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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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June 10, 202644 min

Ep 60: Celebrating Five Years: Supervision, Community & the Coaching Journey

To mark their 5th birthday, co-hosts Sarah Bramall and Rebecca Daniel are joined by community members Emma Lee and Vanessa Parpinel, who are both supervisees in the Coaching Catalysts Supervision Collective.Emma shares how perimenopause sparked her transition into midlife mindset coaching, while Vanessa reflects on leaving a global flight attendant career to become an NLP practitioner and holistic coach.Together, they explore career reinvention, the value of supervision, and the power of community. Expect honest reflections, top tips for new coaches, and an inspiring reminder that trusting your unique path makes all the difference.Highlights: 00:15 Meet the guests: Emma Lee & Vanessa Parpinel 03:58 Emma Lee: Perimenopause led to training in coaching 08:15 Vanessa Parpinel: Flight attendant life, and the leap into coaching 13:37 Holding space and the impact of energy in group supervision 14:37 Emma Lee on coaching women through menopause 20:14 Vanessa Parpinel on burnout and helping people move forward 24:31 Why it’s good to invest in supervision before qualifying 29:09 The role of challenge, community, and authentic connection in supervision 33:24 The power of in-person meetups & building coaching networks 38:08 Every coach’s unique path & importance of action 40:06 Two-word reflectionsKey words: Coaching, supervision, transitions, midlife women, burnout, confidence, mindset, personal growth, career change, menopause, community, connection, holistic practice, resilience, support, wellbeing, energy, learning, peer supportConnect with us here:Website: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com—Work with us:Find out more about our supervision service: https://page.thecoachingcatalysts.com/the-collective Train to become a professional coach supervisor: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/supervision-diploma For ICF mentoring: https://go.thecoachingcatalysts.com/icf-mentor-coachingBook a call: https://tidycal.com/coachingcatalysts/explorationcall— Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecoachingcatalystsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecoachingcatalysts_ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thecoachingcatalystsSarah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahbramallcoaching/Rebecca: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielrebecca/And our Whatsapp:https://wa.me/15557022689—About Vanessa Parpinel:Vanessa is a wellbeing and holistic coach, life coach, NLP practitioner, mentor, and certified Mental Health First Aider with MHFA England. She supports individuals through major life transitions, burnout, and periods of deep personal change, offering grounded, compassionate support rooted in emotional safety.Before coaching, Vanessa spent 18 years as a flight attendant, navigating constant pressure and demanding environments, giving her a first-hand insight into chronic fatigue, burnout, and the discomfort of staying in a life that no longer fits. She is especially drawn to working with those who feel stuck or afraid to leave familiar patterns behind.Connect with Vanessa:Website: coachingodyssey.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vanessa-parpinel-46063933b/About Emma Lee:Emma helps her clients choose themselves, step into their potential, and become the main character of their own story. Her approach centres on mindset, beliefs, and the unhelpful stories people tell themselves based on past experiences. These thoughts can feel very real but they are not always true or accurate. By shifting that inner narrative, Emma acts as a catalyst, building momentum to help individuals move forward with clarity, confidence, and energy. Emma works with adults, teenagers, schools, and businesses, tailoring her approach to each person or group. Connect with Emma:Website: https://www.emmalee.life/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmalee-mindsetcoach/Produced by winteraudio.co.uk

