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I once had a Senior Executive VP ask a question about coaching: “What do you do when you’re working with someone, and know the right answer but you can tell they’re just not getting it?” My philosophy: I love hearing and being fascinated by what my clients want to do. → What I would do isn’t what you should do → What’s right for me isn’t right for you → You need to know YOU When you find yourself, your convictions, and know why you believe what you believe, then make decisions in alignment with your beliefs, confidence goes through the roof. That’s how it’s gone for me and the people I work with.

What price are you willing to pay to go after what you want? You must be prepared to: Be Disliked – not everyone will support you on your path Tell the Truth – even when it’s not what someone wants to hear Embrace the Unfairness – toughen up, buttercup… the game is rigged and that’s a fact. When you decide to pursue your highest potential, I’m here to show you the way. Book a call to discuss Executive Coaching.

Just finished the course “Coaching for Results” by Lisa Gates! Some great tips and tricks that can be used when finding out what should be done when coaching a team  #coaching.

𝐈𝐟 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐂𝐚𝐧’𝐭 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐒𝐄𝐋𝐅-𝐓𝐑𝐔𝐒𝐓, 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐚 𝐢𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠? A few months ago, I was offered a partnership as the VP of a newly organized and practically guaranteed-to-be profitable corporate coaching company. It was flattering, of course, as my years of expertise and effectiveness as a coach were what had this person want me for the position. Obviously, I didn’t take the position. While I’m sure the coaching company will do great things and help many people, I had two questions for the CEO before even going down the path to considering this role: 1. Can I put the CLIENT first in my coaching, or would I have to put the company first? 2. Would I have to filter myself, or could I be fully me? Without even a spoken word, it became a clear NO for both of us. I’m sure I’ve lost position and profit repeatedly because SELF-TRUST must come first, both for me and for my clients. #selfconnection and #selftrust are skills – they are learned and practiced. And most of the systems around you are teaching you the opposite – to bend to the will of giving away your power and sovereignty. You know more than you think you do; you have the wisdom within. Cultivate those skills of #selfconnection and #selftrust.   Love, 💛 Allison

Change the Plan or Change the goal? During my coaching sessions, it is often common to notice the client's dilemma of "them" vs "me" situation, or the "do I go-right" or "do I go left" ? What if we are curious to explore "AND" instead of "OR" What if we do not need to change the PLAN or the GOAL? Perhaps, you need CONSISTENCY, rather than CHANGE... Perhaps, you need PATIENCE, rather than PROGRESS. Can we be curious to find more options that explores your true potentials? Picture Insert: Poor cow (direct report) gets a bashing so that inflexible bear (manager) gets an award! What do you think? (Perhaps the cow shouldn't have mocked the bear....) 😁

What turns data into meaningful change? High quality coaching! One critical finding from my research into Personality Assessments and Professional Development is that the variable which has the biggest impact is the quality of the feedback session and on-going support. Great coaches help connect data with personal meaning and growth. The world of coaching accreditations can be the wild, wild west so I'll always endorse David Jenkins & Mia O'Gorman who are both expert coaches in their own right and some of the best people to learn the art and science of coaching from.

Coaching Friends + Dialogue Friends + Presencing Friends, you might find this worthwhile. Olen Gunnlaugson, PhD has been prolific in these fields, introducing Deep Performance Coaching - https://lnkd.in/debaU_Pd

I see it everyday in my coaching practice: high potential professionals showing up less then what they are capable of. Why? They’ll often say they’re just to busy, are overwhelmed, and are stressed out, to give much time to anything else. To me that’s B.S. Because, you are in control of how you show up, how you lead, how you coach and develop your people, how you manage your time, how you manage other people’s time, etc. You can deny that, but until you have worked on it, set boundaries, know how you want to lead, and do it, they are all excuses. If you need guidance to figure it all out, so you are maximizing your potential, book a call with me - https://lnkd.in/gPUwHcuN

Ever feel like you’re not enough🙀, despite your many accomplishments? That’s imposter syndrome, and it’s more common than you think. It keeps even the most talented people doubting their worth. But here's the truth💡: you’re capable, you’ve earned your place, and you don’t have to feel this way. Through 1-on-1 coaching, we can work on building confidence 💪from the inside out. Ready to silence self-doubt? Let’s talk.

Off today for an Executive Coaching session for a senior leader at an MNC. When one is seriously engaged in pursuits that one deeply loves, work becomes play. Coaching is about asking the right questions, encouraging the client to think independently and in the process, help open new doors. There are times when the client is seeing only a wall and as a result of the Coaching process, the client spots a door on the same wall. There are fulfilling moments in a Coach's life especially when the client acknowledges the positive change as a result of the Coaching process. Work is indeed bliss. Especially when one is following one's heart. So, what are you following? To read more of my writing on travel, food, and life lessons, do visit my website, www.ksramanan.com.