The Coaching Crowd® Podcast with Jo Wheatley & Zoe Hawkins

What becomes possible for us as coaches when we move beyond the privacy of one to one conversations and begin working with the energy, complexity, and potential of groups and teams? In this episode of The Coaching Crowd podcast, we explored why so many coaches are choosing to train in group and team coaching, and why this area of coaching practice feels increasingly relevant in today's professional landscape. We wanted to bring this conversation to the podcast because coaching is no longer limited to one to one development conversations. More organisations, leaders, teams, and individuals are seeking collective development experiences. They want spaces where people can learn together, reflect together, challenge one another, and feel part of something more connected. That matters because so many people are experiencing disconnection, pressure, and exhaustion. Group coaching and team coaching can create powerful spaces where people feel seen, heard, and supported by others who may be facing similar questions or challenges. In a professional context, this also gives coaches the opportunity to work more systemically, supporting culture, communication, leadership development, and organisational change at scale. During the conversation, we reflected on the size of the opportunity for coaches. Group and team coaching are not new, but more coaches are now asking how they can broaden their work, move into organisations, support teams, run development programmes, and offer more than individual coaching sessions. For coaches who have mainly worked one to one, this shift can feel exciting, but also intimidating. We spoke about how group dynamics and team dynamics are far more complex than individual coaching. When you move into a one to many setting, there are more relationships, expectations, emotions, roles, and patterns in the room. This means coaches need more than confidence. They need structure, skill, presence, and an understanding of the psychodynamics that can emerge when people come together. One of the key reflections from this episode was that training in group and team coaching can benefit you even when you are not yet sure whether you want to specialise in this area. It develops your systemic thinking. It helps you see your one to one coaching clients as part of wider systems, including families, teams, organisations, communities, and cultures. That naturally expands the quality of the questions you ask and the way you support clients to understand themselves. We also explored how training in this area can open doors. Many coaches begin with one to one coaching in an organisation and then get asked whether they can support a team, design a programme, facilitate a workshop, or help with a leadership development initiative. Those moments can be exciting, but they can also create doubt. Having training behind you can give you the confidence, credibility, and practical tools to say yes to those opportunities. Another important theme was the need for coaches to think strategically about their business. Group and team coaching can help create more scalable offers, more variety, and more routes into organisational contracts. It can sit alongside one to one coaching, leadership development programmes, workshops, internal coaching roles, and wider organisational development work. We also reflected on the human nature of this work. Modern coaching is not only about performance. It is relational, emotionally intelligent, and systemic. In a world where artificial intelligence is changing how people work, human relationships are becoming even more important. Knowledge may be increasingly available, but connection, trust, culture, and shared understanding still require human presence. That is why group and team coaching feels so valuable. It supports people to understand how they relate, communicate, collaborate, and make progress together. It also gives coaches the chance to engage with the living, breathing reality of organisational culture and human behaviour. In the episode, we also shared more about our Group and Team Coaching programme, including the five phases that sit at the heart of the course: Grounding and Gathering, where we explore how to set the work up for success and orientate people into the coaching experience. Roles and Responsibilities, where we consider the role of the coach and the roles that people naturally take up in groups and teams. Options and Opportunity, where we explore coaching methodologies, practical activities, and ways to work creatively with groups and teams. Union and Understanding, where we look at group dynamics and the complexity of human behaviour in collective spaces. Presence and Progress, where we focus on closure, endings, progress, sustainability, and how groups and teams recognise and carry forward change. We also discussed the mindset of a group and team coach, because this is emotional work. How we resource ourselves, what we believe about groups, and how we manage our own presence will shape the quality of the work we offer. This episode is for coaches who are curious about expanding their practice, leaders and HR professionals who already work with groups and teams, and anyone who wants to build more confidence in facilitating meaningful collective development. Ultimately, group and team coaching is not an either or choice. It can sit beautifully alongside one to one coaching. It can widen your impact, strengthen your coaching practice, create new business opportunities, and help you work with the rich complexity of people, culture, and systems. Timestamps: 00:00: Welcome to The Coaching Crowd podcast 00:06: Why so many coaches are training in group and team coaching 00:38: Five reasons to consider group and team coaching 01:58: The size of the opportunity for coaches 03:59: How group and team coaching enhances one to one coaching 05:52: Building confidence to pitch group and team coaching work 06:56: Organisational contracts, leadership development, and scalable offers 08:22: Why group and team coaching requires specific training 09:36: The relational, emotional, and systemic nature of modern coaching 10:02: How AI and changing workplaces are influencing team dynamics 10:44: Overview of the Group and Team Coaching programme 11:10: Grounding and Gathering 11:45: Roles and Responsibilities 12:16: Options and Opportunity 12:46: Union and Understanding 13:06: Presence and Progress 14:00: Mindset and business development for group and team coaches 15:16: Why group and team coaching can be energising and valuable 16:13: Facilitated programme structure and how to join Key Lessons Learned: • Group and team coaching allows coaches to create impact beyond one to one conversations by working with collective learning, shared