Building a Coaching Culture: Recent Episodes
Flatter Leadership Academy
Each week we share leadership development, coaching, and culture development insights from leading experts who are developing world-class cultures in their own organizations.
Are you ready to unlock the secrets of building strong teams and fostering a thriving coaching culture in your organization?
In today's episode, J.R. and Lucas Flatter speak with our expert guest, Dr. William Ramey, a business owner, combat veteran, and doctor in organizational behavior, who shares his insights on building strong teams through research and practical application. Join us as we discuss the power of trust, mutual support, empowerment, and coaching in creating a culture of high performance. Plus, we explore the evolving landscape of leadership in the 21st century and how gamification can enhance team dynamics. Get ready to learn how to cultivate a thriving coaching culture in your organization.
In this episode, you'll learn:
- The importance of high-performing teams and effective leadership
- How fatherhood and leadership enhance each other
- The methodologies for design thinking and strategic planning
- How to overcome challenges and promote positive leadership.
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[00:00:00] INTRO
[00:01:29] Business owner, combat veteran, leadership development researcher.
[00:05:16] Shared leadership transforms traditional leadership approaches.
[00:07:31] Lego Serious Play unlocks creative problem-solving.
[00:13:39] High performance teams: communication, trust, empowerment, collaboration.
[00:20:25] Eye-opening experience volunteering with the Honor Foundation.
[00:26:13] Leadership and learning, abusive supervision and countermeasures.
[00:31:41] Fatherhood and leadership enhance each other.
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Building a Coaching Culture is presented by Two Roads Leadership
Produced, edited, and published by Make More Media
For full show notes and more info head to: https://buildingacoachingculturepodcast.com/episode/80
In today’s episode, J.R. and Lucas are joined by our guest - Dhanesh Singh, who hails from Sydney, Australia. Dhanesh is an esteemed personality in the coaching realm, renowned for collaborating with leaders of intricate organizations across the global job market. The discussion revolves around Dhanesh Singh's remarkable life journey, guided by principles influenced by Nelson Mandela's teachings.
Authenticity, diversity, and inclusion are highlighted as crucial values, alongside the significance of staying connected to one's origins and beliefs. Dhanesh's narrative is one of bravery and a pursuit of achievement, from a childhood in apartheid-era South Africa to a triumphant corporate career, culminating in the discovery of their true passion as a coach and consultant. The conversation explores various themes such as embracing authenticity, nurturing psychological safety, and the role of spirituality in maintaining focus.
In this episode, you'll gain insights into
• How does spirituality play a role in staying focused, centered, and aligned with one's values?
• The importance of identity in staying authentic, remembering roots, and aligning values
• How can leaders balance their drive for success with understanding the needs of their team members and creating an environment of psychological safety?
• What sacrifices have you made or witnessed others make in pursuit of a greater purpose or mission?
So sit back, relax, and get ready to be inspired by the incredible journey of Dinesh Singh in today's episode of "Building a Coaching Culture"!
Building a Coaching Culture is presented by Two Roads Leadership
Produced, edited, and published by Make More Media
For full show notes and more info head to: https://buildingacoachingculturepodcast.com/episode/78
How can leaders step out of their own skin to gain perspective and enhance their leadership skills?
In this episode, JR and Lucas Flatter speak with Kevin Wilde, who is an Executive Leadership and Talent Development expert. Today, we delve into the strategies, insights, and real-life experiences of leaders who are committed to creating a culture of growth and development within their organizations. We explore the pivotal element of being coachable as a leader. Furthermore, we will unravel the fascinating findings of various studies, including one focused on the impact of coachability on performance potential and learning agility.
Key Topics:
· Training leaders in mindset and fostering demand for coaching.
· The three steps to improving in areas of importance.
· How to gain a different perspective through personal reflection or feedback from others.
· Discussion on principles, work-life balance, and personal and professional vision.
Get ready to expand your mindset and gain valuable knowledge in this thought-provoking episode. Let's dive in!
Building a Coaching Culture is presented by Two Roads Leadership
Produced, edited, and published by Make More Media
For full show notes and more info head to:https://buildingacoachingculturepodcast.com/episode/77
How do you think these technological advancements mentioned in the book will lead to a more communal society? Are there any potential drawbacks?
Welcome back to "Building a Coaching Culture"! In this episode, we dive into the fascinating topic of technological advancements and their impact on our society. From the colonization of Mars advocated by Elon Musk to the increasing number of sensors tracking our every move, we explore the opportunities and challenges that arise. We also discuss Kevin Kelly's book, "The Inevitable," which predicts 12 technological advancements that will shape the next 30 years. As we navigate through these transformative times, we reflect on the communal aspects of digital culture, the exponential growth of technology, and the need to address potential risks. Join us as we delve into the future and discuss what lies ahead in this ever-evolving technological landscape.
In this episode, you'll discover:
- The benefits and risks of sensor data availability
- Discussion of the book "The Inevitable" by Kevin Kelly
- Monitoring consumption of resources through sensors
- Predicted impact of technological advancements on society
- The game-changing emergence of Chat GPT.
