act of Coaching', host Phil speaks with Sarah Carlan, a graduate and alumna of ACT Leadership who works with clients primarily in the medical field. The podcast focuses on coaching techniques and Sarah’s personal career trajectory from a social work to coaching. She expresses the importance of an evidence-based approach, facilitating the development of self-compassion in her clients, and her goal to make impactful changes in the medical industry by providing early-stage training programs.
Feb 20, 2024
31 min

In this episode of 'Act of Coaching Podcast,' Phil dives deep into a discussion with his esteemed guest, Nick Kettles, who is an ACT Leadership faculty member. Nick shares his journey from the discovery of coaching, during a time his business was suffering, to becoming a leadership and performance coach. He emphasizes the contributions of coaching in his personal and professional life, particularly improving his relationships and empowering him to work with others through difficult circumstances. Nick also talks about his ideas on personal development, self-awareness and hopes for the future.
Jan 16, 2024
28 min

In this episode of 'Act of Coaching' podcast from ACT leadership, the host Phil speaks with one of their alumni, Maureen Rudell, about her journey as a leadership and performance coach. Maureen shares her experiences and insights about working with clients who are interested in making significant changes in their life and discovering their true self. She also discusses her dream of creating a program for young adults that centers on coaching and leadership development, helping them carve out a path that truly aligns with who they are. Maureen highlights the importance of listening to clients and meeting them where they are as crucial skills she learned during her coach training. She also underlines the concept of looking at future rather than being stuck in the past, and the influence of coaching on her personal and professional relationships.
Dec 5, 2023
23 min

The Act of Coaching: An Interview with Tom Collins, The Vice Chair of Pediatrics at the University of Kentucky
In this episode of The Act of Coaching podcast, host Phil Askew is joined by an alumnus of the ACT Leadership program, Tom Collins. As the Vice Chair of Pediatrics at the University of Kentucky, Tom combines his executive role with his passion for coaching, providing guidance and mentorship to help colleagues flourish in their careers. He shares his own journey and discusses how coaching influences all aspects of his life, professionally and personally. Tom credits his achievements to persistent self-belief and the support of others, reflecting on the value of coaching as a tool for personal development and empowerment.
0:00 AOC S01:E03 Tom Collins
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:36 Guest Introduction and Niche Discussion
03:38 Guest's Journey into Medicine and Academics
07:26 Guest's Personal Growth and Motivation
09:08 Discovering Coaching and Joining ACT Leadership
14:37 Experiences and Learnings from ACT Leadership Program
18:14 Exploring the Power of Somatics
19:15 The Impact of Coaching Skills on Personal Life
19:43 Coaching in Professional Career and Creating a Coaching Program
21:41 The Evolution and Acceptance of Coaching
22:15 Coaching Skills Impact on Personal Relationships
25:20 The Power of Listening and Empathy in Coaching
28:53 Overcoming Self-Limiting Beliefs and Fear of Vulnerability
31:20 Connecting with the Guest
Nov 21, 2023
32 min
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