reflection, and systemic change. • Training in group and team coaching can strengthen your one to one coaching because it helps you see clients within the wider systems they belong to. • Group dynamics and team dynamics are more complex than individual coaching, so coaches need specific skills, structure, and confidence to work well in these spaces. • Organisations are increasingly investing in collective development because workplace culture, relationships, communication, and leadership are changing rapidly. • Group and team coaching can open doors to organisational contracts, leadership development programmes, workshops, internal coaching roles, and more scalable coaching offers. • Effective onboarding is crucial because how a group or team enters the coaching experience shapes the safety, clarity, and outcomes of the work. • Human presence, emotional intelligence, and relational skill remain essential in group and team coaching, especially as AI continues to reshape how people work. • Group and team coaching can bring more variety, energy, and strategic growth into a coaching business. • The work is not only for qualified one to one coaches. It can also support leaders, HR professionals, learning and development practitioners, and organisational development specialists. • Group and team coaching is not a replacement for one to one coaching. It can sit alongside it as a powerful extension of your coaching practice. Keywords: group coaching, team coaching, group and team coaching, coaching training, coach training, coaching CPD, one to one coaching, coaching skills, systemic coaching, organisational coaching, leadership development, team development, group dynamics, team dynamics, ,coaching practice, coaching business, coaching programme, emotional intelligence in coaching, workplace coaching, coaching for organisations, Links & Resources Group and Team Coaching course: https://igcompany.com/group

In this episode of the podcast, we explore how to coach skeptical clients with curiosity rather than defensiveness. Skepticism can show up when clients have been sent to coaching by an organisation, have had disappointing experiences before, feel unsure about the process, or do not fully understand how coaching could help them. We reflect on why skepticism should not be treated as resistance to overcome, but as useful information. By asking thoughtful questions, contracting clearly, and keeping the client in choice, coaches can create a safer adult-to-adult relationship where concerns can be named openly. The episode also explores the ethical side of coaching reluctant clients. Sometimes coaching may not be the right fit or the right time, and forcing value can do more harm than good. The key message is to stay curious, welcome the skepticism, and use it as a doorway into honest, meaningful coaching conversations. a willingness to receive feedback so that every client can feel properly seen, heard and supported. Links & Resources Inclusive coaching programme: www.igcompany.com/join

This episode explores how the technology you choose can shape the coaching business you build. We discuss how coaches can move beyond selling time by the hour and use tech more strategically to create a scalable, professional, and sustainable business. We focus on Kajabi, the platform we have used since 2019 to support our website, courses, community, marketing, email list, client journeys, and business growth. Rather than stitching together multiple tools, Kajabi has helped us create a smoother, more premium experience. We also share an honest view: no platform is perfect, and there can be overwhelm or cheaper alternatives. But for coaches wanting to grow their online presence, create digital products, build community, and market more effectively, the right platform can become a major strategic advantage. Links & Resources Kajabi offer and masterclass: www.igcompany.com/Kajabi

This episode explores a powerful question at the heart of coaching: what if its real advantage is not simply what you do, but who you become? Coaching is often misunderstood as a skill, tool, or professional add-on, but this conversation revealed something much deeper. Coaching changes how you think, relate, lead, and live. In leadership, it has become essential, especially in a world shaped by uncertainty, complexity, and constant change. It helps leaders build trust, communicate with emotional awareness, inspire others, and navigate complexity with greater clarity. We also explored how coaching develops the ability to hold multiple perspectives. It builds mental agility, allowing you to step into someone else's world, understand their view, and then return to your own with clarity. That flexibility transforms relationships by creating collaboration instead of conflict and connection instead of resistance. Coaching also strengthens resilience, helping you move through challenge more quickly by reframing, adapting, and responding with intention. It gives access to a steadier internal resource and strengthens your sense of identity, values, and how you want to show up in the world. The conversation also highlighted the relational advantage of coaching. It changes how you listen, respond, parent, lead, and connect with others. It encourages a shift from judgement to curiosity, acceptance, and understanding, reducing the mental load of constantly evaluating others and bringing the focus back to personal growth and choice. At the same time, greater awareness can bring greater complexity, as seeing multiple perspectives can sometimes feel overwhelming. Ultimately, coaching gives you options: the ability to choose where to place your attention, how to respond, and how to live with greater intention. Links & Resources: IG Company website: https://www.igcompany.com Coaching course quiz: https://www.mycoachingcourse.com

