Podcasts by Professional Christian Coaching Today
Welcome to Professional Christian Coaching Today with Chris McCluskey and Kim Avery, a weekly podcast dedicated to informing, inspiring, and equipping Christians in the art and science of professional-grade Christian coaching. Along with cutting-edge content, you'll hear great interviews with guests such as Dan Miller, Michael Hyatt, Dr. Gary Collins, Kary Oberbrunner, Dr. Marilee Adams, Dr. Richard Swenson, C.J. Hayden and more. Our goal is to raise the standard in coaching and change the world.
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A Few of our Favorite Things (Episode #2) #425 from 2023-12-12T09:00
As the year draws to a close, we extend a heartfelt invitation for you to join us in this special episode. Together, we'll reflect on the ways God has encouraged us, the invaluable tools that ha...
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Breaks, Vacations, and Unexpected Sabbaticals #424 from 2023-11-14T09:00
Welcome back, everyone! Following Chris McCluskey's unexpected medical sabbatical, we're delighted to hit 'record' once again on a brand-new episode of the Professional Christian Coaching Today ...
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Coaching in Higher Education #423 from 2023-11-07T09:00
Leadership development is a $350 billion industry across the globe and a portion of that money is spent on coaching. In the past, access to coaching was restricted to senior leaders, b...
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How I Became an Entreleadership Coach #422 from 2023-10-31T08:00
Coaches use their skills in a number of different ways and in a variety of settings. Today, Mike Howerton shares with us how his journey of self-discovery and self-leadership led him to a full-t...
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Greatest Hits: How I Became a Coach with Kris Kelso #421 from 2023-10-24T08:00
This week, we are giving you a rare, behind-the-scenes view of what it really takes to become a professional coach. In this candid interview with Kris Kelso, PCC, you’ll hear the ups and downs, ...
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Greatest Hits: Spiritual Maturity: Finishing Well #420 from 2023-10-17T09:03
Join us for a thought-provoking conversation on spiritual maturity and finishing well, a critical aspect of life for Christians and Christian coaches. Our guest, Bryan Brown, MCC, a Global Outre...
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Greatest Hits: Becoming Comfortable in Questions #419 from 2023-10-10T08:00
As Christian coaches we spend a lot of our time asking genuinely curious, open-ended, and exploratory questions so that our clients can wrestle and discover the answers that only they can find. ...
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Greatest Hits: CS Lewis&Impacting Culture Through Coaching #418 from 2023-10-03T08:00
You are a culture-shaper. As a Christian coach, you are uniquely equipped to draw out of others “the Good, the True, and the Beautiful” that God has placed in them.
Join Chris McCl...
Greatest Hits: Spiritual Vision: A Rallying Cry for Christian Coaches #417 from 2023-09-26T08:00
What could be more important in these disturbing and uncertain times than tapping into God’s perspective, His wisdom, His plan, and His provision? Join us as Chris shares his thoughts on why Spi...
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Greatest Hits: Raising Your Standard of Professionalism with Charles Hooper, MCC #416 from 2023-09-19T08:00
Raising your standard of professionalism and changing the world requires asking important questions. What does it mean for coaches to keep raising their own standard? What sabotaging m...
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Greatest Hits: The Coaching Process #415 from 2023-09-12T08:00
As professional coaches, we are called to a world of expansive cultural diversity. In this global and multicultural context, it is more important than ever that we have a deep awarenes...
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Greatest Hits: Counselor Turned Coach #414 from 2023-09-05T08:00
Are you a counselor considering a new vocation? Have you wondered what the differences are between coaching and counseling? Then join this lively discussion between three former counselors turne...
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Greatest Hits: The Coaching Process #413 from 2023-08-29T08:00
As professional coaches, we are called to a world of expansive cultural diversity. In this global and multicultural context, it is more important than ever that we have a deep awareness, conside...
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Greatest Hits: Daring to Answer the Song Of Your Heart with Christopher McCluskey, PCC – Part 2 #412 from 2023-08-22T08:00
Welcome to an Encore of Episode 7 of Professional Christian Coaching Today in which we sit down with our show’s host, Christopher McCluskey, PCC, for part two of his inspiring story.
Greatest Hits: Daring to Answer the Song Of Your Heart with Christopher McCluskey, PCC – Part 1 #411 from 2023-08-15T08:00
Welcome to an Encore of Episode 6 of The Professional Christian Coaching Today podcast in which today we sit down with our show’s host, Christopher McCluskey, to hear his story as he has dared t...
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Podcast Sabbatical: An Important Announcement #410 from 2023-08-08T08:00
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How I Became a Coach: Maggie Meylor #409 from 2023-08-01T08:00
From stay-at-home mom to becoming a business professional to ultimately embracing the coaching field, Maggie Meylor joins us today to share her inspiring coaching journey.
The Power of Soul Care Retreats #408 from 2023-07-25T08:00
In our fast-paced and demanding world, finding moments of stillness and nourishing our souls has become essential. A soul care or reflective retreat offers a still space, a haven where we can pa...
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Executive Team Coaching #407 from 2023-07-18T08:00
Executive Team coaching is one of coaching's hottest trends. In this episode, John Ramstead, a former fighter pilot turned coach, shares about his work with leadership teams in the Air Force, Sp...
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Post-Covid Stress Coaching for Frontline Workers #406 from 2023-07-11T08:00
In the post-Covid world, frontline wor...
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Coaching Homeschooling Parents #405 from 2023-07-04T08:00
Join us today as we explore the valuable role that coaching plays in supporting parents as they homeschool their children. As more and more parents take charge of their children's educ...
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ENCORE: Brain Science for Beginners #404 from 2023-06-27T08:00
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If neuroscience seems intimidating to you, then listen in to learn why brain science is so important to coaching and how it can enhance your coaching presence. Also, glean what you ca...
ENCORE: Self-Sabotaging Mindsets #403 from 2023-06-20T23:29
Would you like to press pause on the endless cycle of hurry and worry? If yes, then tune into this extremely important podcast. Because we all have unconscious beliefs, unspoken fears, and hidde...
