Episodes

  • Ep 61: Diverse Paths to Coaching: Reinvention, Sobriety & The Power of Supervision

    Ep 61: Diverse Paths to Coaching: Reinvention, Sobriety & The Power of Supervision
    Jun 24 2026
    To continue the Coaching Catalysts fifth anniversary celebration, co-hosts Rebecca Daniel and Sarah Bramall are joined by community members Celine Adout and Annie Knowles, both supervisees in the Supervision Collective.Celine Adout shares her journey from advising across continents to working with high-stakes leaders and developing her own decision-making methodology, while Annie Knowles reflects on her transition from decades in the NHS to sobriety coaching after personal experience with burnout and change.This episode dives into career pivots, the impact of burnout, and how supervision fosters ethical practice and community for coaches at every stage. Expect authentic stories, reflections on personal growth, and insight into the unique approaches both guests bring to coaching and life itself.Highlights:00:02 Meet the guests: Celine Adout & Annie Knowles03:02 Annie Knowles: From NHS radiographer to sobriety coach05:57 Celine Adout: Diverse careers and coaching "finding" her12:28 Burnout, fresh starts, and the journey into coaching18:03 How sobriety and self-care shaped Annie Knowles's coaching focus21:37 Using coaching approaches in healthcare settings25:12 Annie Knowles's book release: "Why We Drink Too Much"27:51 Celine Adout on her methodology and upcoming book "Adversary Advantage"34:00 Different ways to coach - challenge, support, and ethical clarity36:53 Why supervision matters for new and experienced coaches46:07 Two-word check out from the guests and hostsKey words: Supervision, coaching, burnout, methodology, sobriety, ethics, support, community, assumptions, accountability​​Connect with us here:Website: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com​—Work with us:Find out more about our supervision service: https://page.thecoachingcatalysts.com/the-collective Train to become a professional coach supervisor: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/supervision-diploma For ICF mentoring: https://go.thecoachingcatalysts.com/icf-mentor-coachingBook a call: https://tidycal.com/coachingcatalysts/explorationcall— Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecoachingcatalystsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecoachingcatalysts_ ​LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thecoachingcatalysts​Sarah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahbramallcoaching/Rebecca: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielrebecca/And our Whatsapp:https://wa.me/15557022689—About Celine AdoutCeline is the founder of Coaching Achievement Ltd, an advisory practicebuilt around one question: what stops leaders from committing to thedecisions they know they need to make?. She established her business from her experience across ‘fields and countries’ in advisory engagements, followed by 15 years as an executive learning coach.Connect with Celine:Website: https://www.coachingachievement.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/celineadout/Book: Adversary Advantage (available for pre-order)About Annie Knowles:Annie is a life and alcohol-free coach working with midlife women,particularly professionals, who are questioning their relationship withalcohol and want to improve their physical and mental wellbeing. Hercoaching focuses on helping clients move from habitual, automaticbehaviours to more conscious, values-led choices. Annie integratesbehaviour change, neuroscience, and a holistic approach, includingreflection, mindset, and mind-body awareness, to support sustainableChange.Connect with Annie:Website: https://www.annieknowlescoaching.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annie-knowles-26b83597/Book: Why We Drink Too MuchProduced by winteraudio.co.uk
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    53 mins
  • Ep 60: Celebrating Five Years: Supervision, Community & the Coaching Journey

    Ep 60: Celebrating Five Years: Supervision, Community & the Coaching Journey
    Jun 10 2026
    To mark their 5th birthday, co-hosts Sarah Bramall and Rebecca Daniel are joined by community members Emma Lee and Vanessa Parpinel, who are both supervisees in the Coaching Catalysts Supervision Collective.Emma shares how perimenopause sparked her transition into midlife mindset coaching, while Vanessa reflects on leaving a global flight attendant career to become an NLP practitioner and holistic coach.Together, they explore career reinvention, the value of supervision, and the power of community. Expect honest reflections, top tips for new coaches, and an inspiring reminder that trusting your unique path makes all the difference.Highlights: 00:15 Meet the guests: Emma Lee & Vanessa Parpinel 03:58 Emma Lee: Perimenopause led to training in coaching 08:15 Vanessa Parpinel: Flight attendant life, and the leap into coaching 13:37 Holding space and the impact of energy in group supervision 14:37 Emma Lee on coaching women through menopause 20:14 Vanessa Parpinel on burnout and helping people move forward 24:31 Why it’s good to invest in supervision before qualifying 29:09 The role of challenge, community, and authentic connection in supervision 33:24 The power of in-person meetups & building coaching networks 38:08 Every coach’s unique path & importance of action 40:06 Two-word reflectionsKey