What happens when you slow down enough to truly see yourself as a coach? This episode felt like one of those conversations where we didn't set out with a script, yet uncovered something far more meaningful along the way. We opened up about how coaching supervision training changed us, not only as practitioners, but as people. What stood out immediately was how difficult it is to articulate the impact. The changes are subtle, yet undeniably profound. As we reflected on our experiences, one theme kept surfacing: slowing down. Not only slowing down how we speak, but how we think, how we show up, and how we hold space. Through supervision training, we both experienced a shift away from doing more, towards creating more space. And within that space, something powerful happens. Insight deepens. Awareness expands. Coaching becomes less about performance and more about presence. We also explored the discomfort that comes with this level of growth. There were moments of resistance, emotional reactions, and even questioning everything we thought we knew about coaching. At times, it felt like a stripping back of identity. Not only refining our coaching practice, but re-evaluating who we are within it. And yet, this is where the real transformation happens. Through deep reflection, supervision training helped us: Develop a stronger internal compass Challenge traditional coaching norms Build confidence in our own voice as coaches Embrace uncertainty rather than resist it One of the most powerful shifts was around identity. Moving from "how do I coach?" to "who am I as a coach?" That shift changes everything. We also spoke about how supervision introduces you to a completely different level of awareness. From ethical sensitivity and power dynamics, to the relational field between coach and client. You begin to notice what is happening beneath the surface. Not only what is said, but what is felt, what is unsaid, and what is emerging in the space between. For us, coaching supervision training elevated our practice into something deeper. More intuitive. More reflective. More human. It also normalised something many coaches quietly struggle with: imposter syndrome. Rather than eliminating it, supervision helps you understand it, sit with it, and move through it. Over time, that discomfort becomes a signal for growth rather than something to avoid. And perhaps one of the most unexpected outcomes was how much it expanded our curiosity. From somatic awareness to energetics, to exploring intuition within coaching, supervision training opened doors we hadn't even realised were there. This episode is not only a reflection on our journey, but also an invitation. If you are a coach who values depth, reflection, and growth, then coaching supervision training might not only change your practice, it might change you. Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction and why we're talking about supervision training 00:49 – Why coaching supervision changes you in subtle but powerful ways 01:46 – The importance of slowing down in coaching 03:22 – Resistance and questioning everything you've learned 04:22 – Emotional reactions and identity shifts 06:42 – Becoming a different version of yourself as a coach 08:00 – Learning alongside experienced coaches and building confidence 09:30 – Imposter syndrome and finding your own voice 11:48 – Developing your internal compass as a coach 14:06 – Ethical awareness and deeper coaching conversations 16:32 – Coaching at a more advanced and intuitive level 17:28 – Energetics, intuition, and expanding beyond traditional coaching 18:59 – Introducing our coaching supervision diploma Key Lessons Learned: Slowing down creates space for deeper insight and more meaningful coaching conversations Coaching supervision training develops your identity, not only your skillset Discomfort and emotional reactions are part of the growth process Supervision strengthens your internal compass and confidence as a coach Reflective practice enhances long-term sustainability in coaching Exposure to other experienced coaches normalises imperfection Ethical awareness and relational depth significantly improve coaching quality Supervision expands your curiosity into areas such as intuition and energetics Keywords: Coaching supervision training, Coaching supervision benefits, How to become a better coach, Reflective coaching practice, Coaching identity development, Coaching supervision course, Professional coach development, Imposter syndrome in coaching, Advanced coaching skills, Coaching supervision diploma Links & Resources: Supervision Training: https://www.igcompany.com/supervisiontraining IG Company website: https://www.igcompany.com Coaching course quiz: https://www.mycoachingcourse.com

What if the most powerful tool you bring to coaching isn't your questions, but your energy? In this episode, we open up a conversation that sits at the intersection of awareness, presence, and depth in coaching practice. We explore something that is often felt but rarely named: the energetics of coaching. As we recorded this conversation, we found ourselves reflecting on how often energy operates in the background of our work, shaping outcomes without us consciously engaging with it. Coaching is not only about techniques or frameworks. It is about the unseen exchange that happens between coach and client in every moment. We explore what it means to accept that we each carry an energetic field, and how that field both influences and is influenced by the people we work with. From the moment we enter a coaching space, whether virtual or in person, there is a meeting of energy. That meeting can either be intentional and supportive, or unconscious and potentially disruptive. During our discussion, we reflected on how awareness of energy is not always natural for everyone. Some people instinctively feel it, while others are less connected to it. Yet as coaches, developing this awareness becomes a critical part of our effectiveness and sustainability. We explored how preparing for a coaching session goes beyond reviewing notes or setting an intention. It involves checking in with your own energy, understanding what you are carrying, and creating clarity around what belongs to you and what does not. This becomes essential when navigating moments such as frustration, where the key question is whether that experience is yours or something emerging from the client's world. One of the most powerful insights in this conversation was how energy can be used as data within a coaching session. When we notice shifts in our own internal state, we can bring curiosity rather than judgement. This opens up a deeper level of coaching, where clients feel seen and understood in ways that go beyond words. We also touched on practices such as somatic awareness and the exploration of energy within the body. Questions like where a feeling is experienced physically can unlock new insights and create space for meaningful breakthroughs. For some clients, this may extend into concepts such as chakras or energy centres, offering alternative ways to understand blocks and patterns. As the conversation unfolded, we found ourselves reflecting on the importance of energetic boundaries. Without them, it becomes easy to absorb and carry what is not ours, leading to feelings of heaviness or depletion. This is where self-awareness and self-care intersect with coaching mastery. Supporting clients effectively requires us to also restore and manage our own energy. We also explored the idea that coaching is both a science and an art. While there are models and methodologies that guide us, the energetics of coaching sit firmly within the art. It is the nuance, the presence, and the subtle shifts that create transformative experiences for clients. This episode is an invitation to expand your perspective. Whether you already resonate with the concept of energy or are approaching it with curiosity, there is an opportunity here to deepen your practice and explore a new dimension of coaching. