Here are some resources you could acccess about evaluating coaching effectiveness:

https://www.intellicoach.com/pro-hrbp

https://www.intellicoach.com/pro-leaders

How do you really know if coaching worked? It’s easy to feel good about the process, but harder to prove whether it led to actual results. If you're investing time and money into coaching, you need a way to track its impact—beyond just good feelings or positive feedback.

In this episode, I will break down how organizations and leaders can evaluate coaching effectiveness. I will share why it's not enough to ask clients if they "feel better" and instead offer concrete strategies for tracking behavior change, assessing stakeholder feedback, and measuring second-order effects.

Main Ideas:

• The challenge of measuring coaching impact
• Why coaching is a long-term investment, not a quick fix
• Using stakeholder feedback and 360 tools for before-and-after comparisons
• Looking for observable behavior changes, not internal insights
• How comparison groups and business metrics can support evaluation

I will also talk through examples from my coaching practice, explain how to align expectations with outcomes, and offer a reminder: while financial ROI is hard to prove, a return on expectations (ROE) can be a strong indicator of success.

Let’s get a clearer picture of how coaching creates change—and how to measure it in ways that matter.

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People often say, "There’s no such thing as a stupid question." But is that really true? In this episode, I challenge that idea and explore how avoiding poorly thought-out questions can make us better leaders and communicators.

Main Ideas:

• How asking unprepared questions can waste time and damage credibility.
• The Power of Intent-Based Leadership
• A simple framework to shift from vague requests to clear, intentional communication.
• How to coach your team to think critically, take ownership, and contribute meaningfully.

Learn how to foster smarter conversations and build a culture of ownership.

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Capturing essence in conversations builds trust, deepens connections, and improves communication.

We often summarize conversations to show we’re listening, but simple summaries don’t always make people feel heard. Capturing the essence—recognizing emotions and core messages—deepens conversations and builds trust.

In this episode, I explore how leaders and coaches can develop this skill to connect more meaningfully and communicate with greater impact.

Main Ideas:

• Why simple summaries don’t always make people feel heard.
• The difference between summarizing and capturing the essence.
• How to recognize emotions and core messages in conversations.
• Practical ways to use essence statements in leadership and coaching.
• How this skill builds trust and strengthens communication.

How can you start using essence statements to create deeper connections?

Explore how time constraints sharpen focus, spark creativity, and lead to better coaching outcomes.

Many leaders believe great coaching requires long, in-depth conversations. But what if shorter sessions could be just as powerful? In this episode, I explore how time constraints sharpen focus, spark creativity, and lead to better coaching outcomes.

Main Ideas:

• Why long coaching sessions aren’t always better.
• How constraints like time limits can create focus and urgency.
• Simple ways to turn short check-ins into valuable coaching moments.
• How regular, brief coaching beats infrequent long sessions.
• A practical approach to making every interaction coach-like.

Coaching doesn’t have to be long to be effective. Have you ever tried using short, focused sessions to boost your impact? How did it work for you?

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What’s the point of driving fast on a long detour? We might as well go much slower, but on a direct path and save time and energy.

Coaching works the same way. “We need to speed up coaching” is a common thing I hear. And yes, telling IS faster than asking, but often sends us on a racing detour.

However, there are simple ways to get to results in conversations faster (that’s what we mean by saying ‘coach faster’).

An error in thinking that I often observe is that ‘talking faster’ helps the most here. In reality, speed here comes from more FOCUS.

In this podcast episode, I’ll show you why rushing your words won’t speed up results and what actually works instead:

🔹 Establish clear conversation agreements

🔹 Avoiding unnecessarily extra detours (like asking what people have tried before).

🔹 Invite conciseness rather than extensive talk

Want to hear more? I recorded this podcast because it’s such a common theme among my clients and I share quite a few examples how to do this well.

Curious how you all get to results faster, and not by talking faster 😊

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In this episode, I dive into a critical aspect of workplace dynamics—understanding the nature of conflict. Picture this: two team members clash over a deadline. One insists on extra testing time, while the other feels pressure from a client to deliver. On the surface, it seems like a deadline dispute, but often, the real issue runs deeper—like unresolved personal frustrations. Here’s where leaders can easily misstep by focusing on superficial disagreements rather than the underlying relationship issues.

● How to distinguish between "task" conflicts and "relationship" conflicts.

● Why addressing only the obvious conflict can worsen the issue.

● Practical strategies to manage each conflict type effectively.

● The power of coaching skills to bring out constructive solutions.

Understanding the root cause of conflicts can empower you to foster a healthier work environment. Explore how to read between the lines of team disputes and apply targeted interventions for long-lasting solutions.

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In this episode, I’m sharing a pattern I’ve noticed among leaders over the years—the tendency to copy routines of high-profile CEOs, hoping it will lead to success. Imagine a new team lead like Maria, trying out productivity apps, waking up at 4:30 a.m., and reading a book every week, all because she saw her favorite CEO do it. After a few weeks, she’s exhausted and feeling like a failure. What Maria doesn’t realize is that these habits reflect the CEOs' current lifestyles, not what helped them get there in the first place.

Main Ideas:

● Why copying senior leaders’ habits can set you up for frustration.

● How “empathy gaps” make it hard for top leaders to remember the struggles of early roles.

● The power of "next-level mentoring"—learning from people who’ve just overcome the challenges you’re facing.

● Practical ways to connect with mentors who can share relevant, real-time advice.

I’ve found that getting guidance from someone just a step ahead—someone who has recently dealt with similar hurdles—often makes a bigger impact. These mentors can offer advice that’s fresher, more practical, and in tune with your current reality.

If you’re curious about finding the right mentors who truly understand your journey, I think you’ll find this episode especially helpful.

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In this episode, I’m sharing something I’ve been reflecting on lately—how being in a leadership position can sometimes create a tricky dynamic when it comes to giving advice. When I was a compliance manager, my team often came to me for guidance. I used to think I was helping by sharing my thoughts, but now I wonder if I might have been unintentionally influencing their decisions.

Main Ideas:

● The hidden dynamics when team members seek advice from managers.

● Why sharing your thoughts as a leader might create a conflict of interest.

● How adopting a "ask first, share later" approach can transform your leadership style.

● Practical examples and strategies to encourage independent thinking and decision-making within your team.

I’ve noticed that when I’ve taken a step back and asked my team for their thoughts first, it seems to open up more opportunities for growth and ownership. This approach feels like a good way to support them without unintentionally leading them in a particular direction.

If you’re curious about how asking first could change your interactions with your team, I think you’ll find this episode insightful.