The Coaching Catalysts

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Welcome to The Coaching Catalysts Podcast, the go-to place for coaches and professionals to elevate your coaching practice. Whether you’re just starting out as a coach, an experienced coach looking to deepen your skills, or you’re creating coaching cultures within your organisation - we've got you covered. Co-hosts Sarah Bramall and Rebecca Daniel are highly experienced Accredited Coaches with thousands of hours of coaching experience, Coach Trainers for leading organisations and Coach Supervisors, supporting coaches via their supervision and coach development service and community. As former teachers and leaders, with a combined thirty years’ experience in education, Sarah and Rebecca are uniquely positioned to support coaches in professional development and ethical practice, in a fast emerging industry. With a wealth of experience, Sarah specialises in Leadership and Executive Coaching, Career coaching, confidence and Imposter Syndrome, and effective communication. With a broad range of expertise, Rebecca’s coaching specialisms encompass leadership, neurodiversity, DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion), mindset, resilience, and communication. Get ready to uplevel your practice, enhance your mindset, and amplify your skills with The Coaching Catalysts Podcast. Each episode is jam packed with relatable conversations, practical advice and honest anecdotes. Dive into insightful discussions, expert interviews, and real-life stories that serve as catalysts for your personal and professional development. Follow or subscribe to embark on a transformative journey with The Coaching Catalysts and ignite the spark for coaching within you! Head to https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/podcast to access your free guide to Elevate your Coaching Practice and check out what we have to offer. Connect with us here: Website: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/thecoachingcatalysts https://www.facebook.com/groups/thecoachingcatalystscommunity https://www.instagram.com/thecoachingcatalysts_ https://www.linkedin.com/company/thecoachingcatalysts Sarah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahbramallcoaching/ Rebecca: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielrebecca/ FREE Supervision Experience for Coaches: Listening Partnerships, register here: https://bit.ly/supervisionexperience Find out more about our supervision service here: http://bit.ly/coaching-collective For ICF mentoring see here: https://bit.ly/catalystsmentorcoaching To book a call: https://tidycal.com/coachingcatalysts/explorationcall

  1. FEB 4

    Ep 51: The ‘Mosaic Approach’ to Coaching with Master Coach Lise Bruynooghe

    What’s it like to be a Master Certified Coach? In this episode of Coaching Catalysts, hosts Rebecca Daniel and Sarah Bramall welcome Lise Bruynooghe, former president of ICF UK and current board member for ICF Global Enterprise, and founder of Profound Consulting. The conversation journeys through Lise Bruynooghe's story from economist and banker to becoming a masterful executive coach. Together they explore the transformative power of coaching, and Lise’s passion for nature-based methodologies, and the importance of ongoing development. Tune in to listen to candid reflections on the real challenges and joys of credentialing with the ICF, the value of supervision and mentor coaching, and the vital but often overlooked need for business acumen among coaches. Highlights: 00:00 Rebecca and Lise Bruynooghe share how they first connected online 02:13 Lise describes her journey into executive coaching 08:44 Lise’s approach and coaching methodology 13:05 How trust and intuition in coaching grow with experience 15:31 Lise’s “love and hate” experience of achieving Master Certified Coach status 17:42 The power of listening back to your own coaching sessions 24:51 Ethics, growth, and self-care are key in mentoring and coaching 28:15 “Who are you as a coach? And why did you choose that?” 29:46 Business challenges for coaches and how a passion for coaching often isn't enough for financial success 35:24 Two-word check-out ​Connect with us here: Website: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com ​ Work with us: Our roundtable discussions for internal coaches here: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/organisationalcoaches ​ Find out more about our supervision service here: http://bit.ly/coaching-collective ​ To book a call: https://tidycal.com/coachingcatalysts/explorationcall ​ ​To become a professional coach supervisor with The Coaching Catalysts, head here: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/supervisiondiploma For ICF mentoring see here: https://bit.ly/catalystsmentorcoaching Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/thecoachingcatalysts ​ https://www.instagram.com/thecoachingcatalysts_ ​ a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/thecoachingcatalysts" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

    39 min

  2. JAN 21

    Ep 50: ‘Leak proof supervision’: Coaching, growth, and building a supportive practice with Crystal Small

