Tag: Presence
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The Condition That Makes Coaching Possible. Presence matters because technique is far removed from transformation, and especially because presence is the condition that allows every other coaching skill to work. In coaching conversations, presence is often referenced vaguely. It is described as being “fully there” or “attentive.” In practice, presence is a disciplined state of regulation,…
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Why the Question Asked Matters Less Than the Depth It Comes From Questioning depth matters because impact is far removed from clever phrasing, and especially because the depth of a question reflects the depth of listening behind it. In coaching, questions are often treated as techniques to deploy. Lists are memorised. Frameworks are followed. Yet clients…
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From Hearing Words to Holding Meaning Listening levels matter because coaching effectiveness is far removed from asking good questions alone, and especially because the depth of listening determines the depth of change. In coaching, listening is often described as a basic yet vital skill. In practice, listening operates across distinct levels of attention, presence, and perception.…
