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The Coaching Life

by Phil Goddard

In the Coaching Life Podcast internationally renowned coach, speaker and author Phil Goddard interviews coaches and clients to give a real-life, no-filter look at the coaching profession and what it really takes to be a coach.

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  1. 114 Kimberley Moriarty - The Fire That Moves Us

    The Fire That Moves Us There are times when something begins to move within us and a sense of direction appears without a clear plan. This conversation with Kimberley Moriarty explores the lived experience of the Three Principles in the middle of real life, where understanding shows up in...

  2. 113 Mark Silverman - Revisited - YSV: You Probably Think This Convo's About You...

    Mark J Silverman - Revisited YSV: You Probably Think This Convo’s About You In another honest, reflective, unpolished exploration of what it really means to build a coaching life, Phil talks with Mark J. Silverman 8 years after his first appearance on the podcast. Mark returns, not just as a more...

  3. 112 Richard Morgan - Revisited - The Flower Never Opens Wrong

    The Flower Never Opens Wrong If you’ve missed the style of some of the original conversations with coaches on this podcast - you’ll love this episode! One of my favourite people in this profession, Richard Morgan, returns to the podcast around 7 years after his first appearance, and he’s as...

  4. 111 Mark Spall - The Arc of Us

    This episode is a little different to most others on The Coaching Life Podcast. Over a somewhat extended period of time, you get to witness a beautiful conversation with my dear friend, Mark Spall. Mark and I met on our very first day as apprentices in September 1984. Here we are sitting together...

  5. 110 Phil Goddard - AI and The Future of Coaching

    AI & The Future of Coaching What Can Be Replaced, and What Never Will Artificial Intelligence is changing the landscape of every creative and human profession, including coaching. In this solo episode, Phil Goddard explores what AI can already do better than most humans, and where its reach will...

  6. 109 Leo Pessl - Mentorship

    The Art of Mentorship Leo Pessl joins Phil for a thoughtful conversation on the transformative power of mentorship. With warmth and humility, they discuss how mentorship has been a thread that has connected growth, purpose, progression and their eventual roles as a guide to others. This episode…

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  7. 108 Lorena Bernal

    It Starts With You In this beautifully reflective episode, Phil Goddard welcomes Lorena Bernal — actor, model, TV host, mother, wife of a Premier League Football manager, and now coach and author — for a soul-stirring conversation about what it truly means to live from the heart. Lorena’s journey...

  8. 107 Rishi Rongala

    A Path of Mastery In this episode of The Coaching Life Podcast, Phil Goddard sits down with Rishi for a deep and moving conversation about the search for meaning, the twists of self-discovery, and what it truly means to live a fulfilling life. In This Episode: • How an existential crisis sparked…

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  9. 106 Ian Watson - The Accidental Coach -

    The Accidental Coach What has really struck me in my conversations with Ian, and in reading his throughly beautiful book, The Tao of Homeopathy, is that everything in homeopathy is applicable in some way to masterful coaching. We explore this and more in this wholesome exploration of healing and...

  10. 105 Exploring with Tibi Sátor

    Exploring Human Experience A special episode in which Phil responds to some queries raised by Tibi, and they explore together how we create our experience and our most compassionate way of Loving Being Human. Phil & Tibi discuss: * Are we really 100% responsible for our experience? * Goddard’s…

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  11. 104 Sara Priestley - Ethics, Cults and Coaching Integrity -

    Ethics, Cults and Coaching Integrity In a necessary conversation for all coaches and service professionals, Sara and Phil talk in-depth about ethics, cults, integrity, and how important it is for us to be aware of unhealthy aspects of our desires to help others. Topics of conversation include: *...

  12. 103 Elizabeth Lovius

    Bringing Love to the Boardroom With over 3 decades of coaching experience, Elizabeth works with senior leaders who have responsibility for hundreds of thousands of people and hundreds of millions of dollars. She brings a wholesome humanness into her work of helping her clients Love Being Human.…

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  13. 102 Anna Koukoullis

    Episode102 - Anna Koukoullis Opera Dreams of Social Impact A former aspiring international opera singer whose career took an unexpected turn due to a vocal injury, Anna shares her inspiring journey from the stages of conservatoires and international venues to finding a new calling as a social...