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ENCORE: Bringing Your Best Self to Coaching #402 from 2023-06-13T23:24
Without exception, there’s one common denominator at the core of every single coaching session you hold. It’s the most essential part of that coaching session, and it’s something you h...
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Opening the Mailbox #23 #401 from 2023-06-06T08:00
Welcome to another episode of "Opening the Mailbox," where we dive deep into your coaching questions and provide valuable insights to help you navigate your coaching journey. Today, we ha...
Creating and Using Tools in Coaching #400 from 2023-05-30T08:00
In today's episode, we're delving into the world of coaching tools and the value they bring to the coaching process. As coaches, we bring the essential core competencies of questioning...
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Using the Creative Arts in the Coaching #399 from 2023-05-23T08:00
The integration of creative arts into coaching offers a powerful and dynamic approach to personal and professional growth. By leveraging non-verbal expression, stimulating imagination, exploring...
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Global Missions: A Coach Approach #398 from 2023-05-16T08:00
Join us for an exciting episode as we delve into the Navigators Coaching ministry, where coaching is being integrated into all aspects of their global mission. In this episode, we bring you an u...
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A Few of Our Favorite Things! (Episode #1) #397 from 2023-05-09T08:00
Life can be complicated and overwhelming at times, leaving us searching for solutions that are equally complex and well-thought-out. But sometimes, all it takes is one quick tip, simple recommen...
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International Christian Coaching Day 2023 #396 from 2023-05-02T08:00
It’s time for the fourth annual International Christian Coaching Day (ICCD) which takes place on Friday, May 12th, 2023. ICCD is a day where we gather as a community to celebrate and a unique wa...
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Coaching in the Battle for Life #395 from 2023-04-25T08:00
Young women with unplanned pregnancies often experience incredible stress during this time of unexpected change. Operating from a state of panic and self-protection, it can be challenging for th...
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Mentor Coaching and Coach Supervision #394 from 2023-04-18T08:00
Raising the standard of coaching, it’s not just a slogan, it’s a way of life. And if you’re a professional grade Christian coach or thinking of becoming one, you want to be the best yo...
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How I Became a Coach: Dale Young #393 from 2023-04-11T08:00
Joining us in our "How I Became a Coach" series is Dale Young, PCC, who comes from a diverse background in IT work, corporate management, and co-founding a tech company. However, despite his suc...
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Soul Care: Seasons of Serving #392 from 2023-04-04T08:00
As coaches, it's easy to get caught up in helping others and neglect our own spiritual health. However, we cannot pour into others from an empty cup. To be effective coaches, we must prioritize ...
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ENCORE - New ICF Competencies #391 from 2023-03-28T08:00
Today, we are unpacking ICF Competency #7: Evokes Awareness. When we show up in coach mode, our primary purpose is to enable a client to draw forth things that are already in them, evo...
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ENCORE - Getting Unstuck #390 from 2023-03-21T08:00
ENCORE - Coaching Process #389 from 2023-03-14T08:00
Have you ever wished you had a map to guide you through a coaching conversation? A one-sheet snapshot capturing the delicate coaching dance that leads to such powerful results? Now you...
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Opening the Mailbox #22 #388 from 2023-03-07T09:00
Welcome to "Opening the Mailbox," where we'll be answering four insightful questions from our listeners. From ethical dilemmas to incorporating art into coaching,...
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Cultivating Values, Vision, and Purpose #387 from 2023-02-28T09:00
Discover how Focus on the Family's Counseling Services Department aligned their vision with the parent organization's goals while carving out their unique purpose. Geremy Keeton, the Counseling ...
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Align Your Life: Personal Order #386 from 2023-02-21T09:00
Are you eager to reduce stress, increase productivity, improve focus, and enhance your creativity? Join us to learn how personal order can set you and your clients up for future succes...
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Spiritual Maturity: Finishing Well #385 from 2023-02-14T09:00
Join us for a thought-provoking conversation on spiritual maturity and finishing well, a critical aspect of life for Christians and Christian coaches. Our guest, Bryan Brown, MCC, a Global Outre...
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Becoming Comfortable in Questions #384 from 2023-02-07T09:00
As Christian coaches we spend a lot of our time asking genuinely curious, open-ended, and exploratory questions so that our clients can wrestle and discover the answers that only they can...
Listening to Leaders with Pamela Mertz #383 from 2023-01-31T09:00
Whether you are a leader or a leadership coach, this episode has something for you. Join us as Pamela Mertz, PCC , transparently shares how God led her into this field and some of the key lesson...
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Coaching Work Teams with Helen Mitchell #382 from 2023-01-24T09:00
Team coaching is one of the fastest-growing disciplines in our profession and an area that the ICF is now offering advanced certification in. Why? Team coaching helps teams establish an inspirin...
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Group Coaching: Setting the Stage for Impact #381 from 2023-01-17T09:00
Group coaching creates a powerful and supportive environment where participants can learn from one another, gain new perspe...
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How I Became a Coach with Linda Hedberg #380 from 2023-01-10T09:00
It's easy to get discouraged when we're faced with challenges or setbacks in our journey. To start to question our abilities or wonder if we're on the right path....
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Soul Care: Serving From a Full Cup #379 from 2023-01-03T09:00
As coaches, we are often focused on helping others, but it is important to remember that we also need to take care of ourselves. In this episode, we will explore ...
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ENCORE - Celebrating Our Differences #378 from 2022-12-27T09:00
Warning: after you press “play,” you’ll be transformed.
Tune in to hear what is perhaps the most powerful presentati...
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ENCORE - Being Where You Are #377 from 2022-12-20T09:00
Being where you are is tough when your personal vision is in the midst of turmoil. Can you relate? It’s easy to become disoriented, discouraged, and paralyzed. Bu...
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ENCORE - Diversified Coach Michael McGreevy #376 from 2022-12-13T09:00
Are you a multi-passionate coach? An entrepreneur who wants to define yourself by just one role? Today, our guest, Coach Michael McGreevy, will share how he has m...
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Opening the Mailbox #21 #375 from 2022-12-06T09:00
Whether your questions are intensely practical or deeply philosophical and theological, this Opening the Mailbox...