    Ever wondered what it’s really like to supervise the supervisors? In this episode, co-hosts Sarah Bramall and Rebecca Daniel welcome their much-admired supervisor for the Supervision Collective, Crystal Small. Crystal shares how her journey weaves together a passion for psychology, leadership in the Metropolitan Police, and a deep commitment to helping others unlock growth. From her very first mentorship experience at a sickle cell charity to the transformative impact of formal coach training, Crystal opens up about the spark that ignited her love for coaching and why that passion keeps burning brighter. Highlights: 00:00 Intro: Meet Crystal Small, PCC coach and supervisor for both hosts 01:19 The different ways coaching touches every part of a coach’s life 02:17 Inside scoop on what it’s like to supervise the hosts! 03:15 Crystal’searly mentoring experience at a sickle cell charity 05:11 How formal coaching study can transform you professionally and personally 06:54 The transformative power of coaching during early career stages 09:34 Why supervision is an ‘ethical must’ 12:59 Honouring each supervisee’s uniqueness 17:55 The deep trust and safety in monthly supervision 27:00 Crystal’s ‘Leak proof coaching and supervision’ style ​Connect with us here: Website: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com ​ Work with us: Our roundtable discussions for internal coaches here: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/organisationalcoaches ​ Find out more about our supervision service here: http://bit.ly/coaching-collective ​ To book a call: https://tidycal.com/coachingcatalysts/explorationcall ​ ​To become a professional coach supervisor with The Coaching Catalysts, head here: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/supervisiondiploma For ICF mentoring see here: https://bit.ly/catalystsmentorcoaching Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/thecoachingcatalysts ​ https://www.instagram.com/thecoachingcatalysts_ ​ https://www.linkedin.com/company/thecoachingcatalysts ​ Sarah:a...

    36 min

  3. JAN 7

    Ep 49: Pioneering Coaching and Supervision Across the Middle East with Dr. Aysha Albuzmait & Dr. Abeer AlRasbi

    What does it take to build a coaching culture in a region full of momentum, ambition, and untapped potential? In this episode of the Coaching Catalysts Podcast, co-hosts Sarah Bramall and Rebecca Daniel sit down with two visionary leaders shaping the future of coaching in the Middle East: Dr. Aysha Albuzmait and Dr. Abeer AlRasbi. As coaches and supervisors-in-training, they are at the forefront of a rapidly evolving industry, one where ethical practice, professional supervision, and courageous leadership are becoming essential. Highlights: 00:00 Meet Dr. Abeer AlRasbi and Dr. Aysha Albuzmait, 03:36 The journey from education, law, and media into coaching 05:57 How coaching led to founding businesses and new passions 07:37 Bringing leadership and personal growth to the centre of coaching 10:02 Becoming thought leaders in coaching supervision in the Middle East 13:04 Dr. Abeer AlRasbi’s transformation story 16:16 What’s changed and what’s next in the UAE/Middle East 20:05 Why supervision is an emerging field 23:26 Hopes for the next 10 years 28:29 The strong business case for supervision. Connect with us here: Website: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com ​ Work with us: ​FREE Supervision Experience for Coaches: Listening Partnerships, register here: https://bit.ly/supervisionexperience Our roundtable discussions for internal coaches here: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/organisationalcoaches ​ Find out more about our supervision service here: http://bit.ly/coaching-collective ​ To book a call: https://tidycal.com/coachingcatalysts/explorationcall ​ ​To become a professional coach supervisor with The Coaching Catalysts, head here: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/supervisiondiploma For ICF mentoring see here: https://bit.ly/catalystsmentorcoaching Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/thecoachingcatalysts ​ https://www.instagram.com/thecoachingcatalysts_ ​ a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/thecoachingcatalysts" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

