by Lyn Allen | Jan 24, 2013 | Nuts and Bolts, Tips for Coaches |
Recently, a seasoned coach shared his concerns over a client who was not achieving the progress the client said he wanted. The key word there: What the client said he wanted. Coaches know – sometimes clients can say one thing and in truth, desire...
by Lyn Allen | Jul 9, 2012 | Nuts and Bolts, Tips for Coaches |
There’s a really simple coaching tool that often gets overlooked because it is so simple. Or, it gets over-used to the point of sounding formulaic and insincere. Want to know what it is? Acknowledging. Why acknowledge? Because it builds connection between you...
by Lyn Allen | Jun 15, 2012 | Nuts and Bolts, The Evolution of Coaching, Tips for Coaches |
A client who is a coach asked me just the other day how to offer an insight to a coachee. Like many coaches, she was concerned about staying on the right side of the coaching/consulting line. As we explored a specific client scenario, it became clear she was...
by Lyn Allen | Jun 13, 2012 | Nuts and Bolts, Tips for Coaches |
You want your client to have it all and get it all, right? Most coaches do. I know I do. But – and this is a big BUT – your wanting (or needing) your client to get it may actually work against you and your client. In fact, your deep desire to serve can...
by Lyn Allen | May 18, 2012 | Coaching Success, Tips for Coaches |
I’m back home again after another whirlwind trip. Three states and 1000 miles in 5 days. The landscape whipping past my car at 70 mph has been a literal reminder of what many of us are experiencing in our lives: Things are moving quickly. Life is full. And change...
by Lyn Allen | May 1, 2012 | Coaching Success, Tips for Coaches |
Who knew I could have such fun traveling AND pick up coaching tips at the same time? For example: People told me the French, especially Parisians, can be a bit dismissive and impatient with Americans. And nothing could be further from the truth. Coaching lesson #1:...