May 27, 202636 min

Ep 59: Evolving as a Coach & Supervisor with Tracey Croucher-Clark and Amy Kranz

What does it look like to continuously grow as a coach and what happens when you step into the world of professional supervision?In this episode, co-hosts Sarah Bramall and Rebecca Daniel sit down with two long-standing members of the Coaching Catalysts community, Tracey Croucher-Clark,accredited executive and developmental coach, and Amy Kranz, spiritual life and transitions coach.Tracey Croucher-Clark and Amy Kranz are both supervisees and supervisors-in-training on the Catalysts’ professional Supervision Diploma. They share honest stories of how they entered the coaching world, why supervision has become pivotal in their journeys, and the evolution of their coaching practices from working internally with organisations to supporting young people and fellow coaches.You’ll hear inspiring lessons on finding your “fit” in coaching, the importance of community, and why supervision is the “missing link” that sustains new (and seasoned) coaches.Highlights:00:17 Meet the guests: Tracey Croucher-Clark & Amy Kranz02:46 Amy Kranz: From Beijing isolation to finding her coaching tribe04:51 The journey from educator to coach and into creative adventures08:36 Tracey Croucher-Clark: Preparing for retirement, finding her “tribe,” and the courage to trust13:13 Introducing coach supervision in public sector organisations14:19 Supporting young people returning to education17:04 Why train as a supervisor? Supervision as the next “meta” step20:59 Supervision as the essential support network for coaches25:11 What every coach needs to know: You are your own first client26:45 Niches: let them evolve as you do27:45 Harnessing vision, courage, and taking small steps32:11 Two-word checkoutKey words:Coaching, supervision, leadership, professional development, community, transitions, confidence, creativity, belonging, public sector, education, growth, resilience, self-coaching, support, wellbeing, creative blocks, international schools, personal evolutionConnect with us here:Website: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com—Work with us:Find out more about our supervision service: https://page.thecoachingcatalysts.com/the-collective Train to become a professional coach supervisor: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/supervision-diploma For ICF mentoring: https://go.thecoachingcatalysts.com/icf-mentor-coachingBook a call: https://tidycal.com/coachingcatalysts/explorationcall—Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecoachingcatalystsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecoachingcatalysts_ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thecoachingcatalystsSarah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahbramallcoaching/Rebecca: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielrebecca/And our Whatsapp:https://wa.me/15557022689—About Tracey Croucher-Clark:Tracey Croucher-Clark is the founder of The Compass Coach, with over 28 years of public sector experience. She works across three specialist areas: coaching neurodivergent and anxious young people to build resilience and re-engage with learning; providing confidential supervision for leaders and coaches in education, public services, and charities; and delivering inspiring workshops on coaching, mindset, and the conscious and unconscious mind. She is also co-founder of NT Coaching, delivering a whole-systems approach to wellbeing in schools across NE Hampshire.About Amy Kranz:Amy Kranz is the founder of Clear Path, a Spiritual Life & Transitions Coaching practice specialising in cross-cultural communication and unblocking creative blocks. She is passionate about empowering women of a certain age to take on solo international travel adventures that could just change their lives.Produced by winteraudio.co.uk

May 13, 202637 min

Ep 58: Embracing Emotional Growth in Parenting with Life Coach Leonora Found

What happens when the role of “mother” or “caregiver” overshadows your sense of self? In this episode, co-hosts Sarah Bramall and Rebecca Daniel sit down with long-standing friend and member of the Catalysts, accredited life coach, and author of I’m Fine, Leonora Found. This is an honest, laughter-filled conversation about identity, emotional growth, and the power of community. Leonora shares her journey from industrial psychology and communications into full-time motherhood and then into coaching. She reveals how her lived experiences and struggles with confidence, burnout, and identity shaped her mission: to support parents in raising emotionally literate families, starting with themselves. Together, the trio explore how supervision, community, and self-coaching feed personal and professional growth, the realities (and hilarious moments!) of parenting through every stage, and why self-care matters for everyone.Whether you’re a parent, coach, leader, carer, or simply someone juggling the needs of others with your own development, this episode offers heartfelt stories and brilliant practical advice.Highlights:01:29 Introducing Leonora Found: how motherhood redefined her identity02:43 Losing confidence and sense of self “under the hood” of motherhood04:40 The data: stats on maternal overload and role confusion08:35 The importance of supervision and community10:04 The ripple effect: why you actually parent better when you prioritise your own growth12:46 The catalyst: how The Collective and supervision fueled Leonora’s transformation15:02 The value of group supervision, even when not actively coaching16:53 Raising emotionally resilient families: starting with mums 19:37 I’m Fine: the core message and motivation behind the book21:10 Parental emotional growth: central, not optional23:35 Parenting teens and young adults and filling the support gap28:47 Bringing emotional literacy workshops into schools and beyond31:03 Supporting parents (and educators) is key to build resilient families32:11 Two-word checkout.Key words:Parenting, emotional literacy, self-care, coaching, motherhood, identity, burnout, confidence, supervision, group coaching, resilience, growth, raising children, parental guilt, storytelling, learning, self-reflection, familyConnect with us here:Website: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com—Work with us:Find out more about our supervision service: https://page.thecoachingcatalysts.com/the-collective Train to become a professional coach supervisor: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/supervision-diploma For ICF mentoring: https://go.thecoachingcatalysts.com/icf-mentor-coachingBook a call: https://tidycal.com/coachingcatalysts/explorationcall— Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecoachingcatalystsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecoachingcatalysts_ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thecoachingcatalystsSarah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahbramallcoaching/Rebecca: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielrebecca/And our Whatsapp:https://wa.me/15557022689—About Leonora FoundLeonora Found is an author and life coach who helps mothers better understand themselves, their emotions, and their relationships. Her work focuses on helping women slow down, reconnect with their needs, and create stronger emotional connections within families.She is the author of I’m Fine, which explores the emotional labour and identity shifts of motherhood, offering practical tools for emotional awareness and communication at home.Through Leonora Found Coaching, she works with mothers and young people to strengthen understanding and emotional connection within families, and is currently expanding her work into schools to support stronger relationships between students, parents, and educators.Connect with Leonora:Website: https://leonorafound.com/author/ Produced by winteraudio.co.uk