    38 min

  4. 12/24/2025

    Ep 48: How to Create a Calm, Safe Supervision Space with Jacqueline Lawrence

    What happens when you take the leap from a successful career into coaching and then stretch yourself even further into supervision? In this inspiring episode of the Coaching Catalysts Podcast, co-hosts Sarah Bramall and Rebecca Daniel are joined by Jacqueline Lawrence, ICF PCC coach, mentor, and coach supervisor, for an honest and energising conversation about growth, bravery, and self-care in the coaching profession. Jackie shares her unique path from banking law to coaching, the “side hustle” that turned into a calling, and how she navigated launching her coaching business right before the pandemic. They explore the transition from coach to supervisor, the importance of stretching out of the comfort zone, and why supervision is truly “self care for coaches.” Highlights: 00:00 Intro: Meet Jacqueline Lawrence, expert coach and supervisor for Coaching Catalyst Supervision Collective 01:10 Jacqueline’s journey 04:46 Building a coaching business before/during Covid, 06:22 Why, when, and how Jacqueline shifted into supervision 09:21 The impact of supervision 13:03 Cultivating creativity in coaching & supervision 14:26 What makes the Coaching Catalyst Collective so special 18:11 Supervision as self-care for coaches 20:55 Creating a calm, safe, and present supervision space 25:16 The value of being a supervisee 30:02 Why every coach can benefit from supervision 33:21 Special announcement: New supervision group in UAE & the Middle East Connect with us here: ​ Website: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com ​ Work with us: ​FREE Supervision Experience for Coaches: Listening Partnerships, register here: https://bit.ly/supervisionexperience Our roundtable discussions for internal coaches here: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/organisationalcoaches ​ Find out more about our supervision service here: http://bit.ly/coaching-collective ​ To book a call: https://tidycal.com/coachingcatalysts/explorationcall ​ ​To become a professional coach supervisor with The Coaching Catalysts, head here: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/supervisiondiploma For ICF mentoring see here: https://bit.ly/catalystsmentorcoaching Social Media: a href="https://www.facebook.com/thecoachingcatalysts" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

    41 min

  5. 12/10/2025

    Ep 47: Coaching Tools for Conflict: Insights from Mediator Polly Walker

    How does weaving together mediation and coaching unlock deeper transformation for clients? In this episode of the Coaching Catalysts Podcast, co-hosts Sarah Bramall and Rebecca Daniel welcome Polly Walker, coach, mediator, and member of the Supervision Collective, for a rich exploration of conflict resolution, leadership challenges, and the power of curiosity. Polly shares her unique journey from mainstream teaching to working with excluded youth, her transition into mediation and restorative practices, and how coaching skills have been core throughout. Together, they discuss bringing joy and fun into coaching work, the challenges and rewards of group supervision, and practical strategies for supporting clients through conflict. Highlights: 00:00 Introduction: Meet Polly Walker, coach and mediator 01:30 Polly’s background, mainstream teaching, special educational needs, and conflict resolution 04:00 Mediation in community, workplace, and special education; conflict coaching 06:25 Leadership coaching and what lights Polly up 07:11 Mediation training and what coaches gain from conflict skillsets 10:15 The coaching/mediation overlap, big questions and powerful tools 13:32 Supervision for coaches and mediators, reflecting on practice 18:38 Imposter syndrome, how supervision supports coaches (and leaders) in overcoming doubt 20:13 Polly’s upcoming work, mediation + community, training at Coaching Academy 21:39 Why supervision is fun and why every coach should “go for it” 22:24 The power of coaching community and genuine support. Connect with us here: ​ Website: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com ​ Work with us: ​FREE Supervision Experience for Coaches: Listening Partnerships, register here: https://bit.ly/supervisionexperience Our roundtable discussions for internal coaches here: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/organisationalcoaches ​ Find out more about our supervision service here: http://bit.ly/coaching-collective ​ To book a call: https://tidycal.com/coachingcatalysts/explorationcall ​ ​To become a professional coach supervisor with The Coaching Catalysts, head here: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/supervisiondiploma For ICF mentoring see here: https://bit.ly/catalystsmentorcoaching Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/thecoachingcatalysts ​ https://www.instagram.com/thecoachingcatalysts_ ​ https://www.linkedin.com/company/thecoachingcatalysts ​ Sarah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahbramallcoaching/ ​ Rebecca:a...