words: Coaching, supervision, transitions, midlife women, burnout, confidence, mindset, personal growth, career change, menopause, community, connection, holistic practice, resilience, support, wellbeing, energy, learning, peer support​​Connect with us here:Website: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com​—Work with us:Find out more about our supervision service: https://page.thecoachingcatalysts.com/the-collective Train to become a professional coach supervisor: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/supervision-diploma For ICF mentoring: https://go.thecoachingcatalysts.com/icf-mentor-coachingBook a call: https://tidycal.com/coachingcatalysts/explorationcall— Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecoachingcatalystsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecoachingcatalysts_ ​LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thecoachingcatalysts​Sarah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahbramallcoaching/Rebecca: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielrebecca/And our Whatsapp:https://wa.me/15557022689—About Vanessa Parpinel:Vanessa is a wellbeing and holistic coach, life coach, NLP practitioner, mentor, and certified Mental Health First Aider with MHFA England. She supports individuals through major life transitions, burnout, and periods of deep personal change, offering grounded, compassionate support rooted in emotional safety.Before coaching, Vanessa spent 18 years as a flight attendant, navigating constant pressure and demanding environments, giving her a first-hand insight into chronic fatigue, burnout, and the discomfort of staying in a life that no longer fits. She is especially drawn to working with those who feel stuck or afraid to leave familiar patterns behind.Connect with Vanessa:Website: coachingodyssey.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vanessa-parpinel-46063933b/About Emma Lee:Emma helps her clients choose themselves, step into their potential, and become the main character of their own story. Her approach centres on mindset, beliefs, and the unhelpful stories people tell themselves based on past experiences. These thoughts can feel very real but they are not always true or accurate. By shifting that inner narrative, Emma acts as a catalyst, building momentum to help individuals move forward with clarity, confidence, and energy. Emma works with adults, teenagers, schools, and businesses, tailoring her approach to each person or group. Connect with Emma:Website: https://www.emmalee.life/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmalee-mindsetcoach/Produced by winteraudio.co.uk
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    44 mins
  • Ep 59: Evolving as a Coach & Supervisor with Tracey Croucher-Clark and Amy Kranz

    Ep 59: Evolving as a Coach & Supervisor with Tracey Croucher-Clark and Amy Kranz
    May 27 2026
    What does it look like to continuously grow as a coach and what happens when you step into the world of professional supervision?In this episode, co-hosts Sarah Bramall and Rebecca Daniel sit down with two long-standing members of the Coaching Catalysts community, Tracey Croucher-Clark,accredited executive and developmental coach, and Amy Kranz, spiritual life and transitions coach.Tracey Croucher-Clark and Amy Kranz are both supervisees and supervisors-in-training on the Catalysts’ professional Supervision Diploma. They share honest stories of how they entered the coaching world, why supervision has become pivotal in their journeys, and the evolution of their coaching practices from working internally with organisations to supporting young people and fellow coaches.You’ll hear inspiring lessons on finding your “fit” in coaching, the importance of community, and why supervision is the “missing link” that sustains new (and seasoned) coaches.Highlights:00:17 Meet the guests: Tracey Croucher-Clark & Amy Kranz02:46 Amy Kranz: From Beijing isolation to finding her coaching tribe04:51 The journey from educator to coach and into creative adventures08:36 Tracey Croucher-Clark: Preparing for retirement, finding her “tribe,” and the courage to trust13:13 Introducing coach supervision in public sector organisations14:19 Supporting young people returning to education17:04 Why train as a supervisor? Supervision as the next “meta” step20:59 Supervision as the essential support network for coaches25:11 What every coach needs to know: You are your own first client26:45 Niches: let them evolve as you do27:45 Harnessing vision, courage, and taking small steps32:11 Two-word checkoutKey words:Coaching, supervision, leadership, professional development, community, transitions, confidence, creativity, belonging, public sector, education, growth, resilience, self-coaching, support, wellbeing, creative blocks, international schools, personal evolution​Connect with us here:Website: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com​—Work with us:Find out more about our supervision service: https://page.thecoachingcatalysts.com/the-collective Train to become a professional coach supervisor: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/supervision-diploma For ICF mentoring: https://go.thecoachingcatalysts.com/icf-mentor-coachingBook a call: https://tidycal.com/coachingcatalysts/explorationcall—Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecoachingcatalystsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecoachingcatalysts_ ​LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thecoachingcatalysts​Sarah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahbramallcoaching/Rebecca: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielrebecca/And our Whatsapp:https://wa.me/15557022689—About Tracey Croucher-Clark:Tracey Croucher-Clark is the founder of The Compass Coach, with over 28 years of public sector experience. She works across three specialist areas: coaching neurodivergent and anxious young people to build resilience and re-engage with learning; providing confidential supervision for leaders and coaches in education, public services, and charities; and delivering inspiring workshops on coaching, mindset, and the conscious and unconscious mind. She is also co-founder of NT Coaching, delivering a whole-systems approach to wellbeing in schools across NE Hampshire.About Amy Kranz:Amy Kranz is the founder of Clear Path, a Spiritual Life & Transitions Coaching practice specialising in cross-cultural communication and unblocking creative blocks. She is passionate about empowering women of a certain age to take on solo international travel adventures that could just change their lives.Produced by winteraudio.co.uk
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    37 mins
  • Ep 58: Embracing Emotional Growth in Parenting with Life Coach Leonora Found

    Ep 58: Embracing Emotional Growth in Parenting with Life Coach Leonora Found
    May 13 2026
    What happens when the role of “mother” or “caregiver” overshadows your sense of self? In this episode, co-hosts Sarah Bramall and Rebecca Daniel sit down with long-standing friend and member of the Catalysts, accredited life coach, and author of I’m Fine, Leonora Found. This is an honest, laughter-filled conversation about identity, emotional growth, and the power of community. Leonora shares her journey from industrial psychology and communications into full-time motherhood and then into coaching. She reveals how her lived experiences and struggles with confidence, burnout, and identity shaped her mission: to support parents in raising emotionally literate families, starting with themselves. Together, the trio explore how supervision, community, and self-coaching feed personal and professional growth, the realities (and hilarious moments!) of parenting through every stage, and why self-care matters for everyone.Whether you’re a parent, coach, leader, carer, or simply someone juggling the needs of others with your own development, this episode offers heartfelt stories and brilliant practical advice.Highlights:01:29 Introducing Leonora Found: how motherhood redefined her identity02:43 Losing confidence and sense of self “under the hood” of motherhood04:40 The data: stats on maternal overload and role confusion08:35 The importance of supervision and community10:04 The ripple effect: why you actually parent better when you prioritise your own growth12:46 The catalyst: how The Collective and supervision fueled Leonora’s transformation15:02 The value of group supervision, even when not actively coaching16:53 Raising emotionally resilient families: starting with mums 19:37 I’m Fine: the core message and motivation behind the book21:10 Parental emotional growth: central, not optional23:35 Parenting teens and young adults and filling the support gap28:47 Bringing emotional literacy workshops into schools and beyond31:03 Supporting parents (and educators) is key to build resilient families32:11 Two-word checkout.Key words:Parenting, emotional literacy, self-care, coaching, motherhood, identity, burnout, confidence, supervision, group coaching, resilience, growth, raising children, parental guilt, storytelling, learning, self-reflection, family​​Connect with us here:Website: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com​—Work with us:Find out more about our supervision service: https://page.thecoachingcatalysts.com/the-collective Train to become a professional coach supervisor: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/supervision-diploma For ICF mentoring: https://go.thecoachingcatalysts.com/icf-mentor-coachingBook a call: https://tidycal.com/coachingcatalysts/explorationcall— Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecoachingcatalystsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecoachingcatalysts_ ​LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thecoachingcatalysts​Sarah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahbramallcoaching/Rebecca: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielrebecca/And our Whatsapp:https://wa.me/15557022689—About Leonora FoundLeonora Found is an author and life coach who helps mothers better understand themselves, their emotions, and their relationships. Her work focuses on helping women slow down, reconnect with their needs, and create stronger emotional connections within families.She is the author of I’m Fine, which explores the emotional labour and identity shifts of motherhood, offering practical tools for emotional awareness and communication at home.Through Leonora Found Coaching, she works with mothers and young people to strengthen understanding and emotional connection within families, and is currently expanding her work into schools to support stronger relationships between students, parents, and educators.Connect with Leonora:Website: https://leonorafound.com/author/ Produced by winteraudio.co.uk
