Philosophy of Coaching: An International Journal’s Post

How can you be present and coach, lead or teach where your feet are today? Russell Earnshaw once wrote "Coaching is a contact sport where we constantly bump into other humans. In my experience, the best coaches are voraciously curious about psychology, sociology, pedagogy, motivation and human development.  They simplify complexity and have unwavering high standards. They put people first, they are emotionally intelligent, they practice shared leadership and are optimistic". Within sport, the research suggests serial winning coaches & highly competitive coaches are considerate coaches; not solely focusing on technical and tactical aspects of their sports, they build both emotional intelligence and cognitive flexibility to allow them to better understand themselves and their athletes as a result. But tell me how this isn't replicated in all areas of coaching, teaching or leading? Have a look through attached previously written blog post for ideas and flick me a reply or message with any thoughts you have https://lnkd.in/gyiAYCN

What is “good” coaching at business schools? Time to speak up! Coaching offers are booming - recently also at business (B-)schools. The demand is high, as is the uncertainty. Today, anyone can call themselves a coach. Nobody would accept a physician without a degree, but in coaching we seem less cautious. The teams of coaching programs at EBS Universität für Wirtschaft und Recht, and Universität St.Gallen (HSG) and HHL Leipzig Graduate School of Management have been meeting for several years to discuss the requirements for professional and responsible coaching at B-schools. A few days ago, we met again at EBS in Oestrich-Winkel to take the next step. The result is a preliminary catalog of criteria that we will make available soon. Some special features for coaching at B-schools are already emerging. In addition to the obligatory focus on values and quality, we are recommending a strong focus on theory and research. Why? Following the academic quest for evidence and rigour, we should never stop questioning the status quo. Another special criterion for good coaching at business schools is an explicit emphasis on transformative learning. In other words: Inner work is never just an end in itself, but should always be seen in the light of mindful societal impact! Stay tuned. Marie-Luise Retzmann Myriam Bechtoldt Sina Delia Röther Michael Hartman Bianca Kindig Christina Stockmann-Zipfel Clemens Söhngen Dr. Oleg Fedoseev Prof. Dr. Jana Leidenfrost Victoria Dressel Martina Beermann New Leipzig Talents Alumni Sandra Hegger

TOOLS OF THE TRADE: QUESTIONS Questioning, in coaching, is an art form. I first started seriously studying questioning in 2007 and have been absolutely fascinated and hooked by this topic ever since. I've watched countless hours of recorded coaching and therapy sessions. I've read countless books. I've worked closely with several masters of questioning. Over the years I've also taken a cross-disciplinary approach: I've studied how the most effective teachers, lawyers, salespeople, debaters, leaders, philosophers, psychologists, therapists and coaches ask questions. There are similarities, there are differences, and there are also fundamental, underlying principles that unite everything. For those of you who are brand new to coaching, or who have been coaching longer but have never studied questioning in any real depth, here is my quick overview of the main skills I notice that the most well-trained and effective practitioners ALL have in common. a) Asking questions for useful reasons (i.e. are you clear on WHY you're asking this particular question? This is the depth of your clinical, pedagogical, philosophical, psychological or expert grounding) b) Which questions you choose (i.e. do you understand, linguistically and psychologically, which question will be MORE or LESS useful and why?) c) How you formulate the question (i.e. are you aware of the subtle linguistic opportunities to direct the client's attention and self-inquiry even more precisely and effectively?) d) The order in which you ask questions (i.e. how well do you understand that questions work in groups and how strategically do you arrange the order of them?) e) How elegantly you integrate all of the above (i.e. have you studied, practiced and innovated enough to feel like you have not only the highest level of professional skill, but also your own 'voice' as a coach?) As you re-read the list above, which do you realise is your biggest opportunity for professional skills development?

✨ The Neuroscience of Coaching: Unlocking Your Ideal Self ✨ Imagine you're sitting down for a 1-1 session with your manager. You start talking about your daily struggles, the pressure to meet expectations, and the fear of falling short. This is your real self—the version of you weighed down by doubts. But then, your manager shifts the conversation. They ask about your dreams, your aspirations. What does your ideal self look like? Suddenly, the conversation takes a turn. You’re not just talking about what’s holding you back; you’re imagining the future you truly want. 🌱 This is more than just a coaching technique—it’s science. 🧠 Research from Case Western Reserve University reveals that when we focus on our ideal self, our brain responds with positive emotions, openness to new ideas, and a stronger motivation to grow. In contrast, dwelling on our weaknesses can trigger defensiveness and stall progress. So, next time you feel stuck, think about who you want to be, not just who you are. That’s where real change happens. Curious to learn more? Check out the full study here: https://lnkd.in/dwUybGHZ