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction to the energetics of coaching 02:00 Understanding energy in coaching relationships 04:00 Accepting and working with your energetic field 06:30 Preparing your energy before coaching sessions 08:30 Distinguishing your energy from your client's 11:00 Using energy as an entry point in coaching conversations 13:00 Exploring chakras and alternative perspectives 15:30 Somatic coaching and energy in the body 17:00 Energy, self-care, and compassion fatigue 19:00 Energetic boundaries and releasing what is not yours 21:00 Coaching as both art and science Key Lessons Learned: Energy is always present in coaching, whether consciously recognised or not Awareness of your own energy is foundational to effective coaching practice Distinguishing between your energy and your client's is a critical coaching skill Energy can be used as valuable data to deepen coaching conversations Preparing and restoring your energy supports both performance and sustainability Somatic awareness can unlock deeper insights for clients Energetic boundaries protect against burnout and emotional overload Coaching mastery involves both structured methods and intuitive awareness Keywords: Energetics of coaching, Coaching presence, Emotional intelligence in coaching, Somatic coaching, Coaching self-awareness, Coaching energy management, Coaching techniques for deeper conversations, Coach burnout and self-care, Coaching skills development, Energy in coaching relationships, Links & Resources: IG Company website: https://www.igcompany.com Coaching course quiz: https://www.mycoachingcourse.com

What if the way someone shows up today is shaped by something they don't even fully understand yet? In this episode, we explored a topic that is gaining real traction in the coaching space and beyond: trauma-informed coaching. We sat down to unpack what this actually means in practice, not from a theoretical standpoint, but from the lived reality of working with people. Because the truth is, whether you are a coach, leader, or simply someone supporting others, you are already in the presence of trauma more often than you realise. We reflected on how trauma is not defined by the event itself, but by the impact it leaves behind. Two people can experience the same situation and carry entirely different imprints from it. That insight alone shifts how we approach conversations, relationships, and growth. Throughout the conversation, we explored how trauma can show up in coaching. Sometimes it is obvious through emotional responses, avoidance, or disconnection. Other times it is subtle, sitting beneath behaviours like self-criticism or hesitation. What stood out most for us is that coaching often surfaces self-awareness, and with that, past experiences can naturally come into view. We shared our own reflections on moments where unexpected responses emerged, reminding us that trauma is not always something we consciously recognise. It can live in the body, revealing itself in ways that catch us off guard. A key theme in this episode is responsibility. As coaches, we are not there to process trauma. Our role is to create a space of safety, choice, and autonomy. That means recognising when a client is present and reflective, versus when they may be re-experiencing something overwhelming. In those moments, our focus shifts to regulation, grounding, and support. We also challenged the idea that there is a clear-cut boundary in coaching between what is acceptable and what is not. The reality is more nuanced. It comes down to self-awareness, competence, and understanding where your role begins and ends. This episode is not about turning coaches into therapists. It is about raising awareness, deepening compassion, and equipping you to hold space in a way that is ethical, grounded, and human. Whether you are a coach, a leader, or someone navigating your own growth, this conversation invites you to consider how trauma awareness shapes the way you show up for yourself and others. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction to trauma-informed coaching 00:29 Why trauma awareness is rising 01:25 What trauma-informed coaching really means 02:10 Understanding the prevalence of trauma 03:07 Big T vs little t trauma explained 04:25 How trauma develops and repeats 05:22 How trauma shows up in coaching conversations 06:40 Boundaries in coaching and trauma 08:01 When trauma appears in coaching sessions 08:59 The role of safety and compassion 10:23 Client awareness and unconscious trauma 11:40 Is trauma-informed coaching different? 13:05 Training, knowledge, and coach capability 14:31 Control, contracting, and client safety 15:56 Self-awareness and professional boundaries 17:17 Real-life example of a trauma response 18:30 Somatic awareness and working with the body 19:25 Co-regulation and present moment awareness 20:18 Holding space when unexpected memories arise 22:08 Supporting clients through choice and autonomy 23:31 Real-world coaching scenarios 25:09 Coaching vs therapy boundaries 26:05 Final reflections and next steps Key Lessons Learned: Trauma is not defined by the event, but by the impact it leaves on the individual You are likely interacting with people carrying trauma every day, whether visible or not Coaching can surface past experiences through increased self-awareness The role of a coach is to create safety, not to process trauma Recognising the difference between reflection and re-experiencing is critical Regulation and grounding are essential tools in trauma-informed practice There is no fixed boundary list, self-awareness and competence guide decisions Somatic awareness helps identify responses that are not cognitive Clients must always remain at choice in how they proceed Trauma-informed coaching starts with understanding your own experiences and limits Keywords: trauma informed coaching, what is trauma informed coaching, trauma awareness in coaching, coaching and trauma, emotional safety in coaching, somatic coaching techniques, coaching boundaries and trauma, trauma response in coaching, coaching vs therapy, ethical coaching practice, nervous system in coaching, trauma informed leadership, Links & Resources: IG Company website: https://www.igcompany.com Coaching course quiz: https://www.mycoachingcourse.com