I invite you to listen to the full episode to gain deeper insights into these thought-provoking topics. Link to the episode in the comments below!
Building a Coaching Culture is presented by Two Roads Leadership
Produced, edited, and published by Make More Media
For full show notes and more info head to:https://buildingacoachingculturepodcast.com/episode/76
Welcome back to "Building a Coaching Culture!" In today's episode, we dive into the fascinating world of leadership, adaptation, and the impact of ancient teachings on modern-day success. Our guest Don Schmincke, is an expert in leadership theory. He shares his journey from studying planetary physics to exploring the principles of the samurai. Through his unique research, he has gained recognition, published groundbreaking findings, and trained thousands of CEOs. Join us as we unravel the connection between samurai philosophy, neuroscience, and effective leadership. We'll also uncover the potential of artificial intelligence, the power of symbolism, and even challenge some common historical narratives.
In this episode, you'll learn:
- What we can learn from the Samurai Code about leadership
- The Importance of embracing and driving change in leadership.
- How does adaptability play a role in leadership and embracing new technologies?
- The brain patterns to understand changes in ego.
- Difference between leadership and management.
Building a Coaching Culture is presented by Two Roads Leadership
Produced, edited, and published by Make More Media
For full show notes and more info head to: https://buildingacoachingculturepodcast.com/episode/74
Welcome to another episode of "Building a Coaching Culture" with your hosts, Lucas Flatter and J.R. Flatter. In today's episode, we dive into some of the most common coaching mistakes that we see and address the ways that coaches can avoid them. We talk about the power of explicit coaching techniques, the importance of silence in coaching, and the value of asking the right questions. We'll explore how coaching can benefit senior leaders, the role of templates and frameworks in coaching, and the competencies that coaches should aim to demonstrate. Join us as we discuss the art of coaching and its impact on personal and professional growth. So, grab your headphones and get ready to delve into the world of coaching in this thought-provoking episode of "Building a Coaching Culture.”
In this episode, you will learn:
- What some of the most common beginner coaching mistakes are, AND how to avoid them
- How being explicit in coaching contributes to its effectiveness
- The importance of patience and understanding in a coaching approach
- How to address mindset and unconscious bias in coaching
- The power of silence and using it to assess and ask the next powerful coaching question
Building a Coaching Culture is presented by Two Roads Leadership
Produced, edited, and published by Make More Media
For full show notes and more info head to: https://buildingacoachingculturepodcast.com/episode/74
Join hosts JR and Lucas Flatter as they explore the significance of leadership assessments in personal and professional growth. In this episode, they delve into the intricacies of 360 assessments and how they differ from personality profiles. From caring connections to reactive styles, JR and Lucas explore the totality of your leadership potential and offer guidance on how to evolve over time.
In this episode, you will discover:
• The role of leadership assessment in organizations and in coaching.
• What the Leadership Circle Profile 360 Leadership Assessment is and how to use it.
• How Leaders Communicate and Demonstrate Change.
• The significance of focusing on strengths versus addressing weaknesses in leadership development.
• The importance of emotional intelligence in the 21st-century leadership journey, exploring its increasing relevance as you progress in your leadership role.
Building a Coaching Culture is presented by Two Roads Leadership
Produced, edited, and published by Make More Media
For full show notes and more info head to: https://buildingacoachingculturepodcast.com/episode/73
What does it mean to have a "Coaching Style" of Leadership?
And what are the benefits of leading this way?
In this episode, we explore the transformative power of coaching as a leadership style that empowers individuals, enhances team dynamics, and drives organizational success. With J.R and Lucas, both seasoned leadership experts, as your guides, you'll gain valuable insights and practical tips to elevate your leadership skills.
In this episode, you'll discover:
• How embracing ambiguity can fuel innovation and growth within your organization.
• How a coaching culture can make a positive impact on teams.
• The key attributes and practices of effective coaching leadership.
• How to not be the "answer person"
Building a Coaching Culture is presented by Two Roads Leadership
Produced, edited, and published by Make More Media
For full show notes and more info head to: https://buildingacoachingculturepodcast.com/episode/72
In this episode, our guest speaker is none other than Dr. Jason Womack, an expert in maximizing tools, systems, and processes to achieve a quality work/life balance and author of "Your Best Just Got Better: Work Smarter, Think Bigger, Make More" and "Get Momentum". Jason debunks the myth that working longer hours equates to increased productivity and performance. Instead, he emphasizes the need for entrepreneurs to clarify their habits, develop mindset-based strategies, and take a proactive approach.
In this episode, you'll learn more about:
· The importance of clarifying habits, building mindset-based strategies, and adopting a proactive approach for entrepreneurs.
· Understanding the theory of motivation and its implications in professional settings.
· How to become the ultimate servant leader, fostering a culture of support and empowerment.
· Strategies for setting and achieving goals, while also incorporating rewarding practices.
Join us for this engaging episode as we delve into these topics and gain valuable insights from Dr. Jason Womack. Don't miss out on the opportunity to enhance your productivity and improve your work/life balance!
