Breakthroughs in Unexpected Places

 It wasn’t a coaching session. We were just two friends catching up.

She was venting about work, unsure whether to quit. I listened, then asked: "What would staying cost you emotionally?" Her eyes welled up. "Everything," she whispered.

That question wasn’t planned. It came from being fully present. We talked for another hour. She didn’t quit right away, but she made changes. Big ones.

Sometimes, coaching happens outside the frame of a session. It slips into coffee chats, dinner tables, and quiet walks. It's about presence, not permission.

Where have you accidentally coached someone? Comment and share.

For anyone who believes conversations can change lives, these books are for you. Check them out here.

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Go to Books for Coaching

🌟 1. "Co-Active Coaching" by Henry Kimsey-House et al.

A gold standard in coaching, this book teaches how to empower clients by balancing listening, intuition, and bold action. It shifts coaching from solving problems to unleashing human potential.

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🌟 2. "The Coaching Habit" by Michael Bungay Stanier

This book turns everyday conversations into powerful coaching moments using just seven simple questions. It's practical, witty, and perfect for busy leaders who want to coach more by talking less.

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🌟 3. "Coaching for Performance" by Sir John Whitmore

A classic that introduced the GROW model, it’s essential for anyone serious about performance and transformational leadership. Whitmore shows how great coaching sparks clarity, responsibility, and results.

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