# Coacharya Blog


## Posts

- [New Webinar Series on Systemic Coaching](https://blog.coacharya.com/new-webinar-series-on-systemic-coaching/): As of April 10, the topic we will focus on in the monthly Advanced webinar will be Systemic Coaching. We will likely stay on this topic through the rest of 2019. Please join Ram, Coacharya Founder and Master coach and his guests, for this monthly series on coaching. Why Systemic Coaching? Coacharya believes that Systemic […]
- [Theory U, Generative Listening and their relevance to coaching](https://blog.coacharya.com/theory-u-otto-scharmer/): In his book Theory U, Otto Scharmer models the movement of the ego state we are often imprisoned, in what he terms as “absencing,” to the liberated collective conscious state of the ecosystem, in what he terms as “presencing.” Three of our coaches Bhaskar, John and Ujjaval partnered in presenting Theory U as it relates to […]
- [Coaching From an Organizational Development Perspective (video)](https://blog.coacharya.com/coaching-from-an-organizational-development-perspective-video/): Coaching is seen as an individual process working towards behavioural change. It is. However, unless the individual is addressed as part of the system he or she belongs to (a family, an institution or an organisation and in integration with them), behavioural changes will not sustain. This systemic perspective is the central theme of Organisational […]
- [Beware: Your mind is in gear when Mindful!](https://blog.coacharya.com/beware-your-mind-is-in-gear-when-mindful/): Being mindful expecting the mind to be still is like shifting your car into gear with engine running expecting it to stay stationary. Ram Ramanathan Founder, Coacharya Many Mindfulness practitioners come to me saying that they are more stressed than when they started. I ask them about their expectations. They start with stress and anxiety […]
- [Systemic Team Coaching - Applications to Executive Leadership](https://blog.coacharya.com/systemic-coaching-executive-leadership/):   Systemic Executive Leadership Team Coaching has become an increasing trend in the world of executive coaching. Why? Because it maximizes organizational performance while celebrating an individual’s uniqueness. Here’s a short explanation on what systemic executive leadership team coaching is and its importance. Traditionally, executive coaching addresses the whole of a client. So, when various […]
- [Create Your Future - A Mindlessness Retreat in India](https://blog.coacharya.com/create-your-future-a-mindlessness-retreat-in-india/): See Upcoming Retreats Following the success of the retreat described in this post, we’re planning several retreats in 2020 in Bali, California and Australia. Learn More Coacharya’s Create Your Future Program This experiential program helps you to design your future with purpose and learn a process that would help you realise it. Admittedly a tall […]
- [Lead for Change - A Conference For Those Who Lead and Coach](https://blog.coacharya.com/leadership-conference-bangalore-2018/): BANGALORE, December 20, 2018 — Over 280 coaches and other leadership professionals gathered at Taj Bangalore for the first inaugural Lead for Change conference. The event was put on by Coacharya, a global leadership development firm. It was sponsored by Manipal Academy of Higher Education and by Welingkar Education. “When Coacharya started coach credential training […]
- [Lead for Change - Conference in Bangalore on Dec. 19](https://blog.coacharya.com/lead-for-change-conference-in-bangalore-on-dec-19/): Our leadership conference in Bangalore is fast approaching. If you haven’t booked your ticket, please do so ASAP or you’ll miss out. Buy your ticket here. Today, we’re excited to confirm our conference agenda. Attendees will earn 8 CCEUs towards their coaching credential renewal. Please take a look at the schedule below. You can see […]
- [Understanding Neurochemistry on a Conversational Intelligence Level for Leadership Development (Video)](https://blog.coacharya.com/understanding-neurochemistry-on-a-conversational-intelligence-level-for-leadership-development-video/): The quality of conversations in the workplace is the foundation for building relationships and trust among employees, which in turn defines the quality of an organisation’s culture. Leaders are at the forefront of establishing the culture of an organisation – a culture in which people have to operate and to which clients will respond. Emotional […]
- [Adobe's Performance Management Philosophy: Check-ins (video)](https://blog.coacharya.com/adobes-performance-management-philosophy-check-ins-video/): In case you missed our last webinar, here’s a recording. For future webinars, please go to learn.coacharya.com/events. Please also take a look at these resources on check-ins: https://www.adobe.com/check-in.html https://www.adobe.com/content/dam/acom/en/aboutadobe/pdfs/adobe-check-in-toolkit.pdf
- [Pattern Recognition in Coaching – Connecting the Dots](https://blog.coacharya.com/pattern-recognition-in-coaching/): This is a guest post by Mohan Bala, Coacharya training program alumnus.  As coaches, we are encouraged to act as distortion free mirrors of the client’s reality and we do this largely in 2 ways, sharing an observation or asking a question. But what exactly are we doing? What differentiates an incisive observation from one […]
- [Eastern Philosophy and Spirituality in Coaching (video)](https://blog.coacharya.com/eastern-philosophy-spirituality-coaching-video/): Starting August 8, 2018, we’ve kicked off a special series on Eastern Philosophy and Spirituality in Coaching. Each webinar is a combination of lecture and discussion, led by Ram Ramanathan, Coacharya Founder. This blog will be updated monthly with the latest video in the series. You can also view all videos on YouTube on the […]
- [Understanding Why Systemic Coaching is Essential for Effective Leadership](https://blog.coacharya.com/why-systemic-leadership-coaching/): When infinity leaves the infinite the infinite still remains full. Isa Vasya – Upanishad circa 3000 BCE Think hologram when you think of a system. However you splice and dice a hologram it retains its core identity. So should a well-designed system. When coaching is used as a leadership development intervention in a corporate organization […]
- [How Supervision Enhances You As A Coach (video)](https://blog.coacharya.com/how-supervision-enhances-you-as-a-coach-video/): According to the European Mentoring & Coaching Council – EMCC, the purpose of supervision is to enhance the wellbeing, and develop the practice of coaches of all levels of experience, with recognition of three functions of supervision described by Hawkins and Smith: The Developmental Function – Concerned with development of skills, understanding and capacities of […]
- [Reflection on “On Becoming a Person” and the Coaching Journey](https://blog.coacharya.com/becoming-person/): The following is a guest post by Rama Kannan, Coacharya alumna. Rama coaches senior executives in the corporate and social sectors across countries. She has been a Coach and Mentor for over 9 years and is also a Director on the board of a listed company. Her strength as an executive coach is built on […]
- [Coach Training Books and Videos](https://blog.coacharya.com/coach-training-books-videos/): In addition to formal coach training, there are a lot of resources out there that an aspiring (or practicing!) coach can utilize to hone their craft. Below we’ve compiled a list of videos on coaching as well as books on coaching that we recommend all our learners watch and read while they train with us. […]
- [Existential Universe Mapper Webinar (Video)](https://blog.coacharya.com/existential-universe-mapper-webinar-video/): If you missed our Existential Universe Mapper (EUM) webinar, you can now catch it on YouTube or watch it below. The slides used in the presentation are also embedded. To learn more about EUM, take a look at this comprehensive article. We hope to see you at our future webinars! Existential Universe Mapper (EUM) Framework […]
- [Eastern Philosophies in Coaching - Special Webinar Series](https://blog.coacharya.com/eastern-philosophies-in-coaching-special-webinar-series/): [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”] Many of you have emailed us with questions on how to incorporate Eastern philosophies in coaching. Even though this is already a part of our coach training programs, not […]
- [5 Question to ask before you choose coach training program](https://blog.coacharya.com/choose-coach-training-program/): Coaching has a rich history in business and professional life, but it’s only in recent years that coaching has become more formalized and recognized as a profession. To support that change, coaching credentials were created and global best practices developed. To ensure coaches have the necessary tools at their disposal, coach training programs started as […]
- [Dogs and Coaching](https://blog.coacharya.com/dogs-and-coaching/): [et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”] It’s my birthday today so I get to talk about what I love, and what I love is dogs! That’s right – pups, puppos, doggos, woofers – dogs. The best creatures on the planet, in my opinion. But I’m not completely crazy (yet). This is a website dedicated […]
- [Existential Universe Mapper (EUM) Overview](https://blog.coacharya.com/eum-existential-universe-mapper/): The following is a guest article by Ashok Malhotra, creator of EUM. Ashok also presented an overview of EUM in a Coacharya webinar recently. You can see the recording of that session on the bottom of this article, or you can watch it directly on YouTube. The Existential Universe Mapper (EUM©) suite belongs to the […]
- [Making Coaching Your Business (Video)](https://blog.coacharya.com/making-coaching-your-business-video/): As with any entrepreneurial endeavor, starting (or growing) a coaching business is not easy. It takes hard work and perseverance. We recently sat down with a few experienced coaches who have successfully turned their passion for coaching into a business to learn some practical tips that any coach can apply to their practice. The session […]
- [Coaching the Confused Generation](https://blog.coacharya.com/coaching-the-confused-generation/): The millennial generation and ones that follow are gifted. They are idealistic, passionate and unbelieving in limitations imposed by society on them. These generations can truly change the world we live in. My experience is that the more gifted and successful they are, more likely they are of becoming discontent with what they achieve and […]
- [How to Add Credentials to LinkedIn and Boost Your Visibility](https://blog.coacharya.com/how-to-add-professional-coaching-credential-linkedin/): You didn’t get your coaching credential in order to show it off, but you should definitely make sure that the world knows about it. Even though they may never tell you this, your prospective clients are probably checking you out on LinkedIn. Many are likely searching for you on Google, too (more on that in another […]
- [ICF-Accredited Coach Training Program in Singapore (ACTP)](https://blog.coacharya.com/icf-accredited-coach-training-program-singapore-actp/): We’re excited to be hosting an ICF Accredited Coach Training Program (ACTP) in Singapore. This 60 hour training will take place over two 3-day weekends in July and September. Completion will qualify participants to apply for their ACC credential from ICF. If you know anyone in Singapore who may be interested, please pass on a […]
- [Polarity Workshops In India in July 2018](https://blog.coacharya.com/polarity-workshop-india/): Barry Johnson and Bosco Dmello presented the Polarity concept during the Coacharya International Coaching Week Colloquium 2018. This concept is very powerful and I use it, even though I am not yet certified through their training with powerful results. I plan to attend one of the workshops very soon. If you’re in India in July, […]
- [Existential Universe Mapper (EUM) - Individual Certification in Bangalore, India](https://blog.coacharya.com/existential-universe-mapper-eum-individual-certification-in-bangalore-india/): I found the Existential Universe Mapper (EUM) framework relevant to coaching both at the individual and system level. Integrating this vertical assessment with the horizontal framework of most psychometrics provides a powerful lens to view the client and client situation. I strongly recommend EUM to coaches serious in enhancing their quality and performance of coaching. The […]
- [What is Coaching and How Do I Become a Coach? (Video)](https://blog.coacharya.com/become-coach-video/): A few of our Associate Trainers recently recorded webinars where they discussed their personal journeys into coaching. They passed on advice and insights to anyone considering becoming a coach and gave some detail about coaching credentials. The first embedded video is from our international panel: Ram, Karen, and Shyam. The second video is from our India panel: Ram, Paras, Anita, Cindy and Shyam. […]
- [How to Take Control of Your Google Search Results](https://blog.coacharya.com/how-to-take-control-of-your-google-search-results/): Whether you like it or not, your prospective clients are checking you out. They’re heading to LinkedIn to verify that you have professional coaching credentials, and they’re definitely googling you. What they see can make the difference between you getting the job or missing out. As professional coaches, one’s reputation – offline and online – […]
- [Mastering Different Approaches in Jungian Coaching](https://blog.coacharya.com/jungian-approaches-in-coaching/): Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life and you will call it fate. Carl Jung Though we refer to Jungian coaching in general, we use several aspects of psychoanalytical and psychodynamic approaches developed by Freud, Jung, Adler and others in coaching. These approaches have in common the belief that a large […]
- [Mastering Polarity Coaching: Navigate Coaching Paradoxes with Ease](https://blog.coacharya.com/polarities-in-coaching/): There is no energy unless there is a tension of opposites; hence it is necessary to discover the opposite to the attitude of the conscious mind. Carl Jung Everything in life is a polarity. Life and death are polarities. To some death is preferable to death; to many it is not. When he was condemned […]
- [Self in Coaching](https://blog.coacharya.com/self-in-coaching/): The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change. Carl Rogers The space between self-awareness and self-deception is rather small. We see two pictures in coaching: one of the coach and the other of the client. The coach needs to see only the picture of the client. […]
- [Constellations in Coaching](https://blog.coacharya.com/constellations-in-coaching/): In all chaos there is a cosmos. In all disorder a secret order. Carl Jung I recently had the opportunity to review John Whittington’s book, Systemic Coaching and Constellations for a coaching journal. To do it justice, I needed to experiment and prove to myself the constellations concepts worked. Let’s explore what constellations are and how you can […]
- [International Coaching Week 2018 Webinar Recordings](https://blog.coacharya.com/international-coaching-week-2018-webinar-recordings/): Thank you to all our speakers, moderators and attendees of Coacharya’s International Coaching Week. Listeners joined from 42 countries! We hope that you found the sessions useful and inspirational and that you learned something new. If you missed any of our distinguished speakers, you can catch up with the recordings of their sessions below. Over […]
- [Helping Successful Leaders Get Even Better - Marshall Goldsmith | ICW 2018](https://blog.coacharya.com/leadership-marshall-goldsmith-icw2018/): Thank you everyone for supporting Coacharya’s International Coaching Week! We will post recordings of all sessions next week. Since Marshall Goldsmith requested that we share the following articles, we’re posting a note on his session early. Please feel free to download the articles below and check back here after May 15 for the full recording […]
- [Life and Executive Coaching Overview](https://blog.coacharya.com/executive-coaching-different-life-coaching/): All coaching becomes life coaching after the first session. Coaching Cliche Many people thinking about our coach training program as well as many coaching clients ask me the same question – How is executive coaching different from life coaching? Executive coaching does differ vastly from life coaching in terms of purpose, audience and requirement from […]
- [Empowering Relationship](https://blog.coacharya.com/empowering-relationship/): The state of empathy, or being empathic, is to perceive the internal frame of reference of another with accuracy and with the emotional components and meanings which pertain thereto as if one were the person. Carl Rogers Rogers goes on to say, “To be with another in this way means that for the time being you […]
- [Mindless Presence](https://blog.coacharya.com/mindless-presence/): Presence is absence. At the height of masterful coaching all you witness is a dance that the client leads. Coach is mindless and invisible. Ram Ramanathan Creating a contractual agreement for the coaching session and journey is a tactical need to ensure that a foundation is laid. Sustaining one’s presence through the session and journey is the […]
- [Awareness in Coach and Client](https://blog.coacharya.com/awareness-coach-client/): No problem can be solved at the same level of consciousness that created it. Albert Einstein If we look at coaching as a learning journey, it would go through these stages: Unconscious Incompetence Conscious Incompetence Conscious Competence Unconscious Competence The shift from unconscious incompetence to conscious incompetence is the awareness a coach explores in partnering a […]
- [International Coaching Week 2018](https://blog.coacharya.com/international-coaching-week-2018/): International Coaching Week 2018 is just around the corner, May 7-14. It’s an opportunity for to educate the public about coaching and its benefits, and a time for coaches to reflect about techniques and trends in our industry. As our contribution to the coaching community, Coacharya is honored to host 16 renowned speakers for a […]
- [Grow Coaching Model Explained](https://blog.coacharya.com/grow-coaching-model-process-framework/): Coaching focuses on future possibilities, not past mistakes. Sir John Whitmore Many are taught to look at GROW as a model. I think it’s more useful to view it as a process framework in coaching as well as in many other interactions where one desires to shift the mind map, with themselves or others. GROW […]
- [Emotional Intelligence: The Secret to Exceptional Leadership & Performance](https://blog.coacharya.com/emotional-intelligence/): When asked which do you love, cats or dogs, what do you say? I love dogs I love cats I love them both! Several studies and surveys have been conducted on whether people are dog or cat people. You can quiz yourself on a dozen websites most of which are dreamt up by people who […]
- [Effective Strategies for Conflict Resolution Coaching](https://blog.coacharya.com/conflict-resolution-coaching/): You cannot shake hands with a clenched fist. Indira Gandhi Coaching is generally about resolving internal conflicts. It is about unclenching the mind. The coaching process can be used for unclenching the fist as well. Conflicts arise when mind maps become rigid, listening dies, conversations turn into confrontations. A good coach would mediate or negotiate […]
- [ICF Changes To Impact Credentialing Requirements](https://blog.coacharya.com/icf-changes-impact-credentialing-requirements/): If you are planning to apply for your MCC, do it before July 31, 2018. ICF rules are getting stricter. ICF has announced changes to enhance quality of coaching credentials. While the changes are welcome and will contribute positively to reputation of credentialed coaches, there are consequences to those who have thought about Mastery credentials, but […]
- [Speed Coaching: A Collective Coaching Process](https://blog.coacharya.com/speed-collective-coaching-process/): Vision of leaders needs the muscle of teams to fulfill. Teams function well when then they have ownership in decision making in addition to factors of safety, trust, and relevance of objectives. Leadership decisions taken without involvement of team inputs have less chance of succeeding than those taken in consultative involvement. Increasing diversity, accelerating change […]
- [Collective Coaching: The Next Level of Group Coaching](https://blog.coacharya.com/collective-coaching-next-level-group-coaching/): Coming together is a beginning. Keeping together is progress. Working together is success.                                                             – Henry Ford Coaches call this by many names: group coaching, team coaching, and systemic coaching. I prefer using the word collective coaching as it embodies deeper intervention to a broader objective. For long, coaching has been directed at individuals. It […]
- [Psychometric Assessments and Coaching](https://blog.coacharya.com/psychometric-assessments-coaching/): This is a guest post by Rahul Baswani. Rahul was recently featured as a speaker at Coacharya Coaching Colloquium, our monthly webinar on topics in coaching and leadership. You can watch Rahul’s session you YouTube or by scrolling to the bottom of this post. Psychometric assessments play an integral role in accelerating the executive coaching journey. […]
- [The Shift to Coach Mentors](https://blog.coacharya.com/shift-coach-mentors/): The CHRO of a large global organization was talking to me about the leadership development needs of his senior management. “I need coaches who can also mentor. I need coaches who have been there and done it.” I was curious, “Why don’t you mentor your executives with other executives with more experience and expertise? Why […]
- [How to Create Effective Coaching Contracts?](https://blog.coacharya.com/coaching-contract/): This post is part of the Mastery in Coaching series. “You know, every single thing that people have said about their purpose is not my purpose is to become rich, become wealthy, become clever, be good at this, be good at that; no, every single person who have answered that have said to contribute to […]
- [Coaching Ethics: Understanding the Importance to build Trust & Credibility](https://blog.coacharya.com/coaching-ethics/): This post is part of the Mastery in Coaching series. Impermanence is the first truth. Craving being the cause of impermanence is the second. Disengagement to end craving is the third truth. The eightfold path to disengage is the final fourth truth. – Buddha, paraphrased Dictionaries often refer you to morals when you search for ethics. Somewhere […]
- [Increasing Psychological Safety at Work](https://blog.coacharya.com/increasing-psychological-safety-work/): In her 1999 study on workplace safety, Amy Edmondson defines Psychological Safety as “a sense of confidence that the team will not embarrass, reject or punish someone for speaking up.” Edmondson relates Psychological Safety to team learning and team performance, especially under stress of change. Without feeling safe you cannot perform and succeed at work. Toxic ‘bro’ […]
- [Coaching on a New Year Resolution](https://blog.coacharya.com/coaching-new-year-resolution/): A lot of people make New Year’s resolutions, but only 9% actually succeed. As coaches, surely there’s something more that we can do! We decided to give it a shot. Each month we have a learner webinar for everyone currently enrolled in our coach training programs. In our last session, our brave volunteer, Radhika, had a coaching […]
- [Integration of East and West - the Coacharya Philosophy](https://blog.coacharya.com/integration-east-west-coacharya-philosophy/): The Western paradigm in self development is a few centuries old, compared to the several millenniums old Eastern tradition of creating awareness, purpose and action in Self. For long, the Western paradigm was based on the church, and later the Descartian view of “I think, therefore I am.” Thinking and the cognitive mind reigned supreme, […]
- [Coach Knowledge Assessment - CKA](https://blog.coacharya.com/coach-knowledge-assessment-cka/): For anyone currently participating in an accredited coach training program (ACTP), the Coach Knowledge Assessment (CKA) is the final milestone before achieving your ICF coaching credential. Here are some helpful guidelines for you as you prepare to take your CKA. Since the CKA is an open book exam, so the following content can be printed […]
- [Millennials' Muse - Priyanka Chopra](https://blog.coacharya.com/millennials-muse-priyanka-chopra/): Priyanka Chopra, actor, singer, author, fighter, fearless, fierce and flawed (in her words), shares her 12 rules with young people, especially women, telling them not to wear the glass slipper that doesn’t fit and to break the glass ceiling. In this 17 minute talk, far better than most TED talks I have heard, she mixes […]
- [Mastery Coaching: Your Pathway to Excellence](https://blog.coacharya.com/what-is-mastery-coaching/): In the beginning there are no rules, because you don’t know what you do. In the middle, there are only rules, nothing beyond, and they limit you. In the end you control rules, not the other way around. You are now the master. Rules are important. But it is more important to understand why rules […]
- [Want to get great at something? Get a coach!](https://blog.coacharya.com/want-get-great-something-get-coach/): How do we improve in the face of complexity? Atul Gawande has studied this question with a surgeon’s precision. He shares what he’s found to be the key: having a good coach to provide a more accurate picture of our reality, to instill positive habits of thinking, and to break our actions down and then […]
- [Supervision, Mentorship and Group Coaching Sessions](https://blog.coacharya.com/supervision-mentorship-group-coaching-sessions/): Training with Coacharya doesn’t stop when you receive your certificate. Our commitment to you is for the extent of your coaching journey. That’s why we created the Coacharya Coaching Colloquium (see upcoming webinars) and why we started our next endeavour – a monthly session on mentoring, supervision and team coaching. This webinar is open exclusively to Coacharya alumni and […]
- [My journey into coaching mastery](https://blog.coacharya.com/my-journey-into-mastery/): A child sees a mountain as a pile of rocks, the sea as a mass of water. As we grow, we see the mountain, sea and everything else we encounter the way we want them to be. The realized one sees the mountain once again as a pile of rocks and the sea as a […]
- [A Recipe for Career Success](https://blog.coacharya.com/recipe-career-success/): While coaching, we look at the aspirational role models that people have and try to help them goals and possible actions. From a career-building perspective, let us look at two case studies. One is historically acclaimed as a great success and the other is a contemporary Icon. Abraham Lincoln Born into poverty, Lincoln was faced […]
- [Popular psychological assessments (psychometrics) used in leadership coaching](https://blog.coacharya.com/psychological-assessments-psychometrics-leadership-coaching/): What does coaching do? By most definitions, coaching moves clients from their current situation to a desired situation. The new situation is desired to be free of constraints faced by clients in current reality, empowering them to higher performance in line with their potential. What blocks people from enhancing performance to potential? Timothy Gallwey says […]
- [Stop the toxic ‘bro’ culture!](https://blog.coacharya.com/stop-toxic-bro-culture/): Over the last few years EEOC, the US government agency overseeing employee discrimination, resolved 139 lawsuits and filed 86. One quarter of these were on gender and another one third on race. Companies involved included Wal-Mart, Target, GE, GM, Google, Microsoft, Yahoo, Wells Fargo, Citi and other large multinationals, not just Uber and other startups […]
- [Mastery Workshop with Coacharya Program Director in Mumbai & Bangalore](https://blog.coacharya.com/mastery-workshop-coacharya-program-director-mumbai-bangalore/): Coacharya’s Program Director and Master Coach of International repute, Cindy Mutukarapan, will hold Coaching Mastery workshops in Mumbai and Bangalore. Cindy will deep-dive into the inclusion and integration of ICF Core Coaching Competencies and elements that support coaching mastery and your personal evolution as an Executive/Corporate Coach. Primary Focus of Mastery Workshops Establishing agreements – […]
- [Here’s What Mindfulness Is (and Isn’t) Good For](https://blog.coacharya.com/heres-mindfulness-isnt-good/): This article by Daniel Goleman has been republished from HBR.   While mindfulness doesn’t necessarily work the way the hype proclaims, there are some things that a good mindfulness practice can really help with. By better understanding when mindfulness is the right approach, HR and training programs can better enhance both leader performance and employee wellbeing. The tricky thing about […]
- [Creating a Coaching-Led Culture](https://blog.coacharya.com/creating-coaching-led-culture/): We had the pleasure of hosting Preeti D’Mello of Tata Consultancy Services at our latest Coacharya Coaching Colloquium. Preeti D’mello, ICF PCC coach, leads Leadership-Systemic Coaching & Mentoring at Tata Consultancy Services. Preeti brings an integrated East and West approach to coaching. She has over 30 years of corporate leadership experience. In this webinar Preeti […]
- [Coaching Experience as a Startup Founder - Sonali Lamba of Brideside](https://blog.coacharya.com/coaching-experience-startup-founder-sonali-lamba-brideside/): As part of our continuing Coacharya Coaching Colloquium webinar series, we were pleased to welcome Sonali Lamba of Brideside. Sonali has been working with an executive coach as she and her cofounder have expanded their business. Some notable takeaways from the session: As a company grows, tensions arise. In this case, this was especially prevalent […]