Building a Coaching Culture is presented by Two Roads Leadership
Produced, edited, and published by Make More Media
For full show notes and more info head to: https://buildingacoachingculturepodcast.com/episode/71
Are you curious about what awaits you in a coaching bootcamp? We've got you covered! Join J.R. and Lucas Flatter to dive deep into the core essentials of coaching accreditation and what you can expect in a Coaching Bootcamp. Join us as we forge connections and empower growth together on a transformative journey.
In this episode, you'll learn about:
· The basics of coaching accreditation and how it serves as a comprehensive guide.
· What to expect in a coaching bootcamp and the transformative journey it offers in just four days.
· Unleashing your potential through full session arcs in every cohort.
Join us in this insightful podcast episode as we delve into these topics and provide valuable knowledge and techniques to enhance your coaching skills. Subscribe now and embark on a transformative journey to become an impactful and effective coach.
Building a Coaching Culture is presented by Two Roads Leadership
Produced, edited, and published by Make More Media
For full show notes and more info head to: https://buildingacoachingculturepodcast.com/episode/70
Today, we are featuring renowned guest speaker Russel Harvey, The Resilience Coach, and we dig into his expertise as a resilience coach. We will discuss how resilience has the transformative power to enhance performance in various aspects of life. Learn how to harness the power of resilience to turn life's challenges into opportunities for growth and progress!
In this episode, you'll discover:
- The value in a strength-based leadership approach
- What it means to be resilient
- How zeroing in on what you enjoy doing can change the way you look at your work.
- How you can unlock optimism as a coach.
- The relationship between resilience and purpose
Building a Coaching Culture is presented by Two Roads Leadership
Produced, edited, and published by Make More Media
For full show notes and more info head to: https://buildingacoachingculturepodcast.com/episode/69
There are 4-5 different generations currently in the workforce 😳
How do you lead across all these generations? 🤔
In this episode, J.R. and Lucas dig into coaching and leading across generations. Join us as we explore the similarities and differences among generations, and uncover some mindsets and strategies for being a successful intergenerational coach and leader!
Key Topics Covered:
- How technology and the convergence of many generations are changing the way we work
- The similarities and differences between generations
- Should you coach people of different generations?
- Why it's important to promote freedom in the workplace
- We're more alike than we are different
Building a Coaching Culture is presented by Two Roads Leadership
Produced, edited, and published by Make More Media
For full show notes and more info head to: https://buildingacoachingculturepodcast.com/episode/68
Are you curious about when it's appropriate to abandon a leader you're coaching?
Do you want to explore the core values, ethics, and competencies that drive effective coaching?
In this episode, JR and Lucas Flatter explore when to abandon the leader you're coaching and the dynamics of coaching relationships. They also discuss the core values, ethics, and competencies that underpin effective coaching. Join us as we provide practical insights and tips on navigating reporting requirements and understanding the distinction between coaching and therapy.
In this episode, you'll learn:
• The importance of establishing clear expectations and maintaining professional boundaries.
• What the core values and ethics of coaching are.
• How to build your own coaching template to enhance your coaching practice.
• The difference between morals and ethics.
• The difference between coaching and therapy.
Tune in to this enlightening episode and gain valuable knowledge and insights to enhance your coaching practice. Don't miss out on this opportunity to deepen your understanding of when to abandon the leader you're coaching and to strengthen your coaching relationships with integrity and effectiveness!
Building a Coaching Culture is presented by Two Roads Leadership
Produced, edited, and published by Make More Media
For full show notes and more info head to: https://buildingacoachingculturepodcast.com/episode/67
This week J.R. and Lucas talk about the benefits of a coaching culture, how to ask powerful coaching questions, and then let you hear some real coaching in action.
In this episode you'll discover:
- The benefits of a coaching culture
- How to change the perception of your organization or yourself
- Why a coaching style of leadership is important for navigating generational and societal change
- How to ask powerful coaching questions
Building a Coaching Culture is produced, edited, and published by Make More Media
It is presented by Two Roads Leadership
For full show notes and more info, head to: https://buildingacoachingculturepodcast.com/episode/39
Most organizations have a lot going on.
A lot of good things and many moving parts.
Perhaps none more than the United States Air Force.
Lori Surgnier is the Chief of the Civilian Force Development Division Air Education and Training Command. In this episode, she shares why she believes a coaching culture is the "missing piece" in the Air Force. She says that coaching is the piece that really brings everyone together. We're sure you can learn something from this episode to improve your organization!
In this episode you'll discover:
- The importance of taking care of your people
- Why coaching is the "missing piece"
- What to do when coaching someone who isn't "sold" on coaching
- What true, authentic leadership means
Building a Coaching Culture is produced, edited, and published by Make More Media
It is presented by Two Roads Leadership
For full show notes and more info, head to: https://buildingacoachingculturepodcast.com/episode/38
What do you think is the most important skill set for leadership?
There are probably a lot of different skills that come to mind, but our guest this week, DeDe Halfhill, believes that curiosity is the most important skill set to have when leading people.
DeDe Halfhilll is a communications expert with 25 years of experience in the United States Air Force. She joins the to discuss what it means to be an executive coach, how coaching can help leaders of complex organizations, and the importance of curiosity in developing a coaching culture.
