In this episode of The Coaching Edge Podcast, hosts Dr. Steve Jeffs and Erwin de Grave sit down with Martin Rüegg, a former business leader turned executive and team coach. With a background in engineering and IT leadership, Martin shares his unique transition from corporate leadership to coaching, emphasizing the importance of deep personal transformation.

The conversation explores key themes in leadership coaching, including the role of strong team connections, navigating leadership challenges, and managing coaching engagements in complex organizational settings. Martin provides insight into the fine balance between coaching and consulting, sharing how he integrates his industry expertise while maintaining a coach-like approach.

Additionally, Martin delves into the challenges of coaching within mergers and acquisitions, where cultural differences can create friction. He offers strategies for helping leaders facilitate smoother transitions and foster inclusive environments. The discussion also touches on the business side of coaching, highlighting the importance of structure, self-awareness, and collaboration with other coaches for success.

For coaches, business leaders, and those passionate about leadership development, this episode offers invaluable lessons on transformation, teamwork, and the power of conscious leadership.

In this episode of The Coaching Edge Podcast, hosts Dr. Steve Jeffs and Erwin de Grave welcome Tinus van der Merwe, a transformational coach with a wealth of experience in leadership development, coaching education, and organizational dynamics. Tinus shares his journey from industrial psychology to transformational coaching, emphasizing the importance of going beyond words to uncover deeper insights through subtle cues in body language and energy shifts.

The conversation dives into the complexities of coaching within organizations, exploring the ethical considerations, stakeholder dynamics, and the challenges of balancing client needs. Tinus also provides valuable advice for new and aspiring coaches, offering practical insights into developing a keen awareness of a client’s unspoken messages.

Throughout the episode, Tinus challenges common coaching myths, including the idea that coaching is about "helping" rather than guiding clients to their own realizations. He also discusses the significance of being fully present, building strong client relationships, and navigating the intersection of coaching, psychology, and consulting.

If you're interested in the evolving landscape of coaching, this episode is packed with thought-provoking insights and actionable wisdom.

In this episode of The Coaching Edge Podcast, hosts Steve Jeffs and Erwin de Grave are joined by Lisa Gregory, a seasoned business owner and leadership coach, to discuss the intersection of business and coaching. Lisa shares her unique journey from corporate leadership into coaching, highlighting the crucial mindset shift coaches need to make from being practitioners to business owners.

She offers valuable insights on the importance of sales and marketing in building a sustainable coaching practice and provides practical tips on how coaches can confidently articulate their value. The conversation also explores leadership coaching, overcoming common blind spots, and strategies for scaling a coaching business.

Additionally, Lisa and Steve introduce their book, Stuck No More: Practical Self-Coaching for Everyday Problems, designed to help individuals get unstuck using simple, powerful tools. Whether you're an aspiring coach or a seasoned professional looking to grow your business, this episode is packed with actionable takeaways to help you succeed.