Summary

In this episode of Leading with Curiosity, Lars Brüning interviews host Nate Leslie! Nate and Lars explore the transformative journey of coaching, emphasizing the importance of curiosity, continuous engagement, and the impact of effective tools on team dynamics. They discuss the shift from traditional leadership styles to a more facilitative approach, highlighting personal growth through coaching experiences and the significance of diversity in teams. The conversation underscores the necessity of ongoing support and the power of data in enhancing team performance, ultimately advocating for a collaborative and sustainable coaching process.

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Sound Bites

"Leaders need to take a curious mindset."

"Data uncovered how my team was feeling."

"We find the solution together."

Keywords

coaching, leadership, team dynamics, client engagement, personal development, coaching tools, continuous improvement, leadership styles, data-driven coaching, effective communication

Takeaways

• The journey of development is ongoing and never complete.
• Curiosity is essential for leaders to foster team growth.
• Data can reveal hidden team dynamics and feelings.
• Effective coaching requires continuous engagement with teams.
• Leadership should shift from being a hero to being a host.
• Diversity in teams enhances the quality of results.
• Listening is more powerful than sharing personal stories in coaching.
• Coaching is about facilitating solutions together with the team.
• Sustainable practices in coaching lead to lasting change.
• The role of a coach is to help teams find their own solutions.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Journey

02:32 The Impact of Coaching

04:52 Using Data for Team Development

09:09 Tools for Effective Coaching

13:08 The Importance of Continuous Engagement

17:19 Understanding Diversity in Teams

21:01 Shifting Leadership Perspectives

24:18 The Role of Listening in Coaching

27:47 The Transformation from Hero to Host

31:16 Sustainable Practices in Team Coaching

36:37 LWC Riverside outro Generic.mp4