What if the reason your client is stuck is not a lack of motivation or clarity, but the way their executive functioning is wired? In this episode, we explore eight powerful lenses that can completely transform the way you coach neurodivergent clients and, in truth, the way you coach all clients. Executive functioning sits at the heart of how we plan, start, organise, regulate emotions, manage impulses and adapt to change. When we understand it, coaching becomes more inclusive, more compassionate and far more effective. We begin with a simple but important reframe. Executive functioning is not only relevant for clients who identify as neurodivergent. Many people remain undiagnosed, and every human being has a unique profile of strengths and challenges across these functions. When we bring this awareness into our practice, we move away from labelling behaviours as procrastination, lack of focus or resistance and instead start working with the real barrier. As we walk through each of the eight areas, we share how easily traditional coaching approaches can unintentionally create shame. Asking a client how to get motivated when the real challenge is task initiation creates a completely different experience from recognising what is actually happening in their brain. That moment of being seen and understood often unlocks progress faster than any strategy. We talk about organisation and the importance of helping clients design systems that work with their brain rather than forcing themselves into methods that were never built for them. We explore planning and prioritisation through the lens of demand avoidance and spontaneity, recognising that for some clients the plan itself is the obstacle. Working memory brings a powerful reflection on coaching style. Keeping questions simple, using visual anchors and contracting around how to hold the thread of the conversation makes coaching more accessible and more effective. Self monitoring and emotional regulation reveal the deep emotional impact of executive functioning challenges. Many clients carry a lifetime of self criticism without realising that what they are experiencing is a difference in processing rather than a personal failure. Coaching becomes a space for self acceptance as much as progress. Impulse control and flexible thinking invite us to move beyond deficit based models. Impulsivity can be a source of energy, creativity and connection. Rigidity often signals a need for safety. Our role is not to fix these traits but to help clients use their strengths and create support structures that allow them to thrive. Throughout this conversation, what stands out is that neurodivergent inclusive coaching is not about having the answers. It is about having the lens. When we understand executive functioning, we accelerate trust, deepen our coaching relationships and enable clients to achieve their goals in ways that are aligned with who they truly are. This is coaching that replaces judgement with curiosity, removes shame and gives clients practical levers for change. It is inclusive, ethical and deeply human. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction to coaching neurodivergent clients through executive functioning 00:31 What executive functioning means in coaching 01:24 Inclusivity for diagnosed and undiagnosed clients 02:21 The executive functioning wheel as a coaching tool 04:18 Task initiation and removing the shame of procrastination 07:10 Organisation and creating brain aligned systems 08:59 Body doubling and in session action 10:24 Planning and prioritisation with demand avoidance 13:29 Working memory and adapting your coaching style 16:17 Practical ways to support working memory in sessions 16:46 Self monitoring and the emotional impact of over analysis 18:41 Emotional regulation and accessing resourceful states 22:55 Why emotions coaching and neurodivergent coaching fit together 23:25 Impulse control as strength and challenge 24:48 Moving beyond the imposter syndrome label 25:35 Flexible thinking and creating safety in change 27:52 Using strengths to support flexibility 28:47 Why executive functioning matters for all clients 29:17 How to continue your learning Key Lessons Learned: Executive functioning provides a powerful lens for inclusive coaching. Many behaviours labelled as procrastination or resistance are task initiation challenges. Brain aligned systems are more effective than forcing traditional productivity methods. Coaching style must adapt to support working memory and accessibility. Self compassion is a critical outcome of neurodivergent inclusive coaching. Impulsivity and flexibility can be strengths when understood and supported. Awareness of executive functioning accelerates trust and progress in coaching. Keywords: coaching neurodivergent clients, executive functioning in coaching, ADHD coaching strategies neurodivergent inclusive coaching, task initiation procrastination coaching, working memory coaching techniques, emotional regulation for neurodivergent clients, flexible thinking coaching strength based neurodiversity coaching, ICF neurodivergent coaching training, Links & Resources: Neurodivergent Inclusive Coaching programme: https://www.igcompany.com/nd

What becomes possible in your coaching when you are no longer afraid of emotions, but fully equipped to work with them? In this episode, we open the door to a programme that so many coaches feel drawn to, yet often hesitate to step into. We wanted to explore not only what the Emotions Coaching Practitioner training is, but why it has such a profound impact on the way we coach, the way we experience our work and the way our clients transform. The most powerful coaching conversations have always been the ones where emotions are present. They are the moments where change happens in real time. There is no long list of actions to take away and force into an already busy life. Instead, the shift happens in the session. Clients see themselves differently. They experience their challenges differently. Something that once felt fixed dissolves because it has finally been seen and understood. We talk about how this depth of work amplifies every part of your coaching practice. Your confidence grows because you know how to hold the space when life happens for your clients. Senior leaders navigating grief, diagnosis, burnout, fertility struggles or overwhelming pressure do not need to be turned away or redirected. They need a coach who can stay present, ethical and grounded while still working towards their goals. That is the mastery this training develops. There is also a personal dimension that cannot be separated from the professional. As you expand your own emotional capacity, your ability to co regulate, remain present and work within the coaching competencies becomes stronger. You are no longer second guessing whether something is too much. You are equipped, supported and deeply resourced. We share how this training gives coaches the courage to finally step into the niche they feel called towards. So many people carry lived experience of menopause, neurodivergence, burnout, divorce, grief