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Understanding Drama in the Coaching Room, the theory
So you can have an understanding of Drama in the Coaching Room this week I will lay out the theory in a little more detail. As already mentioned Transactional Analysis has a great model called the “Drama Triangle” (Karpman 1968) as one way of exploring what Berne described as games. In Transactional terms, the interaction […]
What is Positive Psychology Coaching?
Introduction to a new series about Positive Psychology Coaching. Do let me know if you have a favourite topic you would like me to cover.
Become a Coaching Supervisor
Are you an experience Coach looking for the next step in your development. Maybe it is time to consider becoming a Coaching Supervisor.
Creating Coaching Contracts – Part 5
The importance of multi-cornered contracts What is a multi-cornered contract? The clue is in the name, most coaching contracts are not just between two people. The obvious parties to a contract are the Coach and the Client however there are often other stake holders. In simplest terms ethical professional Coaches have a Supervisor and although […]
Soft Boundaries. Creating Coaching Contracts, Part 3
Soft boundaries are one of the most common issues my students bring to Supervision. So what is a soft boundary? A soft boundary can either be a boundary that has not been put in place or where you, the Coach, allow the client to ignore a boundary.
Professionalism. Creating Great Coaching Contracts, Part 2
Ideas for new Coaches about terms and conditions with clients. How do you decide what to charge? How do you introduce a cancellation policy. Tips to help you build your business
Why do the best Coaches use a Reflective Learning Journal?
The best Coaches use a Reflective Learning Journal for a number of very important reasons and it is a sign of professionalism and commitment to good practice. New Coaches often learn how to use a Reflective Learning Journal as part of their training. It helps them to track their progress, notice patterns in their practice […]
Powerful ways of Coaching through Procrastination
Procrastination is a really common issue in coaching and life. This week Coaching through Procrastination was a theme in my Coaching Circle. For those of you not familiar with Coaching Circles, I facilitate a group of coaches to help them hone their skills. The idea is one person is a coach and someone else […]
What is a Well-being Café? How can you give a Virtual Hug to those who need it?
Learn how to host your own Well-being Cafe on National Hugging Day
What do you do when your child, dog, cat or the delivery man joins you on that video call
tips on how to handle interruptions on video calls gracefully