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Episode Synopsis
The conversation explores the topic of self-disclosure in coaching. The hosts discuss the traditional approach of not disclosing anything about oneself and the potential benefits of sharing personal experiences. They emphasize the importance of maintaining focus on the client and being mindful of the intention behind self-disclosure. The conversation also touches on the potential risks and pitfalls of self-disclosure, such as projecting one's own experiences onto the client. Overall, the hosts suggest that self-disclosure can deepen the human-to-human connection in coaching, but it should be done thoughtfully and with the client's best interests in mind.Keywordscoaching, self-disclosure, client focus, human connection, intention, risks, benefitsTakeawaysSelf-disclosure in coaching can deepen the human-to-human connection and build trust.It is important to maintain focus on the client and be mindful of the intention behind self-disclosure.Self-disclosure should be done thoughtfully and with the client's best interests in mind.There are potential risks and pitfalls of self-disclosure, such as projecting one's own experiences onto the client.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Question00:30 Traditional Approach to Self-Disclosure in Coaching01:28 The Importance of Human-to-Human Connection03:02 Personal Examples of Self-Disclosure06:27 Different Types of Sharing09:07 Being Mindful of the Relevance and Usefulness of Sharing12:26 The Potential Power of Self-Disclosure15:33 Differentiating Between Personal Experience and Client Focus26:53 Closing Thoughts____If you'd like to stay up to date with new episodes, continue the conversation or generally support what we do: Send us your question: http://bit.ly/talkingaboutcoachingSign up to our mailing list (no spam, no sales, just a quick shout about new episodes): https://mailchi.mp/afc10fc74492/talkingaboutcoachingWatch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG2cC6sgHdLuhBdRqxQNPYgListen to and download all episodes: http://talkingaboutcoaching.buzzsprout.com/Like our Facebook page: http://fb.me/TalkingAboutCoachingJoin our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3023068731067611/Support the show on PatreonSupport the show
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