  14. 101 Maria Brandt - Be Thou My Vision

    Be Thou My Vision This is an episode I have wanted to create for a long time. Maria was a client almost a decade ago, at the time she was dating the man who she would marry, and be with on his journey through cancer, and eventually his passing. This is a story of love, passion and loss. It is a...

  15. 100 Phil Goddard - From Breakfast to Bali - (with Reno Winston)

    From Breakfast to Bali - A 100 Episodes Special (In conversation with Reno Winston) In this special 100th episode, Reno Winston takes the reins to ask Phil all about his Coaching Life. Together they discuss: * Breakfast !! * The beauty in simplicity and ordinariness of life. * Being at ease when...

  16. 099 Kim Kaase & Phil Goddard

    A Necessary Conversation About the Coaching Profession One my lawyers advised me against… ;) Kim makes her 3rd appearance on the podcast to discuss with Phil aspects of the coaching profession that are not necessarily serving in the most impactful way. They shine a light on: * The two worlds of...

  17. 098 Philippe Bartu - Building from Disappointment

    Building from Disappointment As promised in episode 051 just 67 weeks ago, Philippe is back on the podcast :D In a very real, raw and honest conversation, we share & discuss: * Reflecting on ‘Honoured the Path of the Heart’? - the title of our previous episode. * Philippe’s initial resistance to...

  18. 097 Dean Powell - Bali Brotherhood

    Bali Brotherhood A one hour chat with my dear friend in Bali. In this conversation we discuss: * The magic of men’s circles, and what inspired Dean to start facilitating them. * Handling things when they get tough. * Dean’s journey into addiction and through recovery. * The intoxicating nature of...

  19. 096 Dominic Scaffidi - Creating Success

    Creating Success Originally recorded for The Loving Being Human Podcast, with the launch of that podcast on hold, shared here so that the thousands of listeners of The Coaching Life Podcast can enjoy this amazing conversation with Dominic Scaffidi. In this episode we discuss: * Our relationship…

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  20. 095 Peter McCammon - Experience Leads

    Experience Leads Peter is a gem of a genuine coach, self-described as relatively new to the profession. However, it’s very apparent he has extensive experience outside of coaching that is relevant to coaching, and most of his clients are also from all walks of life outside the profession. During...

  21. 094 Hans Phillips - A Master-crash

    Having been working in this profession for over 29 years, master executive coach and trusted advisor Hans Phillips experienced one of life’s ultimate masterclasses - a mast-crash. In this insightful, personal and moving conversation, as well as his own story into coaching, Hans also shares: * How...

  22. 093 - Phil Goddard - Inevitable Prosperity

    Episode 093 - Phil Goddard Inevitable Prosperity In this solo episode, Phil speaks to the number one question asked by aspiring and new coaches: “How do we approach and connect with people who may become clients?” And he explores the answer in the context of 5 Fundamental Elements of building a...

  23. 092 Kendra Cunov - Loving Spirals of Life

    Loving Spirals of Life Returning to the path of coaching and facilitation after becoming a parent, Kendra has stayed on that path while navigating her life as a mum to 2 children, building a successful business with much compassion and love. In this episode we discuss: * Spirals of evolution,...

  24. 091 Todd Randall - Lessons from an Entrepreneur

    Lessons from an Entrepreneur In this candid conversation, Todd brings his extensive experience and expertise as an entrepreneur in ‘ordinary’ businesses into an open discussion about the coaching profession. Wanting to be an entrepreneur from a young ages, he reflects on some of his lessons from...

  25. 090 Leo Unleashed

    Life, Love & Leo Unleashed This episode is a little different, it’s a conversation that is a beautiful example of what is possible in coaching. At the time of recording Leo had been working with me for 6 months in my Coaching Life Unleashed program. In this episode Leo shares some thoughts about...

