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In this episode of SHIFT Unlimited, Mel and Kylie dive into the theme of forgiveness—a powerful yet challenging act that serves as a pattern interrupt for resentment. They explore how resentment often feels easier to hold onto than forgiveness, keeping us trapped in cycles of negativity and emotional pain.Mel and Kylie discuss how forgiveness and compassion are essential tools for letting go—helping us move beyond old wounds and restore peace. They illustrate how, in everyday situations—such as agreeing to tasks at work despite feeling overwhelmed—unspoken discomfort can turn into resentment.To help listeners move beyond these patterns, Mel and Kylie lead you through a guided forgiveness practice, offering a chance to release tension, reclaim emotional balance, and reconnect with compassion.Follow Kylie  Linkedin   Follow Mel  Linkedin   Follow SHIFT unlimitedInstagram

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Kylie Roberts and Mel Wombwell, of Shift Unlimited, dive deep into the significance of 'contracting' in establishing effective coaching relationships. Contracting is a verbal agreement between the coach and the client outlining the nature, terms and conditions of the coaching process. They explore areas included in a contract, such as confidentiality, ethical guidelines, client and coach roles, financial and logistical arrangements and, where applicable, the involvement of a sponsor. They emphasise the importance of being explicit about expectations from the start, which greatly contributes to the success of a coaching relationship. They also discuss two models - 'Support vs Challenge Model' and 'RIDE (Reflection, Inquiry, Disruption, Experimentation)' model which they use to highlight their coaching expectations. Contracting, although done primarily at the onset of the coaching process, is something the coach and client can revisit and modify according to the evolving needs of the coaching relationship.00:00 Introduction to Shift Unlimited and the New Normal01:27 The Importance of Contracting in Coaching02:27 Understanding the Concept of Contracting06:38 The Role of Confidentiality in Coaching07:33 Setting Expectations and Using Models in Coaching10:55 The RIDES Model for Progressive Leadership13:35 Additional Aspects of Contracting15:24 Revisiting Contracting Throughout the Coaching Process18:28 Conclusion and Contact InformationPlease find all images mentioned in this episode available HERE

In the podcast episode, executive coaches Kylie Roberts and Mel Wombwell of SHIFT unlimited, delve into the importance of goal setting amid the volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity of the modern world. They discuss the significance of setting 'SMART' and 'SMART with HEART' goals, using the 'GROW' model and Well Formed Outcomes to clarify and achieve goals, and the Wheel of Life as a tool for holistic goal planning.The series intends to guide leaders in living more purposeful lives, running more impactful businesses, and fostering deeper connections with themselves and the world around them.00:00 Introduction to Shift Unlimited and the New Normal01:27 The Importance of Goal Setting in Coaching04:35 Exploring the Concept of SMART Goals05:27 Introducing SMART with HEART Goal Setting06:46 Understanding the GROW Model in Goal Setting11:40 Deep Dive into Well Formed Outcomes15:31 The Wheel of Life: A Holistic Approach to Goal Setting21:11 Conclusion: The Power of Conscious and Choiceful Goal SettingPlease find all images mentioned in this episode available HERE

In this podcast episode, executive coaches Kylie Roberts and Mel Womwell of SHIFT unlimited delve into the complexities of communication within the context of leadership. They discuss versatile topics such as Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), the correlation between language and eye patterns in communication, and the unique preferences individuals have for sensory representation. They further explore the concept of 'preferring' systems and 'overlapping representational' systems. By sharing practical applications and insightful techniques, they underline the significance of building rapport and effective communication for successful leadership. The conversation steers towards fostering holistic leadership and meaningful relationships while adapting to the volatile and uncertain modern world.00:00 Introduction to Shift Unlimited and the Modern World00:29 The New Normal and the Need for Change01:46 The Power of Words in Communication02:58 Understanding the Impact of Words03:29 Exploring Different Types of Words04:59 The Importance of Language in Building Rapport05:51 Identifying Someone's Preferred Sensory System07:03 Understanding Eye Patterns and Their Correlation with Language10:55 The Concept of Normally Organized and Reverse Organized12:24 The Value of Overlapping Representational Systems13:09 Conclusion: The Power of Sensory Preferences and Language in Building RapportPlease find all images mentioned in this episode available HERE

The podcast delves into the nuances of rapport building beyond the surface level and uncovers its significance in the business world. The hosts, Kylie and Mel, discuss how rapport is more profound than the shared interests between parties, providing definitions that align with feelings of trust, openness, safety, perception of likeness, and friendly feedback. Apart from one-on-one connections, rapport also extends to a collective audience or multiple groups of individuals. They highlight how rapport influences leadership, making it easier for leaders to connect, influence, and inspire their teams. The discussion also entails the powerful role of body language and voice tonality in rapport-building, citing research evidence that interrelates communication and rapport to body language and tone rather than just words.Listen to today’s episode to understand how to implement these concepts to help you form more diverse connections and stronger relationships.Follow Kylie Linkedin Follow Mel Linkedin Follow SHIFT unlimitedInstagram01:16 Introduction to Rapport Building01:25 Defining Rapport and its Importance03:15 Rapport in Business and Leadership04:48 The Role of Connection in Rapport Building05:45 Rapport Building in Diverse Teams07:08 The Unconscious Level of Rapport08:06 Research Findings on Rapport and Communication10:14 Building Rapport Using Body Language13:23 Building Rapport Using Voice Tonality16:29 The Role of Words in Rapport Building17:52 Conclusion: The Power of Rapport BuildingPlease find all images mentioned in this episode available HERE