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All Coaching is Cross-Cultural Coaching #374 from 2022-11-29T09:00
Everything we do as coaches, no matter who we serve, is cross-cultural. As the saying goes, we don’t see things as they...
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Coaching Through Life Transitions #373 from 2022-11-22T09:00
Transitions are a part of all our lives, but they bring many challenges and questions: “Am I still valuable? What is my role? What are my choices? Where do I belong?” ...
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Connecting Christian Coaches Worldwide #372 from 2022-11-15T09:00
Connection, we all long for it, and yet it can be hard to find. So, we have good news for you
today. In this special episode, we not only inform and inspire you to make deeper conn...
The African Christian Coaching Movement #371 from 2022-11-08T09:00
The Christian Coaching movement is growing all over the globe, and in
today’s episode, we get to hear first-h...
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Lead Like it Matters to God #370 from 2022-11-01T08:00
In a success-driven world focused on outcomes and results, coaching
helps clients live and lead in a different way. In a new book, Lead Like it
Matters to God, Richard Stearns, For...
Coaching Mastery with Brent O’Bannon, MCC #369 from 2022-10-25T08:00
Imagine a coaching session when absolutely nothing is wasted, where every word and every moment builds on the next. Wouldn’t it be wonderful if you could hear a coach responding to the entirety ...
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Do what matters with Teresa Mccloy #368 from 2022-10-18T08:00
We all want to do what matters. To go beyond productivity to investing in the people and things that matter most. But that’s much easier said than done. In this episode, the author and coach Ter...
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How I Became a Coach with Scott Frickenstein #367 from 2022-10-11T08:00
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Core Values in Action #366 from 2022-10-04T08:00
Values undergird everything we do as coaches. But like many broad themes, the temptation is to talk about values in a theoretical or philosophical way without understanding how they play out in ...
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ENCORE - Power of Choice #365 from 2022-09-27T08:00:41
If you want to transform lives through sharing hope, skills, and encouragement so you and others can move from success to significance to legacy, then tune in to hear from Tom Ziglar, a world-c...
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ENCORE - Fully Sustainable Coaching Practice #364 from 2022-09-20T08:00:12
Sound pretentious? It’s not an oversell. It’s valid. One year after becoming an “adjunctpreneur” one man sought to replace his regular income with coaching inc...
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ENCORE - Living Coaching Lifestyle #363 from 2022-09-13T08:00:15
Living the coaching lifestyle affords you the freedom, flexibility, and ability to live the life you want to live. Today, we’ve got 4 seasoned professionals who are eager to share the ins and ou...
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Opening the Mailbox #20 #362 from 2022-09-06T08:00:56
This week we are opening the mailbox to answer these great questions. How is coaching different than discipling? When writing copy for your website, what’s the most effective way to describe you...
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Keys to Keeping Your Brain Healthy with Charles Stone #361 from 2022-08-30T08:00:33
What happens to our brains as we age? The facts are sobering. And while Scripture assures us that we can grow ...
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Right People. Right Places. Right Time #360 from 2022-08-23T08:00:27
We are living in uncertain times and walking through uncharted territory. ...
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Coaching Mastery with Todd Kemp, MCC #359 from 2022-08-16T08:00:20
Don’t miss this rare opportunity to be a “fly on the wall” during a truly masterful coaching session. For the first time...
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Increasing Your EQ with Kelli Porcaro #358 from 2022-08-09T08:00:58
Our world is experiencing massive change, and with that change the need for emotionally intelligent coaches and leade...
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Coaching Couples to be a Winning Team #357 from 2022-08-02T08:00:26
A great marriage involves teamwork...
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Becoming an Internal Coach #356 from 2022-07-26T08:00:04
Internal coaching is growing, and it’s helping companies and ministries build strong lea...
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Strengths-Based Leadership and Teamwork #355 from 2022-07-19T08:00:57
Imagine how excited your clients would be if you helped them add an extra eight hours of productivity to each month. What ...
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The Best Client is the One You Already Have #354 from 2022-07-12T08:00:04
If you’re getting tired of always looking for your next client, you’ll be delighted to learn that your best new client is the one you already have. In today’s episode, you’ll hear five key reaso...
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How I Became a Coach with Todd Kemp #353 from 2022-07-05T08:00:10
Whether you’re an experienced coach, new to the field, or just pondering the possibilities, you’ll be encouraged and cha...
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Mission Critical Leadership #352 from 2022-06-28T08:00:55
Now, more than ever, we need leaders who can lead in all
directions. Leaders who can lead in ministry and in the
marketplace, during our very volatile, uncertain, complex,
a...
Thriving in a Virtual World #351 from 2022-06-21T08:00:56
Love it or hate, the world has gone virtual. Today’s guest, Jennifer Britton, author of Reconnecting Workspaces, is here to help us navigate these ever-changing v...
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Money Mindsets&the Christian Coach #350 from 2022-06-14T08:00:15
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Opening the Mailbox 19 #349 from 2022-06-06T09:00:24
In this powerful episode of Opening the Mailbox, we are taking a deep dive into two imp...
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Coaching Athletes: Cultivating Growth Mindset #348 from 2022-05-31T08:00
Winning in sports takes more than physical conditioning and mastering a few technical skills. True success comes from the inside out. In today’s episode, Life Coach Erica Vinson share...
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How I Became a Coach with Kris Kelso #347 from 2022-05-24T08:00:28
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Entrepreneurship 101 with Paul Klein #346 from 2022-05-17T08:00:18
For many, entrepreneurship provides the ideal route for coaches to choose their own schedul...
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International Christian Coaching Day #345 from 2022-05-10T08:00:38
Do you long to grow your impact as a Christian Coach? If so, we have exciting news for you today! The 3rd Annual International Christian Coaching Da...
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The Discipline of Celebration #344 from 2022-05-03T08:00:52
In our always-on culture, it’s easy for coaches and their clients to become so focused o...
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Coaching in Higher Education #343 from 2022-04-26T08:00:59
Leadership development is a $350 billion industry across the globe and a portion of...
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Business Network International (BNI): Is it Right for You? #342 from 2022-04-19T08:00:36
Business Network International is the world’s leading business referral organization with ...