April 29, 202631 min

Ep 57: Coaching Journeys: Accreditation, Solutions Focus, and AI with Janine Waldman

What does it really mean to be a “proper coach” today? In a world of shifting accreditation, rapidly changing technology, and evolving communities, the answer is anything but simple.In this episode, Sarah Bramall and Rebecca Daniel sit down with Janine Waldman, director and co-owner of The Solutions Focus and Membership Director of APEX (the Association for Professional Executive Coaching and Supervision), to explore coaching in the real world. Janine shares her journey from HR and L&D to solution-focused coaching, a practical, no-nonsense approach built on one idea: find what works and do more of it.They also tackle AI head-on. Not as a replacement, but as a sharp thinking partner that challenges assumptions and deepens reflection. The result? A candid, grounded conversation about staying human, relevant, and effective in a rapidly changing coaching landscape.Highlights:01:40 How Sarah first met Janine.03:39 How Janine discovered coaching.05:52 What is a "solutions focus" approach?08:17 Why does a “solution focus” approach create positive change for clients?09:30 Janine recommends her books “Positively Speaking” and “The Resilience Pocketbook” for coaches interested in solutions focus.12:16 Janine shares her excitement about using AI tools to reflect on and analyse her coaching practice.13:13 How AI can be a useful thinking partner but cautions against relying on it without human judgment.16:07 Coaching should be a distinct profession, accessible to people from varying backgrounds, not just psychologists.17:07 The importance of accreditation.19:36 Janine’s new role as membership director of APEX21:47 ICF membership, the value of community and learning from peers.24:20 The keys to essential professional growth: community, peer education and supervision.25:32 Two-word takeawaysKey Words: Coaching, coaching culture, positive psychology, wellbeing, resilience, group coaching, peer support, leadership development, strengths-based coaching, continuous development, internal coaching pool, community, professional growth, workplace wellbeing,Connect with us here:Website:https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.comWork with us:Find out more about our supervision service here: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/collective Train to become a professional coach supervisor here: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/supervision-diploma To book a call: https://tidycal.com/coachingcatalysts/explorationcallFor ICF mentoring see here: https://go.thecoachingcatalysts.com/icf-mentor-coaching Social Media:https://www.facebook.com/thecoachingcatalystshttps://www.instagram.com/thecoachingcatalysts_ https://www.linkedin.com/company/thecoachingcatalystsSarah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahbramallcoaching/Rebecca: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielrebecca/And our Whatsapp here:https://wa.me/15557022689About Janine WaldmanJanine is an executive coach and leadership consultant with first-hand experience of leading in complex, high-pressure environments across a 25-year career. Her background is in HR and OD roles, and she counts brands such as Accenture, Warner Brothers and BNP Paribas among her portfolio of clients.Janine is passionate about creating a confidential space for leaders to think clearly about how they’re perceived, their impact and what they want to shift. She’s a lifelong believer in people’s ability to surprise themselves, working in a direct and practical way to bring about lasting change.Connect with Janine:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisastone01/Website: https://www.right.com/en/Produced by winteraudio.co.uk

