How to Show up for Someone Without Trying to Fix Them

from Go Coach Yourself! · host Ryan Reichert-Estes, CPCC and Vic Smith, CPCC

Let us know what you think about this episode or send us an idea!In this episode of Go Coach Yourself!, Vic and Ryan tackle the common urge to fix people's problems rather than hold space and truly listen. Dive into the reasons why jumping into fixer mode doesn't work and hear about the importance of holding space and providing support without solving. Learn why your well-intended advice might backfire and how to create meaningful connections. This episode has practical tips and empowering questions that help you show up in a way that supports and doesn't solve. Links to articles:HBR - What Great Listeners Actually DoPsychology Today - How Unsolicited Advice Harms Your RelationshipsHosts:Ryan Reichert-Estes, StackRise Coaching | LinkedIn | Insta: @stackrisecoachingVic Smith, WhistleSmith.co | LinkedIn | Insta: @vic_bk

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