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Diversity, Equity, Inclusive, and Justice (DEIJ) in Coaching #341 from 2022-04-12T08:00:46
Christian coaches bring an important voice to the table when it comes to the cultural c...
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How I Became an EntreLeadership Coach #340 from 2022-04-05T08:00:48
Coaches use their skills in a number of different ways and in a variety of s...
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ENCORE – Why Get Certified? #339 from 2022-03-29T08:00:47
Do you have questions about certification as a coach? You’re not alone. Understanding and obt...
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ENCORE - Good Grief #338 from 2022-03-22T08:00:08
In this world, both we and our clients will face sorrow and loss. While gr...
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ENCORE Excellence Wins: An Interview with Horst Schultze #337 from 2022-03-15T08:00:37
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Opening the Mailbox #18 #336 from 2022-03-08T09:00:04
We're wrapping up another exciting season and eager to answer your questions...
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A Massive Niche Switch: An Interview with Kim Avery #335 from 2022-03-01T09:00
Life rarely unfolds in a linear fashion, and choosing a niche is no exception. The path to clarity often comes as a result of listening to God, obed...
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Bringing Your Best Self to Coaching #334 from 2022-02-22T09:00:31
Without exception, there’s one common denominator at the core of every single coaching session you hold. It’s the most essential part of that coachi...
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Equipping Christians for Kingdom Purpose in Their Work #333 from 2022-02-15T09:00:38
As adults, we spend the majority of our waking hours at work. Yet, this is o...
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New ICF Competencies #8 Facilitates Client Growth #231 from 2022-02-01T09:00:15
Coaching consistently brings new and fresh...
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Self-Sabotaging Mindsets #230 from 2022-01-25T09:00
Would you like to press pause on the endless cycle of hurry and worry? If ye...
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A Coach Approach to Crisis Pregnancy Work #229 from 2022-01-18T09:00
Pregnancy Resource Centers around the world are discovering that taking a c...
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Brain Science for Beginners #328 from 2022-01-11T09:00
If neuroscience seems intimidating to you, then listen in to learn why brain...
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Creating a Coaching Culture in Cru with Bob Tiede #327 from 2022-01-04T09:00
Great coaches ask great questions, and so d...
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Organizational Change in a Changing World #326 from 2021-12-28T09:00
The speed of change progresses constantly. Our world accelerates daily. Change is inevitable. But organizations can a...
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Personal Change in a Changing World with Steve Greer #325 from 2021-12-21T09:00
Nothing is permanent in this world except change. If we want to be effective in coaching our clients, we have to self-lead and become agents of change. In this episode you'll not only learn how ...
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CS Lewis on Renewing Your Mind in Troubled Times #324 from 2021-12-14T17:00
In this episode, we're setting aside shop talk to focus on who we are and Whose we are in Christ. If there's ever been a time to renew your mind, then it's now. In these troubled times. CS Lewis...
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Opening the Mailbox #17 #323 from 2021-12-07T09:00
We're opening the mailbox for the 17th time here during this holiday season...
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Opening the Mailbox #17 #323 from 2021-12-07T09:00
We're opening the mailbox for the 17th time here during this holiday season...
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If Jesus Gave a TED Talk #322 from 2021-11-30T09:00
When you speak, teach, or present in front of a group, you want your points to stick. Lessons to b...
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The Catholic Coaching Movement with Lisa Mladinich #321 from 2021-11-23T09:00
Coaching is gaining a foothold in the Catholic church. Once the distinctio...
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Crucible Leadership with Warwick Fairfax #320 from 2021-11-16T09:00
Sometimes as a leader, instead of soaring high, we crash and burn, and fac...
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Creating a Coaching Culture in an Organization - IRS #319 from 2021-11-09T09:00
You know that coaching has gone mainstream; but did you know that it's part ...
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Money Mindsets and the Christian Coach #318 from 2021-11-02T08:00
“What should I charge?” “I feel so awkward quoting my fees,” “Is it right ...
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Coaching for Abundance, Impact&Freedom #317 from 2021-10-26T08:00
Are you ready to help your clients move their ideas and dreams into reality? Cultivate a life of abundance, impact, and freedom? Tune in as coach an...
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The Diversified Coach with Michael McGreevy #316 from 2021-10-19T08:00
Are you a multi-passionate coach? An entrepreneur who wants to define yourself by jus...
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The Diversified Coach with Michael McGreevy #316 from 2021-10-19T08:00
Are you a multi-passionate coach? An entrepreneur who wants to define yourself by jus...
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New ICF Core Competency #7: Evokes Awareness #315 from 2021-10-12T08:00
Today, we are unpacking ICF Competency #7: Evokes Awareness. When we show u...
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Celebrating our Differences with Cindy Schmelzenbach #314 from 2021-10-05T08:00
Warning: after you press "play," you'll be transformed.Tune in to hear what is perhaps the most powerful presentation we've ever shared with you, he...
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Encore: The Power of Words #313 from 2021-09-28T08:00
Neuroscience is teaching us that words hold tremendous power to either ignite positive growth or...
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Encore: Spiritual Vision: A Rallying Cry for Christian Coaches #312 from 2021-09-21T08:00
What could be more important in these dis...
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Encore: The Emotional Roller Coaster of the Christian Entrepreneur #311 from 2021-09-14T08:00
If the journey from your calling toward obtaining sustainable compensation has been more of an u...
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Opening the Mailbox #16 #310 from 2021-09-07T08:00
Owning your own coaching business is a wonderful thing, but growth always comes with questions. In today’s “Opening t...
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Counselor Turned Coach #309 from 2021-08-31T08:00
Are you a counselor considering a new vocation? Have you wondered what the differences are between coaching and counseling? Then join this lively di...
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Thriving in a Virtual World #308 from 2021-08-24T08:00
Love it or hate, the world has gone virtual. Today’s guest, Jennifer Britton, author of Reconnecting Workspaces, is here to help us navigate these e...
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New ICF Core Competency #6 Listens Actively #307 from 2021-08-17T08:00
Active listening is at the core of all good communication, but it’s not as easy as it sounds. Join us today as we hel...
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Mission Critical Leadership #306 from 2021-08-10T08:00
Now, more than ever, we need leaders who can lead in all directions. Leade...