- [Listen, Don't Look: Why Your Ears Can Tell More Than Your Eyes](https://blog.coacharya.com/listen-dont-look-communication/): Many coaches believe – and most clients are convinced – that coaching works best when coach and client face off, look each other in the eye and communicate. Many of us who coach over the phone with no visual cues, however, find voice modulations to be powerful indicators of emotions and unspoken words. So did Mehrabian’s study.  […]
- [Are you part of the Confused Generation?](https://blog.coacharya.com/confused-generation/): It is a paradox that as we reach our prime, we also see there is a place where it finishes. Gail Sheehy Are you dissatisfied with where you are now, in work and life? Are you unclear about what would make you satisfied? If yes to both, join thousands out there in the same situation […]
- [Understanding the Mentor Coach Trend in Leadership Development](https://blog.coacharya.com/mentor-coach-trend-good-business/): Reams are written on how a coach differs from a consultant, therapist, counselor or mentor. Within this spectrum of “asking to telling,” lines are blurred, especially between coaches and mentors. There was a time when companies were satisfied with mentors with experience and expertise to help develop their leaders. In general, mentors helped in enhancing […]
- [7 C’s of Leadership Framework](https://blog.coacharya.com/7-c-leadership/): Many executive leaders I work with ask for a simple way to put together leadership qualities to remember and practice. This Coacharya’s 7 C’s of Leadership Wheel puts together what all reputed and successful global corporations look for in their successful leaders. Take a look, question and refine further. Charisma Also called Executive Presence, Charisma […]
- [Taking Responsibility with Ho'oponopono](https://blog.coacharya.com/taking-responsibility-with-hooponopono/): I am sorry, Please forgive me, I love you, I thank you: Ho’oponopono prayer These four simple phrases helped a young clinical psychologist transform a clinic for the mentally ill criminal from a one-way path to the coffin to its closure after most of its patients had been cured and released in just four short […]
- [7 Key Benefits of Group Coaching for Leadership Development](https://blog.coacharya.com/7-ways-group-coaching-helps-leadership/): As a corporate leader, before becoming a coach, one of my major focus areas was managing and leading change. As a coach, this was an area that interested me the most, since much of leadership is about anticipating and managing changes, and, sometimes, even proactively creating them. In today’s VUCA (Volatile, Uncertain, Complex, Ambiguous) world, […]
- [5 Effective Strategies To Grow Your Coaching Business](https://blog.coacharya.com/how-to-grow-your-coaching-business/): In case you missed our last Coacharya Coaching Colloquium, here’s a recording of our conversation with Sridhar Laxman on how to grow your coaching business using LinkedIn. Please take a look at our Events page for all upcoming webinars. Remember, attending our webinars means you can claim ICF CCEU credits. It’s a great way to continue your […]
- [How to Develop "Zen Presence"](https://blog.coacharya.com/how-to-develop-zen-presence/): The following article has been republished from Psychology Today. Students of Western  positive psychology are increasingly drawn these days to the concept of mindfulness. It’s an intriguing proposition, with the promise of making us more peaceful, more enlightened, and more mentally healthy. However, the prospect of actually applying it in a practical way to life situations […]
- [6 Key Benefits of Coaching Supervision](https://blog.coacharya.com/benefits-of-coaching-supervision/): The following article is based on content from the forum of EMCC supervisors, and was compiled by Michael Carroll. A key question asked by all stakeholders in coaching is: What benefits does supervision offer the various players in the coaching field? Benefits of coaching supervision are categorised according to the stakeholder groups involved. There are […]
- [Difficult Conversations - webinar with Marcia Reynolds](https://blog.coacharya.com/marcia-reynolds-difficult-conversations/): On August 16 we had the pleasure of hosting Marcia Reynolds as speaker in our monthly Coacharya Coaching Colloquium series. Marcia Reynolds (MCC), past chair ICF global board and present board member, spoke about coaching mastery and insights from her book The Discomfort Zone: How Leaders Turn Difficult Conversations into Breakthroughs. The book is a guide to […]
- [How coaching works](https://blog.coacharya.com/how-coaching-works/): [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” text_font=”||||||||” sticky_enabled=”0″] Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will control your life, and you will call it fate. Carl Jung So you’re thinking about becoming a coach. […]
- [How to Get Executives to Coach for Life](https://blog.coacharya.com/how-to-get-executives-to-coach-for-life/): “Why do you ask me to waste time exploring emotional issues while coaching executives? Companies don’t want any of this!” countered an executive coach when I was mentoring him on how important emotions are in coaching. “Well, you need not if you can cut the executive into work and life halves!” I responded. Variations of […]
- [Listening in Energy](https://blog.coacharya.com/listening-in-energy/): Why do we communicate? Assuming that there is a purpose to communication other than merely passing time, it is usually towards the objective of getting something done. Even malicious gossip is aimed at an end goal. Without communication, there can be no learning. In ancient India, the process of learning was defined as a three-part […]
- [Join us at the world’s leading online event for coaches](https://blog.coacharya.com/join-us-at-the-worlds-leading-online-event-for-coaches/): Coaching for Social Change – The Barefoot Leadership Initiative We are pleased to be speaking at the 5th annual World Business and Executive Coach Summit, held via live webinar during May and June this year. We will present the concept of ‘Coaching for Social Change — The Barefoot Leadership Initiative’, a relevant topic globally, and more specifically […]
- [Barefoot Leadership](https://blog.coacharya.com/what-is-barefoot-leadership-india/): India’s vast agrarian community is in great need of leadership development at a grassroots level. Contrary to popular theories, rural development is not limited by ignorance and literacy but by a lack of awareness as to their innate capabilities as leaders. When empowered to initiative, with support systems to provide relevant skills and micro lending […]
- [Webinar on Authenticity in Leadership – A Dilemma](https://blog.coacharya.com/webinar-on-authenticity-in-leadership-a-dilemma/): In a VUCA world (especially the current Covid-19 situation), with everything in the environment changing all the time, leaders need to be able to build teams that not only TRUST them but also trust each other. Being authentic is what builds trust. However, leaders struggle with being authentic because of the perceived challenges around being […]
- [The Myth of Uncoachable Clients](https://blog.coacharya.com/the-myth-of-uncoachable-clients/): The conundrum of the uncoachable client (or the untreatable patient or unservable customer) is similar to that of Schrodinger’s Cat in Quantum Mechanics. You don’t know till you open the box and experience the reality of whether the cat is alive or dead; in this case whether the client has been coached or not, or […]
- [Bring in the Team and the System into Individual Coaching](https://blog.coacharya.com/systemic-team-coaching-2020-ram/): Once a year, Ram, Coacharya’s Founder, facilitates a different, one-of-a-kind coach training program. It’s an opportunity to ask “what if?” and to explore what coaching is and could be. Last year, Ram’s goal was to show that coaches can perform at PCC level after just 30 hours of training. The remaining 95 hours (ACTP is 125) […]
- [Coaching the Self](https://blog.coacharya.com/coaching-the-self/): One of the most common paths into the world of coaching is by learning particular coaching models and skills. Beginner coaches assume that there are a series of steps that one can apply, a template that will deliver immediate results. The common belief is that coaching can be broken down into a process, governed mostly […]
- [Coaching and Climate Change](https://blog.coacharya.com/coaching-and-climate-change/): Climate Change is one of the most daunting problems that we face today. Every single one of us is responsible, and every single one of us can do our bit to help better the situation. In early March, the Climate Coaching Alliance held a 24 hour global Zoomathon to discuss how coaches can help. The Climate Coaching […]
- [Reframing the Mind](https://blog.coacharya.com/reframing-the-mind/): Perhaps I have said this before, and if yes, it is worth repeating that all coaching is about reframing client perceptions in the mind. A client comes to a coach only for one reason, though it may be in multiple spaces of work-life situations. The client is uncomfortable with a situation they are facing and […]
- [Is It Therapy? Is It Coaching? Does It Matter?](https://blog.coacharya.com/therapy-or-coaching/): The following article by Elias Aboujaoude, MD is reproduced here in the interests of the coaching profession (See original publication here) Elias Aboujaoude, MD, is a psychiatrist and author based at Stanford University. His most recent book is Virtually You: The Dangerous Powers of the E-Personality. My reflections on the article I agree with the essence of what the author says […]
- [Coming from Nothing and Emptiness](https://blog.coacharya.com/coming-from-nothing-and-emptiness/): Today, I had a great experience of sitting with some of the finest coaches and coach trainers in the world in a discussion of how we can take this expertise together to the next level where it really matters, and where we can authentically and positively impact the world and the humanity that connects us […]
- [Wonder Women Wednesdays](https://blog.coacharya.com/wonder-women-wednesdays/): We have so many amazing women in our community! Every day we’re amazed, impressed and inspired by their stories and achievements. So since Wednesday, March 25, we’ve been holding weekly interviews with some of these amazing ladies in order to showcase them and their work to the world. Please subscribe to our YouTube channel and join […]
- [A teacher's letter to all parents responsible for helping their children with remote learning!](https://blog.coacharya.com/teachers-letter-to-parents-homeschooling/): Dear Mom, Dad, Guardian, March 2020 will forever be the time when our lives have changed drastically: our homes became not only places we live, but places we work and teach our children. Even though it is well known that parents’ are their child’s first teacher, but the truth is when it comes to actual […]
- [Webinar on 3 LinkedIn myths that are holding back your business](https://blog.coacharya.com/webinar-on-3-linkedin-myths-that-are-holding-back-your-business/): During this Webinar, Sonal Bahl gave us a deeper insight into the world of LinkedIn. She busted common myths and gave us tips on how to leverage LinkedIn in order to grow your business and make yourself more noticeable on the career front. About Sonal Bahl Sonal is an experienced HR Director and Career Strategist, […]
- [Human Connection in a Digital World](https://blog.coacharya.com/human-connection-in-a-digital-world/): Several weeks ago, I had the absolute pleasure of being a guest panelist on Coacharya’s thought-provoking webinar series, “Business of Coaching” hosted by the lovely Nishmita D’Sousa and Magda Walczak. Initially, “virtual networking” may be perceived as a rather generic or tired topic, but it certainly acted as the catalyst to a multifaceted conversation about […]
- [Henley Global Leadership Research Report](https://blog.coacharya.com/henley-global-leadership-research-report/): Before I joined Peter’s Coacharya workshop on Systemic leadership coaching I had started a virtual group facilitation forum for about 25 Indian corporate leaders. When I received his Henley Global Leadership Research Report as part of this workshop material, I was delighted to share this with the leadership cohort I was working with. With permission, as it’s a public document, I’m […]
- [Webinar on Conversational Intelligence](https://blog.coacharya.com/webinar-on-conversational-intelligence/): This webinar focuses on listening and partnering in the light of the Covid19 pandemic. About the Speaker – Eilish Mckweon, MCC Eilish is an MCC coach with the International Coach Federation (ICF), she has 30 years of professional experience across the public, private, and voluntary sectors. She has worked at the management level in the Irish […]
- [Systemic Leadership Coaching Approach: Peter Hawkins](https://blog.coacharya.com/systemic-leadership-coaching-approach-peter-hawkins/): Peter’s webinar in April 2020 through the Coacharya platform is a milestone in multiple ways. For Coacharya it is the first partnered mastery webinar in a series of many more to come. Through these, we hope to share with our community the wisdom of global gurus. Peter’s workshop was initially planned as a face-to-face event […]
- [The Wonders of Self-Coaching](https://blog.coacharya.com/the-wonders-of-self-coaching/): Curiosity, presence, listening, powerful questioning and unconditional positive regard are five qualities that help a coach to bring awareness for the client and in self-coaching. In a co-creative process, a new narrative takes shape that is insightful and most often liberating in many ways. Such is the beauty of the coaching process that keeps inspiring […]
- [Virtues Vital in Recession](https://blog.coacharya.com/virtues-vital-in-recession/): These are times the like of which we had heard or read about in history or science fiction books only. Never has a recession descended on us so soon and threatened to stay for such a long time. Many young professionals who consider me as an elder and wise person (or the agony aunt) came […]
- [Parenting with a Coaching Mindset Webinars](https://blog.coacharya.com/webinars-parenting-coaching/): [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”] Taking up the role of a parent is probably one of the most crucial roles that an individual can play. It is Coacharya’s belief that coaching can be an […]
- [Coaching & Care - Covid-19](https://blog.coacharya.com/support-groups-covid-19/): What I’ve come to learn is that the world is never saved in grand messianic gestures, but in the simple accumulation of gentle, soft, almost invisible acts of compassion, everyday acts of compassion. In South Africa they have a phrase called ubuntu. Ubuntu comes out of a philosophy that says, the only way for me […]
- [Webinar on Self-Management Practices in Companies](https://blog.coacharya.com/webinar-on-self-management-practices-in-companies/): With an increasing number of organizations adopt self-management principles to enable the collective force and wisdom of everyone’s leadership. This webinar explored why and how one can implement these practices to improve overall efficiency. Will the self-management trend turn coaching and coachability into core competencies among all employees? Our organizations are trying to keep up […]
- [Is Chakra Real: What evidence is there?](https://blog.coacharya.com/what-evidence-is-there-that-chakras-exist/): Misquoting Karl Marx, ‘unite mind, body, and energy, you have nothing to lose but your delusion’. In the energy state, you are a true coach. Chakra theory followed the Vedic concept that living beings are energy, not merely mind-body matter. It took science 5000 years to accept this through Einstein’s Theory of Relativity, followed by […]
- [Parenting Teens During COVID-19](https://blog.coacharya.com/parenting-teens-during-covid-19/): I am by no means an expert in parenting; I haven’t the faintest experience of parenting children myself. I can only draw on my 15 years’ experience of working with teenagers, from all sorts of backgrounds, for you to ponder on during this time of crisis. COVID-19 has hit families hard across the world. As […]
- [Temporary Changes by ICF to Support ICF Credential Applicants](https://blog.coacharya.com/temporary-changes-by-icf-to-support-icf-credential-applicants/): With the outbreak of the pandemic, lives are being impacted in ways – both personal and professional. So, in an effort to support the coaching community, ICF has made temporary changes to support ICF credential holders and credential applicants.  We share with our community the mail we received from ICF as an accredited training provider. We thank ICF for its […]
- [Where Coaching Meets Parenting](https://blog.coacharya.com/where-coaching-meets-parenting/): Have you ever played the game of passing the parcel? In this game, a circle is formed by the participants. Music is played in the background and the participants pass the parcel around until the music stops. Whoever is holding the pillow is asked to perform a charade and then leave the circle. The game […]
- [Neuroscience Webinar Series](https://blog.coacharya.com/neuroscience-webinar-series/): About the speakers: Dr. Colleen Lightbody Dr. Colleen Lightbody (and yes, that is her real surname, she didn’t make it up), is the  founder and Managing Director of Brainwise: Mastery Through Neuroscience. She is a respected, experienced and bold Coach, Trainer and Speaker; being invited to teach and  inspire in over 20 countries across the […]
- [Virtual Networking](https://blog.coacharya.com/virtual-networking/): [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″] Virtual Networking: Human Connection in a Digital World | Stefano di Lollo Have you ever thought of social media and networking as interchangeable? Today’s guest, Stefano di […]
- [Choosing Not to Fear During Fearful Times](https://blog.coacharya.com/fear-anxiety-coping-meditation/): Every moment of the day—indeed, every moment throughout one’s life—offers an opportunity to be relaxed and responsive or to suffer unnecessarily. Sam Harris Two days before Covid 19 was declared a pandemic, I had a virtual session (as the coachee) with a fellow coach. The stock market had crashed the night prior, and the impact […]
- [Pro Bono Crisis Coaching - Sign Up To Coach or To Be Coached](https://blog.coacharya.com/pro-bono-crisis-coaching-sign-up-to-coach-or-to-be-coached/): In recent days, quite a few counselors in our community have let us know that they’re besieged with individual and corporate client requests. Although coaching is not counseling, it was born out of counseling. Coaching can be incredibly effective in times of crisis because it’s future-focused. It just so happens that we have thousands of coaches […]
- [Leading with a Coaching Mindset](https://blog.coacharya.com/leading-with-a-coaching-mindset/): This session was part of the Mastery in Leadership Through Coaching Competencies series. Each month, a different MCC-level coach leads a discussion on a leadership topic, tying it directly to specific coaching competencies. These sessions are in alignment with Coacharya’s ICF accredited ACTP content. In this webinar, the speaker, Vijayalakshmi S, MCC explores the Coaching Mindset, a key foundational component […]
- [Curiosity in Cooking Leads to Lessons in Coaching](https://blog.coacharya.com/curiosity-in-cooking-leads-to-lessons-in-coaching/): Last week I was ill. So my parents decided to pay me a surprise visit. How blessed am I?  Having my entire family around- my kids, husband, parents-in-law, and now, my parents not only contributed to having a soothing effect on my recovery but also made me feel incredibly loved. Both, my mother and mother-in-law […]
- [Virtual Group Coaching & Coaching Group Programs for Corporates](https://blog.coacharya.com/coach-training-virtual-coaching-group-corporate/): Did you know Coacharya provides corporate programs and private coach training for groups within companies? With companies all around the world learning the ropes of working remotely, I thought this was a good time to tell you a little bit about programs for corporates. Everything described on this page is delivered virtually, globally. In fact, […]
- [Politics and Coaching with David Clutterbuck](https://blog.coacharya.com/politics-and-coaching-with-david-clutterbuck/): Getting down and dirty: Coaches ignore politics at their peril Politics plays a major role in every part of our lives. Although as coaches we like to see ourselves as above the murk of political intrigue, the reality is that we cannot avoid politics (with a small “p”), whether it is in helping our clients […]
- [Viral Lesson on Virtues of Being Virtual](https://blog.coacharya.com/virtual-learning-remote-learning-importance/): We learned a few important lessons when we rescheduled a physical Coacharya workshop event to a virtual one recently. We wanted to be virtuous in the global context in dealing with the as yet untamed, incurable virus. The responses were interesting. A few declined our offer, not serious enough to postpone. The first lesson was […]
- [Systemic Coaching Workshop with Peter Hawkins](https://blog.coacharya.com/systemic-coaching-peter-hawkins-virtual/): We’re thrilled to host Professor Peter Hawkins for a 30-hour systemic coaching workshop. Systemic Coaching integrates individual and team coaching approaches into a larger holistic systemic approach, aligning needs of individuals and their teams with organisation goals and key results. All that is covered in individual and team coaching programs will be addressed here with […]
- [Understanding the PQRS of Coaching for Business Excellence](https://blog.coacharya.com/the-pqrs-of-a-coaching-business/): Every business, whether it is product or service-based, needs to mind its PQRS in order to be successful. These are: Pain points or needs of customers Quality of service met as needed by the customer Reward and remuneration from the customer on satisfactory execution  Service above and beyond what was expected by the customer In […]
- [Email Communication In a Multicultural World](https://blog.coacharya.com/email-communication-in-a-multicultural-world/): Here’s a recording of today’s webinar on email communication. We’ll update this post with resources mentioned in the video shortly. Links to references made during the webinar Link to Meenakshi’s webinar recording-How to prevent ’email jail’ and still get work done TED Talk on email etiquette Meenakshi’s article on effective email use Geert Hofstede’s Culture […]
- [How to Grow Your Social Media Presence with Coacharya](https://blog.coacharya.com/grow-on-social-media/): Social Media has become the biggest platform for businesses to communicate with their customers. It not only allows consumers and businesses to interact in real-time but also makes marketing a lot lighter on the pocket. Did you know that roughly 45% of the world’s population uses social media, with an average of 2 hours and 23 […]
- [Cultural Transformation Using Barrett’s Levels of Consciousness Tools](https://blog.coacharya.com/barrett-levels-webinar/): [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″] Studies show that only 26 to 33% of the change management/ organizational transformation initiatives are successful. Organization Culture is more about how people behave when […]
- [Design Thinking Coaching](https://blog.coacharya.com/design-thinking-in-coaching/): Design Thinking as defined by the Interaction Design Foundation  is an iterative process in which we seek to understand the user, challenge assumptions, and redefine problems in an attempt to identify alternative strategies and solutions that might not be instantly apparent with our initial level of understanding. At the same time, Design Thinking provides a solution-based approach […]
- [Truth, Beware Thy Sting](https://blog.coacharya.com/truth-beware-thy-sting/): [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”] What is truth?  Is it what we observe, sense, feel and think it to be?  Whatever we perceive as our experience is through a conditioned lens colored and clouded […]
- [Approaches to Coaching](https://blog.coacharya.com/coaching-approaches/): The Journey of Coaching Coaching is a process of moving a client from a disempowering present reality to an empowering future outcome goal. Oftentimes the client may not be clear as to what would empower and how. The first step in coaching would be to partner the client into establishing a specific, evidenced, realistic and […]
- [Coachability – the ‘partnership’ in coaching](https://blog.coacharya.com/coachability-the-partnership-in-coaching/): The ICF all-weather definition of Coaching describes coaching as a partnership. True partnership is possible only when both the coach and the client drop the need to be ‘coach-like’ or ‘client-like’ in the session. When this happens, potentialities abound. This is Coachability at work. Extract from my ebook Two years ago, I wrote a monograph […]
- [The Practice of Awareness](https://blog.coacharya.com/practice-awareness-part-1/): The term ‘awareness’ is enshrined in all Coaching frameworks as a distinct stage in the progress of a coaching conversation. It refers to a point in time when the client comes face to face with his/her way of viewing the world and acknowledges the limiting or distorting nature of such a view. This is the […]
- [The Qualities of a Good Leader: A Recipe for Success](https://blog.coacharya.com/what-makes-a-good-leader/): In the days of hierarchical and authoritarian organizations leadership used to be seen as a controlling superior layer at the top of the pyramid. It has evolved into one of a supportive, influencing, inspiring, more equal style in today’s knowledge and information age of millennials and post-millennials. For most of us, this is a wonderful […]
- [9 Different Types of Coaching in Workplace](https://blog.coacharya.com/coaching-types/): Coacharya views coaching as a universal intervention model for leadership development. This leadership can be at the individual and collective level, executive leadership and life leadership, and for multiple applications. Most Common Applications of Coaching Enhancing performance to potential in corporate and executive coaching Enabling disempowered clients to move towards their desired outcomes in individual […]
- [How to Improve Virtual Meetings with Design Thinking](https://blog.coacharya.com/improve-virtual-meetings-design-thinking/): Meetings are an integral part of human interaction, particularly at the workplace. With virtual meetings becoming increasingly popular, meetings don’t require all attendees to be co-located. Many coaches work remotely either in teams or with clients. This practical session with Meenakshi Iyer, founder of NorthStar addressed tech tools, best practices and tips for success for working across […]
- [Mental Health in the Workplace – a Leadership Coaching Conundrum?](https://blog.coacharya.com/mental-health-svea-van-der-hoorn-webinar/): In textbooks, the popular press and workplace conversations, coaches are likely to meet the following proposition, said as if it is a helpful fact: ‘Coaches work with the mentally healthy; counselors and therapists work with the mentally unwell.’ This perplexed Svea, MCC coach and presenter of this webinar, and piqued her curiosity. Her lived experience as […]
- [Mystique of Ontology](https://blog.coacharya.com/mystique-of-ontology/): [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″] Our learners ask us as to why we do not specify Ontology in our curriculum, or advertise it explicitly, as several others do. It is simply because […]
- [Enneagram](https://blog.coacharya.com/enneagram/): Enneagram is a model of the human psyche using nine interconnected personality types. These are quite different from other Jungian personality measurements such as MBTI, or psychometrics which often present binary views. Enneagram, in contrast, provides an interconnected and holistic representation of who we are and who we can become.  Some view it as a tool […]
- [Understanding Transactional Analysis in Coaching](https://blog.coacharya.com/using-transactional-analysis-in-coaching-methods/): Transactional Analysis – or TA – was developed by Eric Berne to help understand why we feel, think and act the way we do. The ‘transaction’ is our interaction with others as conversation and other forms of behaviour. Guiding principles of TA are: We have 3  ‘ego states’ of Parent, Adult, and Child (called the PAC […]
- [Coaching Teenagers to Prevent Their Abuse](https://blog.coacharya.com/coaching-teenagers-abuse-prevention/): [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”] Ever heard of The Boiling Frog Syndrome? When you put a frog into boiling water, it will jump out. If, however, you put a frog in tepid water and […]
- [Peer Coaching Q1 Sessions Start Next Week](https://blog.coacharya.com/peer-coaching-q1-2020/): Our free peer coaching sessions were super successful so we’re definitely going to continue this initiative into the future. Thank you to the dozens of coaches from all around the world who have joined so far. We’ve welcomed Coacharya learners and alumni as well as coaches completely new to our community. All the details of […]
- [Generative Listening and Generative Visioning - Go Beyond Empathy](https://blog.coacharya.com/generative-listening-and-generative-visioning-go-beyond-empathy/): Thanks to the popularity of Theory U Labs, many coaches know about the term ‘generative listening’. They think they know what it means, yet struggle when they have to explain what it means, let alone how to generatively listen. The simple truth is that we are not conditioned to listen generatively. We are not even conditioned […]
