Welcome to The Coach Within! In this episode, your host, Coach Jedi, brings you a powerful live coaching demonstration that exemplifies mastery in coaching through a truly co-creative approach. Whether you're an aspiring coach, a seasoned leader, or someone on a journey of personal growth, this session offers a unique window into how transformative conversations can unfold.

Join us as we witness Coach Jedi partner with Andy, a client navigating a complex personal dilemma: planning a crucial trip that holds conflicting desires – precious family bonding time with his daughter versus reconnecting with family friends. Andy, the "go-to" planner for his loved ones, finds himself at a 2-3 out of 10 in terms of clarity, grappling with the "influence of many voices" and his own deep-seated desire to "please everybody".

This episode showcases the LEAD™ Coaching Model in dynamic action, an integrative, agile, and eclectic framework rooted in Asian leadership philosophy and human-centered leadership [LEAD Model Background]. You'll see how this four-phase model transforms conversation into meaningful pathways for clarity and growth:

• Lead Outcomes: Discover how clear, co-created goals for the session (moving from 2-3 to 7-8 clarity) set the stage for profound exploration, even in the face of uncertainty.

• Examine: Observe the meticulous process of unpacking Andy's complex situation, his conflicting loyalties, and the core tensions he faces between personal family time and broader social connections.

• Explore & Evoke: Experience the power of the coach guiding Andy to step into different perspectives – particularly his daughter's unspoken desires. Witness the co-creation of innovative solution spaces, such as the "integrated trip" concept that offers the "best of both worlds," even if it means Andy takes on "a lot more stress".

• Aligned Insights: Hear Andy's candid self-discovery – his realization of a deep-seated desire to please others and his willingness to bear the burden of intricate planning to satisfy everyone. This is where the true "coach within" ignites, revealing core values and motivations.

• Decide & Act: Learn about the concrete next steps Andy commits to, including leveraging new resources like an AI buddy for planning, communicating with stakeholders, and establishing a clear timeline for execution.

This demonstration is a testament to the fact that coaching is not merely a "demo," but a real, transformative experience that empowers clients to gain clarity, unearth hidden insights, and brave their own stories. You'll gain practical tools and reflections to apply in your own life and leadership.

Ignite the coach within and brave your story!

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Until next time, keep listening, keep reflecting, and keep braving your story from within!