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Creating Cross-Cultural Community #305 from 2021-08-03T09:00
Do you long to bridge the gap between issues that separate us? If so, then...
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Marketing Online: Strategies for Success #304 from 2021-07-27T08:00
Using online resources to build your business is a great idea... but there...
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The Diversified Coach with Mark Ross #302 from 2021-07-13T08:00
Do you love coaching but yearn to use your other gifts and skills as well? In this installment of our Diversified Coach series, you’ll meet Mark Ros...
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Coaching in Government and Military #301 from 2021-07-06T08:00
Leaders in government face incredible challenges, and also have tremendous opportunities to effect positive change. ...
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Developing Emotional Intelligence Through Coaching #300 from 2021-06-29T08:00
Would you like to experience greater success, improved relationships, reduced confli...
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Get Clients Now With C.J. Hayden #299 from 2021-06-22T08:00
Is marketing a terrifying word for you? Does it feel like an imposition instead of a service? If you said yes, you’ll want to listen to this important podcast with ...
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Coaching for Results with Andy Andrews #298 from 2021-06-15T08:00
People hire coaches so they can ...
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Opening the Mailbox #15 #297 from 2021-06-08T08:00
Do you struggle with feeling confident as a coach? Are you overwhelmed by ...
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The Power of Presence #296 from 2021-06-01T08:00
Coaching is about much more than what we do, it involves our very being. You...
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Defining Moments with Rick and Susan McCarthy #295 from 2021-05-25T08:00
Wouldn’t it be wonderful if we took a “coach-approach” to travel? Imagine th...
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Master-Full Coaching with Chris McCluskey #294 from 2021-05-18T08:00
Would you like to hear how a Master-FULL Coach navigates a real-life coaching session?...
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The Diversified Coach with Ruthie and Jamie Slingerland #293 from 2021-05-11T08:00
Coaching is an amazing tool and a great profession, but that doesn’t mean...
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Building Real Relationships in a Virtual World #292 from 2021-05-04T08:00
Are you sick of Zoom meetings, audio messages, and trying to do life via p...
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International Christian Coaching Day #291 from 2021-04-27T08:00
Do you long to grow your impact as a Christian Coach? If so, we have exciting news for you today! The 2nd Annual International Christian Coaching Da...
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The Multiplication and Acceleration of Christian Coaching #290 from 2021-04-20T08:00
Coaching continues to grow at a rapid pace both locally and around the globe...
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On Purpose with Purpose #289 from 2021-04-13T08:00
In these uncertain times, now more than ever we need to know where we are headed and how to get there. In this interview, Executive Coach John Ramst...
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On Purpose with Purpose #289 from 2021-04-13T08:00
In these uncertain times, now more than ever we need to know where we are headed and how to get there. In this interview, Executive Coach John Ramst...
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The New ICF Competencies: #5 Maintains Presence #288 from 2021-04-06T08:00
If you struggle with being present during coaching sessions, then tap into...
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Encore: Coaching the 7 “Mountains of Culture” #287 from 2021-03-30T08:00
Are you ready to truly change the world? If we can shape the 7 mountains of society, we can shape the world. Join us as we unpack a frontlines accou...
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Encore: Create Compelling Content #286 from 2021-03-23T08:00
In our scroll and go culture: Can people 1) easily find you online 2) stay engaged with...
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Encore: Dare to Serve: A Coach Approach to Servant Leadership #285 from 2021-03-16T08:00
If you haven’t tried a coach approach to your leadership, you’re missing a key oppor...
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Opening the Mailbox #14 #284 from 2021-03-09T09:00
Have you ever wondered when (and how) to make the leap from your day job to coaching full-time? Where in your busy sc...
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Overcoming the Imposter #283 from 2021-03-02T09:00
Do you feel like an imposter in your life? Do you doubt your accomplishments...
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Master-Full Coaching with Beverly Lucas #282 from 2021-02-23T09:00
You don’t want to miss this “live,” unscripted Master-full coaching session so you hear the ICF’s 8 New Core competen...
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New ICF Competencies: #4 Cultivates Trust&Safety #281 from 2021-02-16T09:00
Trust trumps everything. Today we will explore why that's true, and how to cultivate a ...
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Raising Your Standard of Professionalism with Charles Hooper, MCC #280 from 2021-02-09T09:00
Raising your standard of professionalism and changing the world requires ...
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Coaching Millennials with Chris Tuff #279 from 2021-02-02T09:00
Millennials represent the larges...
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Building a Hybrid Coaching Business with Nathan Kreger #278 from 2021-01-26T09:00
What if building a coaching business wasn’t...
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Pro Tips on Promotional Photos with Alyssa Jean Lewis #277 from 2021-01-19T09:00
What do the photos you use to represent you and your business say about you? Do they convey the image you want to project? Tune in today to find out...
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Group Coaching: Setting You Up for Success with Jordan Mercedes #276 from 2021-01-12T09:00
Group Coaching is powerful both for your business and your clients. In group coaching. clients benefit from the shared gro...
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Vision for Grandparenting with Anne&Don Denmark #275 from 2021-01-05T09:00
Passing on a rich legacy… it’s what Christian coaches help others do, and when you’re ...
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Encore: The Enneagram: A Helpful Tool for Self-Discovery #274 from 2020-12-29T09:00
If you or your clients want to gain greater awareness of your true self so you can...
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Encore: How to Build a Successful Coaching Business #273 from 2020-12-22T09:00
Just being a skilled coach isn’t going to get you clients. You need a special minds...
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Encore: The Certainty of our Call #272 from 2020-12-15T09:00
God is certain: life is not. So how do you find clarity in the midst of all the unc...
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Encore: Coaching for Clarity and Momentum #271 from 2020-12-08T09:00
One of the most important things coaches bring about in sessions is clarity–what ma...
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Opening the Mailbox #13 #270 from 2020-12-01T09:00
We’re opening the mailbox #13 this holiday season, and all the presents are for you. It...
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What Does This Make Possible #269 from 2020-11-24T09:00
Join our special guest today, Dan Miller, as we discuss the powerful question, Listen
Benefits of Becoming a World Class Coach #268 from 2020-11-17T09:00
Research shows that coaching benefits our relationships, businesses...