April 15, 202626 min

Ep 56: Cultivating a Coaching Culture at ITV with Kirsty Duncan

What does it mean to truly embed coaching at the heart of organisational wellbeing and development? In this energising episode, co-hosts Sarah Bramall and Rebecca Daniel sit down with Kirsty Duncan, Head of Learning, Development and Wellbeing at ITV and founder of Kirsty Duncan Coaching. The conversation is a deep dive into how one leader is helping build a thriving, strengths-based coaching culture from the inside out, while growing her own independent coaching practice along the way.Kirsty shares her journey from qualifying as a coach during lockdown, to rolling out group coaching programmes focused on wellbeing, resilience, and positive psychology across ITV. She opens up about her commitment to continuous development (including recent positive psychology training) and how it’s impacted both her confidence as a coach and the effectiveness of her work with leaders, managers, and peers.The discussion explores the value of group and peer support, the practicalities (and challenges) of running an internal coaching pool, and the importance of ongoing community for coaches at any stage of their journey.Highlights:01:21 Kirsty Duncan shares her journey into coaching and her role at ITV03:09 Why wellbeing is at the centre of coaching programmes, and how group coaching builds peer support04:39 How training in positive psychology has shaped Kirsty’s coaching philosophy and toolkit06:31 "More good days by design" and how to intentionally create more of them07:53 The impact of ongoing learning and upskilling for coaches08:52 How strengths-based coaching is creating tangible shifts10:49 Building and sustaining an internal coaching pool13:20 The real challenges: Time, scalability, and maintaining growth14:15 Kirsty’s story of how being coached through a challenging transition led to her training as a coach16:46 It’s not just about what happens during that 1 hour coaching session18:11 Growing an independent coaching practice: What excites Kirsty about her next chapter.Key words: Coaching, coaching culture, positive psychology, wellbeing, resilience, group coaching, peer support, leadership development, strengths-based coaching, continuous development, internal coaching pool, community, professional growth, workplace wellbeing, more good days by designConnect with us here:Website:https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.comWork with us:FREE Supervision Experience for Coaches: Listening Partnerships, register here: https://bit.ly/supervisionexperienceOur roundtable discussions for internal coaches here:https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/organisationalcoachesFind out more about our supervision service here: http://bit.ly/coaching-collectiveTo book a call: https://tidycal.com/coachingcatalysts/explorationcallTo become a professional coach supervisor with The Coaching Catalysts, head here: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/supervisiondiplomaFor ICF mentoring see here: https://bit.ly/catalystsmentorcoachingSocial Media:https://www.facebook.com/thecoachingcatalystshttps://www.instagram.com/thecoachingcatalysts_ https://www.linkedin.com/company/thecoachingcatalystsSarah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahbramallcoaching/Rebecca: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielrebecca/And our Whatsapp here:https://wa.me/15557022689About Kirsty Duncan:Kirsty Duncan is a Learning and Development Professional for over 20 years, or Head of Learning, Development and Wellbeing, and founder of Kirsty Duncan Coaching. At ITV, she leads the strategy for Learning and Development across the organisation, which is designed to support colleagues in developing a career they love and building the skills they need to thrive, with wellbeing at the heart of the development strategy. She is also a qualified coach, EMCC accredited, and is currently completing a Positive Psychology in Coaching Qualification with Paseda360.Produced by winteraudio.co.uk

April 1, 202637 min

Ep 55: Building Confidence and Connection through Mentor Coaching with Kim Cutler