- [Design Thinking Coaching](https://blog.coacharya.com/design-thinking-for-coaches/): At its essence, Design Thinking, as it is popularized today, is a systemic, outcome-oriented, client-centric process that builds upon most elements of appreciative empathetic coaching. It aligns so closely to coaching that we thought it would be relevant to compare core coaching competencies that coaches live by with Design Thinking. What is Design Thinking? According to Interaction Design […]
- [Is "coaching" even relevant?](https://blog.coacharya.com/is-coaching-even-relevant/): [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″] “The coach, if that is still the operative word, needs to be a mentor and consultant, perhaps facilitator and trainer.” Ram Ramanathan Founder, Coacharya This blog has […]
- [6 Lessons Coaches Can Learn From Improv](https://blog.coacharya.com/6-lessons-coaches-can-learn-from-improv/): Some years ago, I took a couple of courses at Second City, Chicago on Improv. For those who do not know, improv means improvisational theatre. It involves acting without scripts and without preparation. It is ad hoc and ad-lib. Second City is perhaps the mother lode of Improv. The fact that the building went up in […]
- [Personal Branding](https://blog.coacharya.com/personal-branding/): What is personal branding and why do we need it? In this webinar, Pallavi Patgaonkar, a professional image consultant, gives us an overview of personal branding along with some practical actions we can take to start forming our own brands. In this video we cover: Rules of personal branding (some basics before we build our […]
- [Coaching Supervision: Coaching the Coach](https://blog.coacharya.com/coaching-supervision-coaching-the-coach/): Simply put, and shorn of clichés, Coaching supervision is about coaching a coach. Coaching Supervision is not about enhancing skills of a coach by mentoring competencies and adding to their repertoire of tools and techniques. Instead, the skills are enhanced by clearing internal barriers and beliefs that may impede the coach’s progress to mastery. The […]
- [An Agile Approach to Coaching - Scrum, Sprint, and Story](https://blog.coacharya.com/coaching-approach-to-agile-scrum-sprint-and-story/): Agile is a process that was launched in 2001 publicly for software development. It is now used as a project management tool in several other areas. Agile is often linked with coaching, the term ‘Agile Coach’ being very popular in IT circles. The good news is that this creates interest from technologists in coaching. The […]
- [Words Can Lie, But The Body Never Does](https://blog.coacharya.com/words-can-lie-but-the-body-never-does/): The 101 lie detector test in Kinesiology works like this. You hold one arm stiff, the tester asks you if you are your ‘real name’ and pushes your arm down. It does not go down. The tester then asks if you are, let us say, ‘Marilyn Monroe’ and pushes your arm down. The arm buckles […]
- [Perceptual Positions in NLP Explained](https://blog.coacharya.com/perceptual-positions-in-nlp-explained/): ‘Empty Chair’ in Gestalt and ‘Perceptual Positions’ in NLP are powerful processes that help the coach to partner with the client empathetically. This process is effective when the client has a problem situation of disagreement or difference of position with another leading to conflict, confrontation, dispute, etc. These can be crucial in the sense of […]
- [Ho’oponopono Meditation: 4 Steps of Self-Healing](https://blog.coacharya.com/hooponopono-meditation/): We discussed Ho’oponopono technique once before in these pages. We will do that again, deeper this time, because there has been great interest in this beautiful process of self-discovery and healing. Ho‘oponopono means ‘to make it right’. Ho in Hawaiian is ‘to make’ and pono is ‘right’. You make it right, right! Ho’oponopono is not a self-serving process. It is […]
- [Coacharya Coaching Competencies](https://blog.coacharya.com/coacharya-coaching-competencies/): [et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”] Coacharya Coaching Competencies International Coaching Federation, European Mentoring & Coaching Council, and Center for Credentialing Education, as globally renowned coach credentialing institutions, all have different competency frameworks. They are not in agreement about how to define coaching ethics, and in listing coaching competencies. Coacharya would like to attempt […]
- [Transformative Listening Blog](https://blog.coacharya.com/transformative-listening/):   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Coacharya (@coacharya) The journey to becoming a coach is a challenging pathway that primarily forces aspirants to transform the way they truly listen to people both in their personal and professional capacities. A few months down the journey, questions that invariably arise are : […]
- [Mindless Meditation](https://blog.coacharya.com/mindless-meditation/): In Mindless Meditation, we combine the Buddhist practice of Vipassana with the Hindu practice of Yoga Nidra as a simple and effective pathway to mindless awareness. First breathe and then the body becomes an anchor in becoming mindless through these steps. Step One Do light stretching to prepare the body. If you are familiar with Surya […]
- [Do You Engage People Through Feedback?](https://blog.coacharya.com/do-you-engage-people-through-feedback/): Feedback is one of the critical elements in corporate communication, not that it is not important in other life conversations. People’s engagement or lack thereof is found to be one of the biggest corporate challenges. In life and work situations, poor feedback results from low emotional intelligence. Feedback is about helping the other person, not […]
- [How to use NLP technique of Time Line Therapy in Coaching](https://blog.coacharya.com/coaching-nlp-timeline-memory/): The NLP technique of Time Line therapy is generally considered a therapy as it delves into experiencing one’s past to overcome memories of trauma stored in the unconscious mind. It can be a reframing process that allows the client to experience the past in the present moment to evoke awareness and embark on remedial action. […]
- [Core Transformation: Is pain good for you?](https://blog.coacharya.com/core-transformation-is-pain-good-for-you/): Buddha did say that life is full of sorrow and implied that it was painful. He didn’t say it was necessarily good for you. His solution was to disengage from wants and greed. That solution works. Connie Ray Andreas’ process of Core Transformation is considered by many as part of NLP. It functions on the […]
- [SET to Impact Others With What You Intend](https://blog.coacharya.com/set-to-impact-others-with-what-you-intend/): More often than not what we intend to convey is not what we say. The attempt and the outcome can be poles apart. In fact, the difference can cause cataclysmic disasters. At one level, many of us are not congruent with thoughts, emotions, speech, and action. Apart from changing the impact of what we intend […]
- [8 ICF Core Competencies You Should Know in 2024](https://blog.coacharya.com/icf-coaching-core-competencies/): When you start researching becoming a life coach or executive coach, sooner or later you’ll come across the term coaching competencies or core competencies. Usually, this refers to ICF core competencies, a list of 8 skills that every coach should have. The other major coaching organizations, however, also have something similar. At EMCC this is […]
- [How to Coach in Clean, Non-Violent and Generative Language](https://blog.coacharya.com/how-to-coach-in-clean-non-violent-and-generative-language/): Coaching institutions specify active listening as a core competency. Some add powerful questioning too. This may not be enough. Questioning, according to globally renowned experts needs to be in a language that is asking, clean, non-violent and generative. What do these mean and how do we practice them? In his powerful Humble Inquiry: The gentle […]
- [Impact of New ICF Core Coaching Competencies](https://blog.coacharya.com/new-icf-core-coaching-competencies/): ICF just launched an update to its Core Coaching Competencies model. The rollout of the new model will happen over the next year, and we want to make sure that our community is ready. You can see the updated Core Coaching Competencies here. Or, you can download a copy along with a handy summary sheet […]
- [Moving from Mindfulness to Mindlessness](https://blog.coacharya.com/moving-from-mindfulness-to-mindlessness/): Origin Of Mindfulness In 1881 Buddhist scholar T. W. Rhys Davids in his book, Buddhist suttas translated the Pali language word sati as ‘mental activity’. In his 1910 work, he used the term mindfulness to mean sati. In Pali, sati means ‘remembrance’ and ‘recollection’, more simply put ‘memory’.  The Pali word sati comes from the […]
- [Dissolution of Mind: Vigyana Bhairava Tantra](https://blog.coacharya.com/dissolution-of-mind-vigyana-bhairava-tantra/): What is Vigyana Bhairava Tantra? Vigyana Bhairava Tantra is part of the ancient Hindu Agama literature, on meditation related practices for awakening deeper levels of consciousness and awareness. This is a conversation between the male and female half of the creative source, Shiva and Shakti, on how by using the mind body senses one can […]
- [Whirling: Vigyana Bhairava Tantra](https://blog.coacharya.com/whirling-vigyana-bhairava-tantra/): Vigyana Bhairava Tantra Vigyana Bhairava Tantra is part of the ancient Hindu Agama literature, on meditation related practices for awakening deeper levels of consciousness and awareness. This is a conversation between the male and female half of the creative source, Shiva and Shakti, on how by using the mind body senses one can move to […]
- [Dilemmas, Polarities and Paradoxes](https://blog.coacharya.com/dilemmas-polarities-and-paradoxes/): The following is a guest article by Ashok Malhotra, creator of EUM. Ashok also presented an overview of EUM in a Coacharya webinar recently. You can see the recording of that session on the bottom of this article, or you can watch it directly on YouTube. The other day, I heard a renowned expert state that the […]
- [Evolution in Consciousness & Awareness](https://blog.coacharya.com/evolution-in-consciousness-awareness/): Maslow’s Need Hierarchy Dilt’s Neurological Model Maslow’s hierarchy of needs signifies far more than a statement of needs. At a deeper level, it is about our evolution from the consciousness levels of egocentricity based on survival and safety, through psychological awareness of emotions and cognition, finally arriving at the eco-centric space of self realization. In an […]
- [Executive Coaching: Maslow & NLP](https://blog.coacharya.com/executive-coaching-maslow-nlp/): What does Maslow have to do with Robert Dilt? Dilt’s neurological level inquiry as part of NLP processes at first level has very little similarity to the Hierarchy of Needs. Yet, this is a process that can move us from Level 4 of Maslow to Level 5. Most of us are fortunate to be born […]
- [Shakti & Shiva: Vigyana Bhairava Tantra](https://blog.coacharya.com/shakti-shiva/): Let me share with you my limited understanding of Vigyana Bhairava Tantra, a potent tantric text of 112 meditations, over the next many blog posts. Do read Ascent from Bihar school of Yoga and Book of Secrets by Osho to drill deeper into this fascinating subject. Let me be merely the usher who opens the door for you. In […]
- [Meditation](https://blog.coacharya.com/meditation/): We also conducted a webinar on meditation. You can find the video recording and the podcast for the same by scrolling to the bottom of this post. Creating awareness in the client is the most important objective of a coach, and this requires the coach to be aware. Carl Rogers (Paraphrased) The practice of meditation […]
- [Address Self Doubt with Meditation](https://blog.coacharya.com/address-self-doubt-with-meditation/): 80% of people 80% of the time know what they want to do when they face a problem. The average human being is intelligent. Whether through instinct, when facing a life threatening dilemma or through intellect when requiring thoughtful response, every man, woman and child does have an answer. These answers may not be universal, […]
- [Consciousness](https://blog.coacharya.com/consciousness/): If you are truly conscious, do you know who you really are? Ram Ramanathan Founder, Coacharya What do we mean by brain, mind, intelligence, awareness and consciousness? Don’t look it up the dictionary, not yet. For the vast majority of people all these words mean more or less the same. But are they really the […]
- [A Shift in Being by Leon Vanderpol](https://blog.coacharya.com/a-shift-in-being-by-leon-vanderpol/): Coaching at its highest level is the journey into the unknown for the coach as well as the client. Any journey into the unknown generates fear. Paraphrasing Marianne Moore,”Our greatest fear is not about what we do not know but what we may discover deep within.” In this book Leon addresses the inner experience that […]
- [Dependence: Constructive or Destructive?](https://blog.coacharya.com/dependence-constructive-or-destructive/): This is a guest blog post by Yatin Samant, Founder of Powerful Perspectives. Dependence- Is it a good thing or a bad thing? Is dependence a good thing or a bad thing? … “Depends”! Actually, dependence comes in different shades. On one hand we have a case of complete parasitic dependence while on the other […]
- [Coacharya Advanced Coaching Webinar: Systemic Coaching (Part 5)](https://blog.coacharya.com/coacharya-advanced-coaching-webinar-systemic-coaching-part-5/): In part 5 of the Systemic Coaching webinar series, Ram will hold an interactive discussion based on Peter Hawkins’ take on Systemic Coaching. It is Ram’s personal belief is that standalone, individual coaching serves little purpose when compared with what a systemic approach can do.
- [Commercial Mediation- The Scope For Coaches In Dispute Resolution](https://blog.coacharya.com/commercial-mediation-the-scope-for-coaches-in-dispute-resolution/): This is a guest post by Chitra Talwar from CAMP Arbitration and Mediation Practice Pvt Ltd. As global activity increases, corporate and commercial enterprises increasingly recognize the best way to resolve commercial disputes is through Mediation. Only if Mediation fails, it merits the next step of Arbitration or Litigation. Why so? Mediation is a non-adversarial […]
- [Check-in & Check-out in your coaching conversations using SET](https://blog.coacharya.com/check-in-check-out-in-your-coaching-conversations-using-set/): Are you familiar with the terms ‘Check-In’ and ‘Check-Out’? Definitely yes! We hear them every time we make hotel bookings. However, have you ever thought about checking in with your own self? While on my journey to becoming a coach, I learned this concept of ‘check-in and check-out’ from my mentor. At the beginning of […]
- [What is unconditional positive regard?](https://blog.coacharya.com/unconditional-positive-regard/): In honor of International Dog Day, I wanted to take the opportunity to talk about a concept exemplified by dogs: unconditional positive regard (or should it be unconditional pawsitive regard???). Dogs are the most amazing creatures on this planet. Well, maybe whales would give them a run for their money, but since we know a bit more about dogs, […]
- [Mentored Evaluation = Performance Evaluation + Mentoring for PCC via ACTP](https://blog.coacharya.com/performance-evaluation-mentoring-pcc-actp/): We conducted a super informative session yesterday on not just about Mentored Evaluation specifically, but about paths to PCC in general. If you missed the webinar, the recording is available below. During the session, we talked about a few resources that coaches may find useful, here it is: Paths to PCC – This is ICF’s explanation […]
- [Major Update to EMCC Supervision Competencies](https://blog.coacharya.com/emcc-supervision-competences-updated/): With the aim to enhance high-quality high-quality standards in supervision for the benefit of both supervisors and supervisees, EMCC has updated its Supervision Competencies after an extensive 12 month consultation and review process. Coacharya believes that both mentoring and supervision are complementary to coaching skills. Of the three agencies we are accredited with as trainers, […]
- [East & West: Meeting the Twain for Coaches](https://blog.coacharya.com/east-west-meeting-the-twain-for-coaches/): The worldview of the western approach to the mind has been conditioned by the statement of Rene Descartes- ‘I think, therefore I am.’ Descartes reduced the human persona to a thinking machine and the human mind to cognition alone. Sigmund Freud, 200 years later, proposed that thinking as a conscious function was a very small […]
- [Systemic Coaching with Personality Tests: MBTI & EUM](https://blog.coacharya.com/systemic-coaching-with-personality-tests-mbti-eum/): The Myers Briggs personality tests are mostly based on the Jungian Personality Type Theory. Though the primary purpose of the test is to discover what one’s dominant personality could be in terms of 16 parameters, it is also highly useful to understand how we interpersonally relate with others. Therefore it helps us understand how we […]
- [Presence as a Coaching Tool](https://blog.coacharya.com/presence-as-a-coaching-tool/): This panel discussion shows how coaching presence facilitates breakthrough learning in our panelists’ clients. It also explores ways to enhance the coaching environment through invoking the power of our clients’ presence. The discussion features five coaches who each implement their own specialized approach to coaching by integrating various unique tools and methodologies based on their […]
- [Seven Steps to Mastery](https://blog.coacharya.com/seven-steps-to-mastery/): It’s true that in order to be a Master Coach, one needs to develop skill over time with increasing experience. However, there are certain mastery techniques that every coach needs to develop right from the start. Here’s what we consider to be the seven steps to mastery: The client has blocks between reality and outcome. […]
- [A Buddhist Approach To Coaching](https://blog.coacharya.com/a-buddhist-approach-to-coaching/): How can the central tenets of Buddhism enhance your coaching? Find out through this webinar. Buddhist Approach to Coaching from Coacharya
- [Coacharya Advanced Coaching Webinar: Systemic Coaching (Part 3)](https://blog.coacharya.com/coacharya-advanced-coaching-webinar-systemic-coaching-part-3/): In case you missed out on our last webinar, which is part 3 of the Systemic Coaching series, here’s the recording.
- [Cross Cultural Coaching](https://blog.coacharya.com/cross-cultural-skills-for-coaches/): As the world becomes more interconnected and people travel a lot around the globe, the diversity of our coachee continues to grow. As a result, coaches should be ready to work with people from a wide variety of backgrounds. Even if the coach chooses to work nestled in homogeneous communities, the vibrant diversity of other […]
- [Game of Thrones and ... Coaching?](https://blog.coacharya.com/game-of-thrones-and-coaching/): What can we learn from Game of Thrones about Systemic Coaching? Watch this webinar to find out! Systemic Coaching & Game of Thrones from Coacharya   Systemic Coaching & Game of Thrones from Coacharya
- [Powerful Questioning](https://blog.coacharya.com/powerful-questioning/): This is a guest post by Megha Gupta, Coacharya training program learner.  Coaching, as popularly believed, is a profession where the coach helps the client in reflecting on thoughts, beliefs, feelings and emotions in order to live a more mindful life. It is a service where the ‘best thing’ a client requests his coach to […]
- [Systemic Coaching Webinar Series (video)](https://blog.coacharya.com/systemic-coaching-webinar-series/): Coacharya believes that Systemic Coaching will replace the traditional model of individual coaching for reasons of cost and performance value-add. Ram’s personal belief is that standalone, individual coaching serves little purpose when compared with what a systemic approach can do. In this webinar series Ram will dialogue with experts in this field. Due to the […]
- [Is Sustainability a Myth?](https://blog.coacharya.com/is-sustainability-a-myth/): I consider myself a bit of a Renaissance woman, which is probably why it’s pretty easy for me to get excited. There are a few things that get my brain so engaged, that I literally need a nap after thinking about them. Two of those things are language and data visualizations. (You thought I was gonna say dogs and food, didn’t you?) So when Kiwa asked me to write an article on sustainability, data and words are what I turned to first. So let’s take a look at where sustainability is at and why this has any relevance to us coaches. […]
- [Are We Sustainable?](https://blog.coacharya.com/are-we-sustainable/): “When the last tree has died, the last river has been poisoned, the last fish been caught, and the last child is stillborn, we will know we cannot eat money.” – Old Proverb Paraphrased “When we see others in us and see ourselves in others, we evolve.” – Upanishad Paraphrased A noble concept of sustainability, which meant leaving behind viable earth for our great, great, grandchildren has been reduced today to the mockery of ESG codes of corporate conduct and Trumpian disdain for the environment leading us to a dystopian future. Do we seriously believe we are sustainable in the path […]
- [Is Coaching a Sustainable Career Choice?](https://blog.coacharya.com/is-coaching-a-sustainable-career-choice/): How often have you asked yourself the question, “Is coaching a sustainable career choice?” If the answer is ‘just a few times’, then you can be certain that this question might pop up a number of times more before you finally decide to seriously take up a coaching career. “Sustainability in coaching seems no different than other careers – as related to resilience it requires 3Ps – Passion for helping others, Passion for developing yourself and Passion for working through change.” – George Phipps (Webinar Attendee) “Absolutely, the only difference is that the product is you. The more you invest in […]
- [Challenging the Status Quo: The Coaching Way!](https://blog.coacharya.com/challenging-the-status-quo-the-coaching-way/): As we have told many times before and still keep saying in the future, coaching plays a vital role in every decision we make. As Christelle rightfully mentioned, with coaching one can include their dream into their professional career. This helps create a more balanced and happy work and life environment. In this webinar, they talk about how shifts brought through coaching changed their professions completely and helped them challenge their status quo in the process. This further evolved into them identifying their niche, enabling them to support their clients’ unique needs. Learn about: How coaching brought shifts and changes in […]
- [Why has the Worm Turned?](https://blog.coacharya.com/why-has-the-worm-turned/): The salary man worm in the workforce has turned in the last few years. Direct and indirect impact of the pandemic has forced employees to reconsider their options, and to place life before work. We work to live, they seem to be saying, not live to work. The leadership community is still in ‘absencing’ mode of closed mind, closed heart and closed will. Unless they transform very soon to a ‘presencing’ mode of open mind, open heart and open will, leaders and their organizations will collapse. Scharmer’s Theory U paradigm through the medium of coaching could be one of the most […]
- [People – Trailblazers, Experimenters And Pathbreakers](https://blog.coacharya.com/people-trailblazers-experimenters-and-pathbreakers/): We live in a world where traditions are revered. From a very young age, some of us were broken down and molded to walk a particular path, act in a specific manner and live within the norms set by society. To break free from these chains not only takes immense courage but also needs a certain amount of madness. We have heard of trailblazers who change our perspectives and world views throughout our lives. Amelia Earhart, Henry Ford, Jeanne Baret, John Armstrong Howard, etc were all trailblazers, experimenters, and pathfinders whom we have heard of and admire. As we are celebrating […]
- [Emergence of Workspace Shifts and Its Impact](https://blog.coacharya.com/emergence-of-workspace-shifts-and-its-impact/): This week, in the Future of Coaching series, Ram is joined by Rohini Seth as they discuss the shifts in the workspace and their impact on the organization. They talk about how to lead this change and create a nurturing environment. The focus is on the importance of self-reflection in an organizational setup and the role empathy plays in all of this. Learn about: How to lead change Ways to  create automatic respect for others in the organization Importance of self-reflection Changes to create nurturing environment and how heads can contribute Webinar: Emergence of Workspace Shifts and Its Impact Like to […]
- [Career Coaching: Interview preparation and more](https://blog.coacharya.com/career-coaching-interview-preparation-and-more/): Nervous about that job interview? Font know what to do or how to prepare? Have the skills but can not communicate them? Then we have your back. In this week’s webinar Cindy is joined by Master Coach Eilish Mc Keown, a career/conflict coach with more than 30 years of experience in the public, private and voluntary sectors. Eilish has been a part of several interview boards over the years and shares that experience and knowledge on how to prepare for interviews to crack them. Learn about: Competency-based interviews What interviewers are looking for Conversational intelligence Communicating effectively Importance of ‘I’ in […]
- [Creativity and Collective Consciousness](https://blog.coacharya.com/creativity-and-collective-consciousness/): Our consciousness is fed with other consciousness. The way we make decisions,our likes and dislikes, depend on the collective way of seeing things. You may not see something as beautiful, but if many people think that it’s beautiful, then slowly  you may come to accept it as beautiful also, because the individual consciousness is made up of collective consciousness. – Thich Nhat Hahn The word create originates from the Latin creare which originally meant “to make grow”. Oxford Learner’s Dictionary defines creativity as “involving the use of skill and the imagination to produce something new or a work of art”. This association of […]
- [Artists’ Way Of Creativity](https://blog.coacharya.com/artists-way-of-creativity/): Henry Matisse rightly said ‘Creativity takes courage,’ and it was the most important learning from this week’s webinar. Art isn’t just a painting, a poem, or dance, it also manifests in the little things a person does. In that sense, anyone can be an artist, an inventor building a new machine, a manager running a business, or a coach dancing with a client in a changing environment. In this Wednesday webinar, Manmeet Narang & Asha Ponachan share their experiences on how they evolved as artists and how artistic expression helped them develop as human beings. The core of the webinar, which was also […]
- [Coaching for Creativity: Enhance Your Coaching Skills](https://blog.coacharya.com/creativity-in-coaching/): Creativity is defined as the ability to generate new ideas, solutions and possibilities. For something to be considered creative, it needs to be both original and effective in achieving a specific purpose. And while we expect ourselves to do all our work with Creativity, it’s easier said than done. Especially when our clients come into the session, bogged down by something, the last thing they’re probably conducive to doing is ‘thinking creatively’. You would have often noticed client conversations sprinkled with phrases like: ‘I don’t know.’ or  ‘I feel ‘ok’ just ‘ok’ ‘ or ‘I just can’t ‘visualise’. it’s almost like they’ve hit a wall in […]
- [Company Culture At Mercedes-Benz](https://blog.coacharya.com/company-culture-at-mercedes-benz/): Change is constant and nothing we do can stop it. Instead, we can redefine our ways and methods in order to address change. In this week’s webinar, the CEO and VP-HR of Mercedes Benz Research and Development, Manu Saale and Mahesh Medhekar join Ram, Smita, and Ujjaval to discuss the changes they have brought in their corporate culture and the directional shift in business operations post the pandemic. One of the focal points of the conversation was a leader’s ability to employ coaching competencies in their day-to-day lives, and how it can pave the way for inculcating a systemic approach in coaching. […]
- [ICF Changes Effective on July 27, 2022](https://blog.coacharya.com/icf-changes-effective-on-july-27-2022/): We’ve received a lot of questions about what is changing at ICF and what impact those changes will have on people who are currently in the midst of their training. Here’s an overview of what is happening as well as answers to some of the specific questions we have been asked. Important note: We, or any other coach training institute, do not have control or influence over ICF requirements and procedures. If you have a specific tricky situation, please reach out to ICF directly with your questions. Everything we write here is based on the ICF website and conversations with ICF […]
- [Guru Poornima, Celebrating the Evolved](https://blog.coacharya.com/guru-poornima-celebrating-the-evolved/): Guru goes as is his wont, the disciple as is his – Kabir Guru need not be in a human form – Ramana Maharishi These are fools who don’t see what they do, wearing their robes to fill their bellies – Shankara in Bhaja Govindam Knowledge is garbage unless distilled by experience into wisdom – Ram Ramanathan The word Guru is one of the most misused in Sanskrit, misaligned with its deepest spiritual import. Etymologically, the word refers to the journey from darkness to light. In application, it refers to one who has experienced that transformation, implying the ability to guide […]