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The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry #267 from 2020-11-10T09:00
For coaches and clients, hurry has been an accepted, and even applauded, way...
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Time Blocking with a Twist with Teresa McCloy #266 from 2020-11-03T09:00
If you’ve ever felt that “time management” just doesn’t work for you, today’s interview may hold the solution to your problem. Join us as Teresa unp...
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The Coaching Process #265 from 2020-10-27T08:00
Have you ever wished you had a map to guide you through a coaching conversation? A one-sheet snapshot capturing the delicate coaching dance that lea...
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Culturally Competent Coaching #264 from 2020-10-20T08:00
As professional coaches, we are called to a...
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Options Coaching #263 from 2020-10-13T08:00
Options Coaching has a truly astonishing rate of success in helping “abor...
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New ICF Competencies: #3 Establishes and Maintains a Coaching Agreement #262 from 2020-10-06T08:00
Establishing and maintaining a coaching...
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Discovering Self Through the Arts with Grace Ann #261 from 2020-09-29T08:00
Discovering the self through the arts is a key part of the work that coaches and their clients engage in to better di...
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Real Artists Don’t Starve with Jeff Goins (Part 2) #260 from 2020-09-22T08:00
Today, we continue discussions with Jeff Goins on the importance of embracing your passions and gifts, and how to share them with the world. If you ...
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Real Artists Don’t Starve with Jeff Goins (Part 1) #259 from 2020-09-15T08:00
Many coaches wonder if they can really make a living doing what they are passionate about. Today, we’ll discuss the importance of embracing your pas...
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CS Lewis&Impacting Culture Through Coaching #258 from 2020-09-08T08:00
You are a culture-shaper. As a Christian co...
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Opening the Mailbox #12 #257 from 2020-09-01T08:00
Once again, it's time to address the questions from your e-mails, voicemails, texts, and online message...
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Excellence Wins: An Interview with Horst Schultze #256 from 2020-08-25T08:00
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Multiplying Strengths for Kingdom Results #255 from 2020-08-18T08:00
Multiplying strengths for Kingdom results in yields outcomes beyond your wildest dreams or imagination. ...
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Creating a Virtual Studio in Your Home #254 from 2020-08-11T08:00
Creating a virtual studio in your home is easier and more accessible than...
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Your Coaching Practice: Don’t Let the Dream Die #253 from 2020-08-04T08:00
We have encouragement for you today, Coach, so you don't let the dream die. Whether you just started out, were already in the midst of business-building, or ran a thriving practice before COVID-...
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Navigating Difficult Emotions #252 from 2020-07-28T08:00
The circumstances we find ourselves in today provide fertile ground for difficult emotions. There’s so...
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Marriage Mindset: The Power of Attitude in Marriage #251 from 2020-07-21T08:00
Marriages are in trouble and quick-fix solutio...
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New ICF Competency #2 - #250 from 2020-07-14T08:00
Recently, the International Coaching Federation (ICF) reduced it's Core Competencies from 11 to 8, and today we will talk about Competency #2, Embo...
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Getting Unstuck #248 from 2020-07-07T08:00
Everyone, everywhere gets stuck sometimes, and getting unstuck is one of our client’s most frequent requests. In today’s podcast, our guest Kim Anderson shares tremendous insights on the most co...
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Being Where You Are with Sackeena Gordon Jones, PhD, MCC #248 from 2020-06-30T08:00
Being where you are is tough when your personal vision is in the midst of turmoil. Can you relate? It's easy to become disoriented, discouraged, and paralyzed. But especially now, we need to be ...
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Coaching for Spiritual Formation with Bryan Brown, PCC #247 from 2020-06-23T08:00
Coaching is fast becoming a staple in the local Church. Today, we address the importance of coaching within the Body of Christ and how coaching for spiritual formation helps bridge a gap in beli...
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Life Story Timelines with Anne Denmark #246 from 2020-06-16T08:00
If you’re a coach, leader, speaker, writer, or legacy-leaver, we have an inspiring and intensely practical episode for you today. Tune in to discover a new tool that can be used in a variety of ...
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Harnessing the Power of Values #245 from 2020-06-09T08:00
As coaches, we know that living a life based on one’s deepest values brings clarity, confidence, fulfillment, and more. This is what we want both for ourselves and our clients.
Personal v...
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Stick with It: Making Changes that Last #244 from 2020-06-02T08:00
Coaches work with clients to help them create positive changes—in relationships, careers, finances, self-care practices, and more. Often our clients have lots of energy when it comes to dreaming...
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Opening the Mailbox #11 #243 from 2020-05-26T08:00
In opening the mailbox #11, we've got some pandemic related questions to answer. It is time to rethink some of our strategies, and in doing so, we’ll not only be able to move forward now, but we...
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The New ICF Competencies: An Overview #242 from 2020-05-19T08:00
The ICF updated their Coaching Core Competency Model in late 2019, and in this episode, our expert guests will give you an inside look into what’s changed and what hasn’t.
Tune in and sta...
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Spiritual Vision: A Rallying Cry for Christian Coaches #241 from 2020-05-12T08:00
What could be more important in these disturbing and uncertain times than tapping into God's perspective, His wisdom, His plan, and His provision? Join us as Chris shares his thoughts on why Spi...
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Emerge Stronger: Effective Executive Coaching #240 from 2020-05-05T08:00
If the title Emerge Stronger: Effective Executive Coaching grabbed your
attention, then know it grabbed ours as well! And it's also caught the
attention of top leaders in businesses,...
Learning to Love Remote Work #239 from 2020-04-28T08:00
Whether you’re learning to love remote working or already loving it, today’s guest, Michelle Mullins, is here to help you maximize your remote work and learn how to serve no matter where you are...
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Creating a Coaching Culture in an Organization: The Navigators #238 from 2020-04-21T08:00
Creating a coaching culture in an organization will help your for-profit and non-profit truly flourish. Tune in today to meet Brian and Debi Zaas, who are growing a coaching culture inside The N...
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International Christian Coaching Day #237 from 2020-04-14T08:00
International Christian Coaching Day is coming, and we want to help you commemorate, celebrate, and spread the word about the power of Christian coaching. On Friday, May 8th, 2020 Christian coac...
