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PRIME SPACE | Advanced Conversations in Coaching is a podcast for professional coaches who are committed to deepening their coaching mindset, coaching presence, and coaching mastery. Hosted by Elias Scultori, MCC, each episode explores the deeper layers of the coaching craft—where mindset, skill, presence, and humanity meet in real client conversations. PRIME SPACE brings together working professional coaches—from ACC to MCC—and thoughtful voices from across the coaching profession to explore what mastery in coaching truly looks like in practice. Through honest, reflective, and sometimes provocative dialogue, the show examines topics such as the true coaching mindset, the evolution of coaching skills beyond the ICF competencies, coach presence, and the ongoing development of professional coaches. If you are a trained coach, leadership coach, or coaching professional looking to stretch your thinking, refine your craft, and engage with the deeper questions shaping the future of coaching, welcome to PRIME SPACE.

  1. Courageous Humility

    MAY 18 ·  VIDEO

    Courageous Humility

    What does it truly mean to be an “expert” coach? In this reflective season finale of PRIME SPACE, Elias Scultori, MCC, explores a profound moment from his recent conversation with Ann Fogolin, MCC — a moment that opens the door to one of the deepest paradoxes in coaching: the more we grow, the more aware we become of how much we do not know. Drawing from the foundational coaching tenets taught at PRIME Coaching Academy, Elias reflects on the idea that coaching is both a humbling and courageous act. In a profession often shaped by expertise, performance, and recognition, what happens when the coach steps out of the spotlight and creates space for the client’s own wisdom, power, and humanity to emerge? This episode is an invitation to reconsider the role of knowledge, certainty, identity, and ego in the coaching relationship — and to explore the courage required to truly listen, remain curious, and serve without the need to be “the one who knows.” A thoughtful closing to Season 4, this conversation speaks not only to coaches but to anyone interested in leadership, presence, growth, and authentic human connection. Chapters 00:11 — A Moment from “The Future of Coaching” 01:09 — What Real Experts Understand 02:06 — The Coaching Tenets 03:21 — Coaching as a Humbling and Courageous Act 05:21 — The Human Need to Be Right 06:29 — The Illusion of Knowing Another’s Experience 07:45 — When the Coach Becomes the Center 08:52 — Humility, Presence, and Empowerment 10:08 — The Courage to Truly Listen Memorable Quotes “Coaching is a humbling and courageous act.” “What do we truly know about what is happening in the heart of this person in front of us?” “That’s when we begin to truly listen.” “Humility and courage. That’s at the core of coaching.”

    12 min
  2. You Are Not Alone

    MAY 11 ·  VIDEO

    You Are Not Alone

    In this heartfelt episode of PRIME SPACE, Elias Scultori, MCC, explores one of the most overlooked realities of the coaching profession: isolation. Behind the meaningful conversations, transformational moments, and professional growth, many coaches quietly navigate their practices in isolation. After the energy and connection of coach training programs fade, coaches often find themselves building businesses, holding complex client situations, and reflecting on ethical dilemmas alone. This episode is a reminder that coaching was never meant to be a solitary path. Elias reflects on the essential role of coaching communities, mentor coaching, supervision, peer reflection, and professional organizations in sustaining not only coaching excellence, but also emotional well-being, ethical clarity, and professional resilience. From ICF communities and peer coaching spaces to mentor relationships and industry associations, this conversation is an invitation to reconnect — not only with other coaches, but with the shared humanity at the heart of the profession. If you have ever questioned yourself as a coach, felt isolated in your work, or hesitated to ask for support, this episode is for you. In this episode Why coaching can become an isolating profession The hidden emotional cost of working alone The importance of reflective practice and community Why “a coach needs a coach” Shame, vulnerability, and asking for support The role of mentor coaching and supervision Building sustainable professional relationships How coaching communities strengthen ethical practice Why volunteering and participation matter Finding your professional “home” as a coachMemorable Quotes “Humans are social creatures. We need each other — and as coaches, we need other coaches.” “For a coach, having a coach is an ethical issue.” “We cannot do this alone.” “This is an opportunity for us to exercise our transparency, authenticity, vulnerability, and live the coaching mindset.” Chapters 00:13 – The loneliness many coaches experience 01:49 – The power of coaching community 02:54 – Coaching through complex client situations 03:53 – Why coaches also need coaching 05:17 – Shame, vulnerability, and asking for help 06:34 – Reflective practice and the coaching mindset 07:50 – Finding community through professional organizations 09:07 – Volunteering, contribution, and authentic connection 10:23 – Closing reflections and season four finale preview