What does the mentor coaching journey really look like, and how does it shape you as a coach? In this episode, co-hosts Sarah Bramall and Rebecca Daniel are joined by Kim Cutler, an ICF PCC executive & leadership coach and one of the Coaching Catalyst’s beloved mentor coaches for an honest, insightful conversation about credentialing, community, and growth.Kim shares her transformation from a demanding decade in corporate finance to building a fulfilling practice in executive and mentor coaching, sparked by her own experience as a coachee. The trio reflects on their diverse paths to ICF credentialing, what “community” really means during coach development, and why mentor coaching is so much more than a tick-box exercise.Whether you’re a new coach considering credentialing or a seasoned practitioner looking for your next stretch, this episode is packed with wisdom, encouragement, and actionable advice.Highlights:00:57 Kim’s introduction: From corporate finance to coaching 02:30 The turning point, how a career break and coaching sparked change 05:55 The difference between a slow and all-in approach to credentialing 07:11 Learning, books, and the value of deep transformation 09:17 There’s no single “right” route to your ICF credential 10:06 Why community matters (and how to find yours) 13:46 What really happens in mentor coaching15:21 How mentor coaching brings out your strengths (not just your weaknesses) 18:39 Navigating discomfort and moving from tick-box to transformation 22:32 Finding your unique coaching style, holding the standards, not rigidity 23:12 The future of coaching and the journey toward potential regulation 24:14 Demystifying the mentor coaching and credentialing process 28:35 Start before you’re ready, practical tips for coach development 30:20 How the Coaching Catalysts supports you every step of the way 31:00 Why collaboration, diversity in feedback, and fun matter 33:29 Two-word checkouts.Key words: Mentor coaching, ICF credentialing, coach development, executive coaching, PCC, ACC, coaching community, coach supervision, growth, coach support, professional standards, coaching pathways, learning, courage, finding your style, coaching practice, self-reflection, group coaching, coaching industryConnect with us here:Website:https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.comWork with us: Find out more about our supervision service here: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/collective Train to become a professional coach supervisor here: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/supervision-diploma To book a call: https://tidycal.com/coachingcatalysts/explorationcall For ICF mentoring see here: https://go.thecoachingcatalysts.com/icf-mentor-coaching Social Media:https://www.facebook.com/thecoachingcatalystshttps://www.instagram.com/thecoachingcatalysts_ https://www.linkedin.com/company/thecoachingcatalystsSarah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahbramallcoaching/Rebecca: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielrebecca/And our Whatsapp here:https://wa.me/15557022689About Kim Cutler:Kim Cutler is a professional coach with over eight years’ experience working with executives, senior leaders, emerging talent, and professionals across sectors including finance, tech, education, and the public sector. Her coaching style is grounded, human, and quietly powerful, offering a blend of insight, challenge, and warmth.Kim holds a BSc (Hons) in Psychology, is an accredited Lumina Practitioner, and a Professional Certified Coach (PCC) with the ICF. She is also a registered ICF Mentor Coach and Assessor, supporting coaches working towards their ACC and PCC credentials.She creates a reflective and honest space where personal insight meets practical action, helping clients grow in confidence and impact.Produced by winteraudio.co.uk

March 18, 202648 min

Ep 54: Making Coaching Scalable: Insights on Diversity, Leadership, and Global Trends with Lisa Stone

What does it really take to build a thriving coaching culture inside organisations today and where does technology like AI fit in? In this episode, co-hosts Sarah Bramall and Rebecca Daniel sit down with Lisa Stone, Head of Coaching at Right Management and senior consultant at Talent Solutions, for an honest, wide-ranging conversation covering the real opportunities and challenges facing coaches and organisations in 2026.Lisa shares her personal journey from balancing a long career in talent development with motherhood and adoption, to finally pursuing her formal coaching accreditation after starting out with informal guidance years earlier.The conversation explores finding your ‘secret sauce’ as a coach and what’s changing in the coaching landscape. The rise of group and peer coaching, the growing push for diversity and inclusivity (including lived experience and neurodiversity), and how organisations can make coaching more scalable without losing the magic of human connection. This episode is packed with reflection, strategy, and practical inspiration for the future of coaching.Highlights:01:01 Lisa’s professional & personal story04:19 Why Lisa was drawn to coaching and how her journey links parenting and professional development08:09 The reality of juggling qualifications, motherhood, and career12:23 How coaching is being integrated and how to make it scalable14:09 Why “space” and “presence” are powerful for leaders18:17 Where are the coaching opportunities?21:19 Global coaching trends: AI in coaching, cultural competence, coaching sector specialisms, and neurodiversity in coaching24:03 Being clear on what you can offer as a coach27:08 Harnessing the power of AI in coaching33:10 The impact of coaching for organisations36:54 Leadership challenges: building neuroinclusive teams through coaching40:04 The value of mentor coaching, supervision, and reflective practice42:58 Two-word checkouts.Key words:Coaching, coaching cultures, global trends, leadership, mentor coaching, neurodiversity in coaching, global coaching, AI in coaching, coaching in organisations, leadership coaching, diversity and inclusion in coaching,Connect with us here:Website:https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.comWork with us:FREE Supervision Experience for Coaches: Listening Partnerships, register here: https://bit.ly/supervisionexperienceOur roundtable discussions for internal coaches here:https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/organisationalcoachesFind out more about our supervision service here: http://bit.ly/coaching-collectiveTo book a call: https://tidycal.com/coachingcatalysts/explorationcallTo become a professional coach supervisor with The Coaching Catalysts, head here: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/supervisiondiplomaFor ICF mentoring see here: https://bit.ly/catalystsmentorcoachingSocial Media:https://www.facebook.com/thecoachingcatalystshttps://www.instagram.com/thecoachingcatalysts_ https://www.linkedin.com/company/thecoachingcatalystsSarah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahbramallcoaching/Rebecca: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielrebecca/And our Whatsapp here:https://wa.me/15557022689About Lisa StoneLisa is a Fellow of the CIPD and has worked as a Senior Consultant withRight Management since 2007. Lisa has been providing development,career and performance coaching to clients for the past eighteen yearsboth in the UK and globally. She works with all levels of seniority includingboard level and frequently uses psychometrics and 360 feedback tools inher coaching.LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisastone01/Website: https://www.right.com/en/Produced by winteraudio.co.uk