In this episode you'll discover:
- The 4 benefits of having a coach
- Why curiosity is the most important skill set for leadership
- How silence can be the greatest gift
- The importance of aligning our values and our work
Building a Coaching Culture is produced, edited, and published by Make More Media
It is presented by Two Roads Leadership
For full show notes and more info, head to: https://buildingacoachingculturepodcast.com/episode/37
Coaching can have a positive impact in any industry, any organization, and any walk of life.
In this episode, John Wayne Mullins, talks about the value of coaching for your professional leadership and your organization, but also for new dads. John is an executive leadership coach and the creator of Mr. New Dad. Mr. New Dad is a 10-week program designed to help dads grow and get crystal clear on their vision as a dad, husband, and/or leader of their home. We also talk about the fundamentals of coaching and how they apply across the board, from coaching CEO's to coaching new dads.
In this episode you'll discover:
- Why you need help uncovering your blind spots and self-limiting beliefs
- Really listening and asking good questions in the foundation of coaching
- Why it's important to understand what mindsets, beliefs, and perceptions (good or bad) you're bringing into your leadership
- How coaching can empower your employees and make your organization stronger
Building a Coaching Culture is produced, edited, and published by Make More Media
It is presented by Two Roads Leadership
Do you want to be known as an organization that grows future leaders?
In this episode, we talk with KK Harris about gaining a reputation as a place that grows future leaders by being serious about diversity, starting earlier in your recruiting pipeline, investing in your people, and working with the best coaches.
KK Harris is an executive coach and business coach psychologist and she shared a lot of valuable wisdom in this one!
In this episode you'll discover:
- Why organizations need to build diversity into their recruiting pipeline early
- Investing in your people will deliver a return
- How your culture can be your biggest cheerleader
- Why it's important to take serious action on DEI
Building a Coaching Culture is produced, edited, and published by Make More Media
It is presented by Two Roads Leadership
Imagine that, starting today, you never learned anything else for the rest of your life...
Would the rest of the world stop moving forward and innovating?
Would your current knowledge base and skill level be sufficient to be great at your craft and to lead effectively?
That's why we believe that "life-long learning" is the final enabling characteristic of leadership. In this episode, we dive into what it means to be a life-long learner and why it is so important.
In this episode you'll discover:
- What it means to be a life-long learner
- Even as adults, we have a huge capacity to learn if we prioritize it.
- No matter where you are in life, there's always room for growth and development.
- Life-long learning is a continual investment in yourself.
Building a Coaching Culture is produced, edited, and published by Make More Media
It is presented by Two Roads Leadership
For full show notes and more info, head to: https://buildingacoachingculturepodcast.com/episode/34
You might not agree with this one... BUT
We believe that "unreasonableness" is one of the enabling characteristics of leadership. In this episode, we dive into why we believe that courageous and transformational leaders are unreasonable.
In this episode you'll discover:
- What it means to be unreasonable in leadership
- Why progress and transformational depend on unreasonable leaders
- As an unreasonable leader, not everyone will follow you, but the right people will.
Building a Coaching Culture is produced, edited, and published by Make More Media
It is presented by Two Roads Leadership
For full show notes and more, head to: https://buildingacoachingculturepodcast.com/episode/33
This one may be a bit controversial...
We believe that "charisma" is one of the enabling characteristics of leadership. In this episode, we dive into why we believe that. We also get practical on how you can become a charismatic leader. Let us know what you think about charisma in leadership!
In this episode you'll discover:
- How we define charisma in leadership
- What you can do to become a charismatic leader
- Why we believe that if you're able, you're obligated.
Building a Coaching Culture is produced, edited, and published by Make More Media
It is presented by Two Roads Leadership
For full show notes and more info head to: https://buildingacoachingculturepodcast.com/episode/32
Do you want to be average?
That wouldn't be a bad thing, but I'd bet most of us have our sights set a little higher.
We've got goals, ambitions, and things we want to achieve.
We believe that it is "drive" that separates the excellent from the average and it is "drive" that pushes you forward toward your goals.
This week we talk about "drive" and why we believe it is a key characteristic of successful leadership.
In this episode you'll discover:
- Why drive is a key characteristic of leadership
- Drive separates the excellent from the average
- How drive is what keeps you pushing for your goals
Building a Coaching Culture is produced, edited, and published by Make More Media
It is presented by Two Roads Leadership
We believe that leadership requires you to be bold. Requires you to be in the arena.
This week we talk about what it means to be a bold leader and how to build it in your house of leadership.
In this episode you'll discover:
- Why boldness is a key characteristic of leadership
- If you're comfortable you're not growing
- Making decisions is a crucial part of bold, courageous leadership
- Being a bold leader means delegating be you have to
Building a Coaching Culture is produced, edited, and published by Make More Media
It is presented by Two Roads Leadership
For full show notes and more head to: https://buildingacoachingculturepodcast.com/episode/30
Power creates a vacuum. If you remove your leadership something else will fill the void.
We need YOUR humble and courageous leadership.
This week we talk about creating, collecting, and using power as a leader. We touch on the different types of power and how to use (or not use) them in leadership.
