17 episodes

In the Coaching Skills for Leaders Podcast, Executive and Leadership Coaches Jana Hendrickson and Neil Thubron have created a series of conversations to share essential coaching tools and skills with leaders everywhere. With their backgrounds in Ontological leadership work and Sales and Business Mentoring and Coaching, Neil and Jana invite the listener to look at work and life scenarios through the lens of coaching. The results are deeper and more transformational conversations with all the people leaders engage with - employees, peers, customers, and upline management... and it may even transform their own lives as well!

Coaching Skills For Leaders Neil Thubron and Jana Hendrickson

    • Business

In the Coaching Skills for Leaders Podcast, Executive and Leadership Coaches Jana Hendrickson and Neil Thubron have created a series of conversations to share essential coaching tools and skills with leaders everywhere. With their backgrounds in Ontological leadership work and Sales and Business Mentoring and Coaching, Neil and Jana invite the listener to look at work and life scenarios through the lens of coaching. The results are deeper and more transformational conversations with all the people leaders engage with - employees, peers, customers, and upline management... and it may even transform their own lives as well!

    Goal Setting: The Power of Well-Formed Outcomes

    Goal Setting: The Power of Well-Formed Outcomes

    Ready for a radical rethink on goal setting? Buckle up, as we bring you an insightful episode on well-formed outcomes - an approach that shifts the focus from the endpoint to the journey itself. We flip the script on traditional goal setting, peeling back layers to uncover underlying desires that might surprise you! Taking a deep dive into our aspirations, we reveal that earning more money, for instance, isn’t just about the numbers. It's usually about something profound, something that redefines your perception of success.

    We also take you on a journey of self-discovery, unraveling the importance of asking the right questions. We believe in the power of 'why' - why is this goal significant now? This approach can illuminate the hidden issues driving your aspirations. As a leader, shedding preconceived notions and judgments is a must. We guide you to find out who you need to be to achieve your dreams. This episode wraps up with an important reminder - enjoy the process, because the journey is as important, if not more so, than the destination. Join us, and start reshaping your goal-setting process today!

    • 30 min
    Unleashing Transformation: The Power of Reframing and Pre-Framing for Enhanced Leadership and Growth

    Unleashing Transformation: The Power of Reframing and Pre-Framing for Enhanced Leadership and Growth

    Are you ready to unleash the transformative power of reframing and pre-framing in your leadership style? We guarantee that by the end of this episode, you'll be viewing even the most challenging situations as opportunities for growth. Your hosts, Jana Henderson and Neil Thubron, take you on a deep exploration of these critical coaching tools, showing how they can pre-frame conversations to focus more on development than criticism. We'll also delve into turning potential obstacles into empowering situations, beneficial whether you're a leader, a salesperson, or even a stay-at-home parent.

    The episode continues as we delve further into the impact of reframing and pre-framing on leadership and initiating positive change. Learn how to shift your mindset from negativity to more constructive thoughts, while also gaining fresh perspectives by detaching from situations. Moreover, we'll talk about the importance of embracing change, and how reframing can help you break away from self-limiting beliefs. Don't miss out on this enlightening conversation on the power of perspective and growth and the transformative impact it can have on your leadership style.

    • 28 min
    Decoding the Power of Values: Their Impact on Personal and Professional Decision-Making

    Decoding the Power of Values: Their Impact on Personal and Professional Decision-Making

    Imagine understanding your underlying values so well, they become your guiding compass in life and business. That's exactly what we're unpacking today. We'll take you through the profound impact values have on decision-making, behavior, and goal-setting. You'll also find out how tools like value assessment worksheets can amplify your understanding of your personal values. And if you've ever been torn between parenting and pursuing other interests, we'll delve into how values shape such vital decisions.

    Now shifting gears from personal to interpersonal, we're going to dive deep into the world of values in relationships and leadership roles. Ever wondered how to strengthen personal and professional relationships? Clarity about our values may be the answer! We'll show you how these can build trust and foster connection. But it doesn't stop there - understanding the values of your clients, customers, and competitors could be the key to a competitive edge in business. Tune in, and let's decode the power of values together!

