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The Coaches Mentor

by Calvin Habig

Coach Mentor Cal Habig gives helpful comments on the art and science of coaching. Focusing on the coaching Core Competencies developed by the Association of Coach Training Organizations and used by the International Coach Federation he helps coaches polish their skills both so that they have a better chance of passing their performance review for accreditation, but also so they will see more success in their clients!

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  1. 42-Coaching Supervision

    In this episode Cal deals with Coaching Supervision which is a part of Core Competency #2-Embodies a Coaching Mindset. What is supervision? How does it differ from mentoring? Why is supervision important? What happens in a supervision session? What is the ICF's attitude toward supervision and how...

  2. 41-100 Coaching Mistakes You Can Avoid #2-Weak Coaching

    In this episode Cal continues Thomas Leonard's list of 100 Coaching Mistakes You Can Avoid. Passively coaching and responding during the coaching sessions instead of asking for more (much more) from the client Focusing on tactical matters or details when strategic coaching is needed, and…

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  3. 40-Mentoring With Someone from a Different Training School or Background

    This week Cal discusses the advantages of doing at least part of your mentor coaching with someone from a different coach training school or different background. As he states, this is not necessarily a shameless plug (althought it might partly be that), but there are distinct advantages to doing...

  4. 39-Should I Begin with Free, Cheap or Full Pay Clients?

    Every coaching business begins somewhere. You have training, but lack a lot of experience. How can you get that quickly and still maintain your professionalism. Cal addresses the three main ways to get clients early on. References: Thomas Leonard quoted by Julia Stewart in "Coach 100: Business...

  5. 38 Dancing in the Moment

    After a year's break we are back with new episodes! Welcome to Season 3! Our topic today is the coaching maxim: "Dance in the Moment" What does that mean and how does it relate to the competencies. References: Association of Coach Training Organizations (2005), General definition of skill level…

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  6. 37-Cal's Top 12 Coaching Books

    In this episode Cal reviews 12 books that he considers essential for coaches to be familiar with. He invites you to share with him what are your top books about coaching? To Contact Cal: [email protected] Facebook-fb.me/TheCoachesMentorPodcast To see upcoming Group Mentor Coach sessions...

  7. 36-Stop Procrastinating Getting Your Coaching Credential

    The post-production work on this episode was very difficult and it not at all even. The volume goes up and down and my normal means didn't work this time. My apologies for that. This week Cal talks about coach credentialing--why to become credentialed and 7 Tips for overcoming Procrastination as...

  8. 35-Top 100 Coaching Mistakes (Part 1)

    In this episode Cal begins a review of Thomas Leonard's Top 100 coaching Mistakes. This episode focuses on "Wrong Focus" Intro-00:47 04:31-1. Focusing on the client's goal/achievement to the exclusion of the person 05:17-2.-Working on wants and needs when, in fact, the client's integrity is way…

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  9. Do Your Mentor Coaching With Cal Habig

  10. 34-Never Give In, Never, Never, Never Give In.

    In this episode Cal tells a story of a time he almost gave up coaching. It was a time of discouragement and frustration. But in the end there is good news and lessons for us all. 00:00-Intro 02:17-Story 10:41-Lessons Learned 11:27-Conclusion To Contact Cal: [email protected]...

  11. 33: I Never Metaphor I Didn't Like

    This week Cal gives an abbreviated look at metaphors, their relationship to the core competencies, and how to incorporate their use and examination in coaching. 00:57-Intro 01:41-Importance of metaphors in fulfilling core competencies 04:23-Definitions of metaphor 05:43-Impact of metaphors...

  12. 32-Pursue Mysteries, not Puzzles

    In this episode, Cal addresses the vital area of curiosity and how it is grown and how it is demonstrated in coaching 00:47-Intro 01:28- Curiosity and the Competencies 03:07-Definitions 03:39-8 Habits of Curious People & Coaching 05:21-Coaching Tips on Curiosity 07:55-How to Respond with…

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  13. 31-The Credentialing Path

    In response to several requests, Cal outlines the path of IFC Credentialing from getting training through receiving your credential. 00:00-Intro 00:42-ACTP or ACSTH Training 03:32- Application 05:41-Mentoring 07:33-Coaching Experience & Log 11:36-Oral Performance Evaluation with Transcript...

  14. 30-Intro to Season 2

    Cal begins Season 2 by looking at lessons learned from Season 1 and gives a preview of just some of things he is planning for Season 2. 00:46-Intro Seven Lessons from Season One 01.07-I CAN do this. 02:48-Planning is essential 04:04-You don't know whose listening, so don't get discouraged....

  15. 29-ICF Competency #3-Eight Elements in a Well-Written Coaching Agreement

    In this episode Cal responds to a Facebook post saying that Coaching Contracts are a distraction and unnecessary. 00:00-Notice of Upcoming Mentoring Cohort 1:12 Introduction to Podcast 2:09-Impetus for the Topic 3:19- Contracting and the Code of Ethics Definition of Coaching Relationship...