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    38 mins
  • Ep 57: Coaching Journeys: Accreditation, Solutions Focus, and AI with Janine Waldman

    Ep 57: Coaching Journeys: Accreditation, Solutions Focus, and AI with Janine Waldman
    Apr 29 2026
    What does it really mean to be a “proper coach” today? In a world of shifting accreditation, rapidly changing technology, and evolving communities, the answer is anything but simple.In this episode, Sarah Bramall and Rebecca Daniel sit down with Janine Waldman, director and co-owner of The Solutions Focus and Membership Director of APEX (the Association for Professional Executive Coaching and Supervision), to explore coaching in the real world. Janine shares her journey from HR and L&D to solution-focused coaching, a practical, no-nonsense approach built on one idea: find what works and do more of it.They also tackle AI head-on. Not as a replacement, but as a sharp thinking partner that challenges assumptions and deepens reflection. The result? A candid, grounded conversation about staying human, relevant, and effective in a rapidly changing coaching landscape.Highlights:01:40 How Sarah first met Janine.03:39 How Janine discovered coaching.05:52 What is a "solutions focus" approach?08:17 Why does a “solution focus” approach create positive change for clients?09:30 Janine recommends her books “Positively Speaking” and “The Resilience Pocketbook” for coaches interested in solutions focus.12:16 Janine shares her excitement about using AI tools to reflect on and analyse her coaching practice.13:13 How AI can be a useful thinking partner but cautions against relying on it without human judgment.16:07 Coaching should be a distinct profession, accessible to people from varying backgrounds, not just psychologists.17:07 The importance of accreditation.19:36 Janine’s new role as membership director of APEX21:47 ICF membership, the value of community and learning from peers.24:20 The keys to essential professional growth: community, peer education and supervision.25:32 Two-word takeawaysKey Words: Coaching, coaching culture, positive psychology, wellbeing, resilience, group coaching, peer support, leadership development, strengths-based coaching, continuous development, internal coaching pool, community, professional growth, workplace wellbeing,​​Connect with us here:​Website:https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com​Work with us:Find out more about our supervision service here: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/collective Train to become a professional coach supervisor here: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/supervision-diploma ​To book a call: https://tidycal.com/coachingcatalysts/explorationcall​For ICF mentoring see here: https://go.thecoachingcatalysts.com/icf-mentor-coaching Social Media:https://www.facebook.com/thecoachingcatalysts​https://www.instagram.com/thecoachingcatalysts_ ​https://www.linkedin.com/company/thecoachingcatalysts​Sarah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahbramallcoaching/​Rebecca: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielrebecca/​And our Whatsapp here:https://wa.me/15557022689About Janine WaldmanJanine is an executive coach and leadership consultant with first-hand experience of leading in complex, high-pressure environments across a 25-year career. Her background is in HR and OD roles, and she counts brands such as Accenture, Warner Brothers and BNP Paribas among her portfolio of clients.Janine is passionate about creating a confidential space for leaders to think clearly about how they’re perceived, their impact and what they want to shift. She’s a lifelong believer in people’s ability to surprise themselves, working in a direct and practical way to bring about lasting change.Connect with Janine:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisastone01/Website: https://www.right.com/en/Produced by winteraudio.co.uk
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    32 mins
  • Ep 56: Cultivating a Coaching Culture at ITV with Kirsty Duncan

    Ep 56: Cultivating a Coaching Culture at ITV with Kirsty Duncan
    Apr 15 2026
    What does it mean to truly embed coaching at the heart of organisational wellbeing and development? In this energising episode, co-hosts Sarah Bramall and Rebecca Daniel sit down with Kirsty Duncan, Head of Learning, Development and Wellbeing at ITV and founder of Kirsty Duncan Coaching. The conversation is a deep dive into how one leader is helping build a thriving, strengths-based coaching culture from the inside out, while growing her own independent coaching practice along the way.Kirsty shares her journey from qualifying as a coach during lockdown, to rolling out group coaching programmes focused on wellbeing, resilience, and positive psychology across ITV. She opens up about her commitment to continuous development (including recent positive psychology training) and how it’s impacted both her confidence as a coach and the effectiveness of her work with leaders, managers, and peers.The discussion explores the value of group and peer support, the practicalities (and challenges) of running an internal coaching pool, and the importance of ongoing community for coaches at any stage of their journey.Highlights:01:21 Kirsty Duncan shares her journey into coaching and her role at ITV03:09 Why wellbeing is at the centre of coaching programmes, and how group coaching builds peer