In this episode you'll discover:
- Power creates a vacuum. If it is not filled with your humble and courageous leadership, it will be filled with something else (probably not good leadership)
- The different types of power
- How to build referent power over time
- How to create, collect, and use power as a leader
Building a Coaching Culture is produced, edited, and published by Make More Media
It is presented by Two Roads Leadership
For full show notes and more head to: https://buildingacoachingculturepodcast.com/episode/29
We believe the "ideal" leader is humble.
What does humble leadership look like?
This week as we continue building your House of Leadership, we're exploring humility and what it means to be a humble leader.
In this episode you'll discover:
- Why we believe the ideal leader is
- The characteristics of a humble leader (like compassion, active listening, and more)
- Why you have to be willing to be 2nd best.
- How you can learn from everyone that you meet.
Building a Coaching Culture is produced, edited, and published by Make More Media
It is presented by Two Roads Leadership
For full show notes head to: https://buildingacoachingculturepodcast.com/episode/28
Can you picture yourself at 50, 60, or 70 years old?
Maybe you've never thought about it, or... maybe you're a little frightened to think that far into the future.
We encourage people to think 30 years into the future and think about who they want to be, where they want to be, and what they want to have achieved by that stage in their life.
Doing that takes vision. We believe that vision is essential for a fulfilling life and for successful leadership. This week we're going to dive into what vision is and how to have vision for your house of leadership.
In this episode you'll discover:
- Why vision is essential
- How vision differentiates leadership from management.
- What vision means for you personally and as a leader.
- The importance of talking with you loved ones and get clear on your vision together.
Building a Coaching Culture is produced, edited, and published by Make More Media
It is presented by Two Roads Leadership
For full show notes head to: https://buildingacoachingculturepodcast.com/episode/27
Work-life balance.. Maybe you've heard people talk about it??
Some say that proper balance is the key to happiness. Others will tell you that it's impossible achieve a balance. So which is it?
This week we talk about work, family, self. We hope this conversation provides some insights and helps you as you think about how these aspects impact your life and your leadership.
In this episode you'll discover:
- The importance of being aware of the impact of work, family, self in your life.
- The work, family, self balance will not be the same for everyone. It will be unique from person to person, and life stage to life stage.
- Why it's so easy to overlook "self".
Building a Coaching Culture is produced, edited, and published by Make More Media
It is presented by Two Roads Leadership
As Liam Neeson would say, you "have a certain set of skills" to do your job, right?
Those skills likely fall into one of three categories
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Technical
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Cognitive
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Emotional
Do you need skills in all three areas
How do these different skills work together?
Today we're talking about TCE, your technical, cognitive, and emotional alignment, and how these different areas interact and impact your leadership.
In this episode you'll discover:
- What technical, cognitive, and emotional alignment is.
- What time of work makes up each category.
- The skills you'll need to develop if you want to be a high level leader.
Building a Coaching Culture is produced, edited, and published by Make More Media
It is presented by Two Roads Leadership
For full show notes head to: https://buildingacoachingculturepodcast.com/episode/25
Who are you? A mother? A father? A business owner? A leader?
What do you believe in?
What do you care about?
The first pillar in your "House of Leadership" is principles. This week we talk about what principles are and how to discover what your principles are.
In this episode you'll discover:
- Why self-reflection is important in discovering what's important to you.
- What it means to be "principled"
- How journaling can help you figure out what you care about
Building a Coaching Culture is produced, edited, and published by Make More Media
It is presented by Two Roads Leadership
For full show notes head to: https://buildingacoachingculturepodcast.com/episode/24
What is a "House of Leadership"?
Do I need one?
Becoming a good leader and building a coaching culture requires thoughtfulness and intention. Building your "House of Leadership" helps you to spend time thinking about and nailing down your vision and what is important to you and your life and in your leadership. This week we begin week one of a 12 week journey. Come along and build your House of Leadership.
In this episode you'll discover:
- What a "House of Leadership" is and why you need to build one
- Courage is the foundation of leadership
- How different generation view vision, personal/professional balance, and other topics.
Building a Coaching Culture is produced, edited, and published by Make More Media
It is presented by Two Roads Leadership
For full show notes head to: https://buildingacoachingculturepodcast.com/episode/23
There is so much content out there, so many voices you could learn from and tons of "expert" information. How do you know what to do and what actions to take to actually move you forward?
Stephanie Christopher, the CEO of The Executive Connection, joins us to talk about the importance of taking action, being curious, and her insights in coaching CEOs of tech start-ups.
In this episode you'll discover:
- The importance of taking action
- How too much content can be detrimental
- Being curious is the most exciting thing about life
Building a Coaching Culture is produced, edited, and published by Make More Media
It is presented by Two Roads Leadership
For full show notes and links head to: https://buildingacoachingculturepodcast.com/episode/22
Are you just starting out as a coach? Maybe you want to start your own coaching business?
That's awesome! But... where do you start? How do you find clients? How to get the word out about how you can help people?
Fear not! Brian Ellwood, business coach and the author of "Nail Your Niche," joins us to share the keys to building a successful coaching business. He talk about how to hone in one particular area, demographic, or niche for coaching, how to go about finding your first clients, and how to market yourself. We really think you're going to love this one!
