At Stellar Conversations we teach Coaching Skills to people who work with people, to support them to have more impactful conversations.Â
These 10 tips are short and practical and you can implement them immediately.
Emma (our Director of Training) will share coaching tips from our coach training that can be used in everyday conversations.
We won’t be teaching you how to be a coach. We will be sharing lessons from the world of coaching that you can powerfully apply to your workplace conversations.
Day 1
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In this tip Emma will be talking about 'Bringing a Coaching Mindset' to your conversations.
A coaching mindset is about being open, curious and flexible. It’s about suspending judgements and assumptions.
Day 2
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In this tip Emma will be talking about 'Being Intentional' in your conversations.
Today take a moment to think about how you might need to be in a conversation. Think about your words, body language, and energy and how you influence the dynamics of a conversation.
Day 3
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In this tip Emma will be talking about 'Checking Preferences' in your conversations.
Impactful conversations require more than a one size fits all approach.
Every person is unique. With a unique style of learning and communicating.
Check in on preferences and adapt your approach to match the preferences of those you're communicating with.
Day 4
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In this tip Emma will be talking about 'Being Outcome Focused' in your conversations.
At the beginning of a conversation try setting the desired results for the conversation.
Defining outcomes can transform conversations into purposeful containers for growth.
Day 5
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In this tip Emma will be talking about 'Holding Time' in your conversations.
Respect people’s time. Don't go over an agreed time without checking in, try showing up on time and as the facilitator of a conversation help manage the time.
Day 6
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In this tip Emma will be talking about 'Being Yourself' in your conversations.
This is a big part of how we teach at Stellar Conversations. “Who we are is how we coach” is something we go back to often.
Try letting go of pretences and be you in conversations. This builds trust and encourages others to be open, leading to more impactful conversations.
Day 7
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In this tip Emma will be talking about 'Being Fluid' in your conversations.
Again this is key to the work we do at Stellar Conversations, in creating equitable conversations and moving away from a one size fits all approach.
Try adjusting your communication style and approach based on the needs and preferences of those you're engaging with.
Day 8
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In this tip Emma will be talking about 'Taking a Breath' in your conversations.
Taking a breath is more than just a physical act; it's a moment of pause and reflection.
Our trainer Cari uses this in her own coaching and in our training demonstrations.
Day 9
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In this tip Emma will be talking about 'Noticing Assumptions' in your conversations.
We all have assumptions. Today’s tip is about: Noticing them.
About becoming aware of the preconceived notions or judgments that we may hold.
Identifying these assumptions can help you facilitate more open, inclusive, and impactful conversations.
Day 10
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In this tip Emma will be talking about 'Being More Present' in your conversations.
Presence is key to any impactful conversations. Being present helps you build trust and create an environment where individuals feel valued and respected.
By being more present in your conversations you can create a culture of more impactful workplace interactions.
Let me know how you get on taking these approaches by emailing Emma at [email protected]Â
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