What is VOICE based coaching? First, at WindRiver Strategies we believe that every person exists because they bring inherent, natural Value (V) to the world. We assume given the overwhelming amount of scientific data that supports us that everyone is here because they have Value. Everyone delivers on that value in ways that “only they can” which are integral to a high learning, high functioning, enjoyable, low stress community. When we show up in the world connected to our Value without obstruction we have our best chance of living fulfilled.
Second, there are two and only two psychologies in the world. They are Choice and Control. Now, we grant that there are many “psychopathies” and psychological disorders but hold as conviction that there are only two psychologies. Our functioning world is dominated by control. When we are able to enter our functioning life because we “choose” to do so versus being compelled or manipulated by some external influence or internal narrative then we notice shifts upward in our morale and enjoyment of life.
Second, there are two and only two psychologies in the world. They are Choice and Control. Now, we grant that there are many “psychopathies” and psychological disorders but hold as conviction that there are only two psychologies. Our functioning world is dominated by control. When we are able to enter our functioning life because we “choose” to do so versus being compelled or manipulated by some external influence or internal narrative then we notice shifts upward in our morale and enjoyment of life.
VALUE + CHOICE = VOICE Based Coaching
VOICE Based Coaching works because it is transformational and is supported by proven theoretical foundations. For brevity’s sake, here are three influential steps in the transformative process:
Experience
In a recent paper by Kristina Summat, St Xavier University, entitled, “Transformative learning theory and coaching” the necessary experience is described. Experience begins with a disorienting dilemma that provides “grist for critical reflection”. Coaching clients who participated in Sammut’s study “were in agreement that a catalyst must exist in order to produce transformation” and “confirmed that coachees come to coaching for a host of reasons – being stuck in their lives with a problem or issue, a life changing event, professional development, etc.” In other words, when someone decides to engage the services of a coach they have identified a felt need in some area of their personal or professional life. Can you identify a need like that?
Upcoming Posts: Critical Reflection & Rational Discourse
- Experience
- Critical Reflection
- Rational Discourse in the process of meaning
Experience
In a recent paper by Kristina Summat, St Xavier University, entitled, “Transformative learning theory and coaching” the necessary experience is described. Experience begins with a disorienting dilemma that provides “grist for critical reflection”. Coaching clients who participated in Sammut’s study “were in agreement that a catalyst must exist in order to produce transformation” and “confirmed that coachees come to coaching for a host of reasons – being stuck in their lives with a problem or issue, a life changing event, professional development, etc.” In other words, when someone decides to engage the services of a coach they have identified a felt need in some area of their personal or professional life. Can you identify a need like that?
Upcoming Posts: Critical Reflection & Rational Discourse
"Did We Just Have A Good Meeting" Series
"Did We Just Have A Good Meeting? I'm Not Sure." (1): Leveraging Diverse Thinking & Behavioral Attributes
"Did We Just Have A Good Meeting? I'm Not Sure." (2): VitalTalks, Clarity & Ineffective Meetings
"Did We Just Have A Good Meeting? I'm Not Sure." (3a): VitalTalks, Vital Behavior & Persuasion
"Did We Just Have A Good Meeting? I'm Not Sure." (3b):VitalTalks, Vital Behavior & Persuasion
"Did We Just Have A Good Meeting? I'm Not Sure." (4): Meeting Styles
"Did We Just Have A Good Meeting? I'm Not Sure." (5): Why Lead Through A Consultative Style?
"Did We Just Have A Good Meeting? I'm Not Sure." (1): Leveraging Diverse Thinking & Behavioral Attributes
"Did We Just Have A Good Meeting? I'm Not Sure." (2): VitalTalks, Clarity & Ineffective Meetings
"Did We Just Have A Good Meeting? I'm Not Sure." (3a): VitalTalks, Vital Behavior & Persuasion
"Did We Just Have A Good Meeting? I'm Not Sure." (3b):VitalTalks, Vital Behavior & Persuasion
"Did We Just Have A Good Meeting? I'm Not Sure." (4): Meeting Styles
"Did We Just Have A Good Meeting? I'm Not Sure." (5): Why Lead Through A Consultative Style?
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