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CS Lewis on Renewing Your Mind in Troubled Times #236 from 2020-04-07T08:00
Today we're setting aside shop talk to focus on who we are and Whose we are in Christ. If there's ever been a time to renew your mind, then it's now. In these troubled times. CS Lewis said it be...
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The Incredible Impact of Coaching #235 from 2020-03-31T08:00
Have you tasted and seen the incredible impact of coaching? Whether you’re a coach, leader or influencer in business or in ministry, we’re unpacking the reasons for replacing top-down, directive...
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A Special Message on the Current Crisis #234 from 2020-03-24T08:00
During this current world health crisis, here on the Professional Christian Coaching Today podcast, we have interrupted our regular schedule to bring you some:
- encouragement from Go... Listen
Six Stages of Change #233 from 2020-03-17T08:00
How often do you rush into action as soon as you hear of a problem? It’s common for coaches to want to offer a solution, but it’s imperative to consider all six stages of change in order to prov...
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Opening the Mailbox #10 - 232 from 2020-03-10T08:00
Time for another Opening the Mailbox episode! Tune in this week to hear answers to questions on vision, changes to the ICF competencies, and what happens when you get flamed on Social Media.
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New ICF Competencies: #1 Demonstrates Ethical Practice #231 from 2020-03-03T09:00
After 25 years, the International Coaching Federation has changed its core competencies. Today's episode is the first in an upcoming series designed to keep you up-to-date. With our guests Dr. M...
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The Power of Story #230 from 2020-02-25T09:00
Stories are powerful. God wired our brains to respond to the power of the story. Scripture is
filled with stories, and we are all a part of God’s story. Today’s guest, Tracey Russell shar...
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The Power of Words #229 from 2020-02-18T09:00
Neuroscience is teaching us that words hold tremendous power to either ignite positive growth or slow our forward movement. As coaches, we want to pay attention to the words that our clients use...
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Coaching Global Mission Leaders & Teams #228 from 2020-02-11T09:00
Take a look at the impact coaching missionaries and teams is having around the globe.
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Write Insights: What Handwriting Analysis Can Tell You #227 from 2020-02-04T09:00
You can tell a lot about a person by his or her handwriting, and in this episode, we're looking at how handwriting analysis can be helpful to coaches. It's a fascinating and important topic.
Building a Global Coaching Brand #226 from 2020-01-28T09:00
If you want to align with a group of professional coaches who want to rehumanize the world through genuine identity and belonging, then listen in for what you need to propel your coaching practi...
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Good Grief #225 from 2020-01-21T09:00
In this world, both we and our clients will face sorrow and loss. While grief is rarely the primary focus for our coaching, it is a part of living. Knowing that, as coaches, how can we help our ...
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Social Media Mindsets for Success #224 from 2020-01-14T09:00
Social Media - Do you love it or hate it? What if your mindsets around it could set you up for success and let you shine? What if social media could maximize your relational marketing approach a...
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Is Writing a Book Right for You? #223 from 2020-01-07T09:00
As a Christian coach who wants to make a lasting difference in the world, you may be wondering if writing a book is right for you. In this episode, David Hancock, owner of Morgan James Publishin...
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A Revolutionary Approach to Yearly Planning ENCORE #222 from 2019-12-31T09:00
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Dr. Marilee Adams on Question Thinking™ ENCORE - 221 from 2019-12-24T09:00
Did you know that your thoughts and behaviors are driven by questions? If you want to understand how to manage your thinking and make better decisions, which leads to more powerful actions, tune...
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Deep Work for Christian Coaches ENCORE #220 from 2019-12-17T09:00
Our hyperconnected world offers constant distractions. Yet, as coaches and entrepreneurs, it’s important to focus and bring our best selves to all we do.
In his best-selling book, Dee...
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A Robust Vision for Your New Year- #218 from 2019-12-03T09:00
Take time to create a robust vision for your New Year. As January 1, 2020, rapidly approaches, it's important to look toward what's just around the corner. Now is a perfect time to not only exam...
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Opening the Mailbox #9- #219 from 2019-12-03T09:00
It's that time again -- with the 9th issue of Opening the Mailbox, we answer your most-asked questions.
You'll walk away with knowledge on:
1) How to man...
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The Prayer Powered Entrepreneur - #217 from 2019-11-26T09:00
If you're a coach trying to build a successful business, listen in as we unpack The Prayer Powered Entrepreneur. In this episode, Kim Avery will show you how to lay down the hurry, worry, and hu...
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Coaching Women in Leadership - #216 from 2019-11-19T09:00
If you've ever felt called to coaching women in leadership, tune in and let God unravel the leadership gifts in your clients' lives! God calls women to work. To manage gifts, talents, and abilit...
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Rwanda: Influencing a Nation through Christian Coaching - #214 from 2019-11-12T09:00
If you thought the impact of Christian Coaching was limited to changing individual lives and corporate environments, your horizons will be broadened today. Listen in to our discussion with John ...
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Ontological Growth Through Coaching - #214 from 2019-11-05T09:00
Ontology, the study of being, is at the heart of everything we do as coaches. In this conversation, three top leaders discuss how coaching can be the hub of a wheel that brings out the best of t...
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Coach Training Transformed My Pastorate - #213 from 2019-10-29T08:00
If you are serving others and feel like the life changes they are implementing move at a glacial pace, discover how coaching can make a tremendous difference. In today’s episode, you’ll hear how...
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People First with Brian Dixon from 2019-10-22T08:00
We all know we should put people first. We all want to put people first, but in the busyness of life, this important value can easily get lost. When deadlines loom an...
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Using Facebook Live to Build Your Business - 211 from 2019-10-15T10:20:02
Forming a meaningful connection with potential clients who live halfway around the globe is hard. We can have a compelling website, write brilliant articles, and even post well-designed videos, ...
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Saying Yes to the Best and No to the Rest from 2019-10-08T08:00
If you need a way to say "yes" to the best and "no" to the rest, we have a set of master strategies you can use to give a gracious, guilt-free no. In this episode, we’ll approach the subject fro...