- [Tell Your Own Story](https://blog.coacharya.com/tell-your-own-story/): “We were born to be real, not perfect” This is the thought that struck me while tuning in to this week’s Wednesday Webinar. We at Coacharya are celebrating July as the month of creativity and it was kicked off with the webinar ‘Tell Your Own Story.’ Telling your own story can feel exciting or terrifying. But no matter who we are or where we come from, our stories mold us into the people we become. Being able to share those stories can inspire or motivate others. Or if nothing else, it can make someone realize they are not the only ones going […]
- [Be Kind to Your Mind](https://blog.coacharya.com/be-kind-to-your-mind/): Be kind whenever possible. It’s always possible. Dalai Lama Have you ever thought it weird that every psychometric quiz that seemingly deep-dives into your mind to make you happy, whether it’s about saboteurs and blind spots that stop you, or significant strengths and opportunities that would start you, end with the same few behavioural recommendations? All of them advise to be kind, loving, compassionate, grateful and accepting. Don’t take my word for it. Take the top 10, 20 or 50 such tests ranked in order of the gullible numbers who resort to these surveys, seemingly for want of something better to […]
- [Curious about ‘Curiosity in Coaching’](https://blog.coacharya.com/curious-about-curiosity-in-coaching/): This week’s live coaching session was led by Coacharya alumna and Master Coach Vinita Vin. After the session, several reflections were made by Vinita followed by feedback from Johnny (the coachee) and Cindy. Vinita’s coaching style was simple and effective. What stood out the most was her way of picking up on metaphors that were dropped during the course of the webinar and how she expanded on them. Since this was also how most of the exploration was done, it became easier for the client to relate to the questions and made the session a success. Vinita also pointed out how […]
- [Going Beyond Mindfulness](https://blog.coacharya.com/going-beyond-mindfulness/): This article is based on an interview I did with Tracy Brown, the creator of and facilitator for Beyond Mindfulness. You can see that interview here, or scroll down to view it on this page.  Can you picture what the first few months of the pandemic looked like? There was uncertainty, a deep sense of fear, and restlessness amongst all of us. Who knew what would happen? What shape this bizarre, hitherto unknown virus would take, what would it bring about? Sometimes, feelings and emotions work in that manner too. You wake up some days feeling anxious and triggered for no good […]
- [Exploring Curiosity](https://blog.coacharya.com/exploring-curiosity/): “I have no special talents. I am just passionately curious.” – Albert Einstein Curiosity can be associated with almost anything world-changing. Be it man’s first flight or the great expeditions or the inventions that led to the modern world. Curiosity drives the world. Being curious has hence entered the core competencies. So what is curiosity? What makes us curious? Can we pretend to be curious? How do we use curiosity in coaching? This week, Magda, Komal, and Manu took us on a curious exploration of curiosity, with the hot topic being “Curiosity kills the cat.” We often associate curiosity with something negative. However, the actual […]
- [Buddha, the Prophet Who Was Woke](https://blog.coacharya.com/buddha-the-prophet-who-was-woke/): Our mind defines our life; we are what we think. Suffering follows evil thoughts as the wheels of a cart follow the oxen pulling it. Our mind defines our life; we are what we think. Joy follows pure thoughts like shadows that never leave.  Dhammapada 1.1,2 Buddha means the Awakened One. Siddhartha Gautama, a minor prince borne in what is today’s Nepal, renounced all the pleasures his life generously afforded him at 29, leaving behind his parents, wife and child, seeking a solution to the miseries of ill health, old age and death that he witnessed around him. Six years later, […]
- [ICF Coaching Credentials Paths and Requirements for ACC & PCC](https://blog.coacharya.com/level-up-your-coaching-career-by-exploring-different-paths-and-requirements-for-getting-acc-and-pcc-coaching-credentials-through-icf/): UPDATE: As of July 27, 2022 ICF has added new paths to credentials. You can find an explanation of all the changes here. The paths described in the article below are applicable to anyone who is starting their coach training in 2022. If you’re not looking to start until 2023, you will likely use Level 1 for ACC or Level 2 for PCC. Both of those are described in the newer blog post. Questions? Please contact us. We’d be happy to help. Let’s be honest… Figuring out requirements for ICF credentials isn’t always the easiest thing in the world. With multiple credential levels, via […]
- [Human Motivation](https://blog.coacharya.com/human-motivation/): “Understanding human motivation has to be a good thing. It should help us find out what we really want so that we can avoid chasing rainbows.” – David McLeland What is motivation? How does it keep you going? Why do motivations change over time? Why do motivations change over a period of time? In this podcast, join Komal and Tracy as they explore human motivation with the help of models and theories. They talk about intrinsic and extrinsic motivation. How sometimes situations and the level of awareness can influence motivation and how to link them to coaching Learn about: What is […]
- [What is Coaching and What It Isn’t?](https://blog.coacharya.com/what-is-coaching/): Coaching is partnering with clients in a thought-provoking and creative process that inspires them to maximize their personal and professional potential. International Coach Federation What is Coaching? Coaching is a way that helps you get from point A to point B. Sometimes, you may need help to figure out what point “B” really is, how far away it is, or why the journey is meaningful for you. A coach partners with you to help you solidify “B”. There are many paths that will take you from A to B, and a coach will provide you with the different options so that […]
- [Rejection, Chemistry & Feedback](https://blog.coacharya.com/rejection-chemistry-feedback/): “Rejection isn’t always about you doing something wrong. It’s also not about somebody else doing something better than you. There are so many things in play. Sometimes, it’s just a matter of chance.” – Dr Komal Smriti Everyone has to deal with rejection at some point. We as coaches guide our clients through rejections and feedback. But what happens when we coach, are being the once that are rejected? How do we react to it? What do we do? Magda, Komal & Tracy share their experiences of being rejected and how they cope with them. Learn About How do we respond […]
- [Coaching Presence & Listening](https://blog.coacharya.com/coaching-presence-listening/): Presence and Listening are two key skills in a coach’s arsenal. These skills help us pay more attention to our clients and help us create a deeper connection with them. But how do we ensure presence while in the session? How to listen actively? What are ways to stay grounded Cindy and Nobantu share their tips and tricks and share from their experience how to listen actively and stay grounded. Learn about: Emotions How to pay more attention to our clients & how to connect with them? Curiosity, showing clients they matter Presence and Listening Rituals to remain grounded How do […]
- [Be Well in Chaos](https://blog.coacharya.com/be-well-in-chaos/): A popular meme trending now is ‘what is wrong with me? I haven’t tested positive’. In the grip of social media likes getting the Covid is a positive. Traditional suggestions of exercise, meditation, sleep, and diet, all of which you can benefit from if you practise the ashtanga yoga instead of pretzel yoga, are not enough for today. We crave attention. We want to be liked; on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and every other idiocy we are engaged in. If we are not liked enough, we experience insecurity, invalidation and depression. This process is a viscous cycle of decreasing satisfaction even with […]
- [Mindfulness in the workplace?](https://blog.coacharya.com/mindfulness-workplace/): Mindfulness is having a moment in companies of all sizes. Maybe it’s the pandemic, or maybe it’s just that companies are waking up to the multitude of ways that job satisfaction and productivity can be addressed. Although here at Coacharya we often talk about mindlessness, mindfulness has a relevant – and dare I say, effective – place in the workplace.   Take a look at this super interesting write-up by one of our alumni, Avril Q, a mindfulness and wellness coach who does a lot of her work with corporate clients. If any of what you read resonates, please contact us and let […]
- [Developing Systemic Relationships in Organizations](https://blog.coacharya.com/developing-systemic-relationships-in-organizations/): “Every company has two organizational structures. The formal one is written on the charts; the other is the everyday relationship of the men and women in the organization.” – Harold S. Geneen In the age of the pandemic and The Great Resignation, the workplace has become a rapidly changing environment. Employees at every level are strongly re-evaluating their quality of life and looking at their jobs through a fresh perspective. “Am I being treated well and being given the right opportunities?” “Do I truly enjoy the work culture that I am part of?” “Is the work I am doing meaningful?” It’s […]
- [Colours of Hope](https://blog.coacharya.com/colours-of-hope/): Holi, the festival of colours, is now famous all over the world wherever Indians and people of Indian origin live and love. It’s one of the few non-denominational festivals of India. It’s primarily a festival heralding spring, as in many other parts of the world. Over years and in tradition, Holi has been associated with multiple Hindu mythologies. The festival was also embraced by the Moghul kings and used to encourage engagement with people. In general, Holi is far more popular in the North of India than in the South. Properly celebrated, in a spirit of hope and community spirit, Holi […]
- [Coaching to Transform Societal Beliefs](https://blog.coacharya.com/coaching-to-transform-societal-beliefs/): Coaches have a powerful role to play in reframing societal beliefs which no longer serve our sustainability. Join us this Wednesday in the Future of Coaching series for a no-holds-barred dialogue between Ram and Joel Monk. Joel is a leadership coach, educator, facilitator, entrepreneur, and co-founder of Coaches Rising, a company on the cutting edge of online coach training with a community of nearly 50,000 coaches. They explore the potential that coaches and coaching have in transforming limiting societal beliefs through active intervention in education, corporate leadership culture, and social structures. Learn about Coaching and Social activism Reinventing and restructuring coaching […]
- [A Primer on Systemic Approach to Individual, Group & Team Coaching](https://blog.coacharya.com/a-primer-on-systemic-approach-to-individual-group-team-coaching/): Systemic Coaching is Spiritual Coaching  -Ram S. Ramanathan Coacharya is evangelical about Systemic Coaching. Some frequently asked questions on the Systemic approach to coaching with our one-line answers are: Can we use the Systemic approach in individual coaching?  Yes. Can we use the Systemic approach in Group & Team coaching?  Yes. How do Groups and Teams differ? As do flash mobs and military units. Can we use a common competency framework? We shall give you one What’s the big deal about Systemic Approach? Please read on At the heart of all coaching, there are only 4 competencies, which credentialing agencies increase to 8 or 80, in the interest of making them more […]
- [Navigating Trauma And Grief - A Neuroscientific Perspective](https://blog.coacharya.com/navigating-trauma-and-grief-a-neuroscientific-perspective/): “THE WOUND IS THE PLACE WHERE THE LIGHT ENTERS YOU.” -RUMI Trauma and grief have a way of making their way into each of our lives. They pervade our thoughts, feelings, and behaviour, deeply affecting our physical and mental health. As a coach, it is likely you will encounter clients who are experiencing trauma and grief. Neha is joined by Master coach Dr Colleen Lightbody, who brings her neuroscience expertise and years of coaching experience to help us understand  Trauma and grief and how do they align with each other  How do we identify grief within ourselves Validation, Emotions & their […]
- [Coach Responsiveness to Clients](https://blog.coacharya.com/coach-responsiveness-to-clients/): Coach Responsiveness To Clients “In order to be effective, be responsive. In order to be responsive, listen.” – Sharon Weil The essence of Mastery lies in how we respond to the complexities of the client in a way that honours, respects, and partners with the client to refocus on ‘small pieces at a time, aligned to the larger goal or purpose. How do we do this? How do we pick up what’s important for the client? How do we partner with them? In this session, Cindy moderates a Master Coach panel including, Ram, Pranav and Jerry, who share their practices and […]
- [The Night of Shiva](https://blog.coacharya.com/the-night-of-shiva/): Wearing the king of snakes as garland, the three eyed-one, Ash smeared on your body as is your wont, lord of lords, Eternal, pure, clad with the sky, Known with the letter ‘Na’, we bow to you, the auspicious One! -Shiva Panchakshara Stotram, Shankaracharya Raja Ravi Varma’s depiction of Ardhanareeswara is my metaphor. The androgynous Shiva-Shakti, He-She, masculine-feminine, passive source-active creation, energy-force, integrated as the Purusha-Prakriti of the Samkhya philosophy underlying the Vedic culture is the mystery of the unknowable truth of Shiva. Shiva is the yogi, meditating beside the dead in the cremation grounds, smeared with the ashes. Shiva is […]
- [Evoking Awareness](https://blog.coacharya.com/evoking-awareness/): “Awareness is like the sun. When it shines on things, they are transformed.” – Thich Nhat Hanh One of the primary reasons we want to become coaches is to help people. But when we start coach training, we realize that coaching is not about helping coachees in the traditional sense of providing answers or guidance. When we coach, we are empowering the coachees to help themselves. But how can we help someone without leading them to answers? How can we help them become aware of their own behaviours, thoughts, beliefs, and feelings? How can we help untangle the knots? How can we […]
- [Coaching Simplified: Mastering Competency Skills](https://blog.coacharya.com/coaching-simplified/): Everyone struggles with mastering competency skills in the beginning. Key competencies of coaching are no different from what practise in daily work and life in any purposeful communication. When a client seeks coaching, it’s always to be empowered from a situation that is diminishing the client in negativity, through anger, sadness, helplessness, confusion, insecurity, and such others. Don’t look for an outcome immediately. Chat a bit to make the client feel a bit better. Ask what brings them to you. As the client speaks, employ the mnemonic LASIE observing and sharing verbal and non-verbal cues to inquire & explore what the […]
- [Applying Systemic Coaching in Organizations](https://blog.coacharya.com/applying-systemic-coaching-in-organizations/): Every organisation is experiencing or has experienced massive changes in recent years. The pandemic has been the major catalyst to these changes. How do we as coaches and leaders adapt to these changes? The systemic approach is one of the ways of adapting to these changes. Looking through the systemic lens can make a world of difference. This brings about readiness in terms of skills and thinking, leading to happiness & satisfaction at work. Learn About What is systemic coaching? Systemic approach How do the system & individuals benefit each other Organisations today & how does systemic coaching help? Applying systemic […]
- [Cultivating Courage through Coaching](https://blog.coacharya.com/cultivating-courage-through-coaching/): “Life shrinks or expands in proportion to one’s courage.” – Anaïs Nin We all have to carve out our own life path, and this path is the sum of all the choices we make when we encounter a fork in the road. What happens when we are faced with difficult choices in our lives? What is the internal dialogue that takes place in the decision-making process? How can we navigate this process with courage and achieve desirable outcomes? This week, we are joined by personal and professional coach Shyamala Sashikumar, who will talk about coaching yourself through key aspects of your […]
- [Why is Systemic Leadership Team Coaching the Future?](https://blog.coacharya.com/why-is-systemic-leadership-team-coaching-the-future/): For the last 3 years, I have been running cohorts to train leaders in systemic leadership team coaching. The reason is simple. Individual coaching alone does not benefit organizations. The minds of leaders may shift with individual coaching. These leaders rarely shift the companies they work in. The company may as well have sent them on a holiday to Bali if they wanted to do a favor to these leaders. This truth should be evident to HR and L&D professions, many of whom are quite satisfied with counting the number of leaders who have been coached each year. Have they or […]
- [Live Coaching with Master Coaches](https://blog.coacharya.com/live-coaching-with-master-coaches/): Today’s blog includes a live coaching session. This session was recorded as part of the Masters of Coaching series that takes place on the fourth Wednesday of every month, hosted by Cindy Muthukarappan, MCC. Register for our future webinars here.  Bhavan Dalal, MCC coach and a Coacharya alumna demonstrates live coaching on Mugda Shah, MCC also a Coacharya alumna. After the live demo session, they are joined by Cindy for a masterful panel discussion. Overall, it’s an amazing opportunity to learn from the masters. An opportunity to pass. Learn about: how to partner with the client making your client talk maintaining coaching […]
- [Coaching From Your Roots and Heart](https://blog.coacharya.com/coaching-from-your-roots-and-heart/): My coaching mantra is: See more, hear more, love more, illuminate more, be more, and do less. – Nobantu Mpotulo, MCC Coaching from your roots or somatic coaching is a powerful model. It focuses on the ‘who’ of the client. The change comes not because they gained new knowledge; it comes from the insights that change who they are. Nobantu helps us understand this through her various experiences and examples. She also explains the importance of being present for the client, how simple observations can bring about massive changes, and the power of silence. Learn about Coaching from your roots What […]
- [The Evolution of Amazon’s Company Culture](https://blog.coacharya.com/the-evolution-of-amazons-company-culture/): In recent years, Amazon’s growth has been exponential and they have become a household name. How does an organization scale so massively and how does the company culture play a part in its growth and expansion? Akhil Saxena is the Vice President of APAC, MENA and LATAM Customer Fulfilment Operations at Amazon. This basically means he manages the “Rest of the world” – aside from North America and Europe! In this webinar, Akhil talks about how their ever-evolving principles serve as a guideline for Amazon’s growth. He also shares the experiences that helped him develop him as a leader and how he […]
- [The Universe Strikes Back](https://blog.coacharya.com/the-universe-strikes-back/): “Like the sun the head shall sear the shining sea: The Black Sea’s living fish shall all but boil. When Rhodes and Genoa Half-starved shall be The local folk to cut them up shall toil.” -Nostradamus on 2022 Most of us don’t need to believe in Nostradamus and Astrology to understand that something strange is afoot these last 30 months on this planet. It’s a great time to be living on Earth right now. It’s truly a Tale of Two Earths. There is an Earth that I seem to belong to, one that experiences the ravages of the pandemic, the unpredictable shifts in climate causing […]
- [Using Coaching Principles to Set and Keep Your Resolutions in 2022](https://blog.coacharya.com/using-coaching-principles-to-set-and-keep-your-resolutions-in-2022/): “What you get by achieving your goals is not as important as what you become by achieving your goals.” – Henry David Thoreau New years are for new beginnings, or so we say. Each year, we make resolutions that we end up breaking due to different reasons. It may be because we didn’t put enough thought into them. Or because the going got tough. Whatever the reason may be, the new year resolution has turned into a joke and is almost always broken. What if that’s no longer the case? We, as coaches, have the tools and skills we will require […]
- [Why I Am Proud to Be Human](https://blog.coacharya.com/why-i-am-proud-to-be-human/): Vedic philosophy developed and flourished in the Bronze Age about 5000 years ago. It originated in the Sindhu Valley, now a part of Pakistan, as a pantheistic set of beliefs celebrating nature. This philosophy is today called the Hindu religion. The word Hindu is of foreign origin, from Persia. This word was corrupted from the word Sindhu that referred to the people who lived along the waters of five rivers that flowed from the Himalayas to the Arabian Sea. Sindhu in Sanskrit, the language spoken by those who built this riverine civilization means water in all forms, especially rivers and seas. […]
- [The Hero’s Journey Part 2: Evoking and Evolving](https://blog.coacharya.com/the-heros-journey-part-2-evoking-and-evolving/): “When the hero is ready, the mentor appears.” ― Will Craig The Hero’s Journey is a framework for embarking on a compelling journey. It follows the path taken by the protagonist within the arc of a story: An ordinary person, receiving a call to action, starting with humble beginnings, taking the journey with all its trials and tribulations, then transforming – resulting in a renewed person. The Hero’s Journey can be found embedded in many popular mythical stories like Star Wars and Toy Story. Cindy and Ujval explored the inner journey a hero’s takes. They talk about the trials a hero overcomes. How important […]
- [In Memory of Christ](https://blog.coacharya.com/in-memory-of-christ/): Blessed are the merciful, full of compassionate conduct without judgment or condemnation, for they shall be treated likewise and receive mercy, knowing God’s love will overcome all hardship -Sermon on the Mount Truer and more noble words were never spoken. If one did not know the wise man who said these words, it could have been written in any of the world’s most spiritual scriptures. The entire essence of Jesus’ teaching is in the Sermon of the mount, as are of the Seers of the Veda in the Upanishad, and Buddha in Dhammapada, all emphasizing the same truth. Instead, people fight […]
- [The Hero’s Journey](https://blog.coacharya.com/the-heros-journey/): “The hero journey is inside of you; tear off the veils and open the mystery of your self” -Joseph Campbell Joseph Campbell describes the Hero’s Journey in the metaphor of ancient myths, which are also modern urban legends. We are asleep and unaware, though awake and alive, not hearing the call to find our purpose and move on. When this Initiation occurs as we listen to the call and break free, we journey through adventures full of peril yet guided by an energy mentor. We reach where the journey takes us. That is only part of the journey. After the ascent to […]
- [The Emerging Future of Coaching](https://blog.coacharya.com/the-emerging-future-of-coaching/): 20 years ago, very few people had a cellphone. 10 years ago, most people thought of coaches as people who train athletes. Since March 2020, video calls have been the backbone of many industries, including coaching. The world is changing quickly and there are many unpredictable opportunities and challenges that will unfold with time. Magda is joined by Tracy and Ram as they explore how they envision how the future of coaching looks like. They talk about the potential coaching has and how we as coaches can bring about change in the world. Learn about: As coaches, how are we shaping […]
- [Launch a Coaching Business in 2022](https://blog.coacharya.com/launch-your-coaching-business-in-2022/): The New Year is a great time for new beginnings. Whether you completed your certification a long time ago or you are currently undergoing coach training, you might be wondering how to get started as a coach. How do you position yourself as an authority in the field? How do you attract clients that are a dream to work with? What are the logistical issues that may come up in this unfamiliar territory? All of this can be new and overwhelming for a coach trying to figure out how to start their own coaching business. Shyam Sadasivan wraps up his trilogy […]
- [Boleh so Nihal Sat Sri Akal: Say In ecstasy, Truth is Timeless](https://blog.coacharya.com/boleh-so-nihal-sat-sri-akal-say-in-ecstasy-truth-is-timeless/): One who has no faith in oneself can never have faith in God. -Guru Granth Saheb The voice at the other end said in a gentle tone, ‘Sat Sri Akal ji’. Having spent years in the North of India, I instinctively responded, ‘Sat Sri Akal Ji’ and continued in Hindi, ‘May I know who’s calling.’ My wife and I were checking off one more item on our bucket list by visiting the Golden Temple at Amritsar. We didn’t realise when we planned this trip for my wife’s birthday that it was Guru Nanak’s birth anniversary, Gurparab, the day after. Realising later how […]
- [A Deep Dive Into Impostor Syndrome](https://blog.coacharya.com/a-deep-dive-into-impostor-syndrome/): When good things such as a promotion or parenthood happen in our lives, we gain something – an external recognition of our abilities. But soon, feelings of self-doubt and personal incompetence could start to build up, despite our education, experience, and accomplishments. This is impostor syndrome. To counter these feelings, we might end up working harder and holding ourselves to even higher standards which are impossible to meet. We then fail to meet those standards and feel even worse about ourselves. The cycle turns into a downward spiral. Does that sound familiar? We have all dealt with impostor syndrome at one […]
- [Coaching in Organizations](https://blog.coacharya.com/coaching-in-organizations/): “A coaching culture is one where the principles, beliefs, and mindsets driving people’s behaviours in the workplace are deeply rooted in the discipline of coaching. It is a culture where people coach each other all the time as a natural part of meetings, reviews and one-to-one discussions of all kinds.” – Clutterbuck et al., 2016. A coaching culture leads to creating a team spirit that helps achieve a shared goal. However, most of the times coaching is viewed as a remedial measure, a way to fix something instead of a tool to actually improve something. Learn about the coaching culture and the […]
- [Shaping Corporate Culture through Coaching](https://blog.coacharya.com/shaping-corporate-culture-through-coaching/): Cultures of an organisation help in creating and shaping how the employees interact with each other and others they come in contact with. It’s formed by the collective and shared beliefs of the leaders. And further reinforced over a period of time through various practices and actions. The culture dictates an employees behaviour and perception. Join Ram and our panellists P.V. Ramana Murthy and Ravindra Kumar – leaders from the TATA group. They share a first-hand perspective of the exemplary corporate culture at TATA and share their accounts of various cultures they have experienced on different occasions They talk about Cultural […]
- [Emotional Intelligence and Coaching](https://blog.coacharya.com/emotional-intelligence-and-coaching/): Perhaps one of the greatest achievements of humanity is the recognition of Emotional Intelligence (EI) as a marker for a successful life and career. Our affinity towards education and information has opened a gateway to livelihood, while the gateway to good relationships is opened by EI. What is Emotional Intelligence? Emotional Intelligence is the skill of managing our emotions in an effective manner in order to successfully manage the environment around us. It is the awareness and regulation of the self. As a coach, managing EI is at the core of what we do. When we talk about a ‘coaching mindset’, […]
- [Deepavali: The Festival of Lights](https://blog.coacharya.com/deepavali-the-festival-of-lights/): There is no such festival as Diwali, as there is no such religion as Hinduism. Both are corruptions that came about when foreign entities were ruling India. The festival, the festival of lights, is correctly called Deepavali, in Sanskrit meaning a row of lights. That’s how it’s still called in the South of India. The religion is Sindhuism or the Vedic religion that flourished in the land on Sindhu, meaning water, the five rivers that flowed from the sacred mountains to the sacred ocean. Invaders who could not pronounce the word Sindhu correctly corrupted it to Hindu. I am sure I […]
- [Coaching Sessions Examples](https://blog.coacharya.com/examples-of-live-coaching-sessions/): Watch Master Coach Mugdha Shah coach a client in this session that was recorded live during our webinar. Watch Master Coach Mary Ann Wright coach a client in this session that was recorded live during our webinar. In this webinar, Dr Suman Nair does a short presentation explaining more about the Enneagram, and a live coaching session with Heather Guptha. As a coach, experiencing other professional coaches working with clients is a rare opportunity. We are excited, honoured and grateful to both Nobantu and her client for their generous sharing spirit as she navigates Ubuntu Coaching.  
