Self Coaching for Success Melissa Etzler

In this episode we delve into the importance of self-coaching for coaches themselves. While coaches spend a lot of time guiding others, self-coaching equips them with the tools to navigate the emotional demands of the profession and become even more effective.
The episode explores how self-coaching helps coaches:
Manage their emotions: Techniques like EFT/Tapping allow coaches to stay calm and present even when clients bring up challenging topics. Deepen their understanding of coaching tools: By using the tools themselves, coaches gain a deeper understanding of their benefits and potential roadblocks, leading to clearer communication with clients. Work through problems faster: Self-coaching allows coaches to analyze their own challenges and identify limiting beliefs, leading to quicker solutions and improved coaching practices. The episode also offers practical tips for getting started with self-coaching, including scheduling dedicated reflection time, journaling, and practicing mindfulness. Overall, self-coaching is presented as an investment in a coach's well-being and a key to becoming a more effective coach for their clients.

Are You Really Listening to Your Clients? Master Active Listening & Elevate Your Coaching! Feeling like your coaching conversations are missing something? The secret weapon might be active listening!
Today we explore:
Why active listening is the often-overlooked superpower for coaches. How truly hearing your clients unlocks deeper connections and breakthroughs. (and how jumping to solutions can hurt your relationship) Powerful techniques to become a master of active listening in your coaching sessions. (Like reading their body language!)  Take your coaching to the next level! Listen now to get tips on how to start mastering the skill of active listening! 

Feeling Stuck? Unlock Your Potential with Powerful Coaching Questions! Having trouble getting your cliens the results they're looking for? Join us on the latest episode of the Self Coaching for Success podcast where we explain the benefits of powerful coaching questions and how they can unlock a world of wonder and curiousity for yourself and your clients. 
In this episode, you'll learn:
Why the right questions are the key to self-discovery and growth. How to use powerful questions to challenge limiting beliefs and spark new ideas. Practical examples of powerful questions you can start using today! Perfect for new coaches and experienced coaches.
If you're not asking how, you're not taking the shortcut. Listen in to find out why!

Do Coaches Need Coaches? Explore Integrity, Transformation & Finding the Right Fit This episode tackles the question: should coaches have coaches? Melissa moves beyond the yes-or-no answer and explore the concept of a coach's integrity – honesty and transparency being key to building trust with clients.
The focus then shifts to achieving transformation for clients, rather than a coach needing to perfectly embody what they teach. Melissa uses a humorous dog trainer analogy to illustrate this point.
But wait, there's more! The episode also dives into:
Ethics in Coaching: Melissa discusses the importance of finding a good fit with a coach and avoiding those who pressure clients or lack proper training (like trauma-informed coaching). Benefits of Coaching for Coaches: Learn how a coach can help you with growth mindset, accountability, and overcoming blind spots. Finding the Perfect Coach: Melissa provides tips on researching potential coaches and scheduling consultations for a good fit. Remember: The decision to have a coach is personal. Focus on finding someone with integrity who can deliver the results you seek.

This episode focuses on helping coaches guide their clients through plateaus. Host Melissa Etzler offers various strategies and emphasizes the importance of tailoring the approach to the individual client.
Key Points:
Identify the Goal: A clear destination is crucial. Use a metaphor (e.g., GPS) to illustrate how a defined goal helps navigate the coaching journey. Embrace the Subconscious: Hypnosis can be a tool to access the subconscious and envision future success. Uncover Limiting Beliefs: Identify the fears or doubts holding the client back. This may involve asking clarifying questions and listening intently. Evaluation: Encourage clients to reflect on progress using a three-step approach: what went well, what went wrong, and what will they do differently next time? Tapping Exercise: A short tapping routine is included to address feelings of being stuck.

This episode dives into the importance of emotional intelligence (EQ) for coaches. Host Melissa Etzler explains why EQ is a crucial skill to develop and offers practical tips on how to build it.
Key Points:
EQ is essential for creating a safe space for clients and guiding them effectively. Emotions are what drive us. By understanding emotions (both yours and your clients'), you can better connect and support them. Building EQ involves acknowledging and feeling your emotions, not just thinking about them. The episode offers a Tapping exercise to help process emotions.