March 4, 202648 min

Ep 53: The Power of Internal Coaching for Innovation, Retention, and Productivity with Catherine Boddington

Is the buzz around “coaching culture” just hype, or are organisations really transforming performance, innovation, and staff engagement with internal coaching? In this special episode, co-hosts Sarah Bramall and Rebecca Daniel sit down with executive coach and Internal Coaches Network founder Catherine Boddington for a conversation that’s essential listening for anyone invested in organisational growth.From her unexpected journey out of law and into the world of talent development, Catherine shares the pivotal moments that shaped her approach to internal coaching and how cultivating in-house coaching capability delivers measurable change from retention to revenue. They discuss cutting-edge research, real-world success stories, and candidly explore why some organisations embrace coaching (and why others hesitate). Listen to discover how internal coaching can become a powerful catalyst for sustainable growth.Highlights:00:00 Meet internal coaching expert Catherine Boddington02:20 Catherine’s journey from law into building internal coaching networks04:11 How career transitions sparked her passion for coaching07:10 How tech and individualised work have set new trends in coaching10:10 Coaching for all: From “exec perks” to democratised growth14:24 The benefits of building a coaching culture18:04 Internal coaching boosts productivity, innovation, and staff retention23:31 Why some companies hesitate and how to build buy-in to coaching26:25 The reality of embedding a coaching culture33:44 The challenges internal coaches face38:36 Why supervision matters (especially for internal coaches)42:16 How to connect with Catherine and the Internal Coaches Network43:09 Two-word checkout46:07 Where to find more resources and keep the conversation going.Connect with us here:Website:https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.comWork with us:Our roundtable discussions for internal coaches here:https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/organisationalcoachesFind out more about our supervision service here: http://bit.ly/coaching-collectiveTo book a call: https://tidycal.com/coachingcatalysts/explorationcallTo become a professional coach supervisor with The Coaching Catalysts, head here: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/supervisiondiplomaFor ICF mentoring see here: https://bit.ly/catalystsmentorcoachingSocial Media:https://www.facebook.com/thecoachingcatalystshttps://www.instagram.com/thecoachingcatalysts_ https://www.linkedin.com/company/thecoachingcatalystsSarah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahbramallcoaching/Rebecca: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielrebecca/And our Whatsapp here:https://wa.me/15557022689About Catherine BoddingtonCatherine is a coaching and consulting professional who leads both the Internal Coach Network and her own practice, Boddington Coaching & Consulting. She runs a vibrant community for internal coaches, providing a space to share insights, collaborate, and learn from one another.Connect with Catherine:Website: https://www.boddington-cc.co.uk/coachingProduced by winteraudio.co.uk