In this episode you'll discover:
- Why passion is the gas in the tank
- The importance of "niching down"
- How to clarify your messaging so people know what you do and what they will get from working with you
- The freedom that you get to pick your clients
Building a Coaching Culture is produced, edited, and published by Make More Media
It is presented by Two Roads Leadership
For full show notes and links head to: https://buildingacoachingculturepodcast.com/episode/21
Does a coaching culture sound great and all, but you have no idea where to start?
And once you do, do you have concerns about the scalability of coaching?
Maybe you're thinking,
"Yeah sure, I can set a couple of my senior leaders up with coaching, but how does that scale and change the culture of my whole organization?"
On this episode we have Melissa Pagar, who is the program manager for coaching and mentoring for the Air Force. She started with a blank chalkboard when tasked with implementing coaching in the Air Force and she shares her experience in what it's been like building a coaching culture there. She also talks about how coaching can scale and improve the culture, even in large organizations (maybe yours is just a little smaller than the Air Force).
In this episode you'll discover:
- How to start building a coaching culture from square one
- The beauty of coaching is that the answers come from within the person being coaching
- How a coaching culture builds trust with you employees and peers
- Coaching is transformational leadership, not transactional
Building a Coaching Culture is produced, edited, and published by Make More Media
It is presented by Two Roads Leadership
For full show notes head to: https://buildingacoachingculturepodcast.com/episode/20
Has the "Great Resignation" impacted your organization? Are you having a hard time retaining your employees?
What can you do fix this?
Melody Gratic is an executive coach and trainer and the CEO and Found of XcelMil, LLC. She joins us to talk about authentic leadership and how a coaching culture in your organization can help reverse the effects of the "Great Resignation".
In this episode you'll discover:
- How to lead with generation differences in mind
- The value a coaching culture can bring your organization
- Why you need to allow yourself to grow
- The importance of congruency is your organization's stated values and what you actually do and say.
Building a Coaching Culture is produced, edited, and published by Make More Media
It is presented by Two Roads Leadership
For full show notes head to: https://buildingacoachingculturepodcast.com/episode/19
Are you trying to catch to up to how work is being done in this rapidly changing digital environment?
We now have more tools than ever to make our work more efficient, but are you just digitizing your old processes or are you actually rethinking the process to take advantage of these new tools?
So, how do you optimize your workflows and systems? And how do you get people on board with the changes?
Well, Jared Peregoy, the Deputy Chief Learning Officer at the Civil Air Control, joins us to talk about optimizing digital workflows and spaces, how to weave learning into your culture, the difference between leading and managing, and what a Chief Learning Officer does for an organization.
In this episode you'll discover:
- Why you need to rethink your processes, not just digitize them
- What a Chief Learning Officer does
- The difference between leading and managing
- How to weave threads (of whatever your values are) into your culture
- Why training is the solution for most problems
- The importance to keep on learning, because everything around you keeps on moving and changing
- The importance of think about the virtual workspace like a physical one
Building a Coaching Culture is produced, edited, and published by Make More Media
It is presented by Two Roads Leadership
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What does it take to get development and education programs off the ground? How do track the impact of those programs?
Luckily, Gina Banda, joins us today. Gina has extensive experience in developing and executing civilian leadership development programs in the Air Force. She also dives into how the department of Air Force is implementing a new coaching culture program.
In this episode you'll discover:
- How to use automation to save work hours
- Why it's important to strategically planning for your life right now
- The reality that creating change, creating a culture, doesn't happen overnight
- Why focusing on people and working hard are still the pillars to success
Building a Coaching Culture is produced, edited, and published by Make More Media
It is presented by Two Roads Leadership
For full show notes head to: https://buildingacoachingculturepodcast.com/episode/17
What characteristics do you admire in great leaders? I bet it's not really their technical ability, but rather their ability to inspire people, get the most out of their team, and to right the ship in difficult situations. What is the common denominator in those traits?
Emotional Intelligence
Executive Coach and President of Leadership Adventure Strategies, Jill Marshall Annitto, joins to talk about how emotional intelligence is one of the key ingredients in great leaders. She also touches on the benefits of coaching for organizations and individuals, the importance of communication, and how a coaching leadership style opens the door for creativity.
In this episode you'll discover:
- Why communication is essential
- The importance of emotional intelligence
- How asking your team the right questions can lead to creativity
- Why knowing your team is critical for success
Building a Coaching Culture is produced, edited, and published by Make More Media
It is presented by Two Roads Leadership
For full show notes head to: https://buildingacoachingculturepodcast.com/episode/16
What's your "why"? Who are you serving? And what are you delivering?
This episode is a little more personal as J.R. explores these questions for himself . It's important to know your "why", find your niche, and understand your demographic, and different stages in life may require re-assessment of these areas over time. Listen in to see how these areas apply to personal and professional life.