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Establishing The Coaching Agreement - Encore Episode - 209 from 2019-10-01T17:07:50
When you and your client set a clear coaching agreement, you’re halfway to a successful call! The Coaching Agreement or agenda is the compass that keeps your session on track, and lets you know ...
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Encore Episode: The Mindful Coach - 208 from 2019-09-24T08:00
What is mindfulness, what is it not and why should it matter to Christian coaches? What does the Bible and church history say about mindfulness? What are the components of the practice of Holy N...
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The Art & Science of Powerful Questions with Michael Powers - 207 from 2019-09-17T12:13:15
The right question asked at the right time in the right way can create new insights, open greater possibilities, and generate tremendous motivation. This kind of powerful questioning is at the c...
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Opening the Mailbox #8 - 206 from 2019-09-10T08:00
We're opening the mailbox and once, again answering your most-asked questions. If you struggle to schedule your weekly calendar if people unsubscribe from your newsle...
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Career Coaching with Evelyn Kaufman #205 from 2019-09-03T08:00
Career coaching is a popular and in-demand coaching niche, and in today’s episode, we’ll give you a helpful road map with the information you need to start coaching c...
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Planning and Goal Setting (ICF Competency #10) #204 from 2019-08-27T08:00
We're putting ICF Core Competency #10: Planning and Goal Setting into context for you today. You may already know it's the coach's responsibility to make sure the client's agenda and plans stay ...
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Putting the Fun in Retirement Funding #203 from 2019-08-20T08:00
Retirement funding… fun? It can be! It can also be scary without the support of an employer, but we’ve got plenty of tips and tools for you today to help you be prepared for your “golden years.”...
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Creating a Coaching Culture Inside an Organization with Brett Schrock #202 from 2019-08-13T08:00
Looking for a way to activate the wisdom harnessed within yourself and your teams? Creating a coaching culture inside your organization will do just that, helping with challenging executive deci...
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Coaching for Results with Andy Andrews #201 from 2019-08-06T08:00
People hire coaches so they can achieve results. If you want to be the kind of coach that helps people imagine possibilities beyond their boundaries, you can certainly help them get the incredib...
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Organizational Change in a Changing World from 2019-07-30T08:00
The speed of change progresses constantly. Our world accelerates daily. Change is inevitable. But organizations can adapt and even thrive. Our guest today, Steve Greer, is here to help you manag...
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Personal Change in a Changing World with Steve Greer #199 from 2019-07-23T08:00
Nothing is permanent in this world except change. If we want to be effective in coaching our clients, we have to self-lead and become agents of change. In this episode you'll not only l...
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10 Reasons to Love Business Development with Jon Lokhorst #198 from 2019-07-16T08:00
Business development truly can be an exciting part of your business. It’s the vehicle that provides the opportunity to deliver the services you are passionate about. You can have a business that...
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Group Coaching with Jordan Mercedes, ACC #197 from 2019-07-09T08:00
If serving more people and making more income sounds good to you, then Group Coaching might be a great option. You already have the skills and tools you need, so if you are ready for some expone...
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Encore: Setting Your Fees #196 from 2019-07-02T08:00
How much should you charge as a coach? Is it based on your experience? Your credentials? Your competition? Or something else entirely? Listen in as Chris and Kim demystify one of the most-asked-...
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Encore: Should You Become a Coach? #195 from 2019-06-25T08:00
Today, we’ll help you answer the question: “Is coaching for me?” If you’ve ever dreamed of owning your own business or helping people in a full-time capacity, you’ll take away insights to help y...
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Encore: Gift-ology: The Beauty & Strength of Gift-Giving in Business #194 from 2019-06-18T08:00
Encore: Gift-ology: The Beauty & Strength of Gift-Giving in Business
Gift-ology is a unique, generous approach to initiating and strengthening relations...
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Opening the Mailbox - Episode #7 from 2019-06-11T10:00
If you feel like you're too old to start a business, looking for advice on how to serve people through marriage and relationship coaching, hear God calling you to do big things but you're not su...
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Core Competency #11-Managing Progress and Accountability #192 from 2019-06-04T10:00
If you get hooked by the performance trap when you're coaching, tune in as we break down the nuances of ICF Competency #11: Managing Progress and Accountability. We'll explore the short-term and...
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Power of Choice #191 from 2019-05-28T10:00
If you want to transform lives through sharing hope, skills, and
encouragement, so you and others can move from success to significance to
legacy, ...
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Marketing Mindset Traps to Avoid #190 from 2019-05-21T10:00
How often do you find yourself feeling trapped by the to-dos of marketing your coaching business? Moving forward may be easier than you think. Today, we'll explore the mindsets that could be ke...
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Coaching the 7 “Mountains of Culture” #189 from 2019-05-14T10:00
Are you ready to truly change the world? If we can shape the 7 mountains of society, we can shape the world. Join us as we unpack a frontlines account on how we can use our coaching tools, for o...
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Coaching Christian Leaders with Carlos Rosales, CPLC – Episode #188 from 2019-05-07T10:00
Making faith an integral part of a business model is not widely recognized as a smart and savvy approach, even among Christian executives. But it should be. Tune in today to find out how taking ...
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Tech Tools for Coaches – Podcast #187 from 2019-04-30T10:00
Technology may make you smile or cringe, but either way, in today’s business world, you have to deal with it more and more. In today’s episode, Lee Bezotte joins us with a whole bag full of tech...
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Living the Coaching Lifestyle from 2019-04-23T10:00
Living the coaching lifestyle affords you the freedom, flexibility, and ability to live the life you want to live. Today, we’ve got 4 seasoned professionals who are eager to share the ins and ou...
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Social Media Marketing: The Cliff Notes #185 from 2019-04-16T10:00
Did you know that 2/3 of the messages people receive about your coaching business usually occur before you ever reach out to them yourself? It’s true, and it’s only one of the golden nuggets we’...
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Establishing Trust and Intimacy with Your Clients (ICF Competency #3) #184 from 2019-04-09T10:00
Establishing trust and intimacy with your clients doesn’t happen without effort: It’s an intentional process that’s integral to maintaining co-created relationships that contribute to the overal...
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