Volume 3 of the Transpersonal Coaching Psychology Journal was launched at last week’s EUROTAS - Global Transpersonal Network conference hosted in Oxford by Alef Trust. Download your free copy: https://iactm.org/tcpj/ Transpersonal Coaching Psychology (TCP) can be described as the theory and practice of coaching that takes a holistic and integrative approach to support client growth and transformation. This journal demonstrates the value of TCP and illustrates how it works in practice. In her editorial introduction, senior editor Jules De Vitto writes: “What has emerged through the shared themes within this journal is that TCP stands out as a uniquely valuable approach to coaching. As highlighted through various reports, this is because it is often combined with other diverse approaches, making it integrative and inclusive rather than exclusive, furthering its capacity to facilitate full embodied transformation within individuals. The findings in these reports provide an evidence-based practice for transpersonal coaching as a holistic approach that considers the interdependent system of mind, body and spirit, including the 'beyond' personal potential of human nature.” In addition to six peer-reviewed coaching case-study reports, Volume 3 includes two important articles: 1. Post-Traumatic Growth With the Support of Transpersonal Coaching, by Jevon Dängeli 2. Applied Ethics in Transpersonal Coaching Psychology, by Hennie Geldenhuys Explore new frontiers in professional coaching - https://iactm.org/tcpj

As a member of the Editorial Board for this peer-reviewed journal, I'm very much looking forward to reading the articles I've not yet seen. They're always inspirational and cover diverse approaches to a more holistic kind of coaching. Transpersonal coaching is about so much more than reaching goals. In transpersonal coaching, we place meaning and purpose at the forefront of personal exploration and incorporate a holistic and integrative approach to transformation. In transpersonal coaching, while goals may be reached, the journey is far more enriching and can help us discover our innate source of power, well-being, and resilience. #coaching #transpersonalcoaching #transpersonal #psychology

I've got something super exciting to tell you about! You know how everyone's talking about coaching these days? Well, we've got this awesome taster session coming up that you absolutely can't miss! - whether you're already coaching in-house, - doing your own thing as a trainer or coach or - you're killing it in a leadership role, This is for you. Getting that coaching certification is a total game-changer in today's crazy competitive world. Coaching is all about unlocking potential and helping people learn. It's not about teaching, it's about guiding people to grow. So, what is this program? It's ICF accredited and it's kicking off on November 2nd, 2024. We're talking 11 Saturdays of pure coaching gold, and you'll get 30 CCE credits. This will set you up for an ICF Level 1 accreditation. Why should you care? Well, for starters, it's not gonna break the bank, but it's still top-notch, international standard stuff. We're not just doing the ICF Core Competencies, we cover some brain science, NLP, and cognitive behavioural coaching as well. Plus, you'll get to hang out with coaches from all over the world, enjoy some free masterclasses, and there's even an annual summit. But wait, there's more! We're doing a taster session on October 4th. It's your chance to get a sneak peek at all the goodies, meet the instructors, and see how we're using coaching to make a real difference in low-income areas. The taster's happening on Friday, October 4th, 2024. Set your alarms for 11 a.m. if you're in the UAE, 7 p.m. for all my Kiwi friends, or 8 a.m. if you're in the UK Don't forget to check your Time Zones here: https://lnkd.in/geNW5zJA Register here : https://lnkd.in/dafuhUkz Khadija Usman | Mehreen Ovais | SHABEEN MAZHER, ICF PCC | Rohit Bahl Grit

After 5 years away from the role, I am back as Editor-in-Chief of Philosophy of Coaching: An International Journal. A huge shout out to Dr Gordon Spence, Dr Paul Lawrence, Ana Paula Nacif and Dr Andrea Giraldez-Hayes for keeping the journal going the past five years. It's a pretty thankless task so kudos to them for all the great work they did. And for taking the journal on a trip around the world, from Canada to Australia to the UK and now back to Canada.👏 Also kudos to Tatiana Bachkirova and Richard Boyatzis who are long-standing, loyal champions of the journal. To keep the journal strong in its mission to disseminate thoughtful, well-reasoned, conceptual writing on what coaching is, how it's practiced, and how it could or should be practiced better, we are looking for great writers with original, well-researched, informed thoughts about coaching theory and practice. We are NOT looking for empirical, statistically-validated studies that prove observably verifiable facts. There are other journals for that. We are looking for smart, creative, well-reasoned conceptual writing - ideas-rich, provocative maybe, engaging, reflective and, ultimately, helpful. Some examples of what we are looking for are: - Literature reviews that bring interesting and useful conceptual thinking to our audience - Case studies that show, using narrative methods, how a particular coaching engagement went, with informed reflections on what was learned as a result - Philosophically-oriented academic papers that, using well-reasoned arguments, open us up to new ways of thinking and feeling about coaching, with implications for how we practice - Book reviews that share new perspectives on coaching as a field of research and global practice - Alternative forms of writing about coaching, that may include arts-based, phenomenological and other qualitative methods. Here are a couple of my personal favourites from the journal's archives that can serve as models of what we're looking for: Beautiful ideas that can make us ill: Implications for coaching by Tatiana Bachkirova and Simon Borrington (https://lnkd.in/g-j8p8Np) Transcending Ethical Dilemmas in Coaching and Supervision: A Model to Develop a Transpersonal Perspective by Karim Hirani (https://lnkd.in/gChyXAiS) You can find your own favourites by accessing all of the journal's archives, for free, at philosophyofcoaching.org. Please forward this email to anyone you know who is a good writer and who may be interested in publishing their work in a leading international coaching journal. And if you'd like to write but you don't know what to write about, get in touch. There are always new books in coaching that need to be reviewed.

Shout out to anyone who has written a coaching philosophy document as part of their BPS portfolio application for Chartered status. Here is a great research project that you can take part in. I am digging mine out now! #coachingresearch #coachingpsychology