In this episode you'll discover:
- Why you need to "start with why"
- How your "why"can change over time
- The danger in chasing everything
- The importance of finding your niche
Building a Coaching Culture is produced, edited, and published by Make More Media
It is presented by Two Roads Leadership
For full show notes head to: https://buildingacoachingculturepodcast.com/episode/15
Are you focusing on your products or your people? Are you asking those around you, "How am I being viewed?"
Rob Joseph joins us to talk about the importance of people first leadership and asking the tough questions, so that you can be a great leader. Rob is the co-founder of RLK Team Solutions and is an affiliate of Courageous Leadership Alliance. He has 30 years experience in the Air Force and is now an independent leadership consultant. We're excited to share our our conversation with you!
In this episode you'll discover:
- Why happy people are productive people
- How inclusivity is the engine that makes D&I go
- Why you need to ask your peers how you're doing
Building a Coaching Culture is produced, edited, and published by Make More Media
It is presented by Two Roads Leadership
For full show notes head to: https://buildingacoachingculturepodcast.com/episode/14
How do you measure your culture? How about diversity or inclusivity? And what does psychological safety mean?
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion expert, Saul Gomez, joins us to answer these questions. Saul is the former Chief Diversity Officer for the US Navy, he is currently the Directory of Culture Assessments at TI Verbatim Consulting. He joins us to share his insights on measuring and assessing your culture, diversity & inclusion, psychological safety, and so much more!
In this episode you'll discover:
- Why it's important to have grace for yourself
- How to view obstacles as opportunities
- What psychological safety is
- Why it's so important for leaders to follow through
Building a Coaching Culture is produced, edited, and published by Make More Media
It is presented by Two Roads Leadership
For full show notes head to: https://buildingacoachingculturepodcast.com/episode/13
If you're think about starting a new company or transitioning in some capacity, what should you be aware of? How do you balance a demanding career with your partner and family? And what is the "magic" of coaching?
Lauren Calautti had a successful career in sales and now her purpose is to enable to energize start-ups and their founders. She joins us to share her insights on helping leaders start and run successful companies, the magic of coaching, work/family/self balance, and so much more. We're excited to share our conversation with Lauren Calautti.
In this episode you'll discover:
- Why self-awareness is so important for leaders
- What the "magic" of coaching is
- The importance of being clear with your partner about your professional ambitions
- Why being relentlessly curious in coaching is so helpful
Building a Coaching Culture is produced, edited, and published by Make More Media
It is presented by Two Roads Leadership
For full show notes, head to: https://buildingacoachingculturepodcast.com/episode/12
Kaleth Wright is the former Chief Master Sargeant of the Air Force and is currently the CEO of the Air Force Aid Society. He successfully transitioned out the military and joins us to share his insights on how to do that, as well as how to delegate as a leader, and how to stay connected with our teams.
In this episode you'll discover:
- Why it's important to care about people's lives outside of work
- How to use social media to stay connected
- Why leaders need to delegate
- How to transition out of the military
For full show notes, head to: https://buildingacoachingculturepodcast.com/episode/11
Building a Coaching Culture is presented by Two Roads Leadership
Produced, edited, and published by Make More Media
Periods of transition in peoples' lives can be especially challenging. Transitioning from one career field or industry to another, transitioning into marriage or parenthood, transitioning from college into the workforce, into a new role or promotion, or transitioning to a brand new job or city - do you have people in your organization going through periods of transition? This episodes dives into how a coaching culture can help people succeed and grow through periods of transition.
Founder of Flatter, Inc. and Two Roads Leadership, J.R. Flatter has noticed a theme of people struggling through periods of transition lately. And as co-host Lucas just earned his MBA and is in a periods of transition as well, JR and Lucas talk in depth about how a coaching culture can help people succeed and grow through periods of personal and professional transition.
In this episode you'll discover:
- Why it's important to seek out coaching during periods of transition
- The responsibility of a leader in helping their employees through transitions
- How to coach others through periods of transition.
- You are likely making progress, even if you can't see it.
For full show notes, head to: https://buildingacoachingculturepodcast.com/episode/10
Building a Coaching Culture is presented by Two Roads Leadership
Produced, edited, and published by Make More Media
As a leader, do you feel like you always have to have all the answers? What happens when you don't have the answers? Do you let it stop your growth?
Brittany Chiang, CEO of Flatter, Inc, has some words for you: "Don't be afraid of not knowing." Brittany joins us to share her insights on leading with a culture first mindset, building and developing great teams, and the value of culture in her life and organization.
In this episode you'll discover:
- That you don't have to have all the answers
- Why culture is more important than expertise
- How the emotional work of leadership can be more valuable than the technical work
- Why it's important to separate yourself from what's best for the team
For full show notes, head to: https://buildingacoachingculturepodcast.com/episode/9
Building a Coaching Culture is presented by Two Roads Leadership
Produced, edited, and published by Make More Media
How do you lead teams in a very technical industry, such as cyber security? How can you create a culture in which everyone feels empowered to use their skills to work together for the overall good? What's it like transitioning from the military to corporate America?
Douglas Lemott Jr. was a commanding officer in the Marine Corps, now a high level leader in the corporate cybersecurity space. He is currently the Vice President of Secure Cloud Engineering, Delivery and Operations at SAP NS2. He joins us to share his insights on leading and coaching very technical teams, fostering technical skills, as well as transitioning from the military to corporate America.