- [Live Coaching Using Enneagram](https://blog.coacharya.com/live-coaching-using-enneagram/): The Enneagram is a highly effective leadership tool that helps us understand and evoke greater compassion. It increases self-awareness and relational effectiveness leading to a more productive workspace. In this webinar, Dr Suman Nair does a short presentation explaining more about the Enneagram, and a live coaching session with Heather Guptha We learn about: Why should we use enneagram? how is it different from the other tools? Role of  Enneagram in Coaching Enneagram and its types Brief about origins of Enneagram How are the Enneagram types formed Coaching session using Enneagram Webinar: Live Coaching Using Enneagram Like to listen instead? We […]
- [Coaching Frameworks](https://blog.coacharya.com/coaching-frameworks/): A coaching conversation is different from your everyday conversation. It brings about an awareness that leads to change, This change is made possible through the coaching frameworks that makes coaching transformational. Coaching Frameworks helps a coach navigate from Point A to Point B and acts as guideposts in a coaching conversation. Frameworks form the backbone of the coaching and every conversation and practice helps you become a better coach. Learn about what are frameworks? challenges one faces when practising them the difference between regular conversation and coaching conversation Coacharya frameworks and models non-judgement, what it really means GROW model and how it ties […]
- [Mindless: The Fourth State of Awareness](https://blog.coacharya.com/mindless-the-fourth-state-of-awareness/): Awareness is an attribute while Consciousness is not; one can be conscious of being aware, but not aware of consciousness. Collective Consciousness is the totality of consciousness, beyond all–being as well as not-being.  -Ram Ramanathan, deliberately misquoting Nisargadatta Maharaj’s English Translation In awareness and consciousness, I deliberately interpret this famous quote from a self-realized master, Nisargadatta Maharaj. I truly believe that his expressions originally in Marathi, may have been wrongly translated. In Sanskrit, the word Pragya denotes awareness, and Chit denotes consciousness. In all spiritual literature, Chit rules above Pragya, consciousness above awareness. It would have been impossible for a realized person such as Nisargadatta to have misinterpreted […]
- [Finding your Zone](https://blog.coacharya.com/finding-your-zone/): From ‘mindset’ to ‘zone’: As coaches, one of the main qualities that we need to imbibe is the embodiment of a coaching mindset. Even though all coaches aspire to be in that mindset, achieving it is no easy feat. A coaching mindset requires us to be completely non-judgmental, fully present, curious, empathetic and in complete sync with the client and the client’s situation—and yet we are not involved with them. In other words, be ‘Zen-like’. zone As coaches, the aspiration to achieve that state is an ongoing process. We require a conscious effort of ‘conduct’ in our day-to-day life. The work starts from […]
- [Sojourner Truth: A 19th Century Transformational Leader](https://blog.coacharya.com/sojourner-truth-a-19th-century-transformational-leader/): Sojourner Truth, born Isabella Baumfree, is remembered as a symbol of courage, mental strength, and resilience. But what else can a coach learn from this strong woman who was born over 200 years ago? The Life of Sojourner Truth Born a slave in 1797, Isabella Baumfree was bought, sold, and resold multiple times. She was owned, mistreated, and abused by various slave-owners before she finally escaped in 1826 along with her infant daughter. Baumfree had not been able to escape with all her children, because of the law. However, when she later realised that her 5-year-old son Peter had been resold illegally to […]
- [Beyond Mindfulness Journal – Week 7](https://blog.coacharya.com/beyond-mindfulness-journey-journal-week-7/): The following is the eighth, and last, installment  in a weekly series of reflections from one of our learners in the Beyond Mindfulness program. Each week, Noopur will recap her personal experience to give insight into her journey towards a more aware and intentional life. If you’re ready to start your journey in mindfulness, please get in touch. We’re here to help. The Journey so Far Hello lovely people! How are you doing this week? I am doing well, just letting everything I have learned so far sink in. But I think the knowledge I have gained is more like tea that needs to […]
- [Meditation Q & A](https://blog.coacharya.com/meditation-q-a/): “Presence is exhibited when the coach is absent.” – Ram S Ramanathan Meditation can be a powerful tool in exploring yourself. It is important for the coaches not only in their coaching practice but also in their daily life. Join Ram and Tracy as we take you on a journey where we answer questions, share experiences and look at different types, forms and applications of meditation through this webinar, we talk about what is meditation what does silencing of the mind during meditation mean the application of meditation in coaching Leaving behind ego & SET and LASI framework Meditation as a visualization technique focusing through meditation […]
- [Happy Dussehra!](https://blog.coacharya.com/happy-dussehra/): Coacharya wishes its community a Happy Dussehra!  As with most other Hindu festivals, perhaps most festivals across the globe, Dussehra is a systemic event, which brings individuals and their families together, with larger community involvement. Again, as with most other Hindu festivals, Dussehra is celebratory. Dussehra is derived from the Sanskrit word ‘dasa’, meaning ten, and ‘hara’, meaning defeat. The festival signifies the defeat of a ten-headed evil, Ravana, by Rama, the seventh incarnation of Vishnu, the Sustainer in the Hindu trinity. Not all agree on the evil nature of Ravana, especially in the Dravidian south, of which I am part. We believe […]
- [22 Best Coaching Books You Should Read in 2024](https://blog.coacharya.com/books-every-coach-should-read/): Becoming a coach is a journey, one that takes a lot of training, personal reflection and mentorship. While going through a professional certification course (such as ACTP) is essential, there are many wonderful resources available to coaches on all stages of their journey that will help grow and develop. Here are our essential coaching books that every aspiring or professional leadership development professional should read. 1. Carl Rogers – On Becoming A Person: A Therapist’s View Of Psychotherapy Carl Rogers ought to be known as the Father of Coaching. This is the seminal book on the client centred approach to coaching, a […]
- [The Power of Storytelling](https://blog.coacharya.com/the-power-of-storytelling/): Kavita Lobo, Coacharya Alumni takes us on an interesting journey on storytelling. Learn about the power of storytelling, the impact it can create and how to tell your own story. Few things she talked about were The power of stories How do stories impact us in our daily lives Its relevance in coaching and business The benefits of stories How to tell a story Webinar: The Power of Storytelling Captivate, Capture or Convert Any Business Audience Like to listen instead? We have a podcast! This session is also available as audio-only on our podcast. Listen below or find Coach to Lead […]
- [Coaching for a More Ethical World- Part II](https://blog.coacharya.com/coaching-for-a-more-ethical-world-part-ii/): Part II of an article, based on the amalgamation of learner notes, from the  Awake Aware Arise session on Coaching for an Ethical World  by David Clutterbuck Awake Aware Arise was a virtual conference lead by Coacharya for leaders, coaches, and those who want to make a change – to truly Awake to the suffering in the world around them, become Aware of their responsibilities, and Arise together to act and be counted. Understanding Ethical Coaching: Ethical coaching is confidential learning between peers. It aims to help the mentee/coachee: resolve ethical dilemmas, develop the ability to work with ethical dilemmas, influence an ethical culture in […]
- [Existential Coaching Questions and Addressing the Hidden Potential](https://blog.coacharya.com/existential-coaching-questions-hidden-potential/): “He whispered, “My precious child, I love you and will never leave you Never, ever, during your trials and testings. When you saw only one set of footprints, It was then that I carried you.” -Margaret Fishback Powers “And I’ll carry you When you need a friend You’ll find my footprints in the sand” -Leona Lewis While we were discussing ‘Presence’ in coaching and partnering with clients, during a class, one of the learners asked: “What if the client is unable to define a clear outcome? What if I see a greater hidden potential in my client that the client is […]
- [Reflective Practice](https://blog.coacharya.com/reflective-practice/): Reflection is an important part of the coaches journey. Tracy Brown and Madhulika Tyagi, an alumna of Coacharya, in a journey where they talk about reflections and How it helps them in their coaching practice. they talk about How reflective practise helps them in their coaching and day to day life The benefits of reflections Relations between Objectivity and Intentions When self-talk can be termed as a reflection Self-criticism and reflections etc Webinar: Reflective Practice Like to listen instead? We have a podcast! This session is also available as audio-only on our podcast. Listen below or find Coach to Lead wherever […]
- [Mahatma Gandhi, the Coach Who Led his Country to Freedom](https://blog.coacharya.com/mahatma-gandhi-the-coach-who-led-his-country-to-freedom/): The Client is the most important visitor on our premises. She is not dependent on us. We are dependent on her. She is not an interruption to our work. She is the purpose of it. She is not an outsider in our business. She is part of it. We are not doing her a favour by serving her. She is doing us a favour by giving us an opportunity to do so. -Rephrasing Gandhi to fit a Coach’s context Gandhi, a Coach to Millions Gandhi, almost always called Mahatma Gandhi, was a great soul and is regarded as the Father of […]
- [Coaching for a More Ethical World- Part I](https://blog.coacharya.com/coaching-for-a-more-ethical-world-part-i/): An article, based on the amalgamation of learner notes, from the  Awake Aware Arise session on Coaching for an Ethical World  by David Clutterbuck Awake Aware Arise was a virtual conference lead by Coacharya for leaders, coaches, and those who want to make a change – to truly Awake to the suffering in the world around them, become Aware of their responsibilities, and Arise together to act and be counted. Ethics, or its lack thereof, and Coaching: Ethics is the ability to use our wisdom to create more positive outcomes for us or for the people. For increased sustainability in our world, ethics plays a […]
- [Expansive Leadership – A Dialogue in Leading With Purpose, Passion & Play](https://blog.coacharya.com/expansive-leadership-a-dialogue-in-leading-with-purpose-passion-play/): Leadership often relies on information as it gives us a sense of order & control, enabling us to stay on top of things. Vijayalakshmi S MCC shares her journey as the chair of ICF India Conclave in this webinar where she talks about the problems she faced the lessons she learned few unexpected surprises helping hands the role of purpose in leadership and detachment from the goals and the importance of enjoying and being in the moment Watch the full video on our YouTube Channel Webinar: Expansive Leadership – A Dialogue in Leading With Purpose, Passion & Play Like to listen instead? We […]
- [7 Steps to High Performance ](https://blog.coacharya.com/7-steps-to-high-performance/):   Every one of us is a high performer capable of supporting others around us to perform at a higher level. -Coacharya As a common practice, companies generally provide coaches with assessments and development plans to coach corporate executive leaders. Usually, these are a combination of psychometric tests and 360 feedback along with developmental plans based on them. These assessments are based on leadership competency metrics that the company has developed. HR chooses from a library of competencies offered by the test provider, choosing the most suitable for the leaders in the positions they are in. Leaders are then self and 360 […]
- [Beyond Mindfulness Journal – Week 6](https://blog.coacharya.com/beyond-mindfulness-journal-week-6/): The following is the seventh installment in a weekly series of reflections from one of our learners in the Beyond Mindfulness program. Each week, Noopur will recap her personal experience to give insight into her journey towards a more aware and intentional life. If you’re ready to start your journey in mindfulness, please get in touch. We’re here to help. Hello lovely people! How are you all today? I am doing well, but I am also a bit sad. Though the journey beyond mindfulness will never end. Our six-week-long journey came to an end this weekend. And I am left a […]
- [Vipassana: The Awakening](https://blog.coacharya.com/vipassana-the-awakening/): For oft, when on my couch I lie In vacant or in pensive mood, They flash upon that inward eye Which is the bliss of solitude William Wordsworth Vipassana is the art of living, not the art of escaping Goenka     I wonder whether Wordsworth had gone through a Vipassana experience, perhaps from the Buddha himself, since he was before Goenka. Vipassana is an Awakening. It’s as the word in Pali means, seeing things as they really are. The website dhamma of Goenka, a diamond merchant from Burma, relit this last lamp that Buddha lit in the minds and hearts of his immediate followers, 2500 years […]
- [Reflective Journaling: A Brief Read](https://blog.coacharya.com/reflective-journaling-a-brief-read/): Before you start your reflective journaling journey, we’ve made this tiny brief that will guide your writing. Your reflective pieces build on each other and when your course is done they will live on as evidence of your growth and learning—not just for you, but for others as well. So…first things first. What is a Reflective Journal? Well, simply put, it is an opportunity to engage creatively yet critically and analytically with your learning experience and assess theories against personal experience—potentially increasing self-awareness. There is no absolute way to write a reflective journal piece. However, we have a few guidelines that you […]
- [My Coaching Foundation Journey: Ain’t as Easy as It Seemed- Week 6](https://blog.coacharya.com/my-coaching-foundation-journey-aint-as-easy-as-it-seemed-week-6/): The following is the sixth installment in a weekly series of reflections from one of our learners in the Coaching Foundation Program. Each week, Silvester will recap his personal experience to give insight into what it’s like to become a life coach. If you’re ready to start your journey in coaching, please get in touch. We’re here to help.   This was an interesting week. Mainly because of the love and trust we now share; plus, few realisations I had. So…let’s dive in It’s All About Trust The focus of this session was majorly on building trust and building a psychologically […]
- [Can Anyone Be a Coach?](https://blog.coacharya.com/can-anyone-be-a-coach/): I am an accidental coach.  If one were to look at my background, I would not have been the best fit to coach. I was never a listener. As a corporate executive, my job was to tell people what to do. The better I was at directing, the higher I rose. Challenged by my wife, I took listening as an empowering goal. Over time, I have learned to listen. So have hundreds, if not thousands of executives and others, who start with poor listening skills, and become coaches. The same logic applies to people who believe they are not emotionally intelligent. […]
- [How to Create a Vision Board](https://blog.coacharya.com/how-to-create-a-vision-board/): Vision boards help us align our thoughts to our goals, visualize and lay down the path to success, let go of the beliefs that don’t serve us and helps us replace them with ones that propel us to a joyous future we envision. In this webinar, our guest Preeti Khare talks about Outcomes and Significance of Vision Board Law of attraction Visualization and its impact MIT experiment NLP and how it affects us Beliefs about yourself and exercise to build your beliefs Ideal day & practising visualization every day Watch the full video on our YouTube Channel Webinar on How to Create a Vision Board Like […]
- [Beyond Mindfulness Journal – Week 5](https://blog.coacharya.com/beyond-mindfulness-journal-week-5/): The following is the sixth installment in a weekly series of reflections from one of our learners in the Beyond Mindfulness program. Each week, Noopur will recap her personal experience to give insight into her journey towards a more aware and intentional life. If you’re ready to start your journey in mindfulness, please get in touch. We’re here to help. Hello wonderful people! How are you all doing today? I am doing well as always and am really excited about sharing this week’s learning journey with you all. Ever found yourself asking the question ‘Who am I?’ ‘What is my purpose […]
- [Gratitude as a Power Tool](https://blog.coacharya.com/gratitude-as-a-power-tool/): The word “Gratitude” has long been related with a softened version of the disposition of a person. Somewhere in the back of our mind, “gratitude” means submission and its various derivatives. The concept of gratitude is not new, but its truest spirit is still eluding. Gratitude VS Thankfulness Before writing this article, I googled ‘gratitude’ to find what the world has to say about it. The best I could infer: the phrase ‘Thank you’ metamorphosed into gratitude. So…what is the difference? ‘Gratitude’ is a state of being, rather than an experience of spiked emotion in response to a favor done. Both […]
- [What Role Does Ancient Wisdom Play in How We Learn Today?](https://blog.coacharya.com/what-role-does-ancient-wisdom-play-in-how-we-learn-today/): The word Upanishad, possibly one of the oldest learning systems, can be interpreted as ‘Learning in close proximity to move out of discomfort’. Vedic teaching was based on these concepts. The teacher and learners began each session with the invocation, ‘Let us learn together in alignment, with energy, seeking the higher wisdom, with no discomfort’. The learning process was ‘sravana manana nidhityasana’ meaning ‘hearing and sensing to know, reflecting to understand, analyze and synthesize what is known, and applying this knowledge through action learning, constantly evaluating and creating new knowledge and wisdom.’ The combination of these concepts is known through curricular […]
- [My Coaching Foundation Journey: The Other Side of Coaching and Steve Jobs- Week 5](https://blog.coacharya.com/my-coaching-foundation-journey-the-other-side-of-coaching-week-5/): The following is the fifth installment in a weekly series of reflections from one of our learners in the Coaching Foundation Program. Each week, Silvester will recap his personal experience to give insight into what it’s like to become a life coach. If you’re ready to start your journey in coaching, please get in touch. We’re here to help.   This week I am thinking of not following any order, so bear with me. I will start with what excited me the most. Got Coached: I still have goosebumps. At the end of the session, we had a coaching practice session. […]
- [Beyond Mindfulness Journal – Week 4](https://blog.coacharya.com/beyond-mindfulness-journal-week-4/): The following is the fourth installment in a weekly series of reflections from one of our learners in the Beyond Mindfulness program. Each week, Noopur will recap her personal experience to give insight into her journey towards a more aware and intentional life. If you’re ready to start your journey in mindfulness, please get in touch. We’re here to help. Hello, my lovely people! How is your week going? I am back again with another week of my learnings and reflection. Let me begin by saying, this week’s session was powerful! The learnings and the experiential aspect were just so impactful! I hope everyone […]
- [Coaching Meditation Techniques for Better Focus](https://blog.coacharya.com/meditation-in-coaching/): The Sanskrit word ‘dhyan’ for meditation morphed into Zen in Japanese and Chan in Chinese is not concentration or focused attention as many incorrectly describe it. It’s a state of witnessing and observing with no bias or judgment. One just ‘is’. This is the most aware state of being. One’s mind takes leave of the senses and no longer controls. Meditation techniques such as ‘vipassana’ and ‘yoga nidra’ elevate us to this disengaged level in which we can move into our natural state and space of energy, beyond the confining boundaries of mind and body. This is not difficult once you […]
- [My Coaching Foundation Journey: Believe, Don’t Label and an Ongoing Journey-Week 4](https://blog.coacharya.com/my-coaching-foundation-journey-believe-dont-label-and-an-ongoing-journey-week-4/): The following is the fourth installment in a weekly series of reflections from one of our learners in the Coaching Foundation Program. Each week, Silvester will recap his personal experience to give insight into what it’s like to become a life coach. If you’re ready to start your journey in coaching, please get in touch. We’re here to help.   With each passing day, there’s a visible shift within me. One of the most obvious shifts is that even though I am nervous, I am not letting the nervousness control me. A lot of it is thanks to the Life Coaching […]
- [Beyond Mindfulness Journal – Week 3](https://blog.coacharya.com/beyond-mindfulness-journal-week-3/): The following is the fourth installment in a weekly series of reflections from one of our learners in the Beyond Mindfulness program. Each week, Noopur will recap her personal experience to give insight into her journey towards a more aware and intentional life. If you’re ready to start your journey in mindfulness, please get in touch. We’re here to help. Hello, my lovely people! How is your week going? I am back again with another week of my learnings and reflection. Let me begin by saying, this week’s session was powerful! The learnings and the experiential aspect were just so impactful! I hope […]
- [My Coaching Foundation Journey: Detach and Listen- Week 3](https://blog.coacharya.com/my-coaching-foundation-journey-week-3/): The following is the third instalment in a weekly series of reflections from one of our learners in the Coaching Foundation program. Each week, Silvester will recap his personal experience to give insight into what it’s like to become a life coach. If you’re ready to start your journey in coaching, please get in touch. We’re here to help. Here we are in week three of my coaching journey. This week we had to work with one other member of the cohort and make a presentation. My friend and I from the cohort also used this opportunity to coach each other […]
- [Beyond Mindfulness Journal – Week 2](https://blog.coacharya.com/beyond-mindfulness-journal-week-2/): The following is the third installment in a weekly series of reflections from one of our learners in the Beyond Mindfulness program. Each week, Noopur will recap her personal experience to give insight into her journey towards a more aware and intentional life. If you’re ready to start your journey in mindfulness, please get in touch. We’re here to help.   Hello lovely people! How are you doing this week?  My week has been …..what shall we call it? Interesting! Yes, let’s go with ‘interesting’. I wish I could say I have many insights to share with you, but the truth is: I […]
- [Live Coaching with Master Coach Mugdha Shah](https://blog.coacharya.com/live-coaching-with-master-coach-mugdha-shah/): One learns a lot about coaching by practicing it. But another great way of learning is by observing seasoned coaches at work. We had the opportunity to experience Master Coach Mugdha Shah as she coached a client in a heart-centered, thought-provoking live coaching demo. Watch the full video on our YouTube Channel About the Speaker Master Certified Coach (International Coach Federation) Mugdha Shah is a National Servant Leader with a difference. She is an HR Professional from TISS, a dramatist from Mithibai College, an economist from Narsee Monjee college, and a cadet leader from G N Khalsa college Mumbai. 23 years of experience in grooming executives, youth […]
- [My Coaching Foundation Journey – Week 2](https://blog.coacharya.com/my-coaching-foundation-journey-week-2/): The following is the second instalment in a weekly series of reflections from one of our learners in the Coaching Foundation program. Each week, Silvester will recap his personal experience to give insight into what it’s like to become a life coach. If you’re ready to start your journey in coaching, please get in touch. We’re here to help. This week we were asked to reflect on ICF and EMCC’s definition of diversity and inclusion, how it affects us in general life and coaching space. What they meant to us without these definitions and how we would like them to show up? Just […]
- [Applying the Coaching Mindset to Life’s Challenges](https://blog.coacharya.com/applying-the-coaching-mindset-to-lifes-challenges/): When you come together with your whole self, in your everyday life that can be called a coaching mindset. – Deva Dey As coaches, we use the coaching mindest to help our clients find their answers but this same lens can do wonders when applied to look at our own challenges. In this webinar, our panelists talk about the coaching mindset and how it can be used to shift our perspective from just looking at the challenge to get into action mode and actively look for ways that help us solve our problems. Some topics that were covered in the webinar: What […]
- [Beyond Mindfulness Journal - Week 1](https://blog.coacharya.com/beyond-mindfulness-week-1/): The following is the second installment in a weekly series of reflections from one of our learners in the Beyond Mindfulness program. Each week, Noopur will recap her personal experience to give insight into her journey towards a more aware and intentional life. If you’re ready to start your journey in mindfulness, please get in touch. We’re here to help. Hello lovely people! How are you doing today? Me? Why, thank you for asking— I am happy I get to share my first, “Aha” moment—stemming from the idea of “intention”— with you all. And also, just about everything that happened in class, after and […]
- [My Coaching Foundation Journey - Week 1](https://blog.coacharya.com/my-coaching-journey-week-1/): The following is the first installment in a weekly series of reflections from one of our learners in the Coaching Foundation program. Each week, Silvester will recap his personal experience to give insight into what it’s like to become a life coach. If you’re ready to start your journey in coaching, please get in touch. We’re here to help.   Hello everyone, I am Silvester Jacob, a student in Smita and Tracy’s Life Coaching Foundation Course. This blog is a journal where I will share my journey through the course with you. Today, I took the first step in my journey. I […]
- [Understanding the Theory of Coaching](https://blog.coacharya.com/theory-of-everything-almost-as-related-to-coaching/): At the core of all masterful transpersonal coaching is the generative possibility of partnering clients to discover their true superior Self of purpose and potential. Ram S. Ramanathan Founder, Coacharya Coaching has no nobler purpose than this. Discovering one’s true Self, in synchronicity with one’s systemic alignment with the Universe, and as a result, one’s purpose and potential in life is the dream of the spiritual seeker steeped in ancient wisdom. The Vedic tradition called this the prarabda karma. This term implies that our birth in this lifetime is not an accident. Our present life on earth is the result of […]
- [Mindfulness to Mindlessness](https://blog.coacharya.com/mindfulness-to-mindlessness/): Mindfulness has become such a huge buzzword in recent years. We buy programs, books, and even apps that teach us how to be more mindful. A lot of people want to become more aware and present, but what if we told you that mindfulness is just the beginning of the journey? It’s not at all a state of awareness, but the beginning state of conscious awareness. The highest state of awareness and consciousness is termed No Mind in Zen and the Fourth State in Veda. In this state of witnessing, detached awareness we move beyond the mind in time and space […]
- [Beyond Mindfulness Journal - Week 0](https://blog.coacharya.com/the-beyond-mindfulness-journey-week-0/): The following is the first installment in a weekly series of reflections from one of our learners in the Beyond Mindfulness program. Each week, Noopur will recap her personal experience to give insight into her journey towards a more aware and intentional life. If you’re ready to start your journey in mindfulness, please get in touch. We’re here to help. Hi there! If you clicked on this post I am guessing something about Beyond Mindfulness sparked your interest. Something sparked my interest too… A Little Bit About Me My name is Noopur Nautiyal and I work at Coacharya as a Content […]
- [The Dangers of Mindfulness](https://blog.coacharya.com/the-dangers-of-mindfulness/): The following article appeared on Psychology Today, written by Jason N. Linder, Psy.D., LMFT. We are sharing the article here to support our philosophy on why mindfulness is not the goal, but simply the first step in developing greater awareness. Our Beyond Mindfulness program begins by exploring the sensory self-awareness known as mindfulness but we’ll explore beyond this to a deeper and more expansive level of consciousness; one that is attained by disengaging the mind and becoming collectively-aware. KEY POINTS Mindfulness has become over-hyped, misunderstood, and overly commodified. The documented robust health effects are overstated and not enough health professionals are talking […]
- [What are Mental Maps? Complete Definition](https://blog.coacharya.com/mental-maps/): Men are stronger than women. It’s simple, isn’t it? It’s not about whether this statement is right or wrong, it’s just a simple framework of thinking. Often, we generalize things, people, and situations around us. Generalization is a helpful cognitive function as it facilitates speedy information processing. We box people according to our experiences. You might notice the font of this article and quickly make a judgment about whether the article is pleasing to you or not. The question is: where are these judgments coming from? The Filters of Perception: Generalization, Deletion, and Distortion All of us have our unique mental […]
- [DEI Culture: The Secret Ingredient to Success](https://blog.coacharya.com/dei-culture-the-secret-ingredient-to-success/): DEI is no longer just a corporate concept that can be discussed ad nauseam; it’s a critical necessity for any forward-thinking organization to recruit and retain talent. Companies leading with DEI initiatives enhance their competitiveness, innovation, and overall employee satisfaction. What is DEI? DEI is a holistic approach to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. Diversity refers to the presence of individuals from different backgrounds, including race, gender, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, and physical abilities. Equity ensures that everyone has fair access to opportunities and resources. Inclusion goes beyond representation, creating an environment where everyone feels safe […]
- [Coaching with Neuroscience: Your Guide to Building Resilience](https://blog.coacharya.com/coaching-with-neuroscience-for-resilience/): Neuroscience teaches us that the brain thrives on novelty and challenge. Embracing change and uncertainty in business can stimulate growth, creativity, and resilience. -Dr. David Rock Resilience is fundamental to our happiness. It enables us to survive adversity and thrive in the face of challenges. At one level of scriptural truths, which are very relevant, intrapersonal awareness in developing purpose & meaning in life, adaptability, optimism, acceptance with gratitude and compassion are genuinely noble qualities we need to imbibe to be truly resilient. At another level, resilience seems to be a cultivated mindset that can be developed. Coaches can help clients […]
- [Sensory Representation & VAKOG: Influence on Thought, Learning, and Coaching](https://blog.coacharya.com/sensory-representation-vakog-influence-on-thought-learning-and-coaching/): In the realm of Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), the concept of sensory representation holds a pivotal place. It delves into how we perceive and process information through our senses, and how this impacts our thinking, learning, and, consequently, coaching conversations. Sensory representation, often associated with the VAKOG model, plays a significant role in understanding an individual’s preferred mode of thinking and their unique cognitive processes. In this blog, let’s explore the intricate connection between sensory representation, and VAKOG, and their influence on thinking, learning, and coaching. Understanding Sensory Representation and VAKOG In NLP, Sensory representation revolves around the idea that our experiences […]
- [Masters in Coaching: Biomimicry and Mastery](https://blog.coacharya.com/masters-in-coaching-biomimicry-and-mastery/): Innovation happens at the intersections. – Unknown Intersections are captivating. They ignite connections between some of the most unrelated things, birthing the undiscovered and bringing innovation! Just a few weeks ago, Coacharya unveiled an exciting new program that marries Biomimicry, Design Thinking, and Systems Thinking Habits with Coaching. A question on many people’s minds: How do these seemingly diverse realms converge? In this week’s webinar, we unraveled this thrilling connection! Our experts Shiva Subramaniam, PCC coach, and Cindy Muthukarapan, MCC coach and Training Director, Coacharya delved deeper into each discipline and their interconnectedness. Shiva is the co-founder of Biomimicry Compass and […]