In this episode, executive coaches Kylie Roberts and Mel Wombwell, co-hosts and founders of SHIFT unlimited, explore the significance of effective listening for modern day leadership. They argue that successful business leadership demands a greater focus on holistic and authentic connections through enhanced listening methods. Specifically highlighting the listening styles often used unconsciously and discuss how they can be pitfalls. They propose two techniques, 'Rapid Repeat' and the 'Hendricks Listening Model', to improve listening and ultimately, build stronger relationships. Follow Kylie Linkedin Follow Mel Linkedin Follow Shift UnlimitedInstagram00:00 Introduction to SHIFT unlimited and the New Normal00:26 The Importance of Purposeful Leadership01:16 Exploring the Art of Listening02:00 The Critical Role of Listening in Leadership03:44 Common Pitfalls in Listening05:31 Different Types of Listening06:49 Techniques to Improve Listening: Rapid Repeat and Hendricks Model09:39 The Impact of Improved Listening on Relationships12:17 Conclusion: The Power of Conscious ListeningPlease find all images mentioned in this episode available HERE

In this podcast episode, executive coaches Kylie Roberts and Mel Wombwell discuss the importance of sensory acuity in leadership and coaching. Sensory acuity, which involves using all five senses to gather information about the world and people around us, can help us be more observant and effectively understand and respond to others. The hosts explain six key aspects that can be observed through sensory acuity, including skin color, skin texture, breathing, lip size, pupil size, and total body behavior. They also discuss how sensory acuity can be practiced in various situations, emphasising its relevance in building strong rapport with others.Follow Kylie Linkedin Follow Mel Linkedin Follow Shift UnlimitedInstagram00:00 Introduction to Shift Unlimited and the New Normal00:26 The Need for a Shift in Leadership00:40 Introduction to the Podcast Series01:16 Exploring Sensory Acuity in Leadership02:01 Understanding Sensory Acuity02:47 The Importance of Sensory Acuity in Leadership03:25 Origins and Evolution of Sensory Acuity Knowledge04:02 Modern Understanding of Sensory Acuity05:14 Six Aspects to Calibrate Sensory Acuity08:48 Practical Application of Sensory Acuity10:06 Experimenting with Sensory Acuity11:17 Conclusion and Future TopicsPlease find all images mentioned in this episode available HERE

In this podcast, executive coaches Kylie Roberts and Mel Wombwell delve into the importance of understanding the conscious and unconscious mind for effective coaching and leadership.  They emphasise how today's volatile world demands different, more meaningful definitions of success and the need for purpose-driven leaders. They explore the role of the conscious and unconscious mind in decision making, change and behavior and they delve deeply into their foundational concept, the 'Prime Directives of the Unconscious Mind', portraying it as a powerful tool that stores all memories, controls emotions and behavior, maintains instincts and generates habits amongst others.  The podcast underlines how the unconscious mind responds to symbols, stories, metaphors, and pictures, and notes the importance of positive language as the unconscious mind does not process negatives and takes everything personally.  Follow Kylie  Linkedin   Follow Mel  Linkedin   Follow SHIFT unlimited Instagram  00:00 Introduction to SHIFT unlimited and the Podcast Series 00:10 The New Normal and the Need for Change 01:20 Exploring the Conscious and Unconscious Mind 01:46 The Role of the Unconscious Mind in Decision Making 04:30 Understanding the Prime Directives of the Unconscious Mind 05:01 The Conscious and Unconscious Minds: A Deeper Dive 07:15 The Power of the Unconscious Mind in Change and Learning 08:27 The Unconscious Mind and Emotions 09:45 The Unconscious Mind and Memory Organization 10:27 The Unconscious Mind and Repressed Memories 12:16 The Unconscious Mind and Body Control 14:00 The Unconscious Mind and Moral Code 18:37 The Unconscious Mind and Habit Formation 23:20 The Unconscious Mind and Symbolic Interpretation 25:43 The Unconscious Mind and Negative Processing 27:38 Conclusion and Recap    Please find all images mentioned in this episode available HERE