In this episode you'll discover:
- How gaming can be used in developing cyber security skills
- How to receive coaching well
- What you need to do to create a culture where everyone feels empowered
- Why people leave organizations
- How to transition from a career in the military to corporate America
Building a Coaching Culture is presented by Two Roads Leadership
Produced, edited, and published by Make More Media
For full show notes head to: https://buildingacoachingculturepodcast.com/episode/8
How can you compete in win the 21st century marketplace? How to attract and retain top talent? The answer is: build a coaching culture in your organization. But... What exactly is a coaching culture, and what can it do for me?
Founder of Flatter, Inc. and Two Roads Leadership, J.R. Flatter shares why having a coaching culture is essential in the 21st century. He talks about what a coaching culture is, what it looks like in practice, and what the benefits are.
In this episode you'll discover:
- What a coaching culture is.
- How to communicate and demonstrate your culture.
- Why encouraging and contributing to the professional and personal growth of employees is key.
- The importance of learning to be comfortable being uncomfortable.
Building a Coaching Culture is presented by Two Roads Leadership
Produced, edited, and published by Make More Media
What does coaching actually look like? And how do you start creating a culture of coaching in your organization?
Michelle Nash is the director of talent management and leadership development at PZI International and joins us to share her coaching journey. She talks about how coaching changed her, the importance of vulnerability, and so much more!
In this episode you'll discover:
- Why everyone needs a coach
- The importance of vulnerability in coaching and leadership
- How to start implementing a coaching culture
- What happens when you have a coaching culture
Building a Coaching Culture is presented by Two Roads Leadership
Produced, edited, and published by Make More Media
One of the most challenging aspects of leading a complex organization is recruiting top talent and hiring the right people. How do you consistently attract great people? And THEN how do you retain them?
Thankfully Cameron Macias joins us to share his expertise in the field of recruiting. Cam has a wealth of experience in recruiting as a recruiter for the Air Force as well as recruiting professionally in the civilian sector. He shares his insights on how to use social media to organically recruit and build a network that funnels top talent to you organization. We're excited to share this conversation with you!
In this episode you'll discover:
- The power of using a calendar app like Calendly to streamline your schedule
- How to use social media as a recruiting tool
- The importance of being a part of a tribe
- Collaboration over competition
- Why you need to be unapologetic about the message you put into the world
Building a Coaching Culture is presented by Two Roads Leadership
Produced, edited, and published by Make More Media
How can we measure the motivation, engagement, and satisfaction of our employees and co-workers? What makes us work together better? What makes us feel like we're accomplishing something?
These questions are swirling around in every leader's head. Luckily this conversation with Veronica Lawrence will help shed some light on these topics. Veronica is the Senior Director of Human Enterprise Optimization at TI Verbatim Consulting. She is an expert in Diversity Equity and Inclusion and we're excited to share this great conversation with you!
In this episode you'll discover:
- How industrial psychology impacts culture
- The long-term value of coaching
- The importance of diversity and inclusivity
- Why we should compete with the stand, not people.
Building a Coaching Culture is presented by Two Roads Leadership
And produced, edited, and published by Make More Media
If you're trying to grow your business and build a world-class culture, then listen up.
Todd Simmons is the Founder and Chief Vision Officer of Courageous Lead an organization that specializes in providing development, training, and consulting to shape organizational culture.
In this episode you'll discover:
- The benefits of having a strong culture
- How empathy is a super power
- Culture vs. Climate
- Persistence is the secret to success
- Why investing into a coaching culture is the right move
Building a Coaching Culture is produced, edited, and published by Make More Media
And it is presented by Two Roads Leadership
For full show notes head to: http://buildingacoachingculturepodcast.com/episode/3
Rod Aweina is the Director of Programs at Flatter, Inc. He has a wealth of experience in the project management, change management, and leading diverse teams. Rod was instrumental in the establishment of FedEx in Iraq, facilitated MasterCard go-live in Iraq, and led the implementation of the Interbank Payment Systems in Iraq and Afghanistan.
In this episode you'll discover:
- The value of diversity in your teams
- How to lead and empower your teams
- Why change management isessential
- How to execute projects starting from a blank slate
- Why it's important to never stop learning
Building a Coaching Culture is produced, edited, and published by Make More Media
And presented by Two Roads Leadership
For full show notes head to: http://buildingacoachingculturepodcast.com/episode/2
If you're trying to grow your business and build a world-class culture, then listen up.
Serial entrepreneur and Iron Man athlete Glen Powell shares his insights on leadership and coaching with us.
In this episode you'll discover:
- What’s changing in the modern workplace.
- Why clarity as a leader in your organization is SO important.
- How to help your team succeed.
- Why having a coaching culture is essential.
Building a Coaching Culture is produced, edited, and published by Make More Media
And presented by Two Roads Leadership
For full show notes head to: http://buildingacoachingculturepodcast.com/episode/1
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Building a Coaching Culture is produced, edited, and published by Make More Media
And presented by Two Roads Leadership