Who are you when you are coaching?  How are you presenting yourself to your learner? How might your inner emotional state affect your coaching effectiveness?  Kelly Mallery coaches using the Toyota Improvement Kata and she joined me at the Edges of Lean to share some of her insights and what she has learned about the hidden side of coaching.     Kelly Mallery   Kelly Mallery serves as the Operational Excellence Manager for two Viant Medical sites while running her own coaching business, Kelly Mallery Coaching & Consulting LLC. She became part of Viant Medical in 2023, bringing her over 11 years of diverse manufacturing experience across industries such as solar, industrial consumer products, and aerospace. Throughout her career, Kelly has consistently focused on continuous improvement, and in the past five years, she has shifted her focus from practicing to coaching others. In 2020, she joined the Kata Girl Geeks, and by 2023, she founded Kata School Northeast, where she has established herself as a seasoned coach and 2nd coach. Kelly resides in the Upper Valley, situated between Vermont and New Hampshire, with her family. KEY TOPICS IN THIS PODCAST:   00:01:06 Kelly's background and role in coaching 00:02:56 Integrating coaching practices into business operations 00:08:38 Developing self-awareness as a coach 00:11:08 Giving specific feedback to coaches 00:14:51 Bringing attention to a coach's emotional state 00:18:41 The impact of self-awareness on organizational culture 00:22:42 Creating trust and healthy conflict through self-awareness 00:28:22 Treating people as vehicles vs. human beings 00:29:27 Kelly's plans and coaching business 00:31:09 Advice for young professionals on self-awareness KEY TAKEAWAYS: Integrating coaching practices into business operations enhances organizational performance and effectiveness. Self-awareness is essential for coaches, allowing them to recognize their biases and emotional states, which can significantly influence the learner's experience. Developing emotional intelligence within organizations fosters trust and encourages healthy conflict, improving team dynamics and performance. Evolving from viewing individuals as mere tools for change to recognizing their humanity enriches the coaching approach. Integrating scientific thinking with emotional intelligence creates a holistic coaching practice that addresses both cognitive and emotional aspects of learning. Fostering self-awareness throughout an organization can lead to a more collaborative environment and enhance overall performance. Trust and healthy conflict are vital components of effective teamwork, and self-awareness is the key to cultivating these elements. Continuous personal and professional growth is crucial for coaches, emphasizing the need for ongoing development in self-awareness and coaching skills.   Memorable Quotes From Kelly Mallery.   "Trust and healthy conflict are vital components of effective teamwork, and self-awareness plays a key role in cultivating these elements." CONNECT WITH Kelly Mallery.   Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-mallery-123b0628/