February 18, 202637 min

Ep 52: Duty of Care and the Future of Coaching with Dr. Benita Mayhead

As a coach, how can you practice ethically in an industry that’s largely unregulated? In this episode of the Coaching Catalysts podcast, co-hosts Sarah Bramall and Rebecca Daniel are joined by Dr. Benita Mayhead, executive coach, supervisor, and author of Duty of Care in Coaching. Together, they dive deep into what it means to practice ethically in a largely unregulated industry, exploring Benita’s pioneering research on “duty of care”, both how coaches understand it and how it shows up in their practice. Benita, Rebecca and Sarah explore the evolution of ethics in coaching, the increasing complexity of work faced by experienced practitioners, and predictions for the profession’s future, including the growing prominence of supervision. The episode encourages coaches to reflect on their own sense of responsibility, learning, and curiosity, and reminds us all of the power of collaboration and care, both for clients and for ourselves as practitioners.Highlights: 02:56: Benita shares the origin story of her book, Duty of Care in Coaching 05:20 Benita’s doctoral research shines a light on what duty of care means to practitioners07:39 A crucial explanation of duty of care09:50 Duty of care shows up in multifaceted ways in coaching 11:38 Benita notes the importance of supervision, especially as coaches become more experienced and handle more complex cases16:43 There is a growing focus on our duty of care in light of AI and digital advancements20:50 Benita predicts continued fragmentation in the coaching industry but also a growth in the focus on supervision24:08 The importance of supervision from a legal perspective. 29:09 Insight into coaching practice: Benita and her team focus on deep-dives with leaders30:04 Two-word checkout.Connect with us here:Website:https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.comWork with us:Our roundtable discussions for internal coaches here:https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/organisationalcoachesFind out more about our supervision service here: http://bit.ly/coaching-collectiveTo book a call: https://tidycal.com/coachingcatalysts/explorationcallTo become a professional coach supervisor with The Coaching Catalysts, head here: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/supervisiondiplomaFor ICF mentoring see here: https://bit.ly/catalystsmentorcoachingSocial Media:https://www.facebook.com/thecoachingcatalystshttps://www.instagram.com/thecoachingcatalysts_ https://www.linkedin.com/company/thecoachingcatalystsSarah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahbramallcoaching/Rebecca: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielrebecca/And our Whatsapp here:https://wa.me/15557022689About Dr Benita Mayhead:Dr. Benita Mayhead has been in the field of learning and development since the 1980s, beginning her career in human resources within large corporates. Today, she enjoys her role as an executive coach and coach supervisor, collaborating with mid to senior level leaders, teams and fellow coaches.Benita has an MA and a professional doctorate in coaching and mentoring, both obtained from Oxford Brookes University. Her doctoral research focused on the ethics and duty of care of executive coaches. Her research has been published in various journals, and in 2023, Henley Business School honoured her with the Research Paper of the Year award for one of her contributions. She continues to write, and a book is underway.Her two daughters, family and friends come first for Benita, as does keeping fit and well. Living in Surrey with her husband, she can be found out walking with her dogs, most often at sunrise.Connect with Benita:Website: https://benitamayhead.com/ Social Media:https://www.linkedin.com/in/benita-mayhead-840ab95/ https://www.instagram.com/thedutyofcarecoach/ Produced by winteraudio.co.uk

February 4, 202640 min

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 online02:13 Lise describes her journey into executive coaching08:44 Lise’s approach and coaching methodology13:05 How trust and intuition in coaching grow with experience15:31 Lise’s “love and hate” experience of achieving Master Certified Coach status17:42 The power of listening back to your own coaching sessions24:51 Ethics, growth, and self-care are key in mentoring and coaching28:15 “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 success35:24 Two-word check-out Connect with us here:Website:https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.comWork with us:Our roundtable discussions for internal coaches here:https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/organisationalcoachesFind out more about our supervision service here: http://bit.ly/coaching-collectiveTo book a call: https://tidycal.com/coachingcatalysts/explorationcallTo become a professional coach supervisor with The Coaching Catalysts, head here: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/supervisiondiplomaFor ICF mentoring see here: https://bit.ly/catalystsmentorcoachingSocial Media:https://www.facebook.com/thecoachingcatalystshttps://www.instagram.com/thecoachingcatalysts_ https://www.linkedin.com/company/thecoachingcatalystsSarah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahbramallcoaching/Rebecca: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielrebecca/And our Whatsapp here:https://wa.me/15557022689About Lise Bruynooghe:Lise Bruynooghe is an essential partner to fast-thinking, high-performing and often unconventional leaders, much like a world-class sports coach to elite athletes. A Master Certified Coach with the International Coaching Federation (ICF) and the European Mentoring and Coaching Council (EMCC) and former senior executive at the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, she spent her career leading transformation in complex, global systems. Lise currently chairs the ICF Global Enterprise Board, founded the Lise Bruynooghe Academy, and is a globally recognised speaker on leadership, entrepreneurship, and transformation, including on TEDx.Connect with Lise:Website: www.lisebruynooghe.com Social Media:https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisebruynooghe/https://www.instagram.com/lise.bruynooghehttps://www.tiktok.com/@lise.bruynooghehttps://youtube.com/@lisebruynoogheProduced by winteraudio.co.uk