In the final episode of Freelance Forward for 2023, host Qing Chen welcomes Judith Escalier Revollo, a seasoned leadership trainer and executive coach with a cross-cultural journey from Bolivia to Belgium. The conversation kicks off by exploring how her diverse background has shaped her coaching perspective. The distinctions between coaching, mentoring, and therapy are then clarified. Judith shares the enjoyable aspects of coaching, addressing a broad spectrum of individuals, from experienced executives to aspiring students. The discussion shifts to the art of saying 'no', unraveling strategies and considerations for delicate situations. As the year concludes, the focus turns to the significance of self-assessment and steps we can take for a meaningful year-end reflection. Judith provides valuable insights into personal development, emphasizing self-leadership, energy dynamics, communication, and boundary setting. Why should we start making a Not-To-Do List? How important is it to know our Genius Zone and Drudgery Zone? Tune in for a reflective and insightful journey with Judith Escalier Revollo, concluding Freelance Forward's 2023 season.
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Discussed in this episode:
[01:44] Education in Bolivia/ UK/ Belgium and the cross-cultural perspectives in coaching
[11:50] Coach - mentor - therapist difference and recurrent questions professionals bring to a coaching session
[28:02] How to say no without damaging relationships
[39:55] Importance of end-of-the-year self-assessment and 3 questions to reflect
[48:51] 4 things we should all invest in ourselves to future-proof our career and life
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Books:
The Power of a Positive NO by William Ury
The Neo-Generalist by Kenneth Mikkelsen and Richard Martin
Article with examples to say NO:
https://creciendo.be/how-to-say-no-without-damaging-relationships/
Template for End of the Year Self-Assessment (EOYSA)
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