- [Leveraging Upon Multiple Intelligences in Coaching](https://blog.coacharya.com/leveraging-upon-multiple-intelligences-in-coaching/): Everybody is a genius. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing that it is stupid. Albert Einstein Coaching through Multiple intelligences is about understanding, identifying, and believing in the unique talents of clients generatively, and empowering them to achieve their potential through their unique capabilities. Howard Gardner’s seminal work on this spawned multiple other valuable theories and models, such as Emotional Intelligence, Strength Finder, and others. Gardner proposed that human intelligence goes beyond a single, monolithic entity and that it encompasses eight distinct intelligences, each representing a unique […]
- [Authentic Leadership: A Coaching Perspective](https://blog.coacharya.com/authentic-leadership-a-coaching-perspective/): Authentic Leadership goes beyond positions. It is about the proper use of power, even when dealing with the powerless. Gift Gugu Mona Video Player 00:00 00:25 As a subject, coaching is extremely close to my heart. It’s a journey that I embarked upon, not so long ago and its impact has been tremendous. Not only has it transformed me, but also the people around me very deeply and positively. My casual encounters with coaching began many years ago, but my true engagement started just twelve months ago. A Saturday afternoon conversation with Ram Ramanathan, co-founder of Coacharya, and an ex-Unilever colleague, […]
- [The Hero’s Journey with Raghul](https://blog.coacharya.com/the-heros-journey-with-raghul/): The oak fought the wind and was broken, the willow bent when it must and survived. Robert Jordan, The Fires of Heaven From Ironman to mentor extraordinaire, the finale of Coacharya’s Hero’s Journey couldn’t have been better! For the grand finale of The Hero’s Journey webinar series, we had the opportunity to witness the unbreakable spirit of Raghul R. In conversation with our host Avrril Quadros, Raghul talked about his extraordinary journey. An incredible athlete, Raghul achieved a significant milestone by completing 10 Ironman events. Making history for India, he secured the 15th rank in his age category during an event […]
- [Human Potential Coach Training](https://blog.coacharya.com/coaching-to-human-potential-with-psychology/): Coaching is partnering with clients in a thought-provoking and creative process that inspires them to maximize their personal and professional potential. The process of coaching often unlocks previously untapped sources of imagination, productivity, and leadership. International Coaching Federation ICF goes on to say,’ We all have goals we want to reach, challenges we’re striving to overcome, and times we feel stuck. Partnering with a coach can change your life, leading you to greater personal and professional fulfillment.’ Coaching is also a psychological process of diving below the surface of the conscious human mind to reframe limiting beliefs that hold us back […]
- [Exploring Biomimicry, Design Thinking and Systems Thinking Habits](https://blog.coacharya.com/exploring-biomimicry-design-thinking-and-systems-thinking-habits/): Imitate the trees. Learn to lose in order to recover, and remember nothing stays the same for long, not even pain. Sit it out. Let it all pass. Let it go. – May Sarton What if we stepped into the wild world of discovery as we flipped the script: We have spent years learning about nature, but it’s nature’s turn to teach us! Introducing a one-of-a-kind synergy, our Coaching for Innovation webinar this week was a sneak peek into Coacharya’s upcoming Integrated Coaching Program: Biomimicry, Design Thinking, and Systems Thinking Habits. The webinar was led by Ujjaval Buch, MCC, Board Member […]
- [Over-Explaining: The Unseen Barrier to Your Professional Growth](https://blog.coacharya.com/over-explaining-the-unseen-barrier-to-your-professional-growth-2/): We’ve all been there: the meeting where we wanted to look competent, the email chain where we hoped to cover all bases, or the interview where we aimed to impress. But what if in our earnest endeavor to be thorough, we’re actually creating more problems for ourselves? Enter over-explaining, an often-overlooked trait that can seriously impede your career growth. The Pitfalls of Over-Explaining  Over-explaining doesn’t just eat up time; it undermines your authority and dilutes the impact of your message. Imagine a leader who elaborates on every single point in excruciating detail. Not only does this make meetings longer and less […]
- [How to Self-Care: A Primer for Coaches](https://blog.coacharya.com/how-to-self-care-a-primer-for-coaches/): Coaching is spiritual. At its mastery, it’s a healing process. The irony may be the toll the healing takes on the healer! Coacharya Coaches frequently bring up a challenge in supervision, ‘Dealing with intense emotional issues of the client leaves me tired, listless, and depleted in energy. I am afraid it will have serious wellness consequences for me. How do I handle this?’ This may not be the situation for a large number of coaches who coach transactionally. Such coaches believe in powerful questions rather than deep listening. They have the solutions formed in mind and barely have time to pause […]
- [What can Leaders learn from Chandrayan?](https://blog.coacharya.com/what-can-leaders-learn-from-chandrayan/): NASA shows sportsmanship by congratulating India on beating the US to the moon’s South Pole – but Russia and China stay silent after the Chandrayaan-3 craft makes history Daily Mail, UK The most important leadership lesson some countries can learn is to recognize the achievements of others. When political considerations influence decisions rather than human-centered decisions, relationships suffer. The Chandrayan mission, seemingly picture-perfect in execution, must have gone through grueling months and days of preparation, especially after the failure of Chandrayan 2 as it was about to land. Chandrayan 1’s mission was to gather information about the lunar landscape, which was […]
- [Maximize Your Potential: 4-Month Action Plan for 2023](https://blog.coacharya.com/maximize-your-potential-4-month-action-plan-for-2023/): As 2023 nears its close, it is the perfect moment for leaders and professionals to harness their inner potential and propel themselves toward unparalleled success. The secret? Embrace a massive action plan that integrates determination, strategy, and perseverance. With just four months left in the year, the opportunity to realize your potential and accomplish greatness is still within your grasp. Here’s your roadmap to make it happen: Define Clear Goals The first step in any journey toward success is setting clear, achievable goals. Define what you want to achieve by the end of the year and break it down into actionable steps. Whether it’s […]
- [How to Beat a Bot Reading Your Resume?](https://blog.coacharya.com/how-to-beat-a-bot-reading-your-resume/): At least 99 percent of all Fortune 500 companies are now using AI tools like ATS or applicant tracking systems to screen candidates during the recruitment process.  First Post: here   75% of resumes are simply not even seen by human eyes.   LinkedIn Pulse: here   Recently, a friend asked me to review her resume for a leadership position. I googled the ‘Perfect CXO Resume’. LinkedIn came up with this. I then asked a few industry professionals about this template. They said that this template may have worked 5 years ago, but not anymore. This was reconfirmed by others who said that almost all Fortune 500 […]
- [Emotional Intelligence: The Unseen Pillar of Corporate Success](https://blog.coacharya.com/emotional-intelligence-the-unseen-pillar-of-corporate-success/): Anyone can be angry, that is easy. But to be angry with the right person, to the right degree, at the right time, for the right purpose, and in the right way, that is not easy.  – Aristotle In today’s fast-paced business environment, technical acumen and strategic ability are often hailed as the markers of success. However, as an ICF-certified coach, I have found that there is an unseen yet vital component that often goes unnoticed – Emotional Intelligence (EI). Emotional Intelligence, the capacity to understand and manage personal emotions and those of others, is not merely a soft skill or […]
- [Adaptive Coaching Strategies for Leadership](https://blog.coacharya.com/coaching-for-adaptive-leadership/): While writing this I researched a misquote that is often used by those who write Chat GPT articles on Adaptive Leadership. Darwin never said that species that adapt survive. He merely said the fittest survive. That’s true for the Adaptive Leadership framework, now a buzzword. If the theme of adaptation is to survive and grow, one of the seminal books on this was The Living Company written by Arie de Geus, of Royal Dutch Company, the innovator of Scenario Planning. De Geus compared the Living Company to a perennial river with attributes of Sensitivity to their environment Cohesive with a strong sense […]
- [Coaching Toxic Leaders: Questions from webinar attendees and responses](https://blog.coacharya.com/coaching-toxic-leaders-questions-from-webinar-attendees-and-responses/): (This blog is a compilation of the questions and general comments from the chat box during Coacharya’s webinar dated 10th May 2023 on Toxic Leadership) What is toxic leadership? How does one recognize it? These were some of the oft-repeated questions during our webinar on toxic leadership. It is indeed important, though a tad bit difficult, to come up with a definitive answer. One of the most commonplace definitions of toxic leadership is “leaders who engage in numerous destructive behaviors and who exhibit certain dysfunctional personal characteristics.” Within this definition, there is some overlap between the concept of toxic leadership and […]
- [Hero's Journey: Leading with the Heart and Mind](https://blog.coacharya.com/leading-with-the-heart-and-mind/): “The seat of knowledge is in the head, of wisdom, in the heart.” – William Hazlitt Is effective leadership merely about strategic decisions, or does it encompass empathy and the ability to forge meaningful connections? Imagine a leader who embodies both mind and heart in their approach, their mere presence an enabler for those around them. Sounds intriguing? This week, we had the sheer pleasure of listening to Mr. Verghese K Jacob, an exemplary leader who inspired us in so many ways. Mr. Jacob is an Electronics Engineer with an MBA from XLRI, Jamshedpur (1979). With 43 remarkable years, he’s mastered both […]
- [Power of Curiosity in Personal Evolution: The Vital Role of Skilled Coaches](https://blog.coacharya.com/power-of-curiosity-in-personal-evolution-the-vital-role-of-skilled-coaches/): In the tapestry of human evolution and personal development, one thread remains consistently luminous: curiosity. This innate human quality has been the driving force behind countless discoveries, innovations, and personal transformations. One of the reasons the coaching profession has my heart is the graceful manner in which curiosity unfolds during a coaching session. A subtle yet inquisitive inquiry can be the first step to a transformative moment in a client’s journey. Curiosity serves as a foundational element for an enriching coaching experience, whether it’s in the realm of executive coaching, life coaching, or any other specialized coaching discipline. Consider this, how […]
- [From Awareness to Empowerment: Navigating Workplace Toxicity](https://blog.coacharya.com/from-awareness-to-empowerment-navigating-workplace-toxicity/): “Strong leaders engage their critics and make themselves stronger. Weak leaders silence their critics and make themselves weaker.” Adam Grant Have you ever felt trapped in a toxic work environment, desperately yearning for a way out? Toxic leadership can drain one’s energy and have a profound impact on mental health. How can you identify toxicity? More importantly, how can you navigate it? Our webinar this week, a conversation between Coacharya CEO Pranav Ramanathan and HR veteran and PCC coach Gayatri Krishnamurthy, explored these questions and more. Pranav and Gayatri elaborated on what workplace toxicity looks and feels like and the cultural and […]
- [Coaching for Good: Exploring the Impact of Coaching Principles on Social Sector Leadership Challenges](https://blog.coacharya.com/coaching-for-good-exploring-the-impact-of-coaching-principles-on-social-sector-leadership-challenges/): Coaching has become a popular tool for personal and professional development in recent years. However, its use in the social development sector has been limited. The challenges faced by leaders in the social sector are unique and require a different approach than the ones faced by their corporate counterparts. That’s where coaching comes in. ‘Coaching for Good’ is a powerful concept that explores the impact of coaching principles on social sector leadership challenges. It’s about using coaching techniques to empower leaders in the social sector to achieve their goals, develop their skills, and make a positive impact on the world. In […]
- [Why Systemic Team Coaching is the Future of Coaching](https://blog.coacharya.com/why-systemic-team-coaching-is-the-future-of-coaching/): To manage a system effectively, you might focus on the interactions of the parts rather than their behavior taken separately. – Russell L. Ackoff Systemic team coaching can potentially revolutionize the coaching landscape. How so? Delving deeper into the question, this week’s webinar saw a thought-provoking conversation between Coacharya co-founder Ram Ramanathan and Coacharya alumni and PCC coach Dharmesh Shah. The webinar focused on how systemic team coaching differs from traditional team coaching, the pitfalls of organizational silos, and the crucial impact of team dynamics on safety and trust. Kickstarting the webinar, Ram opened the discussion by addressing the fundamental question of how […]
- [Success Through Clear Goals: Understanding NLP’s Well-Formed Outcomes](https://blog.coacharya.com/success-through-clear-goals-understanding-nlps-well-formed-outcomes/): Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) is a powerful psychological approach that has gained popularity across personal development and communication realms. One of the fundamental concepts in NLP is well-formed outcomes, a structured process designed to help individuals achieve their goals effectively and efficiently. By understanding and applying this technique, individuals can enhance their chances of success and improve their overall well-being. Defining Well-Formed Outcomes Well-Formed Outcomes, also known as WFO, is a systematic approach within NLP that assists individuals in clarifying their goals, creating a clear pathway to success. The process involves a series of questions designed to bring focus and specificity to the […]
- [The Hero’s Journey: Awakening the Inner Nurturer](https://blog.coacharya.com/the-heros-journey-awakening-the-inner-nurturer/): Management is about arranging and telling. Leadership is about nurturing and enhancing. – Tom Peters Have you ever wondered what it takes to awaken your inner nurturer and create a ripple of positive change in the world? Answering these questions, we had the absolute honor of listening to the very accomplished, Mrs. Madhuri Menon in this week’s Hero’s Journey. Having worked extensively for human-centered development, Mrs. Menon has a rich background in human resources, training, mentoring, and coaching. She has also actively worked in the not-for-profit sector for over a decade. Along with starting her own NGO, she is also on the […]
- [SIBAM Resourcing Tools](https://blog.coacharya.com/sibam-resourcing-tools/): Sometimes emotions can take us by surprise, or be strongly coupled with a fight, flight, or freeze reaction. For example, I once asked a client what was coming in the way of her goal, and she burst into tears. The tears then triggered an overwhelming and intense reaction in her, and, it being early in my career, a reaction I was completely unprepared for how to deal with. Unfortunately, my awkwardness likely contributed to the sense of shame she may have felt about being vulnerable. Now that I look backward at that, I realize how valuable having a resource to use […]
- [Finding Meaning and Happiness in Life: The Coaching Approach](https://blog.coacharya.com/finding-meaning-and-happiness-in-life-the-coaching-approach/): We live in a world that is fragile on the one hand and harsh on the other. Many of us struggle to find our place, sweet spot, true calling, and core purpose. What really brings meaning and more fulfillment to our lives? How do keep an open mind and yet deep dive within to find meaning and happiness? Without these, isn’t life just a series of events, activities, agendas, and motions that are mostly driven by society and our livelihood? Coaching is a great segway to understanding ourselves with little or no biases. All ICF-accredited coaching programs underline the importance of cultivating trust […]
- [Coaching a Silent Pandemic: Loneliness in Our Youth](https://blog.coacharya.com/coaching-a-silent-pandemic-loneliness-in-our-youth/): “There is nothing outside of yourself. Look within. Everything you want is there.” —Rumi Why are young people so lonely? Are we losing touch with true companionship in an era of digital connections? Unearthing these questions, this week’s Future of Coaching webinar series was an eye-opening conversation with our guest Dr. Varun Soni. In a chat with Coacharya co-founders Ram S. Ramanathan and Pranav Ramanathan, the webinar explored the reasons behind this pervasive feeling and the kind of support young people need to mitigate the challenges of loneliness. With an extensive background in working with youth, Dr. Varun Soni is the […]
- [From Survival to Spirituality: The Critical Element of Sensory Awareness](https://blog.coacharya.com/from-survival-to-spirituality-the-critical-element-of-sensory-awareness/): Coaches are trained to ask questions to explore thoughts and sometimes emotions. At the advanced level, some learn to explore ontologically, still using a conversational framework of thinking. Is there a better way? In this blog, let’s explore sensory awareness coaching and how it creates a deeper level of awareness for holistic healing. Neuroscience now knows that the mind-body is one entity, with intelligence spread over a hundred trillion cells in the human body. It tells us that the first impressions created in our mind-body intelligence system are through our sensory apparatus of the five senses. Receptors capture These in various […]
- [Can AI Help Us Achieve Wellness?](https://blog.coacharya.com/can-ai-help-us-achieve-wellness/): Many of us do not associate Artificial Intelligence (AI) with major changes happening in the medical field, both in remedial and preventive care to wellness. The use of AI in virtual and remote healthcare, including telemetry, image analysis, and physical settings like robotic surgery, has enhanced the effectiveness and reliability of healthcare. In the realm of physical health, many of us may know how wearables aided by AI are helping with heart conditions and diabetes. Present-day pacemaker defibrillators wirelessly linked to a network monitor the heart functions of millions worldwide. These devices monitor and diagnose and kick in to remedy potentially […]
- [How to Coach Loneliness](https://blog.coacharya.com/how-to-coach-loneliness/): Loneliness has a profound impact on mental wellness.  US Surgeon General We are digital natives. We are the loneliest generation ever.  Cry of Gen Z Loneliness is the detachment of self from the Self. Coacharya The US Surgeon General stated that loneliness is now a pandemic, affecting the mental health of more than half the US adult population. In our earlier blog on ‘How can Self be Alone while Self is Lonely?, our conversation with Dr. Soni also spoke about how prevalent the malaise of loneliness is in the youth population. This blog will explore how coaching can empower individuals to […]
- [Master Whole Person Coaching with Sensory Experiences](https://blog.coacharya.com/whole-person-coaching-with-sensory-experiences/): “How can I be substantial if I do not cast a shadow? I must have a dark side also If I am to be whole.” – Carl Jung Our senses are the first to notice and respond to things. Sensory awareness is the ability to detect, interpret, and make sense of sensory stimuli through our various senses such as vision, hearing, touch, taste, and smell. Sensory experiences are closely linked to whole-person coaching. As is evident from the name, this kind of coaching recognizes that people are complex beings. It takes into account their physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual aspects for […]
- [Igniting Transformation: Importance of Chemistry Session in ICF Coaching](https://blog.coacharya.com/igniting-transformation-importance-of-chemistry-session-in-icf-coaching/): Embarking on a coaching journey is an exciting and transformative experience. As an ICF-credentialed (International Coaching Federation) coach, I recognize the importance of building a strong foundation of trust, rapport, and understanding with my clients. This is why the chemistry session, a crucial step in the ICF coaching style, holds immense value. In this blog post, let’s explore the significance of a chemistry session and how it sets the stage for a successful coaching partnership. Establishing Rapport and Trust A chemistry session serves as an initial meeting between the coach and the client. Its primary purpose is to establish rapport and […]
- [How can Self be Alone while Self is Lonely?](https://blog.coacharya.com/how-can-self-be-alone-while-self-is-lonely/): Two birds, inseparable, sit on two branches of a tree, one moving around pecking, discarding, and eating fruits, and the other witnessing immobile. The first is our sensory mindful self and the other our spiritual Self, all-knowing, mindfree. Mundaka Upanishad Why do we feel lonely? We have cures for cancer. How come we don’t have a ‘loneliness’ pill? That would make trillions for those who scam us with ‘anxiety’ pills. Chris Niebauer, a neuropsychologist, says that a false sense of self contributes significantly to human mental suffering. Chris cites Advaita and Buddhism to support the hypothesis that this idea of ‘self’ […]
- [The Hero’s Journey: Voice for the Vulnerable](https://blog.coacharya.com/the-heros-journey-voice-for-the-vulnerable/): “Activism works. So what I am telling you to do now, is to act. Because no one is too small to make a difference.” – Greta Thunberg Not all heroes wear capes. They don’t need to, their actions speak for themselves. The Hero’s Journey concept in coaching celebrates ordinary individuals doing extraordinary things despite the trials and tribulations they face. Our guest this week showed us how even one individual voice and consistent actions make a difference in the grand scheme of things. In this week’s webinar, Anu George Canjanathoppil, who works with a prominent international organization, talked about the horrors of […]
- [How to Coach for Change?](https://blog.coacharya.com/how-to-coach-for-change/): One constant since the beginning of time might be change, however, the fear of change is also a constant. Since times immemorial, humans have liked routine. It makes us feel in control of our lives.  Heraclitus If we could change ourselves, the tendencies in the world would also change Gandhi Paraphrasing Heraclitus, humans tend to resist change, knowing it may be inevitable. The ultimate expression of this fear is death. Who doesn’t want to live forever, even in sorrow? Multiple models of change from Kurt Lewin to Prosci with the ADKAR model and many in between talk about awareness, key motivational […]
- [Self-Coaching with SIBAM - Coacharya](https://blog.coacharya.com/self-coaching-with-sibam/): Self-Coaching with SIBAM One valuable aspect of the SIBAM model is its ability to enhance self-understanding. By engaging with the different channels of SIBAM – Sensations, Images, Behavior, Affect, and Meaning – we can gain deeper insights into ourselves and navigate our experiences more consciously. It’s also helpful to identify which components of the SIBAM model feel more accessible or comfortable and which ones feel more challenging or uncomfortable to explore. Here is an exercise you can try to explore and understand your inner world: Start by finding a quiet space and taking a few deep breaths to become present. Bring […]
- [How to be Gen Z and Well?](https://blog.coacharya.com/how-to-be-gen-z-and-well/): How does Gen Z see the working world? With trepidation. McKinsey If McKinsey is right and Gen Z sees the future world with trepidation, how did the world see the generations before them? Baby Boomers would like to be remembered as idealists creating the credo of the Hippies, and would probably be remembered as selfish greedy narcissists like Trumps. Gen X was more practical, cynical, and equally selfish family breakers. Millennials were considered entitled with attitude. Now in their forties, they would probably like to forget the last decade. Gen Z is in a petri dish of accelerating change on all […]
- [HR & Coaching: A Synergistic Approach to Unleash Human Potential](https://blog.coacharya.com/human-resources-development-and-coaching/): In his book A New Earth, Eckhart Tolle says that the human being is made up of two words: human and being. Here, ‘human’ is the form, and ‘being’ is the formless – the conscientiousness. When we think about Human Resources Development (now called People Development), we usually tend to focus on the form or the identity employees play in various roles in organizations. However, adding the coaching lens helps us move from the form (identity & roles) to the core consciousness (formlessness) of an individual. Ergo, we can work towards connecting people to their consciousness, making them realize their full […]
- [Live Coaching Demo: Sensory Awareness Coaching](https://blog.coacharya.com/live-coaching-demo-sensory-awareness-coaching/): Who looks inside, awakes. – Carl Jung Mental health challenges are growing by the day. There is an increasing need to better understand and process our emotions and feelings to improve our body’s overall health. A groundbreaking technique in this direction is sensory awareness coaching. The webinar this week, a live coaching demonstration led by Coacharya Founder and Master Coach Ram S. Ramanathan, provided a glimpse into how sensory awareness coaching works. This modality is also very helpful for people who have undergone a traumatic experience which, in Ram’s words, left them disempowered. Ram opened the session by setting the background […]
- [Understanding Workplace Wellness Factors for Corporate Success](https://blog.coacharya.com/3-critical-workplace-wellness-factors/): Workplace wellness has finally been recognized as the most important factor in determining sustained high performance. Coaching is one of the most powerful tools to create awareness about workplace wellness. It is an essential part of leadership development and coaching leadership styles. Fear, toxicity, and autocracy can produce spikes as steroids do and are as dangerous for long-term wellness. Let’s look at Workplace Wellness in three categories of Physical Wellness Emotional wellness Systemic Wellness In many countries today, minimum physical work safety factors take into account ergonomic and disability issues. This is in addition to hours of work and hazardous conditions. […]
- [Understanding the SIBAM Model for Whole Person Coaching](https://blog.coacharya.com/coaching-the-whole-person-with-sibam/): To be great, be whole; Exclude nothing, exaggerate nothing that is not you. Be whole in everything. Put all you are Into the smallest thing you do. So, in each lake, the moon shines with splendor Because it blooms up above. Fernando Pessoa, Poet When we coach the whole person, we hold space for a client in such a way that they feel fully seen, accepted, and valued. We acknowledge them as complex beings, recognizing that we are all shaped by various internal and external factors, including identity, context, culture, and beliefs. We are curious about their thoughts, feelings, self-expression, perceptions, […]
- [Emerging Human Challenges](https://blog.coacharya.com/emerging-human-challenges/): Since ancient times human evolution has been a tale of survival through changes and challenges. Over time, the context and causative factors have changed. The challenge is in the way we address the context and causes. Baby Boomers are dead or ancient, as are the landlines they grew up with. Gen X is getting outdated as are the computers they grew up with. Millennials may not outpace the technology they spawned. Gen Z on whom hope rests, is facing the world with trepidation. Gen Alpha, who knows? What we know is this. There is a loss of faith in institutions. Religious […]
- [Unlock your Potential: Exploring the ICF Style of Coaching](https://blog.coacharya.com/unlock-your-potential-exploring-the-icf-style-of-coaching/): In today’s fast-paced and competitive world, individuals and organizations are constantly seeking ways to enhance their performance and achieve their goals. One approach that has gained significant recognition is ICF (International Coaching Federation) style coaching. Through this blog, I hope to share with you the essence of ICF style coaching, its core principles, and how it empowers individuals to unlock their true potential based on my experiences as an ICF accredited coach. But, first, let me share with you why I decided to become an ICF accredited coach. To be completely honest, I had never heard of ICF coaching till I chanced upon […]
- [My Experience with Team Coaching](https://blog.coacharya.com/my-experience-with-team-coaching/): When ICF announced the Team Coaching certification, my curiosity about team coaching grew. As a certified coach (specializing in one-on-one coaching), I have always believed that team coaching is the future, especially in the corporate world where it has been lacking. In the corporate environment, we have all experienced team training, facilitation, and various team interventions but not team ‘coaching’ specifically. Through my journey of team coaching certification, I would like to share some insights and information that helped me understand team coaching better and some of my reflections and learnings about team coaching. Through this journey, I also learned the […]
- [Simplifying Mastery in Coaching](https://blog.coacharya.com/simplifying-mastery-in-coaching/): “Perfection is achieved, not when there is nothing more to add, but when there is nothing left to take away.” –  Antoine de Saint-Exupéry In this month’s Masters in Coaching webinar, we experienced a wholesome and awe-inspiring conversation on “Simplifying Mastery in Coaching.” We had the joy of learning from world-renowned and experienced master practitioners, Cindy Muthukarapan, John Serrao, Rachel Dungan, Allison Task, and Vijayalakshmi S. As the webinar began, the energy felt like the kind one experiences at a stadium full of people, cheering and excited to see what was to come their way. Only 4% of the coaches in the […]
- [The Hero’s Journey with Deepa A. Agarwal](https://blog.coacharya.com/the-heros-journey-with-deepa-a-agarwal/): “A lot of different flowers make a bouquet.” – Islamic Proverb “Unity in diversity” may be an oft-repeated phrase, but are diverse groups or systems really united? While researching Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion history in India, most articles online led me to corporate interventions in the space. However, it extends well beyond that. The need for representation of diverse groups, equity, and inclusivity is critical both socially and professionally. In our 4th episode of The Hero’s Journey, the conversation centered around DEI and what it truly means. In conversation with Avril Quadros, DEI and mental health consultant Deepa A Agarwal, talked […]
- [The History of Coaching: Everything You Need to Know](https://blog.coacharya.com/history-of-coaching/): Etymologically, a coach trundles and wobbles on cobbled streets. Coaching myths suggest that Oxford used this term for a tutor who ‘carried’ a student in 1830. 30 years later sporting institutions adopted this word. I wonder why they didn’t use the word ‘nanny’, more appropriate for Oxford scholars. Leaving English alone, for now, coaching as it’s currently interpreted is about creating awareness in the mind of a client by reframing limiting beliefs in order to progress to an emerging desired future. Many other adjectives and adverbs can be added to this definition to embellish and enlarge. Coaching is not dependent on […]
- [Coaching Toxic Leaders: Strategies for Positive Change](https://blog.coacharya.com/coaching-toxic-leaders/): “Care is a core part of management. It’s not about a tool. We need to learn the soft skills to take care of people’s well-being.” -Satya Nadella Remember Daenerys Targaryen from Game of Thrones? The fiery, dynamic, and awe-inspiring leader? Daenerys has no titles or lands to her name but as the show progresses, she conquers lands with her mighty dragons, inspires armies to join her cause, and becomes a leader of the people. Until…the toxicity creeps in. However, her toxic traits don’t develop suddenly. Each time she wins, her resolve gets emboldened. And so does the toxicity. The fictional queen […]
- [The Hero’s Journey: Dr. Issac Mathai](https://blog.coacharya.com/the-heros-journey-dr-issac-mathai/): “If you desire healing, let yourself fall ill let yourself fall ill.” – Rumi I vividly remember a doctor’s visit while I was growing up. I was in my early teens grappling with some health issues. Other than being utterly uninterested in my challenges, the doctor I consulted was extremely rude and critical. She was unwilling to listen to me, her impatience apparent from how she kept cutting me off. Far from offering help and support, which is pretty much the whole idea behind healthcare, the incident was traumatizing. However, this week’s webinar came as an essential and refreshing reminder of […]