  26. 089 Tim Downes - Getting Down to Business

    Getting Down to Business Tim is a bit of a unicorn in the coaching community, in that he can certainly be considered a very successful coach, but rather than create lots of noise on social media he has been quietly simply getting with it for over two decades. With a focus very much on the…

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  27. 088 Phil Goddard - Questions & Answers Unleashed

    Questions & Answers Unleashed In this solo episode Phil covers a duet of topics - the principle elements of building a prosperous practice that form the foundation of Coaching Life Unleashed, and his responses to an ‘Ask Me Anything’ invitation made on social media. In sharing the 5 principle...

  28. 087 Hugh Osborne

    The Simplicity of Being Happy A former addict, hairdresser, and Harley Street therapist, Hugh now lives in Switzerland, is the author of 3 books, and works as a coach and therapist, helping people overcome their addictions. In this conversation we discuss: * At his lowest point, what came to mind...

  29. 086 - Michael Fall - Honouring Presence

    Honouring Presence A life-long philosopher, Michael discovered the 3Ps in 2015 in the heyday of running a successful fitness business. This prompted another career change, and just a few years later, after continuing to invest in his own development, he has sold his gym business and is a full…

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  30. 085 Nathan Seaward - Flying Into the Unkown

    Flying Into the Unknown The inherent uncertainty of entrepreneurship can be an uncomfortable experience for anyone, and perhaps much more so for an ex-airline pilot. After 16 years of following his boyhood dream of being a pilot, Nathan travelled to over 25 countries while building a coaching...

  31. 084 Jamie Smart

    Clarity of Service Jamie epitomises what it is to be of service, providing massive value in his two podcasts, numerous webinars and masterclasses, as well as in his best selling books, coaching, consulting and trainings. He is also a serial experimenter, always looking at ways he can help people...

  32. 083 - Simon Crowe - Adventures in Goosebumps

    Adventures in Goosebumps Simon takes us on a voyage of his rich experiences in coaching beyond the conventional room, out into a world of adventures, challenges and infinite possibilities. Phil and Simon explore: * Creating extraordinary adventures beyond 1:1 meetings * A powerful premise in...

  33. 082 - David Taylor - Under the Spotlight

    Under the Spotlight This is an exploration of how presence and undefended openness can create the uttermost atmosphere for personal transformation. David’s passion for this path reflects in his work as a coach and how he turned deep listening into a powerful way to capture people’s most intimate...

  34. 080 - Steve Chandler - The Godfather of Coaching

    The Godfather of Coaching How could this possibly be called The Coaching Life Podcast without the Godfather of Coaching as a guest? Yes, he made the top 80! With his masterful humor and clarity, Steve Chandler shares: • What started him writing and how, over 30 books later, his methods may change...

  35. 079 - Harry Pickens - Bootcamp for the Soul

    Bootcamp for the Soul In this in-depth and moving conversation Harry and Phil explore: * What blocks us from expressing our deepest desires? * A process of dissolving old neurobiological patterns * Living & Coaching as an instrument of intuition * Musical success & excellence, losing it all and…

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  36. 078 Karen Davis - Coaching Life Revisited - Relentless Love

    In this 3rd episode of the Coaching Life Revisited series, Karen Davis looks back at her coaching life since her first appearance on the podcast in episode 002, October 2016. With a grounded presence and deep love for the coaching profession, Karen shares her devotion for ceaseless learning…

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  37. 077 Kevin Waldron - A Coaching Life Revisited: Straight Talking Success

    A Coaching Life Revisited: Straight Talking Success Over 3½ years after being the very first guest on the podcast in 2016, with his usual candour Kevin reflects on what has changed and reveals very simply what it takes to be a masterful coach building a sustainable practice. Without any...

  38. 076 John Patrick Morgan - Revisited: Evolving Mastery

    A Coaching Life Revisited: Evolving Mastery John was first on the podcast in episode 10, released in February 2017. In this conversation, as we look back on those three years, John shares with his usual candid openness and honesty, revealing what was going on for him back then, what he’s learning...

