Embarking on the journey to become your best self and a more effective leader of your own life requires a delicate balance between the comfort of the familiar “SAME OLD SELF” and the transformative possibilities found in the “UNKNOWN.” How can you navigate this balance? What powerful questions can you ask yourself to venture beyond your comfort zone and spark personal growth?
As I continue on the path of growth, evolution, and advancement in coaching and beyond, gaining profound insights into how individuals learn and develop becomes paramount. I am passionate about sharing perspectives that have the potential to empower and transform you to new heights. One individual who significantly influenced my understanding of the learning and growth process is Dr. Marcia Reynolds, someone I deeply respected before our interview and admired even more afterward.
Dr. Marcia Reynolds is a pioneer in the coaching profession. She is recognized by Global Gurus as the #5 coach in the world, was the 5th global president of the International Coaching Federation, and has also been recognized in their Circle of Distinction for her contributions to the global coaching community. She is the Training Director for the Healthcare Coaching Institute in North Carolina and is also on the faculty for coaching schools in China, the Philippines, Malaysia, and Russia.
She holds a doctorate in organizational Organizational Psychology and has two masterβs degrees in Communications and Adult Learning. She values never-ending learning and ongoing research, ensuring her teaching and writing remain constantly updated, relevant, and filled with fresh ideas and practices.
Join us in this conversation and be empowered by the following:
- The Mindset of Everything is Figureoutable
- The Value of CURIOSITY
- Safety of the SAME OLD SELF vs. Unsafety of the UNKNOWN
- The Power of Coaching as a TOOL to Shift Perspectives
- Powerful Question(s) that can HELP you to step out of your comfort zone
- Embracing Yourself and Others In this Moment: Acceptance vs. Appreciation
- The Presence of the Past and Present
- The Brain, Heart, and Gut Connection in Conversation
- Who are You as a Leader? What Does Leadership Mean to You?
- More Powerful Questions to Be a Better Leader
- Optimist, Realist, Pessimist
- Be a Life Long Learner
- Living in Alignment with Your Personal Values
- How to Begin NOW to Become the Best Version of Yourself
Time Stamps:
02:42 The Journey of Dr. Marcia Reynolds
08:12 Reasons Why Leaders Hold Onto Past Identities/Selves
11:43 Being Coachable or NOT
15:02 Curiosity – the Desire to Get a Little Bit Better in Life
16:38 Projection and the Brain
21:27 The Importance of Accepting Yourself and Appreciating Others in Leadership
29:04 Developing Self-Awareness
31:13 Growth Mindset for Successful Leadership
38:09 How Do You Keep Yourself Optimistic?
49:34 Where to Connect and Find More of What Dr. Marcia Reynolds along with her new book, The Breakthrough Coaching
50:50 Dr. Marcia Reynolds’ Suggestion for YOU to Step into the Unknown
Recommended Links:
VIA (Values in Action Survey)
Breakthrough Coaching Refreshers
Values to Live By
DEEP THINKING:
Feeling stuck or unfulfilled often comes from not aligning with our core values. To truly understand and live by these values requires a deep curiosity about who you are as a person. In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to get caught up in what others are doing, neglecting what truly matters to us. Taking time to reassess and let go of things that no longer serve us is crucial for personal growth and becoming the best version of ourselves as leaders.
As you navigate through life, consider this: What are the fundamental values that guide your choices and behaviors? Are you actively living in harmony with these values?
Let’s cultivate a greater sense of focus and clarity together to propel us forward on our journey!
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