    27 min

  6. 11/26/2025

    Ep 46: Coaching, Supervision & Creating Calm Connections with Nicole Freeman

    What does it mean to truly weave your life experiences into a coaching practice, and how does supervision support not only your professional growth, but your personal wellbeing? In this episode of the Coaching Catalysts Podcast, co-host Sarah Bramall sits down with supervisor, coach, and lifelong food lover Nicole Freeman to explore her unconventional journey from accounting to entrepreneurship to coaching supervision. Together, they explore finding your coaching niche, the value of lived experience, restorative practices, and why supervision is like therapy for your coaching (with a “snow globe” metaphor you won’t forget). This episode offers inspiration, practical insight for coaches at all levels, and an invitation to make calm and connection the centre of your coaching journey. Highlights: 00:00 Intro: Elevating your coaching and Nicole’s unusual career path  01:13 Chickenpox curveballs and prepping for in-person events  01:54 Nicole’s story 03:09 The powerful role of lived experience for new coaches  05:23 Mindset, confidence, and coaching diverse clients  06:02 Niche or not? Finding your fit and letting your practice evolve  07:49 Picking clients and the magic of values-based connections  12:27 Restorative routines: Running, yoga, and putting wellbeing first 15:55 Energy work and supervision 18:38 Supervision as “therapy for your coaching”  20:29 Sharing best practice within the Coaching Catalysts community  22:28 Building group magic 24:12 What Nicole gets from supervision as a supervisee  26:47 Celebrating support and those precious “backpack off” moments  28:00 “Supervision is like a snow globe” (and why you’ll want your own!)  Connect with us here: ​ Website: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com ​ Work with us: ​FREE Supervision Experience for Coaches: Listening Partnerships, register here: https://bit.ly/supervisionexperience Our roundtable discussions for internal coaches here: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/organisationalcoaches ​ Find out more about our supervision service here: http://bit.ly/coaching-collective ​ To book a call: https://tidycal.com/coachingcatalysts/explorationcall ​ ​To become a professional coach supervisor with The Coaching Catalysts, head here: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/supervisiondiploma For ICF mentoring see here: https://bit.ly/catalystsmentorcoaching Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/thecoachingcatalysts ​ https://www.instagram.com/thecoachingcatalysts_  ​ a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/thecoachingcatalysts" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

    32 min

  7. 11/12/2025

    Ep 45: The Supervision Collective – Elevating Your Coaching Practice

    How can supervision become the bedrock of your coaching journey, shaping both your professional skills and personal growth? In this episode of the Coaching Catalysts Podcast, hosts Rebecca Daniel and Sarah Bramall take you inside the Supervision Collective, the heart of their business and the foundation for coaches who want to grow, reflect, and thrive. Discover the power of supervision, business development, and a vibrant coach community that doesn't just talk about best practice, but embodies it. Highlights00:00 Introduction: What is the Supervision Collective? 01:30 Small groups, learning labs, and development sessions 03:31 Rebecca and Sarah’s teaching and coaching backgrounds: 30 years of experience 04:45 Why they created the Supervision Collective 06:13 Coaching triads: What are they and why do coaches love them? 08:57 Why supervision is vital 11:19 The power of pausing, stepping back for clarity, growth, and learning 12:59 Supervision for growth 16:43 Moving from being solo coaches to leaders and team builders with supervision as support 17:37 The hosts “walk their talk”, receiving supervision themselves 18:15 Why coaches join the Supervision Collective: Community, confidence, business support 19:25 Supporting coaches through challenges 22:09 Learning & development, coaching triads, and business mentoring 24:44 Resources for marketing, discovery calls, vision, and strategy 25:39 The ultimate support system for coaches at every stage 26:50 How to find out more, connect, and apply 27:39 Diverse associate supervisors to support your journey 28:25 Where to connect, ask questions, and get extra resources. Connect with us here: ​ Website: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com ​ Work with us: ​FREE Supervision Experience for Coaches: Listening Partnerships, register here: https://bit.ly/supervisionexperience Our roundtable discussions for internal coaches here: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/organisationalcoaches ​ Find out more about our supervision service here: http://bit.ly/coaching-collective ​ To book a call: https://tidycal.com/coachingcatalysts/explorationcall ​ ​To become a professional coach supervisor with The Coaching Catalysts, head here: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/supervisiondiploma For ICF mentoring see here: https://bit.ly/catalystsmentorcoaching Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/thecoachingcatalysts ​ https://www.instagram.com/thecoachingcatalysts_  ​ https://www.linkedin.com/company/thecoachingcatalysts ​ Sarah:a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahbramallcoaching/" rel="noopener...

