181. Performance, Potential, and Interference with Tony Latimer

💭 What happens when an IT professional transforms into a master certified coach? Join us as we sit down with Tony Latimer, who brings over thirty years of coaching wisdom to our discussion. Tony's journey took a fascinating turn with IBM's leadership program, which surprisingly used tennis as a metaphor for coaching. This unique experience led him to develop non-directive coaching techniques, now embodied in his latest innovation, TonyLatimerai—an AI-powered coaching tool that bridges his IT background with his coaching expertise.Tony takes us through the vital interplay between performance and feedback in achieving leadership success. Using the analogy of a golfer overcoming mental hurdles, Tony illustrates how workplace frustrations are often rooted in similar psychological barriers. Effective communication and training are key, and understanding the 'interference' in performance is essential. Tony's insights emphasize the power of simplifying complex ideas, making them accessible for managers at all levels, drawing inspiration from Einstein’s principle of simplicity.We also navigate the exciting yet challenging landscape of AI in coaching. Tony discusses the potential for AI to complement human coaches rather than replace them, reflecting on its future trajectory. From basic mentoring aids to sophisticated sensory perception systems, AI's role is evolving, and Tony shares his thoughts on the economic and technical barriers to creating advanced coaching robots. Wrapping up, Tony shares his favorite books, quotes, and ways to connect, leaving us with a deep understanding of his coaching philosophy and the meaningful symbolism behind his company's logo.🌐 Connect with Tony:• Website: https://www.profitableleadership.com/• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonylatimer/• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tonylatimermcc/Send us Fan MailThe Thrive Careers Podcast My career wasn’t a straight line—it was a series of pivots, survival jobs, and...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Support the show✅ Follow The Leadership Project on your favourite podcast platform and listen to a new episode every week!📝 Don’t forget to share your thoughts on the episode in the comments below. 🔔 Join us in our mission at The Leadership Project and learn more about our organisation here:  https://linktr.ee/mickspiers 📕 You can purchase a copy of the Mick Spiers bestselling book "You're a Leader, Now What?" as an eBook or paperback at Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09ZBKK8XVIf you would like a signed copy, please reach out to [email protected] and we can arrange it for you too.If you're thinking about starting a podcast or upgrading your hosting, Buzzsprout is a great option! This link will give both of us a $20 credit when you upgrade:👉 https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1701891Create forms easily with Jotform! Sign up with my link: https://www.jotform.com/?referral=AkWimLxOBzGet extra Dropbox space—sign up with my link: Dropbox Referral LinkWise Referral link: https://wise.com/invite/dic/michaels11434Strea...