S4 Episode 45: Coaching as a Human Gift with Suzanne Hayes Jones

In this episode, Claire Pedrick MCC is in conversation with Suzanne Hayes-Jones MCC about her coaching journey and her passion for coaching young people. Suzanne shares how she discovered coaching while working at Nando's and how it has become a natural part of her work. She also discusses her vision for education and creating a more inclusive and connected world. The conversation explores the importance of human connection, deep listening, and the art of conversation in coaching. They also discuss the need for vulnerability and humility in coaching and the role of psychological safety in creating meaningful conversations.

Takeaways

• Coaching can be a natural part of our work, and many people may already be doing it without realising it.
• The essence of coaching is simplifying and focusing on what really matters in a conversation.
• Coaching young people and teaching them life skills, deep listening, and open conversation can have a transformative impact on their lives.
• The coaching industry can benefit from a more relational approach, focusing on human connection and the art of conversation.
• Creating psychological safety and demonstrating vulnerability and humility are essential in coaching and meaningful conversations.

Contact: suzanne@thelaidbarecompany.com

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Key Words

coaching, journey, culture change, simplifying, inclusive, education, young people, conversation, human connection, deep listening, art of conversation, vulnerability, humility, psychological safety