S3 Episode 31: Going Deeper in Coaching with Dr Mark Goulston

"When I put away checking the boxes, I just dived into their eyes and let their eyes take me wherever it needed to go."

This week Claire is in conversation with coach and psychiatrist Dr Mark Goulston. Mark is co-founder of the Deeper Coaching Institute and specialises in unblocking, unlocking and freeing high potential executives to reach their full potential when other conventional coaching approaches have failed. They cover all sorts, including listening, surgical empathy, connecting, feeling felt and going deeper in coaching.

Contact Info

Just Listen by Dr Mark Goulston

A Game Plan for Life: The Power of Mentoring by John Wooden

On Global Leadership/ Deeper Coaching Institute

Article: Mental Toughness and Resilience

Takeaways

• Deep listening is essential in coaching, especially when working with clients who are struggling with suicidal thoughts or deep despair.
• Engaging with clients at a deeper level can help them discover insights about themselves that are more important than strategies or tactics.
• Coaches can create a culture of empathy and connection by adopting a coaching mindset rather than a managerial mindset.
• Ego and humility play a significant role in effective leadership, with good bosses prioritizing empathy over their own ego.
• Educating clients about the process of going deeper and reliving traumatic experiences can help alleviate fears and create a safe space for healing. Deeper coaching involves helping individuals explore and express repressed emotions and trauma in a safe and empathetic environment.
• Mentors play a crucial role in personal and professional development, providing guidance, support, and wisdom.
• Human connection and compassion are powerful tools for healing and growth.
• Coaches should strive to be authentic and true to themselves, while also being mindful of the appropriate level of disclosure.
• The future of coaching lies in empowering individuals to be true to themselves and helping them see the power of authenticity in achieving performance and success.

Keywords

coaching, listening, suicide prevention, deep connection, empathy, leadership, ego, humility, culture-building, coaching, authenticity, vulnerability, deeper coaching, trauma, mentors, human connection, compassion