In this podcast episode, executive coaches Kylie Roberts and Mel Wombwell of SHIFT unlimited take a deep dive into the presuppositions of Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) and coaching.  They discuss why they believe these can be powerful tools for modern leadership in a volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous world.  The hosts cover key beliefs such as everyone has a unique model of the world, the map is not the territory, all behaviour has a positive intention, and resistance is a sign of a lack of rapport.  Listen now to learn how these principles are seen as empowering for leaders and coaches, allowing them to promote open-mindedness, curiosity, and empowerment in the people they interact with.  Follow Kylie  Linkedin   Follow Mel  Linkedin   Follow SHIFT unlimited Instagram   00:00 Introduction to SHIFT unlimited and the New Normal 00:40 The SHIFT unlimited Podcast Series 01:23 Exploring the Presuppositions of NLP and Coaching 02:54 Understanding the Concept of 'Map of the World' 03:52 Respecting Other People's Map of the World 04:41 The Map is Not the Territory 05:45 People are Not Their Behavior 07:28 The Meaning of Behavior is Dependent Upon the Context 08:22 All Behavior Has a Positive Intention 09:48 The Most Important Information About a Person is Their Behavior 10:43 Everyone is Doing the Best They Can with the Resources They Have 12:10 There are No Unresourceful People, Only Unresourceful States 14:05 Everyone Has All the Resources They Need Within Them 15:33 The Person with the Most Behavioral Flexibility Has the Most Influence 18:53 There's No Failure, Only Feedback 19:19 Everyone is in Charge of Their Own Mind and Therefore Their Results 20:16 The Meaning of Communication is the Response You Get 21:35 Resistance is a Sign of a Lack of Rapport 22:36 Conclusion: The Power of NLP and Coaching Presuppositions Please find all images mentioned in this episode available HERE

In this podcast episode, Kylie Roberts and Mel Wombwell of SHIFT  unlimited discuss the volatile and complex nature of the modern world and the necessity for a redefined interpretation of success.  They delve deep into the foundations for Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) and coaching, discussing how the human brain filters the world and shapes our perceptions and responses. The episode explores the five frames of NLP and coaching, which are cause and effect, results or reasons, perception is projection, responsibility for results, and mind-body connection.  Tune into this podcast episode to understand and incorporate these frameworks to enable you to create stronger connections with others, improve relationships and impactful leadership.  Follow Kylie  Linkedin   Follow Mel  Linkedin   Follow SHIFT unlimited Instagram  00:00 Introduction to SHIFT unlimited and the Podcast 00:10 The New Normal and the Need for Change 00:40 Introduction to the Podcast Series 01:23 Deep Dive into NLP and Coaching Communications Model 01:40 Understanding Perception and Experience 03:23 The Importance of Treating People as They Want to be Treated 03:49 The Power of Perception and Interpretation 05:26 Exploring the Frames of NLP and Coaching 06:04 The Power of Cause and Effect 08:16 Results or Reasons: The Choice is Yours 09:24 Perception is Projection: Understanding the Self-Fulfilling Prophecy 10:29 Taking Responsibility for Your Results 13:39 The Mind-Body Connection: The Key to Holistic Coaching 15:56 Conclusion: The Power of NLP Frames in Coaching and Leadership Please find all images mentioned in this episode available HERE

In this episode, executive coaches Kylie Roberts and Mel Wombwell of SHIFT unlimited explore the concepts of coaching and mentoring, discussing how they differ from each other.  They define coaching as being question driven and more transformative, focusing on unlocking potential through personal introspection. Mentoring, on the other hand, is portrayed as a wisdom-sharing endeavor, typically guided by more experienced individuals.  The duo also introduce Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) as an essential toolkit in coaching and mentoring, focusing on its role in assisting understanding of language patterns and behaviours.  Tune in to this weeks episode to hear Kylie and Mel discuss how NLP can enhance relationships, communication and personal understanding, thereby empowering individuals and businesses.  Follow Kylie  Linkedin   Follow Mel  Linkedin   Follow SHIFT unlimited Instagram  00:00 Introduction to SHIFT unlimited and the New Normal 00:26 The Shift in Leadership and Business 01:16 Exploring the Concept of Coaching 03:24 The Impact of Coaching on Personal Lives 03:50 Understanding the Difference between Coaching and Mentoring 04:58 Introduction to Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP) 08:12 The Origins and Attitudes of NLP 10:33 How NLP Supports Coaching 13:40 Conclusion: The Power of Coaching, Mentoring, and NLPPlease find all images mentioned in this episode available HERE

In this podcast, executive coaches, Kylie Roberts and Mel Wombwell discuss the volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous (VUCA) world we live in and how leadership needs to adapt to this new normal.  They highlight six disruptors affecting the world and organisations including competition, transparency, globalisation, uncertainty, complexity, and speed.   The pair also explains how coaching and neuro linguistic programming (NLP) are key to fostering modern, progressive leadership.  Tune into this week's episode to understand how the world is changing rapidly and leaders like us need to adapt, using practices such as coaching and NLP.  Follow Kylie  Linkedin   Follow Mel  Linkedin   Follow SHIFT unlimited Instagram  00:00 Introduction to SHIFT unlimited00:10 Understanding the VUCA World 00:26 Redefining Success in Business 01:16 Exploring the Modern World and Leadership 01:36 Understanding VUCA and its Impact 02:13 Identifying the Big Disruptors 07:40 The Shift from Traditional to Modern Leadership 12:25 The Role of Coaching and Mentoring in Modern Leadership 16:19 Introduction to Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP) 18:58 Summary and Conclusion Please find all images mentioned in this episode available HERE