support04:39 How training in positive psychology has shaped Kirsty’s coaching philosophy and toolkit06:31 "More good days by design" and how to intentionally create more of them07:53 The impact of ongoing learning and upskilling for coaches08:52 How strengths-based coaching is creating tangible shifts10:49 Building and sustaining an internal coaching pool13:20 The real challenges: Time, scalability, and maintaining growth14:15 Kirsty’s story of how being coached through a challenging transition led to her training as a coach16:46 It’s not just about what happens during that 1 hour coaching session18:11 Growing an independent coaching practice: What excites Kirsty about her next chapter.Key words: Coaching, coaching culture, positive psychology, wellbeing, resilience, group coaching, peer support, leadership development, strengths-based coaching, continuous development, internal coaching pool, community, professional growth, workplace wellbeing, more good days by designConnect with us here:​Website:https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com​Work with us:​FREE Supervision Experience for Coaches: Listening Partnerships, register here: https://bit.ly/supervisionexperienceOur roundtable discussions for internal coaches here:https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/organisationalcoaches​Find out more about our supervision service here: http://bit.ly/coaching-collective​To book a call: https://tidycal.com/coachingcatalysts/explorationcall​​To become a professional coach supervisor with The Coaching Catalysts, head here: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/supervisiondiplomaFor ICF mentoring see here: https://bit.ly/catalystsmentorcoachingSocial Media:https://www.facebook.com/thecoachingcatalysts​https://www.instagram.com/thecoachingcatalysts_ ​https://www.linkedin.com/company/thecoachingcatalysts​Sarah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahbramallcoaching/​Rebecca: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielrebecca/​And our Whatsapp here:https://wa.me/15557022689​About Kirsty Duncan:Kirsty Duncan is a Learning and Development Professional for over 20 years, or Head of Learning, Development and Wellbeing, and founder of Kirsty Duncan Coaching. At ITV, she leads the strategy for Learning and Development across the organisation, which is designed to support colleagues in developing a career they love and building the skills they need to thrive, with wellbeing at the heart of the development strategy. She is also a qualified coach, EMCC accredited, and is currently completing a Positive Psychology in Coaching Qualification with Paseda360.Produced by winteraudio.co.uk
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    27 mins
  • Ep 55: Building Confidence and Connection through Mentor Coaching with Kim Cutler

    Ep 55: Building Confidence and Connection through Mentor Coaching with Kim Cutler
    Apr 1 2026
    What does the mentor coaching journey really look like, and how does it shape you as a coach? In this episode, co-hosts Sarah Bramall and Rebecca Daniel are joined by Kim Cutler, an ICF PCC executive & leadership coach and one of the Coaching Catalyst’s beloved mentor coaches for an honest, insightful conversation about credentialing, community, and growth.Kim shares her transformation from a demanding decade in corporate finance to building a fulfilling practice in executive and mentor coaching, sparked by her own experience as a coachee. The trio reflects on their diverse paths to ICF credentialing, what “community” really means during coach development, and why mentor coaching is so much more than a tick-box exercise.Whether you’re a new coach considering credentialing or a seasoned practitioner looking for your next stretch, this episode is packed with wisdom, encouragement, and actionable advice.Highlights:00:57 Kim’s introduction: From corporate finance to coaching 02:30 The turning point, how a career break and coaching sparked change 05:55 The difference between a slow and all-in approach to credentialing 07:11 Learning, books, and the value of deep transformation 09:17 There’s no single “right” route to your ICF credential 10:06 Why community matters (and how to find yours) 13:46 What really happens in mentor coaching15:21 How mentor coaching brings out your strengths (not just your weaknesses) 18:39 Navigating discomfort and moving from tick-box to transformation 22:32 Finding your unique coaching style, holding the standards, not rigidity 23:12 The future of coaching and the journey toward potential regulation 24:14 Demystifying the mentor coaching and credentialing process 28:35 Start before you’re ready, practical tips for coach development 30:20 How the Coaching Catalysts supports you every step of the way 31:00 Why collaboration, diversity in feedback, and fun matter 33:29 Two-word checkouts.Key words: Mentor coaching, ICF credentialing, coach development, executive coaching, PCC, ACC, coaching community, coach supervision, growth, coach support, professional standards, coaching pathways, learning, courage, finding your style, coaching practice, self-reflection, group coaching, coaching industryConnect with us here:​Website:https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com​Work with us: ​Find out more about our supervision service here: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/collective Train to become a professional coach supervisor