- [Metaverse Coaching](https://blog.coacharya.com/coaching-metaverse/): 6 years ago, some coaches from Europe invited coaches to a world of avatars and virtual scenarios for an immersive experience. Art and technology were still evolving, and the word metaverse had not been manufactured. 6 years down the line, metaverses such as VR, AR, and AI are amongst many unreal technology realities. The art form is yet to evolve. Experts quibble about whether AI is a metaverse or a metaverse enabler. Let them. Having used ChatGPT 3.5 for generating conversations, I find that enabling prompts can produce high-level coaching conversations involving metaphors, somatics, visualization, etc. exploring clients’ belief systems. AI […]
- [Cultivating Happiness and Joy in Professional Life](https://blog.coacharya.com/cultivating-happiness-and-joy-in-professional-life/): We think, mistakenly, that success is the result of the amount of time we put in at work, instead of the quality of time we put in.  – Arianna Huffington Do you enjoy what you do? Does it bring happiness and joy to you? A few years back, my answer to these questions would be an unhappy ‘no.’ I used to wonder what it must be like to wake up and actually look forward to one’s work. Can one really cultivate happiness and joy in their professional lives? In our Impact of Coaching webinar this week, Coacharya alumnus Paula D Wishart […]
- [From Post Pandemic Burnout to Joie de Vivre](https://blog.coacharya.com/from-post-pandemic-burnout-to-joie-de-vivre/): If the pandemic proved stressful for many, the post-pandemic effects have been ever more overwhelming. There is unlikely to be a closure to the pandemic and this causes burnout. We are experiencing a new normal. How do we cope? We may never celebrate as the title implies. What we can do is go on with our lives take care of ourselves and loved ones, and continue with the juggling of work and life, experiencing and managing some stress, without burnout. Here is a 4X4 matrix that may help in this wellness regimen. The process addresses what we believe are 5 key […]
- [5 Step Coaching to Support Post Pandemic Work Culture](https://blog.coacharya.com/5-step-coaching-to-support-post-pandemic-work-culture/): The pandemic has changed most of our lives in significant ways, many of them permanent. Needless to say, the post-pandemic work culture has shifted as well, making support systems like coaching even more necessary. Even though executive coaching was prevalent before, the Covid-19 crisis transformed how companies view coaching programs and leadership development. Now, more than ever, the emphasis is on systemic work, bringing teams together to drive organizational growth. At the personal level, some of the changes brought by the pandemic have been: Forced isolation and remote and hybrid work affecting performance Additional housework, unwanted by many irrespective of gender Overnight shifts in travel […]
- [Coaching in Energy](https://blog.coacharya.com/coaching-in-energy/): I wonder how much more we need to evolve spiritually to replace Presence with Energy as a coaching competency. As energy beings, we can radiate presence, while at the same time relating, communicating, healing, and leading as coaches. Quantum science discovered and proved the Vedic spiritual wisdom that all created beings of the universe are not merely material beings, but energy beings at their core. While most animals realise this truth in the way they act, human beings seem to ignore our energy being based on the delusion of our ego. We falsely believe that we have all the solutions, and […]
- [The Hero’s Journey: Ashvin Matthew](https://blog.coacharya.com/the-heros-journey-ashvin-matthew/): Knowing yourself is the beginning of all wisdom. – Aristotle The Hero’s Journey is an intriguing concept. It is not just because we talk about heroes. It is also about coming across those who show us who a hero is in the finer, simpler details of everyday life. The things you typically may not associate with a ‘hero.’ This week, I discovered some of these simpler nuances and how they shape a hero and their journey. In this month’s episode of the Hero’s Journey, we had the pleasure of listening to artiste extraordinaire Ashvin Matthew, also an actor, director, producer, and […]
- [Will AI Lead to Collective Consciousness?](https://blog.coacharya.com/will-ai-lead-to-collective-consciousness/): DELL-E Version of AI as Collective Consciousness Artificial Intelligence, post the ChatGPT buzz, evokes one of two responses. For many, it is ecstasy in finding the Holy Grail. For others, it evokes the fear of a dystopian world ruled by machines. Neither is true. Like it or not it’s here to stay.   A colleague raised AI to another level by asking, ‘Isn’t AI a form of collective consciousness? She was right. For the first time, we have a pathway to collective and collaborative awareness over time and space. This may not be accepted by all as the Collective Consciousness of […]
- [Impact of Coaching](https://blog.coacharya.com/impact-of-coaching-2/): It’s not what you look at that matters, it’s what you see. – Henry David Thoreau Coacharya alumni are doing phenomenal work across sectors and we use this space to hear their stories of growth and impact.  Through these stories, we aim to help people to discover their own interests and passions and at the same time feel inspired by the change that coaching creates within ecosystems. In our webinar series on the Impact of Coaching, we had the opportunity to listen to Manoj Kambadur, co-founder of Stoa, a new-age business education company. In conversation with Kiwa Singh, the Director of Marketing at […]
- [Coaching in Buddha’s Path](https://blog.coacharya.com/coaching-in-buddhas-path/): Buddha’s core message was about the impermanence and uncertainty of life. His teachings were about the Sunya, Void, or No Mind. This is the way of the coach too. Even if one is not a Buddhist, mere intelligence would tell us that life is uncertain, fleeting, and impermanent. As Buddha said,’ it’s about the one breath you have now.’ Buddha’s five followers noticed his radiance as he opened his eyes after he experienced nirvana, the state of void. They asked him to share what made him radiant. Buddha shared with them the 4 noble truths, which are the core tenets of […]
- [Understanding Self in Coaching: A Foundation for Transformation](https://blog.coacharya.com/understanding-self-in-coaching/): Understanding the Self is a critical part of coaching and is a key component across coaching programs. Understanding Self is also a central theme in Kurt Lewin-led organizational development concepts, as an integral part of the triumvirate of Self, Teams, and Organizations. It is also at the core of all human interactions. The oldest reference to ‘self’ is from the Vedic scriptures, over 5000 years old, especially the Upanishad. These describe the self as energy, as a holographic fragment of the infinite, an eternal and expanding universal creative energy. The interpretation that we, the creations of the universe, are energy beings […]
- [Power of Women](https://blog.coacharya.com/power-of-women/): “To tell a woman everything she cannot do is to tell her what she can.” –Spanish Proverb As women, we are very often “reminded” about what we cannot do. All the ways in which women are “weak” or lesser than men are brought up over and over again. And though there has been a shift in the kind of opportunities and avenues available to women, the inequities still exist and run deep. As women though, we also have a spirit that is undying and a resolve to prove that we can do better, be better and make our voices heard. Would […]
- [Coaching: A Learning Journey](https://blog.coacharya.com/coaching-a-learning-journey/): They say nothing comes easy. And it isn’t all that wrong. But, I’d like to add that if you can learn to enjoy the journey, the challenges become much more enjoyable. What is challenging when you get started to train as a coach? From my experience, it feels like a road that goes uphill and looks exciting until you find a few bumpy turns, and puddles, and then eventually the cool breeze hits you and you enjoy the long winding green roads ahead. What does that mean, you ask? It means that it is as real as it gets – one […]
- [Coaching is for Everyone](https://blog.coacharya.com/coaching-is-for-everyone/): At Coacharaya, we sincerely believe that coaching is for everyone. We constantly refer to coaching as a democratic activity. Many wonder what this is about. Is it about politics? No. Coaching programs are for everyone, for everyone in every situation, everyone in every situation in every system there is, and everyone in every situation in every system there is, along with a self-aware solution, making it a spiritual activity. One may call it the 5 S Coaching structure. Self: The Self is at the center. It is the driving force of the desire to be, to do, and to have something in […]
- [Systemic Team Coaching: What Does it Mean for Organisations?](https://blog.coacharya.com/systemic-team-coaching-in-organizations/): If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together -African Proverb We are perpetually interconnected: to people, systems in place, the environment, and the universe that existed before any one of us came into existence. No matter who we are or what we do, there is an inter-dependability that connects us to others. Sometimes, it’s hard to see or understand this interconnectedness. Nonetheless, it exists and shapes how we show up in our everyday lives. But why am I talking about interconnectedness? Because systemic team coaching revolves around exactly that. In our webinar series […]
- [Coaching the ‘Who’ and ‘What’ of the Client](https://blog.coacharya.com/coaching-the-who-and-what-of-the-client/): “May you recognize in your life the presence, power, and light of your soul. May you realize that you are never alone, that your soul in its brightness and belonging connects you intimately with the rhythm of the universe. May you have respect for your own individuality and difference. ” –John O’Donohue When a client first comes into the coaching session, they come with a specific set of issues or challenges they are facing. We are made up of unique experiences, early contact with the environment, and our interactions with the people around us. All of these, coupled with several other factors […]
- [Experience changes with NLP Coaching!](https://blog.coacharya.com/experience-changes-with-nlp-coaching/): “The quality of your communication shapes the quality of your life. Every cell in your being aligns with what you declare.” ― Niurka For the unversed, NLP or Neuro-Linguistic Programming is a tool that uses different sensory techniques to change a person’s thoughts and actions to achieve the desired outcome. In simpler terms, it enables and empowers us to understand how our brain (neuro) works. NLP processes the words we use (linguistic) and helps us determine how  they can impact our past, present, and future. Do you find that interesting? In this week’s webinar, Master Coaches Cindy Muthukaruppan and Prakash Rao talked about […]
- [Impact of Coaching](https://blog.coacharya.com/impact-of-coaching/): “The interesting thing about coaching is that you have to trouble the comfortable, and comfort the troubled.” Ric Charlesworth A simple search on Google (more recently ChatGPT) will tell you all about the impact of coaching and coaching programs. To name a few, better communication and enhanced awareness, development of collaborative skills, and improved relationships with team members and colleagues. It is well established that the impact of coaching can be seen in how these skills grow. And while these are important in the context of organizations, how coaching drives transformation in individual lives is of utmost relevance. With the spirit of […]
- [Evoking Awareness in a Coaching Session](https://blog.coacharya.com/evoking-awareness-in-a-coaching-session/): When you think of ‘evoking awareness’ what comes to your mind? According to ICF’s core competencies, evoking awareness is defined as facilitating client insight and learning through tools and techniques. In this blog, we will explore what these could look like in a coaching session and how a coach can best leverage the tools of powerful questioning and metaphors to evoke awareness in a client. Before we get into learning how to facilitate this process, let’s pause and ask ourselves why it is so important to evoke awareness. The answer seems pretty simple right? A way to help the client to draw the missing pieces of the […]
- [Hero’s Journey: Webinar Series](https://blog.coacharya.com/heros-journey-webinar-series/): The one who has conquered himself is a far greater hero than he who has defeated a thousand times a thousand men. -Buddha Who is a hero in your eyes? Is it a heroic image of a larger-than-life figure who defeats his enemies and does the unthinkable? Someone who conquers every curveball thrown in their face and never falls? Or perhaps someone who achieves the unachievable and overcomes all challenges. But most of us face life as it comes, live through the pain, and survive the insurmountable. In that sense, aren’t we all heroes of our own journeys? Last week, we […]
- [Coaching for Workspace Wellness](https://blog.coacharya.com/coaching-for-workspace-wellness/): Coaching for Workspace Wellness Coaching for workplace wellness is needed because life is not easy. In fact, life at work is a lot tougher. A spiritual energy healer, who worked with chakra, called the navel energy centre the corporate chakra. This corporate chakra acts up the moment you walk into your office and see your boss. A spouse can have a similar effect too, with more difficult root causes to resolve. It is, therefore, important to address workspace stress and wellness through coaching programs as a way to resolve these root causes. The wise Buddha said that the root cause of […]
- [Coaching Principles](https://blog.coacharya.com/how-to-apply-coaching-principles-to-daily-work-life/): My 24 coaches: 1. Earth, 2. Water, 3. Air, 4. Fire, 5. Sky, 6. Moon, 7. Sun, 8. Pigeon, 9. Python, 10. Ocean, 11. Moth, 12. Bee, 13. Honey-gatherer, 14. Elephant, 15. Deer, 16. Fish, 17. Dancing-girl Pingala, 18. Raven, 19. Child, 20. Maiden, 21.Serpent, 22. An arrow-maker, 23. Spider and 24. Beetle. Dattatreya Upanishad My experience is my coach Paraphrasing Ramana Maharishi At Coacharya, we believe that everyone can coach, and as a coach, can heal and lead, if only we allow them to. Animals are great coaches. Humans lack the awareness to be coached by them. Anyone, even a […]
- [Humble Leadership and Humble Inquiry - Edgar and Peter Schein](https://blog.coacharya.com/humble-leadership-and-humble-inquiry-edgar-and-peter-schein/): Dr. Edgar Schein passed away peacefully last Thursday. I and millions of my friends and colleagues owe a huge sense of gratitude to him. I wanted to pay a tiny tribute by recollecting my learnings. We had the occasion to listen to the master himself about the concepts he founded and crystallized. I am sure that, like me, millions of OB and OD practitioners have found these concepts to be the foundation of understanding these complex topics. The topic was “Humble Leadership and Humble Enquiry” presented by Edgar and Peter Schein. Dr. Edgar Schein and Peter Schein Edgar Schein and his son and partner Peter presented their considered […]
- [How to use the Wheel of Life approach in Coaching?](https://blog.coacharya.com/how-to-use-the-wheel-of-life-approach-in-coaching/): There are as many variations of Wheel of Life coaching configurations. This approach creates awareness of where one is in multiple aspects of one’s life goals, at a point in time in life. Since these factors are based on our values, we need to customize. The concept of the Wheel of life has been around for long. Though commonly attributed to Paul J Meyer, documented evidence exists from Buddha’s teachings on this, and even before, with the Upanishad, in terms of measuring oneself through multiple lenses. Let me take you through the version I use. I started using it much before […]
- [Sustainability is My Responsibility](https://blog.coacharya.com/sustainability-is-my-responsibility/): “The greatest threat to our planet is the belief that someone else will save it.” – Robert Swan There is growing momentum for ‘sustainable leadership’ today. The scorecard of leaders includes markers for conducting business responsibly for a better and equitable world. Our actions impact businesses, society, and the ecosystem in which we operate. In an era where young minds like Greta Thunberg implore world leaders to act on climate change mitigation with a solid plan and sincere actions, we need to be more mindful of how we interact with the environment. Can we be kinder, and less demanding? There is […]
- [Hero’s Journey](https://blog.coacharya.com/heros-journey/): Go to the limits of your longing. Let everything happen to you: beauty and terror. No feeling is final. – Rainer Maria Rilke   Once in a while, you come across stories that have the potential to stay with you forever. A journey of sheer strength, but not without vulnerability–the essential human experience. A journey of resilience and determination to stand up every time you stumble and come back stronger and better. If I were to describe this webinar in one word, it would be ‘inspirational.’ We had the pleasure of listening to Avril Quadros, an Associate Certified Coach, and her Hero’s Journey. […]
- [Power of Coaching](https://blog.coacharya.com/power-of-coaching/): “A good coach can change a game. A great coach can change a life.“                                            – John Wooden What comes to mind when you think of coaching? Is it one word or a flurry of them? When the question was raised in our last webinar of 2022 (how time flies!), I gave a long and deep thought to what coaching is to me. I thought of all the words and emotions coaching has sparked in me. I won’t deny that I also tried thinking of some fancy vocabulary. But the two words that spontaneously came to my mind were – safe space. […]
- [What Business Leaders are Planning for Coaching in 2023](https://blog.coacharya.com/what-business-leaders-are-planning-for-coaching-in-2023/): When the country was hit with the pandemic in 2020, lifestyles and mindsets changed as we experienced the unusual. In the midst of chaos and uncertainty though, life taught us agility and resilience. We were challenged every step of the way with doubts like, “this cannot be done, I don’t know how to do this, I am not enough, I am not the right person, or I have not done this before.” Coacharya recently had a roundtable breakfast meeting in Bangalore for the very first time after the pandemic. Apart from the obvious excitement of meeting people in person after so […]
- [What's In A Ball?](https://blog.coacharya.com/whats-in-a-ball/): What’s in a Ball? One helluva lot, a ginormous lot, if it is Football, in the feet of Messi or Mbappe. Players and spectators wear their emotions on their sleeves. These images from the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup show this well. The first was at the beginning of the World Cup. Iranian players stood silent in protest as their anthem played. They risked their lives. Their protest may not bear fruit immediately, and in time will. The expression was both instinctive as a reaction, and intuitive as a foreteller of the future. We won’t stand for injustice, was the message […]
- [Expand and Release](https://blog.coacharya.com/expand-and-release/): “We should consider every day lost on which we have not danced at least once.”                                      ― Friedrich Wilhelm Nietzsche   In the popular television show Grey’s Anatomy, fictional characters Meredith Grey and Cristina Yang ‘dance it out’ when life weighs them down or there is just too much to deal with. This allows them the space to let loose, relax and release the stress of everyday life. While the TV series did popularize dancing it out, dance movement therapy dates back to the 1940s and is a legitimate form of psychotherapeutic practice. In this week’s webinar, certified dance movement therapy practitioners Mamta […]
- [Reflections 2022 Reframing 2023](https://blog.coacharya.com/reflections-2022-reframing-2023/): Experience, Reflect, Reframe, Practice. If you make this practice a habit, you can shed limiting habits that derail you and re-create a new future for yourself. It’s that simple, yet potent beyond belief. Much of what we do, we imbibed before age 7 from our caregivers. Don’t blame yourself. You have enough other stuff to feel guilty about. Till 7, our mind operates at Theta brain wave level of 4 ~8 Hz. It’s highly influenceable. Our caregivers caution us not to do things and guide us to do things, for our good. Our mind embeds the don’ts, not so much the […]
- [DEI: Coaching to Drive a Culture of Inclusion](https://blog.coacharya.com/dei-coaching-to-drive-a-culture-of-inclusion-sushma/): Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) have become a necessity for most organizations. When implemented well, significant benefits can be seen in business outcomes through better innovation, decision-making, employee engagement, and overall performance.  Most organizations track diversity metrics such as ethnicity, race, disability, veteran status, gender, and age. We are noticing progress in the diversity mix in organizations that follow a strategic and systemic approach to DEI. These include designated leads to promote the initiative, recruitment focus and shared accountability with hiring managers, diverse candidate slate, use of technology to reduce unconscious bias, and rigorous training and tracking of DEI metrics. What […]
- [Eastern Philosophy and Spirituality in Coaching](https://blog.coacharya.com/eastern-philosophy-and-spirituality-in-coaching/): When we think of coaching we often associate it with the west, with the different models and theories that formed the foundation of coaching. But on deeper inspection, we find that all the practices were in some way influenced by the practices of eastern traditions. In this week’s webinar, Komal and Cindy talk about the role of the Ancient philosophies of Daoism, Buddhism etc. play in coaching. They discuss and explore how different competencies align with the ancient teachings and how learning about them, and practising them can help you improve your coaching practice. Learn about: How to use eastern philosophy […]
- [DEI Coaching: Understanding Its Importance](https://blog.coacharya.com/understanding-dei-the-role-of-coaching/): Diversity, or the state of being different, isn’t the same as inclusion. One is a description of what is, while the other describes a style of interaction essential to effective teams and organizations. Bill Crawford We live in a diverse world, no two people are the same, no two thoughts are alike but everything is customized to our liking. Hell, even Google and Instagram align their feed to our likes and preferences. But when living in a world where diversity does not guarantee inclusivity or equal rights, we can no longer take DEI or Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion lightly. It has […]
- [Stop Multitasking or Be a Loser](https://blog.coacharya.com/stop-multitasking-or-be-a-loser/): I used to be a proud multi-tasker. I could eat and read at the same time. I could listen and write at the same time. I could walk and talk at the same time. I still walk and talk on my cell phone at the same time, but only when I walk inside the house where I know how things are placed. I stopped doing this outside after I fell over a twig on an uncemented patch in our local park, nurturing a bruised elbow for 3 weeks. I was lucky not to tear a ligament or need surgery as my […]
- [Thrive in 2023](https://blog.coacharya.com/thrive-in-2023/): “And in our willingness to step into the unknown, the field of all possibilities, we surrender ourselves to the creative mind that orchestrates the dance of the universe.”                                                   – Deepak Chopra New Year’s resolutions never really worked for me. They never went beyond the brand-new diary I bought for writing my goals and all that I planned to achieve in the new year. An exercise that started with hope and excitement would always result in anxiety and self-loathing. Why can’t I work on the goals that I myself set? What am I missing? The answer came to me in this week’s […]
- [Webinar Blog: Diversity Equity and Inclusion](https://blog.coacharya.com/webinar-blog-diversity-equity-and-inclusion/): What comes to your mind when you think about Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion? In this week’s webinar, our panel members Pompi Banerjee, a Life Coach and Queer Affirmative Psychologist, PCC coach Dr. Komal Smriti, and Coacharya CEO Magda Walczak spoke about what comes in the way of people seeing unity. When I think of unity, I think about the societal norms that so often come in their way. I think caste, religion, ethnicity, and gender create divides between people. It could give people a sense of superiority based on the societal perception of what is considered to be more powerful. As […]
- [DEI or DIE?](https://blog.coacharya.com/dei-or-die/): E Pluribus, Unum: Out of many, One -The United States of America’s Motto   “A diverse mix of voices leads to better discussions, decisions, and outcomes for everyone.”   -Sundar Pichai, CEO, Google   I don’t have a clue what Diversity means. -Clarence Thomas, Judge, Supreme Court, USA It was probably a typo in our mailer that acronymed Diversity, Equity Inclusion as DIE instead of the usual DEI. This wasn’t far wrong when one reflects on what Clarence Thomas, sitting US Supreme Court Judge, said a short while ago. One would have thought that a black man of stature and gravitas would […]
- [3 Coaching Frameworks You Can Use in 2024](https://blog.coacharya.com/coaching-frameworks-models/): Everyone struggles with mastering competency skills at the start. Key competencies of coaching are no different from what practise in daily work and life in any purposeful communication. When a client seeks coaching, it’s always to be empowered from a situation that is diminishing the client in negativity, through anger, sadness, helplessness, confusion, insecurity and such others. Don’t look an outcome immediately. Chat a bit to make the client feel a bit better. Ask what brings them to you. As the client speaks, employ the mnemonic LASIE coaching framework, observing and sharing verbal and non-verbal cues to inquire & explore into […]
- [Grief, Loss, and Guilt](https://blog.coacharya.com/grief-loss-and-guilt/): “Only people who are capable of loving strongly can also suffer great sorrow, but this same necessity of loving serves to counteract their grief and heals them.” – Leo Tolstoy I recently lost my grandfather and I remember feeling a pang of intense guilt about something I said. Rationally, it doesn’t make sense for me to feel guilty because right up till the last moment I took care of all his needs. However, this webinar was an eye-opener for me in understanding the relationship between guilt and grief and a realization that what I experienced was completely normal. Guilt associated with […]
- [Grief to Acceptance: How Coaching Empowers Us](https://blog.coacharya.com/grief-to-acceptance-how-coaching-empowers-us/): “The reality is that you will grieve forever. You will not ‘get over’ the loss of a loved one; you will learn to live with it. You will heal and you will rebuild yourself around the loss you have suffered. You will be whole again but you will never be the same. Nor should you be the same nor would you want to.” -Elizabeth Kubler Ross and David Kessler What is Grief? Dr. Colleen Lightbody, MCC coach, neuroscientist, and Coacharya faculty member put it beautifully in this week’s webinar: “If you love, you’ll grieve.” Many people associate grief with the loss […]
- [Mastering Grief Coaching: A Guide to Transformation](https://blog.coacharya.com/using-set-model-in-grief-coaching/): It is a common notion that coaching is not an effective intervention for addressing grief or loss. And it is true that therapy has proven effective to bring clients to acceptance, especially in situations where the cause of grief or sense of loss is not clearly known to the client. In situations where the client knows the cause of their grief or loss, a masterful coach can help the client to resolve the grief and come to acceptance.  Let’s begin with understanding what Grief is. Grief is an emotional response to a loss experienced by an individual. The loss could be […]
- [Coach Training Certification: Your Journey to Excellence](https://blog.coacharya.com/coach-training-certification/): Author – Monika Ahluwalia My sports coach in school used to always say no matter how good you are, there is always a way to be better and this helped me develop a growth mindset from early on. What constitutes growth is different to different people. For me, growth is not about career progression or achieving a target but it is about continuous learning and being better than what I was the day before which is what drew me to pursue coach training. In my experience, most people choose coach training either to change their career path or to get the certification […]
- [Guilt over Grief: Deconstructed](https://blog.coacharya.com/guilt-over-grief-deconstructed/): A number of people have written in and commented on my last blog Grief, Guilt and Acceptance. Some said they faced guilt, some said they faced no guilt upon grief, some said to face the grief and time will heal, and some asked for clarity on a somatic process I referred to in the blog. If you didn’t experience guilt upon grief, or you faced and overcame the grief, congratulate yourself and be happy that you are in acceptance. I have not documented the evidence, but over the years that I have worked with people on grief, about half suffered from guilt. […]
- [Culture Shift in Corporates and Coaching](https://blog.coacharya.com/culture-shift-in-corporates-and-coaching/): How does coaching contribute to cultural shifts in corporate spaces? What are the dynamics of group coaching and how does it give way to co-development? For the Future of Coaching webinar this week, the conversation between Coacharya Founder and MCC Coach Ram S. Ramanathan and Sumanth Nayak, the CHRO for Societe Generale in India, revolved around the value of coaching interventions and how they can bring simple but meaningful changes. Sumanth started with an operations-based role, but later a career conversation created a shift for him and he moved to Human Resources. The Power of Coaching Initiatives Offer a space to […]
- [Grief to Acceptance](https://blog.coacharya.com/grief-to-acceptance/): “Give sorrow words; the grief that does not speak knits up the o-er wrought heart and bids it break.” – William Shakespeare, Macbeth Most people experience grief in life. But it looks different for everyone. Grief strikes unexpectedly and a lot of the time, it can be painful to move through it. Now, how does therapy tackle grief? How do various kinds of therapies navigate denial and lack of awareness about grief? These questions and more were addressed by Emma Brooke, a trained Integrative Psychotherapeutic Counsellor and Life Coach, and Vandana Jakhar, a certified Regression Therapist, and a family constellations facilitator. […]
- [Grief, Guilt and Acceptance](https://blog.coacharya.com/grief-guilt-and-acceptance/): There are many coaches who coach to overcome grief. There are others who coach on happiness. I do not come across many who coach to overcome guilt, or to acceptance. With apologies to Kubler Ross, the 5 stages of grief do not start with denial and anger, at least not in the Eastern mind. The reason we tend to deny a loss, especially of a loved one, is to deny the guilt we feel for causing that loss. I would redefine the stages of grief as Guilt, Denial, Anger, Bargaining, Depression and Acceptance. Until we overcome guilt, there is no acceptance. Many […]
- [Sustainability in the Corporate Space](https://blog.coacharya.com/sustainability-corporates/): To most, Sustainability is an abstract concept linked with Ecology and the environment. However, when we deeply reflect on the word sustainability, it manifests in every aspect of our lives. To get an understanding of what sustainability could mean in the Corporate Space, we interviewed our Alumni, Poornima Kulathu. She’s a Banker, Executive Coach, Corporate Mentor, Public Speaker and an Author. Here are some excerpts from the interview, where Poornima deep dives into what Sustainability means for her personally as well as a Banker What comes to your mind when you think of sustainability? In an ever-changing and shrinking world, sustainability […]
- [Healing Takes Time - Masters in Coaching Webinar](https://blog.coacharya.com/healing-takes-time-masters-in-coaching-webinar/): Although the world is full of suffering, it is also full of the overcoming of it.                                                                                      -Helen Keller When going through an upheaval, when one judges themselves too harshly, what would your voice of compassion say to you? This question was a pivotal moment during the live coaching demo for the Masters in Coaching Webinar this week. We had the opportunity to see MCC Coach Rachel Dungan coach her client through the negative mental chatter that the coachee was experiencing. How does one’s healing journey begin? A calm, collected, and centred conversation – sometimes, that’s all it takes.  What sets apart […]
- [Self-Coaching to Sustainability](https://blog.coacharya.com/self-coaching-to-sustainability/):  ‘Sustainability is no longer about doing less harm. It’s about doing more good.’  – Jochen Zeitz We all go through stress, tension, worry, and anxiety at some point or the other in life. We find ways to overcome these challenges but many of us struggle to find a way forward. In this week’s webinar we explored the power of self-coaching to better understand our challenges, accept them and build a system to take steps towards sustainability. I attended the webinar and I want to use this space to share my learnings and reflections with the hope that you find for yourself […]
- [My Coaching Foundation Journey](https://blog.coacharya.com/my-coaching-foundation-journey/): “For myself, I like a universe that includes much that is unknown and, at the same time, much that is knowable.” – Carl Sagan I started coach training in May and it felt nothing less than like setting out on a grand expedition. I was beyond thrilled to explore the unknown. At the same time, I was pleasantly surprised to turn the ship inward and find parts of myself I’ve not yet discovered. The first quarter of the journey got me thinking, who is a coach? Who are my people? Who am I? What do I want to create? What do […]