  16. 028-Coaching Confidentiality

    Cal looks at the big topic of coaching confidentiality. Too big for one podcast, but a lot is included such as... 00:58-Case Studies & Introduction 05:15 What is Coaching Confidentiality? 05:33-Confidentiality in the Code of Ethics & Ethical Interpretive Statements 09:15-Why is Confidentiality...

  17. 027-GDPR for American Coaches

    In this episode Cal gives an overview of how the European Union's General Data Protection Regulation affect and apply to American coaches. 00:58-Intro-why this episode? 07:00-Why should American coaches pay attention to GDPR? 10:25-What are the four overarching principles of GDPR?…

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  18. 026-Recording Coaching Calls-the Legalities, Ethics and Practicalities

    This episode is the audio of a YouTube video I did on recording coaching calls. The YouTube video can be found at: https://youtu.be/xUZQAo4P0VI To Contact Cal: [email protected] Facebook-fb.me/TheCoachesMentorPodcast To see upcoming Group Mentor Coach sessions go to:...

  19. 025-New Competency 2.6-Develop & Maintains the Ability to Regulate One's Emotions

    Today Cal concludes the series on Embodying a coaching mindset and discusses identifying and regulating one's emotions as a coach. 00:58-Intro 01:50-What emotions might a coach have during a coaching session? 02:53-Two parts: 03:13 1. Awareness of our feelings 08:52-2. Regulate our emotions...

  20. 024-ICF New Competency 2.2-Engaging in Ongoing Learning and Development as a Coach

    Cal continues the look at New Competency #2-Embodies a coaching Mindset and examines area #2: Engaging in Ongoing Learning and Development as a Coach. 00:58-Intro 02:43-Why have a Coach Development Plan (CDP)? 5:26-How to create a CDP --SWOT Analysis ---CCCSS Analysis --Questions from Dave...

  21. 023- New ICF Competency #2.4-Remaining aware of and open to the influence of context and culture on self and others

    Cal addresses the importance of being aware in cultural and context in the coaching relationship. 00:58-Intro 03:16--Definition of Culture 04:07-Why is this Important? 09:52-SEVEN TIPS TO BE MORE AWARE OF CULTURAL INFLUENCES 10:06-#1-Study the foreign; demonstrate cultural intelligence 11:27-#2...

  22. 022-Competency #7-Direct Communication (Interview with Steve Thorson) pt. 2

    Today I conclude my interview with Steve Thorson of Invite Change about the competency of Direct Communication. 00:58 Intro 01:56-Direct Communication and Intuition 03:41 -Listening to Yourself Coach--Building the Self-Reflective Skill 06:02-Direct Communication and the New 2021 Competencies...

  23. 021-Competency #7-Direct Communication (Interview with Steve Thorson) pt. 1

    Cal talks with Steve Thorson of Invite Change about current competency #7-Direct Communication. How can coaches best employ direct communication without hijacking the conversation? 00:58 Intro & Intro to Steve Thorson 8:09-Most common issue seen in mentor coaching 09:30-Definition of Direct...

  24. 020 New ICF Competency 2.8-Seeking Help and Making Referrals

    (Note: I believed that this was posted a few weeks ago, but it appears no audio file went up and so it didn't get posted). Cal discusses getting help with clients from other professionals, when needed including making referrals. 00:58-Intro 01:50-Seeking Mentoring and Supervision 02:56-ICF...

  25. 019-ICF New Competency 2.5 Using Intuition to Benefit the Client

    What role (if any) does intuition play in effective coaching? 00:57-Introduction 3:36-What is Intuition as used in Coaching? 6:27 Intuition and the ICF Competencies 9:16-Intuition and the Coaching Relationship 10:29-Dangers of Intuition 11:41 How to Develop Intuition 14:54-Conclusion Sources...

  26. 018 SPECIAL EPISODE-Coaches, Clients and Coronovirus

    (Note: there are several technical problems with the audio, but I wanted to get it out quickly rather then rerecord this important episode). 00:58-Intro 02:29-Tie in with Core Competencies 03:49-Suggestions: --Raising the Subject with the Client-appropriate or inappropriate? --Listen --Help them...

  27. 017 ICF New Competency #2.1 Acknowledging the Clients Responsibility for Their Own Choices

    Cal looks at the common temptation to allow the client to shift responsibility for his/her actions onto the coach or others. Intro (00:58) Your value as a coach does not come from whether or not your clients reach the success they desire (4:58) Clients WILL try to shift responsibility on to you....

  28. 016 ICF New Competency #2.7 Mentally & Emotionally Preparing for a Session

    In this session Cal continues to look at New Competency #2: Embodies a Coaching Mindset, but looks specifically at descriptor #7: Mentally & Emotionally Prepares for Sessions. 00:58-Intro 02;27-Physical Preparation 5:14-Mental Preparation 9:26-Possible Emotional Gremlins 10:13-Emotional…

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  29. 015 ICF New competency #2.3 Having a Reflective Practice

    In Episode 15 we look at one of the elements of Embodying a Coaching Mindset which is to develop an ongoing reflective practice. Intro -00:00 Announcement about this Episode -00:58 Intro -03:14 Introduction to Reflective Practice-05:34 In-session Reflection vs On-Session Reflection 06:14 Benefits...