    • 22 min
    Unraveling the Power of Physiology, Focus, and Language for Enhanced Self-Awareness and Leadership

    Unraveling the Power of Physiology, Focus, and Language for Enhanced Self-Awareness and Leadership

    Ever wondered how superhero poses can elevate your confidence? Or how a simple shift in language can empower you? Get ready to unravel the triad of physiology, focus, and language in this episode. We delve into the power of these essential elements and how we can consciously harness them to shape our emotional state. Discover a unique TED Talk that unearths the magic of superhero poses and their impact on our confidence. As leaders, understand the profound influence of our behavior on our organization and business. 

    In the latter segment, we dissect the triad further, exploring its potency in coaching oneself and others. We spotlight the significance of language; how being at the helm or at the mercy of life at any given moment can mold our emotional state. As leaders, the emotional environment we craft profoundly sways our teams. Listen as we emphasize the indispensability of self-awareness, and the ripple effects of our language and facial expressions. We wrap up the episode illuminating how these principles can be employed in sales teams and the importance of presenting ourselves with aplomb and connection.

    • 24 min
    Revitalising Stagnation: Coaching Techniques for Forward Movement

    Revitalising Stagnation: Coaching Techniques for Forward Movement

    Get ready to unravel the mystery behind coaching individuals with a strong zeal to make progress but are stuck somewhere. Join us, your hosts Jana Hendrickson and Neil Thubron, as we dive into the complexities of understanding progress from an individual's perspective rather than the traditional coaching viewpoint. We address how to keep our assumptions in check and explore the power of questioning that can reveal the true reason behind the individual's stagnant progress. We also introduce the potent tool of Quality Quantifiers to help you assess an individual's current state, desired state, and their feelings about their own progress.

    Strengthen your coaching skills with us in our second segment as we delve deeper into the application of Quality Quantifiers. Learn how to leverage the 0 to 10 scale to measure progress and emotional states, providing a tangible, manageable path for the individuals you're coaching without overwhelming them. Together, let's create an environment conducive for growth and positive change. Discover how these coaching techniques can be a game-changer in empowering individuals to take charge of their current situation and move forward with confidence and clarity. Be part of this enlightening conversation and harness these strategies to their full potential!

    • 23 min
    Burnout Prevention and Leadership Effectiveness in the Tech Industry - An Amazing Interview with Matthew Cooke

    Burnout Prevention and Leadership Effectiveness in the Tech Industry - An Amazing Interview with Matthew Cooke

    Have you ever felt the stinging sensation of burnout, the kind that leaves you feeling like a shell of your former self? Our guest, executive coach Matthew Cooke, knows that feeling all too well. At just 24, he experienced a profound burnout while working at a startup, an experience that became the cornerstone of his life's mission: preventing burnout in the tech industry. Join us as Matthew shares his insights into the importance of self-care for leaders, divulges practical techniques for enhancing effectiveness, and explains how you can apply Ken Wilbur's three dimensions - I, we, and it - in your own work.

    As we all navigate the murky waters of remote work, we dive into the unique challenges faced by managers during these unparalleled times. Matthew shares strategies to foster relationships and collaboration across departments, the power of asking the right questions, and the necessity of reciprocal support. Even more, Matthew reveals how sensory acuity - the ability to pick up on subtle cues - can help leaders better understand and cater to their teams. Listen as we discuss the importance of recognizing facial expressions, body language, and tone of voice, and how you can use these cues to your advantage in a remote work environment.

    Finally, we explore the intriguing concepts of executive presence and embodiment, and how they can be incorporated in the workplace to improve decision-making and understanding. We discuss the potential benefits of being more attuned to your own body and those around you. Then, we tackle the tough topic of burnout prevention. Matthew shares his tips on setting boundaries, prioritizing consistency over intensity, and breaking free from burnout-inducing patterns. Listen as we delve into the importance of personal space, early burnout detection, and the power of awareness and acceptance in behavior change. Join us for this insightful journey into leadership, self-care, and burnout prevention. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from a seasoned expert and equip yourself with the tools to navigate the tech industry with resilience, presence, and effectiveness.

    • 52 min

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