In this episode we talk about the value of coaching and how to unlock this potential in those around us.

The true essence of coaching is the power to show an individual their true self. Once we see our true selves a coach can show us the path to walk in order to reach our goals. Ultimately, we have to think the right thoughts, walk the right path, and control ourselves enough to reach the destination. The outside perspective of our coach simply unlocks the gate and helps us get out of our own way!

• I have had some great conversations about the role of coaching in many different aspects.
• I have coached many athletes and teachers and students. In all of these interactions my job was to provide information that hopefully the individuals could use to help themselves become better.
• The true essence of coaching is not in the ability to give the information. Information is cheap, the essence is our ability as a coach to show an individual their true potential and help them get out of their own way so they can act on their own to bring out the best in their lives.
• The coach is never able to act in place of or for the individual.
• I have had so many times where we have given the correct information and knowledge to an individual and they did not use the information to bring about meaningful change in their life. This could have been on the field, court, classroom, in training sessions, etc.
• Why any of us chooses to act in the way we know will bring about the results we desire is an extremely personal thing.
• In our roles in education it can be so easy to not see things as they really are and a coach can help us to see ourselves in all our power and glory!
• I want to be your coach! Come chat with me and see what we can accomplish together!