or major life transitions and feel a strong pull to support others in those spaces. Yet they dilute their message because they are unsure how to hold the emotional depth. This programme removes that barrier. It gives you the tools, the ethical framework and the community to go all in on the work that matters most to you. What continues to move us is the feedback from our alumni. They describe the programme as life changing, as the missing piece of coaching, as a direct route to deeper client transformation. They talk about the immediate difference in their sessions, the new services they create, the group programmes they design and the impact they bring into organisations through workshops and wellbeing initiatives. We also reflect on the future of the coaching profession. In a world where AI can replicate structured coaching models, what will always remain uniquely human is presence, emotional depth and the ability to sit with another person in their most real moments. This is mastery level coaching. It is how you future proof your practice and raise the standard of the industry. At its heart, this programme is about belonging to something bigger. It is about being part of a movement that brings emotional work into coaching in a way that is ethical, rigorous, practical and deeply human. And it is about creating a space for yourself as a coach where your own growth, resilience and authenticity are continually supported. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction to the Emotions Coaching Practitioner 00:31 Why coaches feel called to this training 01:00 The power of emotional work in client transformation 02:36 Greater enjoyment and depth in your coaching practice 03:06 Real client impact at senior leadership level 03:33 Alumni experiences and life changing outcomes 04:26 Programme structure and learning experience 05:21 Coaches with lived experience and the call to niche 06:21 Working in emotive fields with confidence and ethics 07:18 Holding space for complex client realities 08:17 Creating psychological safety for your clients 10:10 Coaching versus therapy and staying within contract 11:08 Co regulation and coach resilience 13:28 The missing piece in many coaching approaches 14:27 From natural supporter to skilled practitioner 15:26 New services, group programmes and organisational delivery 16:24 A mastery level CPD experience 17:21 Future proofing coaching in an AI world 18:19 Sustaining yourself emotionally as a coach 19:17 The intimacy and community of the programme 20:33 Depth, authenticity and transformative learning 22:20 A full spectrum understanding of emotions 22:58 How to find out more and enrol Key Lessons Learned: Emotional work creates immediate and lasting transformation for clients. Mastery in coaching comes from the ability to hold presence in complex human experiences. Expanding your own emotional capacity strengthens your professional confidence and resilience. This training enables coaches to step fully into meaningful niches. Deep emotional competence is a way to future proof your coaching in an AI influenced world. The programme supports personal growth, commercial expansion and ethical practice. Belonging to a community of emotionally focused coaches elevates standards across the profession. Keywords: emotions coaching practitioner, emotional intelligence coaching training, mastery level coaching skills, coaching with emotions, trauma informed coaching CPD, niche coaching confidence, future proof your coaching business, advanced coaching certification UK, coaching presence and co regulation, transformational coaching methods, Links & Resources: Emotions Coaching Practitioner programme: https://www.igcompany.com/emotions-coaching

What if the real transformation from coaching is not the career, but the way every relationship in your life begins to evolve? In this episode, we explore a conversation that began with a simple observation about how difficult it can feel to form meaningful friendships in adulthood and unfolded into something far more profound. As we reflected on our own journeys and the experiences of the coaches we train, it became clear that coaching is not only a professional pathway. It is a catalyst for deeper connection, richer communication and a more intentional relationship with ourselves and others. We share how learning to coach invites a level of self-awareness that reshapes what we look for in friendships, partnerships and working relationships. For us, this has meant moving towards more soulful, values-led connections. Relationships become less about proximity or history and more about alignment, growth and authenticity. That shift can feel expansive and, at times, confronting, particularly when boundaries become clearer and we recognise what no longer fits. We talk openly about how coaching can strengthen marriages and long-term partnerships, not because the relationship is the focus of the coaching, but because personal insight changes the way we communicate, express needs and listen. When one person grows, the relationship is invited to grow too. Sometimes that leads to renewal and deeper intimacy. Sometimes it leads to difficult but necessary change. There is also a powerful ripple effect. When one person invests in their development, it often inspires others to pursue their own path, whether through coaching, therapy or long-held ambitions. This is self-leadership in action. Going first creates permission for others to follow in their own way. We reflect on the subtle transformations that coaching brings to everyday life. The relationship with work can shift from endurance to joy. The way we lead teams becomes more empowering and less about control. Parenting becomes more conscious. Even our relationship with time, health, possessions and rest can change as our values become clearer. One of the most meaningful themes in this conversation is the evolving relationship with ourselves. Coaching reveals the hidden beliefs and internal patterns that quietly shape our decisions. As those come into awareness, we begin to live more by design and less by default. With that comes greater self-trust, a stronger connection to the future version of ourselves and the courage to take steps that once felt out of reach. This episode is an honest reflection on growth. Coaching does not remove life's complexity, but it gives us the capacity to navigate it with intention, compassion and clarity. And in doing so, every relationship we have begins to change shape. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction to how coaching changes relationships 00:30 Why meaningful friendships can feel harder in adulthood 01:28 The search for purpose, connection and depth 02:24 How coaching strengthens partnerships and marriages 04:15 Boundaries and relationships that no longer fit 05:10 Inspiring growth in others through self-leadership 06:37 Redefining expectations of joy in work 07:35 Coaching and the changing relationship with children and teams 09:28 Closure, reintegration and subtle personal shifts 10:53 Discovering blind spots and hidden beliefs 12:38 Living life by design and conscious choice 14:04 Changing relationships with health, time and physical possessions 15:37 Trusting intuition and following the inner call to coach 17:33 Finding your people through coaching 18:02 Connecting with your future self 20:27 Recognising clarity, purpose and momentum in others 22:12 Big life changes during coach training 23:09 How to start your coaching journey Key Lessons Learned: Deep self-awareness transforms the quality and depth of every relationship. Clear boundaries create space for more aligned and sustainable connections. Personal growth often inspires growth in partners, friends and colleagues. Coaching shifts leadership from control to empowerment and legacy. Living by design strengthens self-trust and decision making. Joy at work is a belief that can be learned and embodied. Following the pull towards coaching is often a response to an inner knowing. Keywords: coaching and relationships, how coaching changes your life, coach training personal transformation self awareness and relationships, values based living, coaching for confidence and clarity, leadership and coaching skills, boundary setting and personal growth, finding your purpose through coaching life by design coaching, Links & Resources: IG Company website: https://www.igcompany.com Coaching course quiz: https://www.mycoachingcourse.com

What if redundancy was not the end of your career story, but the moment you finally stepped into the work you were meant to do? In this episode, we explore what it truly means to redundancy proof your career in a world where roles are disappearing, industries are reshaping, and AI is accelerating change at a pace many people never expected. We reflect on how redundancy is rarely only about the loss of a job. It touches identity, confidence, security, and the deep question of who we are when our professional label is removed. We talk openly about how coaching training develops skills that cannot be automated. Deep listening, emotional intelligence, self regulation, perspective taking, strategic thinking, and the ability to navigate complexity. These are the human capabilities that organisations need more than ever and that individuals need in order to remain adaptable, resilient, and employable across multiple career transitions. We share how redundancy often creates a crossroads moment. Sometimes it arrives as a shock. Sometimes it arrives as the nudge we secretly needed to leave a role that no longer fitted. Either way, it invites reflection. Who am I beyond my job title. What do I want my work to stand for. What am I being called towards next. From personal experience, we reflect on how coach training acts as both an insurance policy and a catalyst. It builds metacognition, the ability to notice how you think as well as what you think. It supports emotional regulation during uncertainty. It strengthens decision making and helps people move from fear driven reactions into intentional, values led choices. We also explore how professional accredited coaching qualifications signal ethical maturity and leadership capability in a changing employment market. Whether you want to become a coach, lead through change, work at board level, build a portfolio career, or future proof yourself against redundancy, the psychological shift that comes through coaching training changes how you experience work, identity, and possibility. Ultimately, we reflect on how redundancy does not have to be something that happens to you. With the right mindset and skills, it can become something you co create with. A doorway rather than a dead end. A transition rather than a termination. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction and why redundancy is now a widespread reality 01:20 Redundancy and identity, why it feels personal 02:10 Skills that cannot be automated through coaching training 03:20 Redundancy as a crossroads and opportunity 05:10 Coach training as a multiplier and resilience builder 07:00 Zoe's personal redundancy story and stepping into business 09:50 Metacognition and emotional regulation in uncertainty 11:40 Coaching skills in leadership and organisational change 13:30 Coaching qualifications as career insurance 15:00 Redundancy as a niche for coaches and organisations 16:50 Decision making, intuition, and embodied confidence 18:45 Choice, perspective, and emotional intelligence 21:00 Depersonalising redundancy and seeing the bigger system 23:00 The psychological shift that future proofs your career 24:00 Next steps and resources Key Lessons Learned: Redundancy often impacts identity more than income and requires emotional as well as practical resilience. Coaching training develops human skills that AI and automation cannot replace. Metacognition helps people move from fear driven thinking to intentional career choices. Accredited coach training signals emotional intelligence, ethical maturity, and leadership capability to organisations. Redundancy can become a catalyst for aligned career change rather than a crisis when supported by reflective practice. Coaching skills enable adaptability across portfolio careers, leadership roles, consultancy, and board level positions. Keywords: Redundancy proofing, coach training, future proof your career, career resilience, emotional intelligence at work, leadership development, career transition support, redundancy coaching, professional coaching qualification, adaptability in the workplace, career change mindset, executive coaching skills. Links and Resources www.mycoachingcourse.com www.igcompany.com/ilm-call https://igcompany.co.uk/howto