    11 min
  3. The Future of Coaching

    MAY 4 ·  VIDEO

    The Future of Coaching

    What does it mean to move a profession forward without losing its essence? In this episode of PRIME SPACE, Elias Scultori, MCC, is joined by Ann Fogolin, MCC, for a thoughtful exploration of where coaching is heading and what may be at stake along the way. Drawing on decades of experience in coaching, mentor coaching, and assessment, they reflect on key inflection points in the profession, including the introduction of competency markers, the evolution of credentialing, and the growing influence of AI. Rather than predicting trends, this conversation examines the deeper questions shaping the future of coaching: How do we preserve the human core of the work? What distinguishes coaching from adjacent practices? And what responsibility does the profession carry as it continues to define itself? The dialogue invites coaches to consider not only where the industry is going, but how each practitioner participates in shaping that direction. Chapters 00:00 – Introduction and welcome 02:08 – The evolution of coaching standards and the impact of PCC markers 07:08 – Credentialing, assessment, and the shift toward developmental evaluation 10:40 – AI in coaching: opportunities, tensions, and limitations 15:37 – The role of knowledge and shifting interpretations of coaching competencies 17:37 – Identity, maturity, and the ongoing definition of the profession 20:42 – Belonging vs. fitting in: a reflection on the profession’s future Key Themes The unintended consequences of standardization in coaching education The distinction between demonstrating competencies and embodying them Evolving approaches to mentor coaching and assessment AI as both a tool and a mirror for the profession’s values The importance of human connection in coaching conversations The ongoing need to define a clear and shared coaching mindsetMemorable Quotes “There are recordings where every box is checked—and there is no coaching happening.”  “Coaching is not just about the solution. It’s about being seen, valued, and understood by another human being.”  “AI can support the process, but it cannot replace the human connection that defines coaching.”  “We are still trying to define our identity as a profession.”  “You want to belong, not just fit in.”

    22 min
  4. It's the Thinking, Not the Thought

    APR 27 ·  VIDEO

    It's the Thinking, Not the Thought

    What if the key to transformation isn’t changing our thoughts—but changing how we think? In this episode of PRIME SPACE, Elias Scultori, MCC, is joined by Aaron Listhaus, ACC, for a thoughtful conversation exploring the distinction between individual thoughts and the patterns of thinking that shape them. Together, they explore how clients often become trapped not by what they think, but by how they habitually think—patterns that quietly shape behavior, decision-making, and ultimately, life outcomes. Drawing from real client examples and the concept of “immunity to change,” Aaron reveals how coaches can help clients identify and shift the underlying cognitive habits that keep them stuck. This episode moves beyond surface-level mindset work and into the deeper architecture of awareness—where lasting change actually occurs. For professional coaches, this conversation sharpens the distinction between content and process—between what clients say and how they generate what they say. It reinforces a core truth of coaching: transformation is less about solving problems and more about evolving the system that produces them. Chapters 02:56 – Why Thinking Patterns Matter More Than Thoughts 07:06 – Immunity to Change: Why We Stay Stuck 11:59 – Coaching the Pattern, Not the Content 14:27 – Shifting Perspective: Expanding the Client’s Lens 16:20 – The Marble Staircase: How Change Really Happens Memorable Quotes “It’s not the thought—it’s the thinking behind the thought.” “Awareness gives you choice—and choice changes everything.” “We don’t coach the problem; we coach the pattern that sustains it.” “Lasting change isn’t a breakthrough moment—it’s a worn path, created over time.”

    18 min
  5. Beyond the Recording - ICF Updates

    APR 20 ·  VIDEO

    Beyond the Recording - ICF Updates

    There are some changes coming to the ICF Certification process. What does that mean to you? What does it say about coach training and development? Beginning January 1, 2027, the International Coaching Federation (ICF) will eliminate performance recordings for ACC and PCC portfolio applications. In their place? A more robust, relationship-based, and developmental approach centered on mentor coaching. In this episode of PRIME SPACE, Elias Scultori, MCC, unpacks what this change really means—not just procedurally, but philosophically. This is more than a policy update. It’s a redefinition of how coaching mastery is cultivated, assessed, and embodied. You’ll explore the shift from one-time performance evaluation to ongoing formative development, the introduction of the Mentor Coaching Qualification (MCQ), and why this evolution elevates—not dilutes—the integrity of ICF credentials. More importantly, this conversation challenges a deeper question: Are you pursuing certification… or development? This episode invites you to reconsider your relationship with growth, standards, and what it truly means to become a great coach. Chapters 00:00 — A Major Shift in Coaching Certification 01:39 — From Performance to Formative Development 04:39 — The Rise of Mentor Coaching (Done Right) 06:00 — Introducing the MCQ: Accountability for Mentors 10:32 — Beyond Technique: A Holistic View of Coach Development 13:06 — The Real Question: Why Certification at All?** Quotes “The spotlight is no longer on a moment—but on a lived developmental process.” “Mentor coaching is not a requirement to complete. It is a process to inhabit.” “You cannot separate skill development from the human being who is developing.”

    17 min
  6. What Is Empathy... Really?

    APR 13 ·  VIDEO

    What Is Empathy... Really?