  39. 075 Nikki Carpenter - 20 Years of Learning

    20 Years of Learning Nikki has been an executive coach for 20 years and in this gem-ridden conversation shares some of her intuitive, heart-centred lessons around working with clients in corporations, coaching leaders, dealing with potential conflict, her continued journey of learning, and…

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  40. 074 Nicole Barton - Creating with Fun

    Episode 074 - Nicole Barton Creating with Fun Wisdom has ways of telling us to be kinder to ourselves. Of course, we don’t always listen, until we have to. Nicole shares her story of reaching burnout and subsequently dropping the pressure of working hard and shifting to simply having fun. Now...

  41. 073 Tiago Buhr - The Simplicity of Service

    The Simplicity of Service Can a simple smile and letters of appreciation really be part of service that leads to the creation of a prosperous coaching life? What of the relationship between being an entrepreneur running a business and actually being a coach? Can you show your faith in coaching in…

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  42. 072 Peter Sleigh

    Episode 072 - Peter Sleigh Being Lived Having built a very successful accountancy business over the last 12 years, Peter transitioned to full-time coaching in 2019. His dedication to being of service is both compelling and inspiring, and he shares with much enthusiasm and openness how his journey...

  43. 071 Regina Kleinhenz

    Episode 071 - Regina Kleinhenz Experimenting with Fun If you would like to turn your Podcast idea into a reality, check out how I can support you at philg.com/launchpod Just how much fun can you have building a coaching practice? Is following your joy really a fruitful strategy? Should we listen...

  44. 070 Dr Amy Johnson - Being Human

    Being Human It was Amy’s book ’Being Human’ written over six years ago, that introduced me to her work, and whilst she has published another great book since then, her willingness to show, explore and share what it is to be human remains. It seems Amy was destined to be in this work, reading...

  45. 069 Phil Goddard - 6 Essentials for a Coaching Life

    Episode 069 - Phil Goddard 6 Essentials for a Prosperous Coaching Life There are so many things at play in building a coaching practice and creating your own coaching life. In this episode Phil outlines six essential elements that come up most commonly in conversations with other coaches, a...

  46. 068 Giles P Croft - Starting Out & Enjoying What You Do

    Starting Out & Enjoying What You Do In this conversation Giles brings his light-heartedness, humour and immense enthusiasm for coaching and shares what it’s been like for him at the very early stages of his coaching career. Surely a successful career as a surgeon, working in IT and also getting...

  47. 067 Dominic Scaffidi - Living by the Laws of Creation

    Living by the Laws of Creation Could there really be a single misunderstanding of how creation works that keeps us from what we want? Dominic has been coaching for eleven years, and in this extended episode shares how he has created a very successful coaching practice, without plans or complex...

  48. 066 Leighann Amanda - The Courage to Love

    The Courage to Love When her idyllic and dream life fell apart suddenly in October 2017, Leighann began a process and journey of grief, healing, and re-emergence, which she shares in this moving conversation. With much to handle in the aftermath of the sudden passing of her fiancé whilst they…

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  49. 065 Nick Bottini

    Just Play Everyone has a book in them. This episode is for you if you’d like to get that book out. It’s also for you if you have a message or understanding to share with the world. Nick shares his journey from being a teacher and head of music at a school, to best selling author and coach to...

  50. 064 Phil Goddard - The Nature of Beliefs - A Conversation with Amir Karkouti

    The Nature of Beliefs - A Conversation with Amir Karkouti And why sharing your understanding of the principles (or indeed anything) may be unhelpful... In this episode I share a conversation I had with my dear friend Amir, for his WTF Are The Principles Group. Let’s look at the nature of beliefs...

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In the Coaching Life Podcast internationally renowned coach, speaker and author Phil Goddard interviews coaches and clients to give a real-life, no-filter look at the coaching profession and what it really takes to be a coach.

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