here: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/supervision-diploma ​To book a call: https://tidycal.com/coachingcatalysts/explorationcall​ For ICF mentoring see here: https://go.thecoachingcatalysts.com/icf-mentor-coaching Social Media:https://www.facebook.com/thecoachingcatalysts​https://www.instagram.com/thecoachingcatalysts_ ​https://www.linkedin.com/company/thecoachingcatalysts​Sarah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahbramallcoaching/​Rebecca: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielrebecca/​And our Whatsapp here:https://wa.me/15557022689​About Kim Cutler:Kim Cutler is a professional coach with over eight years’ experience working with executives, senior leaders, emerging talent, and professionals across sectors including finance, tech, education, and the public sector. Her coaching style is grounded, human, and quietly powerful, offering a blend of insight, challenge, and warmth.Kim holds a BSc (Hons) in Psychology, is an accredited Lumina Practitioner, and a Professional Certified Coach (PCC) with the ICF. She is also a registered ICF Mentor Coach and Assessor, supporting coaches working towards their ACC and PCC credentials.She creates a reflective and honest space where personal insight meets practical action, helping clients grow in confidence and impact.Produced by winteraudio.co.uk
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    38 mins
  • Ep 54: Making Coaching Scalable: Insights on Diversity, Leadership, and Global Trends with Lisa Stone

    Ep 54: Making Coaching Scalable: Insights on Diversity, Leadership, and Global Trends with Lisa Stone
    Mar 18 2026
    What does it really take to build a thriving coaching culture inside organisations today and where does technology like AI fit in? In this episode, co-hosts Sarah Bramall and Rebecca Daniel sit down with Lisa Stone, Head of Coaching at Right Management and senior consultant at Talent Solutions, for an honest, wide-ranging conversation covering the real opportunities and challenges facing coaches and organisations in 2026.Lisa shares her personal journey from balancing a long career in talent development with motherhood and adoption, to finally pursuing her formal coaching accreditation after starting out with informal guidance years earlier.The conversation explores finding your ‘secret sauce’ as a coach and what’s changing in the coaching landscape. The rise of group and peer coaching, the growing push for diversity and inclusivity (including lived experience and neurodiversity), and how organisations can make coaching more scalable without losing the magic of human connection. This episode is packed with reflection, strategy, and practical inspiration for the future of coaching.Highlights:01:01 Lisa’s professional & personal story04:19 Why Lisa was drawn to coaching and how her journey links parenting and professional development08:09 The reality of juggling qualifications, motherhood, and career12:23 How coaching is being integrated and how to make it scalable14:09 Why “space” and “presence” are powerful for leaders18:17 Where are the coaching opportunities?21:19 Global coaching trends: AI in coaching, cultural competence, coaching sector specialisms, and neurodiversity in coaching24:03 Being clear on what you can offer as a coach27:08 Harnessing the power of AI in coaching33:10 The impact of coaching for organisations36:54 Leadership challenges: building neuroinclusive teams through coaching40:04 The value of mentor coaching, supervision, and reflective practice42:58 Two-word checkouts.Key words:Coaching, coaching cultures, global trends, leadership, mentor coaching, neurodiversity in coaching, global coaching, AI in coaching, coaching in organisations, leadership coaching, diversity and inclusion in coaching,Connect with us here:​Website:https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com​Work with us:​FREE Supervision Experience for Coaches: Listening Partnerships, register here: https://bit.ly/supervisionexperienceOur roundtable discussions for internal coaches here:https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/organisationalcoaches​Find out more about our supervision service here: http://bit.ly/coaching-collective​To book a call: https://tidycal.com/coachingcatalysts/explorationcall​​To become a professional coach supervisor with The Coaching Catalysts, head here: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/supervisiondiplomaFor ICF mentoring see here: https://bit.ly/catalystsmentorcoachingSocial Media:https://www.facebook.com/thecoachingcatalysts​https://www.instagram.com/thecoachingcatalysts_ ​https://www.linkedin.com/company/thecoachingcatalysts​Sarah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahbramallcoaching/​Rebecca: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielrebecca/​And our Whatsapp here:https://wa.me/15557022689​About Lisa StoneLisa is a Fellow of the CIPD and has worked as a Senior Consultant withRight Management since 2007. Lisa has been providing development,career and performance coaching to clients for the past eighteen yearsboth in the UK and globally. She works with all levels of seniority includingboard level and frequently uses psychometrics and 360 feedback tools inher coaching.LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisastone01/Website: https://www.right.com/en/Produced by winteraudio.co.uk
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    48 mins