In this rich and inspiring conversation, Meg Rentschler welcomes Dr. Marcia Reynolds back to the show. A pioneer in the coaching industry and four-time guest, she discusses the newly released second edition of her landmark book, Coach the Person, Not the Problem. The conversation unpacks what drove the revision, her evolution as a coach and researcher, and a profound framework for what truly separates transformational coaching from transactional coaching. From identity coaching to the energetics of presence, this episode is a masterclass in what it means to coach at the deepest level. Join us!
Dr. Marcia Reynolds, president of Covisioning LLC, is passionate about researching, writing about, and teaching people around the world how to engage in powerful conversations that connect, influence, and activate change. She was the 5th global president of the International Coaching Federation and was inducted into their Circle of Distinction for her many years of service to the global coaching community. Global Gurus recognize her as one of the top ten coaches in the world. She is the creator of the renowned WBECS program and Breakthrough Coaching, and a Master Certified Neuroplastician.
Show Highlights:
- Reasons behind a second edition of Marcia’s book, Coach the Person, Not the Problem
- Coaching mastery is a path and a journey–not a destination.
- The difference between transformational coaching and transactional coaching
- Building your “curiosity” muscle vs. your “tell” muscle
- The neuroscience of coaching, based on decades of adult learning research
- Understanding the hidden places where you are judging others as “not as smart” as you are
- Letting go of “knowing” to be curious, present, and relentless with compassion
- Learning to be the coach who “takes it to the next level”
- Dr. Marcia’s key takeaway for listeners: “Presence is more than paying attention. The deeper we go with our full-body, open, vulnerable presence, the more powerful we are.”
Resources:
Connect with Dr. Marcia Reynolds
Website, LinkedIn, Instagram, and Coach the Person, Not the Problem
Dr. Marcia’s other SCS episodes: Ep. 40-Emotional Intelligence in Coaching, Ep. 329-Coach the Person, Not the Problem, and Ep. 374-Breakthrough Coaching
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