Are you looking for CPD that actually fits into real life while still deepening your confidence and capability as a coach? As we recorded this episode, we found ourselves reflecting on the growing gap between what coaches need from professional development and what most CPD programmes actually deliver. We know how busy life is. We know how difficult it can be to commit to long programmes with heavy time demands. And we also know how frustrating it feels to learn theory without truly knowing how to apply it in real coaching conversations. This episode is our response to that reality. We introduce our Done for You 2026 CPD programme, the How To Series, a bite size, practical and accredited professional development journey designed specifically around the topics coaches face every day. Each session is rooted in a popular Coaching Crowd podcast episode and translated into a facilitated, interactive learning experience that bridges the gap between insight and action. Across the conversation, we talk openly about why this series matters to us. We share how the idea was born from listening closely to our community and noticing which podcast episodes consistently resonate, such as coaching confidence, fear, burnout, overwhelm and uncertainty. These are not abstract topics. They are live issues showing up in coaching rooms week after week. Each 'How To' session is a two and a half hour live workshop that includes a focused teaching summary, a practical coaching activity, live demonstrations, peer practice, feedback, and reflective discussion. We wanted to create CPD that feels immediately useful, supports skill integration, and builds real coaching confidence. This is learning you can take straight into your next client session. We also reflect on accessibility. This series is designed for qualified coaches, leaders, managers and those using coaching skills in their work. It is accredited, offering CCEs, while remaining financially accessible and flexible. Coaches can attend individual sessions or commit to the full year and have their 2026 CPD fully mapped out in advance. Throughout the episode, we talk about community, experimentation and our desire to create a shared learning space where coaches can connect, practise, ask real questions and grow together. This is about more than content. It is about confidence, capability and belonging within the coaching profession. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction and why this episode matters 00:57 Why bite size CPD works for busy coaches 01:26 What is included in each How To session 01:55 Overview of the 10 coaching topics 02:24 Creating a full CPD plan for 2026 02:51 Accreditation, CCEs and pricing structure 03:46 Why these topics resonate with coaches 04:06 Who this CPD is designed for 05:04 How to access the programme and resources 06:02 Community, connection and future possibilities 07:43 Limited time offer and enrolment window 08:33 Who can attend and who it is suitable for 09:57 Live demos and experiential learning 12:21 Practice, feedback and reflective integration 13:43 Flexibility, value and long term impact 15:20 Closing reflections and invitation Key Lessons Learned: CPD is most effective when it supports immediate application in real coaching conversations Bite size learning can deliver depth when it is well designed and facilitated Coaches value live demonstrations as a bridge between theory and practice Accessibility and affordability increase engagement and consistency with professional development Community and shared learning strengthen confidence, identity and capability as a coach Links and Resources: https://www.igcompany.com/howto Keywords: Coaching CPD 2026, accredited coaching CPD, bite size coaching training, coaching professional development, coaching skills development, coaching confidence training, coaching burnout CPD, live coaching workshops, coach accreditation CCEs, The Coaching Crowd podcast

2026 CPD Accelerator: https://igcompany.com/CPD2026 What if the way you approach your CPD this year could fundamentally shape your confidence, energy, and impact as a coach? In this episode, we sat down to have an honest, grounded conversation about what continuous professional development really looks like for coaches in practice, not theory. As Master Accredited Coaches and founders of an accredited coach training provider, we reflected openly on our own CPD journeys, including the years of intense learning, the quieter phases focused on business growth, and the moments where CPD crept up on us through deadlines, reaccreditation reminders, or a deep need for stimulation and renewal. We explored why so many coaches fall into reactive CPD patterns, binge learning one year and neglecting it the next, and what happens when CPD becomes something you chase at the last minute rather than plan with intention. Throughout the conversation, we found ourseleves reflecting on how powerful it feels when CPD is aligned with who you are as a coach, the clients you serve, and the impact you want to have, rather than driven by fear, comparison, or industry pressure. We talked about compassion fatigue, confidence dips, and the quiet anxiety that can show up when CV requests or accreditation deadlines land unexpectedly. We also explored the joy of learning for learning's sake, the gift of community and connection that comes from cohort-based CPD, and the way one programme can open doors you did not even know existed. This episode is also about practicality. We discussed the importance of anchoring CPD into your diary, planning financially, and understanding your own learning preferences, whether that is bite-sized learning, intensive programmes, or facilitated cohorts. We share reflections on how CPD can reignite momentum for early-stage coaches, support experienced coaches returning after time away, and help those who trained years ago feel current, capable, and confident again in today's coaching landscape. As we step into 2026, this conversation is an invitation to pause, reflect, and choose your CPD with clarity and intention. We also introduced the CPD Accelerator, a short, focused experience designed to help you map out your CPD for the year ahead in a way that feels supportive, energising, and achievable. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction and why CPD matters at the start of a new year 00:57 Our personal experiences of binge learning and CPD cycles 01:50 Why coaches need CPD that reflects real client issues 03:36 Planning CPD with intention rather than urgency 04:35 Compassion fatigue and filling your own cup as a coach 06:18 Missing opportunities and the cost of not planning ahead 08:30 Choosing CPD from confidence rather than fear 09:49 The power of community and cohort-based learning 11:28 CPD for early-stage and returning coaches 14:37 When CPD is imperfect and still valuable 18:15 Introducing the CPD Accelerator for 2026 Key Lessons Learned: CPD has the power to shape not only your skills, but your confidence, energy, and identity as a coach. Planning CPD early creates focus, financial clarity, and space to choose learning that truly fits. The best CPD is aligned with your strengths, gaps, and the clients you want to serve. Community and connection are often as valuable as the content itself. CPD works best when entered from a place of intention rather than panic or comparison. Links & Resources: CPD Accelerator: https://www.igcompany.com/CPD2026 How to Coach Series: https://www.igcompany.com/howto Keywords: Coach CPD 2026, coaching continuous professional development, CPD planning for coaches, coach accreditation CPD, coaching confidence development, professional development for coaches, coaching CPD programmes, coach learning and development,