    29 min

  8. 10/29/2025

    Ep 44: Embracing Curiosity, Connection & Supervision with Ali Hendry

    How can weaving curiosity and reflective practice into your coaching truly transform the way you show up for clients and yourself? What does it look like to integrate your own diverse passions and experiences into a thriving coaching and supervision practice? In this episode of The Coaching Catalysts Podcast, hosts Rebecca Daniel and Sarah Bramall welcome their friend, colleague, and associate supervisor Ali Hendry. Ali’s journey from corporate trainer to holistic relationship coach, mentor, and supervisor is full of wit, warmth, and wisdom. Together, they unpack the real-life rhythms of a coaching business, the power of intentional self-development, and why supervision (“oxygen for your business”) is the bedrock for any impactful practice. Here are the highlights:  00:00 Introduction: Welcoming Ali Hendry 02:14 Ali’s coaching journey, relationship coaching, DEI, leadership, and a holistic approach 05:00 Designing your ideal coaching day 09:25 Curiosity, and self-reflection - foundations of great coaching 17:24 Ali’s path from supervisee to supervisor 23:36 What supervision really is (and isn’t) 28:43 Ali’s supervision style, improv, humour, trauma-aware, inclusion-focused, and drawing on a wealth of lived experience 33:31 Two-word takeaway check-out. Connect with us here: ​ Website: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com ​ Work with us: To become a professional coach supervisor with The Coaching Catalysts, head here: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/supervisiondiploma For ICF mentoring see here: https://bit.ly/catalystsmentorcoaching ​ Our roundtable discussions for internal coaches here: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/organisationalcoaches ​ Find out more about our supervision service here: http://bit.ly/coaching-collective ​ To book a call: https://tidycal.com/coachingcatalysts/explorationcall ​ FREE Supervision Experience for Coaches: Listening Partnerships, register here: https://bit.ly/supervisionexperience ​ Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/thecoachingcatalysts ​ https://www.instagram.com/thecoachingcatalysts_  ​ https://www.linkedin.com/company/thecoachingcatalysts ​ Sarah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahbramallcoaching/ ​ Rebecca: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielrebecca/ ​ And our Whatsapp here: a href="https://wa.me/15557022689" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

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Welcome to The Coaching Catalysts Podcast, the go-to place for coaches and professionals to elevate your coaching practice. Whether you’re just starting out as a coach, an experienced coach looking to deepen your skills, or you’re creating coaching cultures within your organisation - we've got you covered. Co-hosts Sarah Bramall and Rebecca Daniel are highly experienced Accredited Coaches with thousands of hours of coaching experience, Coach Trainers for leading organisations and Coach Supervisors, supporting coaches via their supervision and coach development service and community. As former teachers and leaders, with a combined thirty years’ experience in education, Sarah and Rebecca are uniquely positioned to support coaches in professional development and ethical practice, in a fast emerging industry. With a wealth of experience, Sarah specialises in Leadership and Executive Coaching, Career coaching, confidence and Imposter Syndrome, and effective communication. With a broad range of expertise, Rebecca’s coaching specialisms encompass leadership, neurodiversity, DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion), mindset, resilience, and communication. Get ready to uplevel your practice, enhance your mindset, and amplify your skills with The Coaching Catalysts Podcast. Each episode is jam packed with relatable conversations, practical advice and honest anecdotes. Dive into insightful discussions, expert interviews, and real-life stories that serve as catalysts for your personal and professional development. Follow or subscribe to embark on a transformative journey with The Coaching Catalysts and ignite the spark for coaching within you! Head to https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/podcast to access your free guide to Elevate your Coaching Practice and check out what we have to offer. Connect with us here: Website: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/thecoachingcatalysts https://www.facebook.com/groups/thecoachingcatalystscommunity https://www.instagram.com/thecoachingcatalysts_ https://www.linkedin.com/company/thecoachingcatalysts Sarah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahbramallcoaching/ Rebecca: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielrebecca/ FREE Supervision Experience for Coaches: Listening Partnerships, register here: https://bit.ly/supervisionexperience Find out more about our supervision service here: http://bit.ly/coaching-collective For ICF mentoring see here: https://bit.ly/catalystsmentorcoaching To book a call: https://tidycal.com/coachingcatalysts/explorationcall

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    The Coaching Catalysts
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    52
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