    Empathy is often named as a core coaching skill.And yet… its depth continues to unfold the more we practice. In this episode of PRIME SPACE, Elias Scultori, MCC, moves beyond definitions and into the nuanced terrain where coaching excellence lives. While empathy is often cited as a foundational competency (ICF Core Competency 4.4), its definition remains vague, even among experienced coaches. Drawing on the well-known distinction popularized by Dr. Brené Brown, this episode expands the conversation to include sympathy, emotional resonance, and compassion, revealing how each subtly but significantly impacts trust, partnership, and client agency. Through precise language analysis and real coaching examples, Elias challenges coaches to examine not just what they say, but the internal stance from which their words emerge. Recommended Video• Brene Brown on Empathy vs Sympathy Chapters 00:00 — The Question Beneath the Competency03:06 — Empathy in Practice: Beyond Words06:19 — Sympathy: The Subtle Break in Partnership08:17 — Emotional Resonance: Instrument or Interference?11:04 — Compassion: The Hidden Urge to Fix14:25 — Applied Distinctions: Real Client Moments Memorable Quotes “The moment you create distance, you weaken partnership.”“Emotional resonance becomes powerful only when it stops being about you.”“Compassion, unmanaged, is the gateway to fixing—and fixing breaks coaching.”“It’s not the words you use—it’s the position you take.”

    20 min
  7. Where Coaching Becomes Art

    APR 6 ·  VIDEO

    Where Coaching Becomes Art

    In this episode of PRIME SPACE, Elias Scultori, MCC, is joined by executive coach, supervisor, and abstract artist Cecilia McKay, PCC, for a conversation that extends beyond language into the realms of perception, intuition, and creation. Together, they explore coaching as an art form—where presence replaces performance, and where the unexpected becomes an invitation rather than a disruption. Cecilia shares how her artistic practice informs her coaching: letting go of rigid plans, listening beyond the intellect, and responding to what is emerging in the moment. This dialogue challenges coaches to reconsider their reliance on words and to expand their practice through other forms of expression—objects, movement, environment, and imagination. What happens when we stop trying to “get it right” and instead allow the coaching conversation to unfold like a canvas? A reflective and provocative exploration of humanity, creativity, and the courage to meet the unknown—together. Chapters 02:30 – Where Art Meets Coaching06:00 – Letting Go of the “Perfect Coach”11:40 – Beyond Words: Expanding the Coaching Space16:30 – Reclaiming Humanity in Coaching Memorable Quotes “It’s a space where expression meets inquiry—and creativity becomes a pathway of self-discovery.”“If you stay only in the intellect, what doors are you closing?”“Everything is information—if you’re willing to notice it.”“When we try to be the perfect coach, we miss the whole story.”“It’s not about creating your picture or their picture—it’s what emerges between you.”

    18 min
  8. Brave Space

    MAR 30 ·  VIDEO

    Brave Space

    What else is there about cultivating trust and safety? In this episode of PRIME SPACE, Elias Scultori, MCC, explores the role of partnership in the International Coaching Federation competency "Cultivates Trust and Safety." The conversation turns toward a question that often remains implicit in coaching practice:Who holds responsibility for trust and safety in the coaching relationship? Rather than approaching safety as something the coach creates, this episode introduces the concept of Brave Space, originally developed by Dr. Brian Arao, ACC, and Kristi Clemens. From this perspective, trust, safety, and growth are not managed by the coach alone but emerge through shared responsibility. The episode reflects on how discomfort, accountability, vulnerability, and action show up within that shared space—and how a coach’s presence may either invite or limit the client’s willingness to engage with them. This is not a redefinition of trust and safety, but rather a closer look at how it is practiced. Chapters 01:27 – The Overlooked Competency: Trust & Safety Revisited03:49 – Why We Can’t Make Clients Feel Safe05:16 – From Safe Space to Brave Space07:03 – Key Traits: Discomfort, Ownership, Vulnerability10:50 – Brave Space as a Catalyst for Action & Transformation11:56 – A Poetic Invitation to Brave Space Memorable Quotes “We cannot make anyone feel safe—safety is the other person’s choice.” “Brave space welcomes discomfort because growth doesn’t happen in comfort.” “Are we creating value… or taking away the client’s ownership?” “Our vulnerability is an invitation for the client to be fully human.” “Transformation begins the moment we stop protecting comfort and start inviting courage.”Links to Episode 59: "The Overlooked Competency"YouTube | Spotify | Apple Podcasts

    14 min
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PRIME SPACE | Advanced Conversations in Coaching is a podcast for professional coaches who are committed to deepening their coaching mindset, coaching presence, and coaching mastery. Hosted by Elias Scultori, MCC, each episode explores the deeper layers of the coaching craft—where mindset, skill, presence, and humanity meet in real client conversations. PRIME SPACE brings together working professional coaches—from ACC to MCC—and thoughtful voices from across the coaching profession to explore what mastery in coaching truly looks like in practice. Through honest, reflective, and sometimes provocative dialogue, the show examines topics such as the true coaching mindset, the evolution of coaching skills beyond the ICF competencies, coach presence, and the ongoing development of professional coaches. If you are a trained coach, leadership coach, or coaching professional looking to stretch your thinking, refine your craft, and engage with the deeper questions shaping the future of coaching, welcome to PRIME SPACE.

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  • Creator
    Elias Scultori, MCC
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    87
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 PRIME Coaching, LLC
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    PRIME SPACE

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