  30. 014 ICF New Competency #2-Embodies a Coaching Mindset

    This week we take our first in-depth look at one of the ICF's New Core Competencies that will take effect 1/1/21. We look at the one that is totally new (as a competency although not new as a practice): Embodies a Coaching Mindset Intro 00:58 1. Acknowledges that clients are responsible for their...

  31. 013- ICF Competency #6- Asking Powerful Questions, Pt 2

    We complete the look at Powerful Questions that we began in Episode 6. In the New ICF Competency Model this would fall under New Competency #7- Evokes Awareness. Intro & Review -00:57 Possible Powerful Questions to Ask: Probing Questions 02:55 Direct Questions 06:07 Revealing Questions 08:52...

  32. 012 New ICF Core Competencies #2

    12 New ICF Core Competencies #2 Intro-00:58 C. Communicating Effectively-03:03 6. Listens Actively-03:53 7. Evokes Awareness-7:56 D. Cultivating Learning and Growth-10:24 8. Facilitates Client Growth-11:34 Link to my pdf...

  33. 011-New ICF Core Competencies, Part 1

    Intro to Part I-1:00 Revised Competencies-1:38 Overview-4:30 Based on "Job Analysis" process-6:05 A. Foundation 1. Demonstrates Ethical Practice-9.15 2. Embodies a Coaching Mindset-12:10 B. Co-Creating the Relationship-13:50 3. Establishes and Maintains Agreements-14:05 4. Cultivates Trust and...

  34. 010-ICF Competency #4-Coaching Presence-Jennifer Anderson-Pt. 2

    Cal continues his interview with Coach Jennifer Anderson on the topic of Coaching Presence (ICF Competency #4). Topics covered include: What role does humor play in coaching presence? Observing energy shifts When is coaching hard Choosing our presence Contact info: jenniferanderson.com...

  35. 009-ICF Competency #4-Coaching Presence-Jennifer Anderson-Pt. 1

    Coach and Mentor Jennifer Anderson loves to speak to Core Competency #4 ("the ability to be fully conscious and create a spontaneous relationship with the client, employing a style that is open, flexible and confident.") Part 1 Introduction-00:56 How do you define coaching presence-03:40 Coach...

  36. 008-ICF Competency #11-Accountability

    Note: Because of comment about the speed of my speech, I have tried to slow down the pace of my speaking. Principles of Accountability Be clear as to what accountability is (2:25) Accountability often involves "the reporters questions" (4:00) What Who How When The question about accountability is...

  37. 007-Coaching Ethics-Interview with Michael Marx p. 2.

    This week's podcasts concludes the interview with Michael Marx on Ethics in Coaching. We finish up the conversation about complaints to the Independent Review Board (IRB), especially because of a poorly written coaching agreement. We also discuss when is a coach subject to the Code, under what...

  38. 006 Coaching Ethics: Interview with Michael Marx, Pt. 1

    This week Cal airs Pt. 1 of a 2 part interview with Michael Marx, of New Trails Coaching and Co-leader of the ICF Ethics Community of Practice. Coaching Ethics: Interview with Michael Marx Coach & Mentor Mentor Coach Co-Chair of ICF Member, ICF Independent Review Board Member of 2019 Review board...

  39. 005-ICF Competency #6-Asking Powerful Questions

    Cal looks at Coaching Competency #6-Asking Provocative Questions. Some of the items and links discussed include: The Competency Markers can be found at: https://coachfederation.org/pcc-markers Asking questions helps/prompts our clients to: Explore attitudes, values or feelings. See a concept from...

  40. 004-ICF Competency #5-Active Listening

    In this episode we look at the seven PCC markers of Active listening and then look at how they relate to thee 5 Levels of Communication: 1. Cliches ("Fine, how are you?") 2. Facts ("Just give me the facts.") 3. Opinions ("Do you know what I think?") 4. Feelings ("Let me tell you how I feel.") 5....

  41. 003-ICF Competency #2-Setting the Agenda

    003- Setting the Agenda ICF Competency #2 1. Definition of setting the agenda Contradiction in ICF materials 2. The topic versus the agenda TIME acrostic from AcademicLifeCoaching.com T-opic I-mportance M-easurable E-cho S-tart (Cal has added the "S") For more information,...

  42. 002 Finding a Coaching Mentor

    In this second episode of the Coaches Mentor, Cal explores four questions: What is mentor coaching? What ICF expects of mentor coaches How to find a mentor coach Why do mentor coaching if you are not currently up for renewal? Links mentioned: Mentor Coaching, Duties and Competencies...

  43. 001 Intro to the Coaches Mentor

    In this inaugural podcast, Coach and Mentor Cal Habig introduces himself, why he is podcasting on mentor coaching, and what he hopes to accomplish in these episodes. He also gives some news from the coaching industry and give six reasons in answer to the questions Why Mentor Coaching? For info on...

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Coach Mentor Cal Habig gives helpful comments on the art and science of coaching. Focusing on the coaching Core Competencies developed by the Association of Coach Training Organizations and used by the International Coach Federation he helps coaches polish their skills both so that they have a better chance of passing their performance review for accreditation, but also so they will see more success in their clients!

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