The Client Who Made Me Rethink Everything
"I don't need a coach. I
need someone who gets it." That was how the session started.
I froze. My instinct was to prove
myself, show her I did get it. But instead, I asked, "Tell me what
'getting it' looks like for you."
She opened up. Slowly, she shared
stories laced with frustration, disappointment, and hope. As she spoke, I
realized coaching isn’t about having all the answers. It's about holding the
questions gently and listening hard.
That client changed me. She made
me rethink what it means to 'get it'. To stop trying to fix and start being
fully present. That’s when the real work begins.
When was the last time someone truly 'got you'? Share your expereinces in the comments
Want to explore deep listening and presence? Here are some books that helped me. 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.
Link to Buy the Book - https://amzn.to/4lQdcWh
🌟 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.
Link to Buy the Book - https://amzn.to/4jx5NcT
🌟 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.
Link to Buy the Book - https://amzn.to/3Ys1maR
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