The Act of Coaching: An Interview with Tom Collins, The Vice Chair of Pediatrics at the University of Kentucky

In this episode of The Act of Coaching podcast, host Phil Askew is joined by an alumnus of the ACT Leadership program, Tom Collins. As the Vice Chair of Pediatrics at the University of Kentucky, Tom combines his executive role with his passion for coaching, providing guidance and mentorship to help colleagues flourish in their careers. He shares his own journey and discusses how coaching influences all aspects of his life, professionally and personally. Tom credits his achievements to persistent self-belief and the support of others, reflecting on the value of coaching as a tool for personal development and empowerment.

0:00 AOC S01:E03 Tom Collins 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:36 Guest Introduction and Niche Discussion 03:38 Guest's Journey into Medicine and Academics 07:26 Guest's Personal Growth and Motivation 09:08 Discovering Coaching and Joining ACT Leadership 14:37 Experiences and Learnings from ACT Leadership Program 18:14 Exploring the Power of Somatics 19:15 The Impact of Coaching Skills on Personal Life 19:43 Coaching in Professional Career and Creating a Coaching Program 21:41 The Evolution and Acceptance of Coaching 22:15 Coaching Skills Impact on Personal Relationships 25:20 The Power of Listening and Empathy in Coaching 28:53 Overcoming Self-Limiting Beliefs and Fear of Vulnerability 31:20 Connecting with the Guest