- [How Do Coaches Drive A Sustainability Conversation In Leadership?](https://blog.coacharya.com/how-do-coaches-drive-a-sustainability-conversation-in-leadership/): The following article is a reflection on this week’s webinar, “How do coaches drive a sustainability conversation in Leadership.” Please scroll down to watch the recording or listen to it on our podcast. When I think of sustainability the first thing that comes to my mind is that there is a lot of harm that we are causing to our planet – the trees, the animals, and us through the selfish lifestyles that we’re leading. One of the biggest shifts in our lifestyle has been the emergence of a consumerist attitude. In most ways, this has defined the purpose of our […]
- [Complete Guide to Coach Credentialing: Elevate Your Career](https://blog.coacharya.com/complete-guide-to-coach-credentialing/): In the ever-evolving landscape of professional coaching, credentialing has emerged as a crucial differentiator. It’s not just about having a certificate; it’s about demonstrating your commitment to excellence, ethical practice, and continuous growth. Understanding the significance of credentialing can be the key to unlocking new opportunities and elevating your coaching career to unprecedented heights. What is Coach Credentialing? Coach credentialing involves obtaining recognized certifications from reputable coaching organizations. These credentials validate your skills, knowledge, and adherence to professional standards. They serve as a testament to your dedication to the field and your commitment to providing high-quality coaching services. Embarking on Your […]
- [Life Coaching Program: 15 Factors to Consider](https://blog.coacharya.com/life-coaching-program-15-factors/): Why Invest in a Life Coaching Program? Becoming a life coach is a rewarding journey that allows you to positively impact the lives of others. However, the path to becoming an effective life coach is paved with important decisions, chief among them being the choice of a life coaching program. A well-structured program can provide you with the necessary skills, knowledge, and support to become a confident and effective coach. By investing in a quality program, you’re not only investing in your career but also in your personal and professional growth. Understanding what to consider before joining a life coaching program […]
- [Mindfreeness Mastery: 12 Powerful Techniques](https://blog.coacharya.com/mindfreenessmastery_12techniques/): Stress is an ever-present force in our modern lives, silently eroding our well-being and productivity. But what if there was a powerful tool at your disposal, capable of transforming your relationship with stress? Enter mindfreeness – a practice rooted in ancient wisdom yet perfectly suited for our contemporary challenges. Mindfreeness is different from mindfulness. Mindfulness is engaging the mind and senses in what you do. Mindfreenss is disengaging from the mind and senses, while still being aware of what’s going on. At its core, mindfreeness is the practice of being fully present and aware of our thoughts, feelings, bodily sensations, and […]
- [Mastering Demotivation: A Zen Approach](https://blog.coacharya.com/mastering-demotivation-a-zen-approach/): A Slip and a Fall into a New Project Recently, I slipped on a water puddle and fell into a book writing project. Though I am a bibliophile and have idols such as O.V. Vijayan and Kamaladas above MS Dhoni, I did not want to belong to any “class” after I noticed that almost everyone out there on LinkedIn is either an author or an influencer, or both. I readily admit that I am neither. The Allure of Nothingness I did not change my mind as I was getting up, for two reasons. Minor reason: One of the few things I […]
- [AI in Leadership Development: Revolutionizing Executive Growth](https://blog.coacharya.com/ai-in-leadership-development/): In a mere 18 months, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has revolutionized organizations, particularly in leadership development and executive coaching, despite lingering ethical concerns. As AI reshapes industries at breakneck speed, leadership development stands at a pivotal crossroads. From talent acquisition to executive wellness programs, AI promises to transform how we nurture our most valuable asset – our leaders. In this blog, let’s dive deep into the impact of AI on leadership development and executive coaching, separating groundbreaking innovations from mere hype. The AI Conundrum: Empowering Tool or Potential Pitfall? Recent headlines have highlighted AI’s potential pitfalls, raising a critical question: Can we […]
- [5 Red Flags in Coaching: Navigating the Certification Maze](https://blog.coacharya.com/5-red-flags-in-coaching-certification/): In the rapidly growing field of coaching, choosing the right certification program is a crucial step in your journey to becoming a professional coach. However, with the proliferation of coaching programs, it’s easy to make mistakes in the selection process. Understanding what to avoid can help you make a more informed decision and invest your time and money wisely. Let’s explore the key red flags to watch out for when selecting a coaching certification program: 1. Unaccredited Programs One of the most significant red flags is a lack of accreditation from recognized bodies in the coaching industry. What to avoid: Programs […]
- [Systemic Coaching: Stop Team Dysfunction Now](https://blog.coacharya.com/systemic-coaching-stop-team-dysfunction/): Many organizations today struggle with leadership development. Traditional methods like content libraries, one-on-one coaching, and leadership retreats often fail to create lasting change and align individual growth with team and organizational goals. Systemic team coaching offers a promising solution by focusing on both individual leadership skills and team dynamics within the broader organizational context. Let’s explore the benefits, processes, implementation strategies, and considerations of systemic team coaching to help you develop leaders and build high-performing teams. What is Systemic Team Coaching? Systemic team coaching views teams and their leaders as part of a larger system – the organization. This method aims […]
- [Navigating Change: A Desert Compass](https://blog.coacharya.com/navigating-change-a-desert-compass/): The Power of Metaphors in Personal and Organizational Transformation “How big is the top of Mount Everest?” “About the size of a small kitchen table,” he responded. “That is amazing,” I said, “You know when you cross the Sahara Desert, there is no way of knowing where the desert ends. There is no peak, no border, no sign that says, ‘You are now leaving the Sahara Desert – Have a nice Day!'” – From Steve Donahue’s Shifting Sands. Metaphors not only shape our lives but also reveal our inner thoughts and how we communicate with others. They can both liberate and […]
- [Transformation vs. Transaction: The Coaching Evolution](https://blog.coacharya.com/transformation-vs-transaction/): In the realm of coaching, two distinct approaches have emerged: transformational coaching and transactional coaching. Understanding the difference between these two methodologies is crucial for coaches, managers, and organizations aiming to maximize the impact of their coaching efforts. Each approach has its place and can be effective in different situations. Knowing when and how to apply each type of coaching can lead to better outcomes for individuals and organizations. Let’s dive deep into the world of transformational and transactional coaching, exploring their key differences, applications, and impacts. Transactional Coaching Transactional coaching is focused on specific, short-term goals or problems. It emphasizes […]
- [Ikigai Coaching: Finding Your Purpose](https://blog.coacharya.com/ikigai-coaching-finding-your-purpose/): Ikigai, a Japanese concept often misunderstood in the West, offers a profound framework for finding purpose in life. While many people mistakenly associate it with the popular Venn diagram showing intersections of passion, mission, profession, and vocation, the original Japanese understanding of Ikigai is much simpler and carries a lot more depth. In this blog, we’ll explore how coaches can use the authentic Ikigai concept, combined with a core competency approach, to help people discover their life’s purpose. We’ll use practical, real-life examples to illustrate these ideas. Understanding True Ikigai In Japanese, “Ikigai” translates roughly to “a reason for being” or […]
- [Beat Burnout: 20 Neuroscience Hacks for Resilience](https://blog.coacharya.com/20-neuroscience-hacks-for-resilience/): In the quest for effective stress management techniques, neuroscience offers a treasure trove of insights and practical tools. Understanding how our brains respond to stress and leveraging this knowledge can help us develop powerful strategies to build stress resilience and maintain calm in the face of life’s challenges. These aren’t just empty promises. Neuroscience hacks offer concrete, evidence-based strategies to rewire your brain for better stress management and emotional balance. Let’s dive into the neuroscience of stress and explore science-backed methods for building a more resilient brain: 1. Cognitive Reappraisal This stress reduction technique in neuroscience involves changing how you think […]
- [Master the Double Hourglass Model: Transform Your Coaching](https://blog.coacharya.com/master-the-double-hourglass-model/): Coaching conversations can be complex and dynamic, often leaving coaches searching for a structured approach. The Double Hourglass Model (DGH) offers a versatile framework that can guide coaches through even the most challenging sessions. By understanding and applying this model, coaches can create a focused, productive, and transformative coaching experience for their clients. What is the Double Hourglass Model? The Double Hourglass Model is a flexible structure that divides a coaching session into three key phases: Agreement: In this initial phase, the coach and client collaboratively define a clear, achievable goal for the session. This involves breaking down broader concerns into […]
- [4 Reasons Why Systemic Coaching Wins](https://blog.coacharya.com/4-reasons-why-systemic-coaching-wins/): A complicated, laundry list of competencies to learn – that’s how many credentialing agencies present coaching competencies. While they aim to make things simple by breaking them down, this often backfires. Faced with a mountain of competencies, aspiring coaches can feel overwhelmed and confused. But what if there was a different approach? A universal coaching framework applicable to individuals, groups, and even teams? Enter the systemic approach, championed by Coacharya. As Peter Senge aptly states, “Systems thinking is a discipline for seeing wholes… patterns of change rather than static snapshots.” Systemic coaching embodies this philosophy, offering a comprehensive approach that reflects […]
- [Zen for Kaizen: How Meditation Fuels Innovation](https://blog.coacharya.com/zen-for-kaizen/): Google’s Innovation Guru on Mindfulness and Creativity Frederik Pferdt, the first-ever Chief Innovation Evangelist of Google, has recently published a book, “What’s Next Is Now: How to Live Future Ready”. According to him, the book can help anyone live a more meaningful life. It’s highly recommended as a guide to mindfulness and innovation. The Power of Self-Reflection: Finding Innovation in Solitude The book emphasizes the importance of taking breaks regularly, just to be with yourself. It’s not about taking a vacation with family and friends, but rather taking time to be just with yourself. Practicing mindfulness and self-care more frequently is […]
- [Manager-as-Coach: The New Era of Effective Leadership](https://blog.coacharya.com/manager-as-coach-new-era-of-leadership/): In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, the role of managers is undergoing a significant transformation. The traditional command-and-control style of management is giving way to a more collaborative, empowering approach. At the forefront of this shift is the concept of the manager-as-coach. This approach recognizes that to bring out the best in their teams, managers must develop strong coaching skills for effective leadership development. Understanding Managerial Coaching: A Path to Employee Empowerment Coaching in a managerial context involves guiding, supporting, and empowering employees to achieve their best selves. It’s about helping team members develop their skills, overcome challenges, and achieve their […]
- [Gender Equality: Beyond the Binary, Redefining Success](https://blog.coacharya.com/gender-equality-redefining-success/): Gender equality remains a pressing issue, despite significant strides. The concept of “having it all” has sparked intense debate, particularly for women. Mary Ann Slaughter’s article, “Why Women Can’t Have it All,” ignited a firestorm of discussion, with both fervent agreement and vehement opposition. However, a closer look reveals a more nuanced truth about gender equality. Gender Equality and Redefining “Having It All” Slaughter’s title, while provocative, can be misunderstood. Perhaps she wasn’t suggesting women can’t achieve anything, but rather highlighting the challenges they face in achieving a well-rounded life. Similarly, Sheryl Sandberg’s “Lean In” explores the confidence gap that might […]
- [Servant Leadership: Why It Matters Now?](https://blog.coacharya.com/servant-leadership-why-it-matters-now/): Have you ever encountered a leader who prioritizes the well-being of others over their own personal gain? This concept, known as servant leadership, resonates deeply within the ancient Indian scripture, the Bhagavad Gita. This blog delves into Chapter 4, revealing how Krishna’s teachings to Arjuna embody the essence of servant leadership. Krishna: The Divine Mentor and Eternal Guide In this chapter, Krishna gradually reveals his true nature to Arjuna, who sees him primarily as a friend and confidante. Krishna explains their interconnected souls, existing across countless lifetimes. He emphasizes his role as a divine protector, intervening when righteousness weakens and wisdom […]
- [Time Management Mastery: 3 Hacks to Escape the Chaos](https://blog.coacharya.com/time-management-mastery-3-hacks/): Have you ever felt frustrated using a time management system like the 2×2 matrix? You spend all this time plotting tasks, but somehow, efficiency remains elusive. You’re not alone. In my workshops, a staggering 70% of participants admit these methods haven’t revolutionized their time management. Why? It all boils down to the limitations of the traditional matrix, which categorizes tasks based on urgency and importance. Here’s the catch: urgency often stems from a lack of planning. Let’s say your boss throws a task at you that wasn’t on your radar. Suddenly, it becomes “urgent,” even if it’s not inherently important. This […]
- [You've Got This! Finding Your Purpose Starts Within](https://blog.coacharya.com/finding-your-purpose-starts-within/): Finding a passionate purpose is the cornerstone of a fulfilling life. Without it, our goals become scattered, leading to wasted energy and frustration. Whether you’re a young adult navigating the early stages of your career or a seasoned professional feeling unfulfilled, finding your passionate purpose is key to living a life of meaning, one where you look forward to what comes next. Ikigai, Wheel of Life, and Design Your Life are valuable tools, but they’re most effective when fueled by a pre-existing sense of purpose. True, it would be easy if passion was a magic trick. But where’s the fun in […]
- [Stressed? Karma Yoga Might Be Your Answer](https://blog.coacharya.com/stressed-karma-yoga-might-be-your-answer/): The Bhagavad Gita, a foundational text in Hinduism, transcends the boundaries of religious scripture. It delves into profound philosophical questions that resonate with seekers of truth across cultures and traditions. Chapter 3, titled Karma Yoga (The Yoga of Action), stands as a cornerstone of the Gita’s wisdom. It explores the concept of selfless service as the path to true fulfillment, offering a compelling solution to the perennial human struggle between duty and desire. Arjuna’s Dilemma: The Battlefield Within The story unfolds on the precipice of a great war. Arjuna, a valiant warrior prince, is filled with moral qualms about taking up […]
- [Spiritual Intelligence: A Compass for Young Adults in the Digital Age](https://blog.coacharya.com/spiritual-intelligence-a-compass/): In today’s hyper-connected world, young adults face a relentless barrage of information and social comparisons. The curated perfection showcased on social media platforms can create a sense of inadequacy, leading to anxiety, depression, and a constant chase for external validation. But amidst this digital noise, there exists a powerful tool for navigating these challenges and fostering inner well-being: spiritual intelligence (SQ). SQ Transcends Religion: Cultivating Meaning and Purpose Spiritual intelligence is not about subscribing to a specific religious doctrine. It’s a deeper quest for meaning and purpose in life. It equips young adults with the inner strength to navigate the complexities […]
- [Yoga for Leadership: Ancient Wisdom for Modern Challenges](https://blog.coacharya.com/yoga-for-leadership/): Feeling overwhelmed by the constant pressure of leadership? In today’s ever-changing and uncertain world, leaders face countless challenges. But what if you had a toolbox filled with ancient wisdom to help you navigate complexity, find clarity, and even tap into the power of quantum science? You might not have considered it, but Yoga and leadership have a profound connection. Yoga offers the answers that leaders often seek. Let’s dive in and explore how Yoga can transform you into a more effective and centered leader. Yoga: Beyond Physical Fitness Often associated solely with physical postures (asanas), Yoga is a multifaceted philosophy encompassing […]
- [Yoga and the Mind: Tame Your Monkey Mind ](https://blog.coacharya.com/yoga-and-the-mind-tame-your-monkey-mind/): Hey there! Ever wondered what yoga has to say about our busy, restless minds? In this blog, we’ll dive into the fascinating world of Eastern philosophy, especially Yoga, and see how it stacks up against Western views. We’ll break down the five states of mind from Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras and uncover how yoga practices help us find stillness and reach self-realization. The Five Functions of the Mind (Chitta) in Yoga The Yoga Sutras, an ancient Indian text on yoga philosophy, describes the mind (chitta) as having five main functions: Kshipta (Fickle): A scattered and restless state, jumping from thought to thought. […]
- [Detachment: Yoga's Power for Wellbeing](https://blog.coacharya.com/detachment-yogas-power-for-wellbeing/): Yoga, often viewed as a practice of physical postures, offers a deeper dimension: spiritual coaching. Patanjali, the father of yoga philosophy, outlines this path in the Yoga Sutras, a foundational text. A key concept he explores is abhyasa, translated here as dedicated practice, and vairagya, interpreted as detachment. The practice of detachment involves letting go of attachments and desires that bind us to the material world. Practice Makes Progress: Rewiring the Mind-Body Connection Patanjali emphasizes the importance of steadfast practice towards a desired goal. This practice must be consistent and focused, akin to the concept of neuroplasticity in modern neuroscience. Just […]
- [Ego's Grip: Why Your Emotions Control You](https://blog.coacharya.com/egos-grip-why-emotions-control-you/): As humans sharing the same planet and breathing the same air, we experience such a vast spectrum of emotions. From the elation of a personal triumph to the crushing despair of loss, our individual responses to life’s experiences can be vastly different. Have you ever wondered why? What is the relationship between ego and emotions that leads us to these experiences? Let’s delve into the ancient yogic concept of the ego and how it shapes our perception of pleasure, pain, fear, and greed. The Veil of the Ego: Unmasking the Source of Our Experience Yoga philosophy posits the existence of an […]
- [Holistic Wellness: Yoga and Patanjali's Path to Self ](https://blog.coacharya.com/holistic-wellness-yoga-patanjali-self/): The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali explore his insights on overcoming obstacles and achieving Self-Realization through a holistic approach to well-being. A wealth of evergreen information, it contains the nuances of focus versus concentration, cultivating emotional intelligence, and understanding the power of mindful practices for a life brimming with spiritual intelligence and holistic wellness. From Focus to Flow: Cultivating Clarity in Yoga Practice Patanjali differentiates between focus and concentration in the context of yoga. Concentration often involves strain and effort, potentially leading to headaches. Focus, on the other hand, is a state of relaxed and fluid attention. In yoga, we cultivate single-pointed […]
- [Can't Focus? Gamma Meditation Might Be the Answer](https://blog.coacharya.com/cant-focus-gamma-meditation-the-answer/): For centuries, meditation has been praised for its ability to cultivate inner peace and manage stress. However, recent scientific breakthroughs unveil a deeper potential – gamma meditation, a practice linked to heightened awareness and the development of spiritual intelligence. This blog delves into the science behind gamma meditation, how it differentiates itself from traditional meditation techniques, and the profound benefits it can bring to your life and work through spiritual coaching. Understanding Brainwaves and Meditation Our brains generate electrical impulses measured as brainwaves, categorized by their frequency (Hz). In our waking state, we typically function in the beta wave range (12-20 […]
- [Self-Love Before Anything Else: A 3-Step Healing Process](https://blog.coacharya.com/self-love-before-anything-else/): Do you ever look in the mirror and struggle to say “I love myself?” You’re not alone. Many people experience a nagging sense of inadequacy, shame, or a general lack of self-esteem. In this scenario, achieving self-love can feel like a distant dream for many. This experience often stems from past experiences, traumas, or negative self-talk that build up over time. Let’s explore a powerful 3-step healing process based on Chakra principles to help you cultivate self-love, overcome these challenges, and embark on a journey of lasting positive change. Understanding the Self-Love Deficit The concept of self-love is often thrown around […]
- [Ignite Your Life Purpose: Find Your Passion and Thrive ](https://blog.coacharya.com/ignite-your-life-purpose/): The Power Within The saying goes, “The spirit is indeed willing, but the flesh is weak” [Bible, Matthew 26:41]. This highlights the potential for our inner spirit to be strong and focused, while our physical and mental aspects can struggle to keep pace. To bridge this gap and achieve seemingly impossible life purposes, we need to harness the spirit’s energy to empower our minds and bodies. The Strength of the Flesh Shifting focus, let’s delve into the realm of the physical. We’ll temporarily set aside questions of good or bad intentions behind our purpose. Nature operates on a principle of creation […]
- [Healing From Invalidation: Reclaim Your Worth](https://blog.coacharya.com/healing-from-invalidation/): In today’s world, invalidation has become a pervasive issue affecting people of all ages and backgrounds. This feeling of being misunderstood, unheard, or belittled can have a profound impact on our mental and emotional well-being. Understanding Invalidation Many clients I encounter as a coach struggle with issues stemming from invalidation. This can manifest as insecurity, low self-esteem, or limiting beliefs. At its core, invalidation is a sense of being discredited, disliked, and disempowered. The Impact of Invalidation Chronic invalidation can lead to a cascade of negative consequences, including: Loneliness and depression Suicidal thoughts Substance abuse Broken relationships Identity crises These negative […]
- [Escape Stress with Mindfree Meditation](https://blog.coacharya.com/escape-stress-with-mindfree-meditation/): In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, finding moments of true tranquility can seem almost impossible. Yet, it is within these very moments of stillness that we can discover the depths of our own being. Welcome to Mindfree Meditation, a practice that seamlessly blends ancient wisdom from both Buddhist and Yogic traditions. Mindfree meditation guides you towards a state of serene, mindfree awareness. Mindfree Meditation is a harmonious fusion of Vipassana (Buddhist insight meditation) and Yoga Nidra (yogic sleep), designed to help you transcend the constant chatter of the mind. This unique approach paves the way for deep relaxation […]
- [How Systemic Coaching Creates Lasting Change](https://blog.coacharya.com/systemic-coaching-creates-lasting-change/): Empowering coaching goes beyond equipping clients with skills. It is about facilitating self-awareness and the ability to achieve lasting change, even beyond the coaching relationship. Traditional coaching approaches often focus solely on the individual, neglecting the broader context that influences a client’s goals. This can leave clients feeling stuck, as their desired outcomes are rarely achieved in a vacuum. Their support system, colleagues, and life circumstances all play a role. Systemic coaching bridges this gap by acknowledging these external influences. By taking a broader perspective with a systemic coaching approach, coaches can empower clients to create sustainable change that ripples outwards, […]
- [Reimagine Learning: Education Reform for the 21st Century](https://blog.coacharya.com/reimagine-learning-education-reform/): Is the current education system failing to prepare our youth for the future? A few years back, this question lingered in my mind after a conversation at a prestigious university with professors whose focus seemed to be research and publications, not necessarily student success. It highlighted a crucial aspect of the education reform discussion: where are the students in all of this? This experience, coupled with another concerning interaction at a business school, sparked a deeper introspection about the state of education reform today. Are we truly equipping our youth with the skills they need to thrive in the 21st century? […]
- [5 Hacks for Coaching and Inspiring Your Team](https://blog.coacharya.com/5-hacks-coaching-inspiring-your-team/): Martin Luther King Jr.’s iconic “I Have a Dream” speech was not only a powerful moment in history but also a timeless example of inspirational leadership communication. Although leading millions may not be part of your daily reality, effective communication and coaching are essential for leaders at all levels. Great leaders don’t just assign tasks; they coach their teams to achieve their full potential. In today’s collaborative work environment, leaders who can inspire and motivate their teams are more crucial than ever. This blog explores five key elements that will transform you from a good manager into an inspirational leader through […]
- [Lost and Longing? Find Your Path to Spiritual Awakening](https://blog.coacharya.com/lost-longing-find-path-to-spiritual-awakening/): Have you ever wondered what lies beyond your thoughts and feelings? This journey of self-discovery is about cultivating a deeper spiritual awakening, a process that involves exploring different levels of awareness and moving from emotions to a more profound connection with your inner self and the world around you. Let’s explore this in detail: Mindfulness: A Starting Point to Spiritual Awakening Mindfulness practices, popularized by Thich Nhat Hahn and Jon Kabat-Zinn, help us become aware of our present-moment experiences that form the foundation of spiritual awakening. It’s a great first step for those unfamiliar with introspection. However, traditional Buddhist teachings emphasize […]
- [Empower Your Inner Healer: Self-Coaching for Holistic Wellness](https://blog.coacharya.com/empower-your-inner-healer/): “A wise man ought to realize that health is his most valuable possession. The natural force within each of us is the greatest healer of all.” – Hippocrates Hippocrates, the father of medicine, believed health is our greatest treasure. He even emphasized the power of self-healing through natural forces within us. This philosophy aligns with ancient wisdom from the Vedic Upanishads (over 5,000 years old!). This wisdom, now supported by Quantum Science, suggests we are energy beings with physical bodies. Just like physical matter needs repair, our energy has a natural ability to heal itself. This core principle underlies many ancient […]
- [Should You Be a Career Surfer? Finding Happiness Through Commitment, Relationships, and Purpose](https://blog.coacharya.com/should-you-be-a-career-surfer/): The Changing Landscape of Work Traditionally, careers were meant to be long-term commitments. However, the modern work environment is much more fluid, with people changing jobs more frequently. This begs the question: is career surfing beneficial or detrimental? My Journey: Lessons Learned As someone who changed jobs four times over 30 years, I can offer valuable insights. Two of these changes were highly positive, propelling me forward in my career. However, one could have been avoided, and the last one led me towards entrepreneurship. With a good career coach, I believe my path could have been smoother and just as successful. […]
- [The Magic of Coaching: How Spirituality Makes You a Better Coach (and Person!)](https://blog.coacharya.com/the-magic-of-coaching-spirituality/): Do you feel like there’s a deeper dimension to coaching you haven’t tapped into yet? What if we told you it could be a journey of self-discovery, for both you and your clients? In Coacharya’s recent webinar on “How Spirituality Fits into Coaching?” author, speaker, and executive coach Dr. Srikumar Rao shed light on this powerful connection. “True joy is not found in seeking it, but in realizing it has always been there.”  – Eckhart Tolle What is Spirituality in Coaching, Anyway? Dr. Srikumar Rao doesn’t see spirituality as some separate thing you add to coaching. He believes coaching itself is […]
- [Embedding Happiness and Respect in the Workplace: The Missing Piece in HRD](https://blog.coacharya.com/happiness-respect-workplace/): “You will never be happy if you continue to search for what happiness consists of. You will never live if you are looking for the meaning of life.” ― Albert Camus Human Resources Development (HRD) and Happiness: Restoring the Connection Did you know that Human Resource Development (HRD) and happiness correlate? Employee happiness can often fall by the wayside in today’s fast-paced work environment. But Dr. T.V. Rao, a pioneer in HRD in India, argues that happiness was the original driving force behind the field, not just profits or efficiency. In a candid conversation with Coachaya Board Member and Master Coach […]
- [Finding Your Light: How Spirituality Can Help Young Adults Shine](https://blog.coacharya.com/finding-your-light/): “If you suddenly and unexpectedly feel joy, don’t hesitate. Give in to it. There are plenty of lives and whole towns destroyed or about to be. We are not wise, and not very often kind. And much can never be redeemed. Still life has some possibility left. Perhaps this is its way of fighting back, that sometimes something happened better than all the riches or power in the world. It could be anything, but very likely you notice it in the instant when love begins. Anyway, that’s often the case. Anyway, whatever it is, don’t be afraid of its plenty. Joy […]
- [How Spirituality and Quantum Physics Can Transform Your Leadership](https://blog.coacharya.com/spirituality-quantum-physics-leadership/): “Life is strong and fragile. It’s a paradox… It’s both things, like quantum physics: It’s a particle and a wave at the same time. It all exists all together.” – Joan Jett Leadership development, spiritual intelligence (SQ), and the world of quantum physics shrouded in mystery… How are these three related? These seemingly disparate concepts were brought together in a fascinating way during Coacharya’s recent International Coaching Week 2024 (ICW) webinar featuring Prof. Danah Zohar. In conversation with Coacharya co-founder and Master Coach Ram Ramanathan, Prof. Danah shed light on how quantum physics bears lessons for the management world and how […]
- [Beyond Achievements: Finding Fulfillment in Leadership](https://blog.coacharya.com/beyond-achievements/): “Happiness is a butterfly, which when pursued, is always just beyond your grasp, but which, if you sit quietly, may alight upon you.” – Nathaniel Hawthorne Have you ever felt like no matter how much you achieve, true happiness remains just out of reach? You’re not alone! Unlike a destination to be constantly achieved, true happiness is a state of being. All this and so much more was highlighted in Coacharya’s fascinating webinar Leadership through Spiritual Intelligence. In the spirit t of the International Coaching Week 2024, Leadership through Spiritual Intelligence saw a fun and interactive dialogue between Pranav Ramanathan, CEO […]
- [Finding Your Yellow Door: How Spirituality Can Guide You to Unexpected Fulfilment](https://blog.coacharya.com/finding-your-yellow-door/): “Some people awaken spiritually without ever coming into contact with any meditation technique or any spiritual teaching. They may awaken simply because they can’t stand the suffering anymore.” – Eckhart Tolle Have you ever set your sights on a goal (the red door) and poured your heart into achieving it, only to hit a dead end? It can be frustrating, but what if that obstacle was actually a redirection? A redirection to something greater, a spiritual growth, you didn’t see coming. In case you’re wondering what my point is, Dr. Lisa Miller, our first guest speaker for Coacharya’s International Coaching Week […]
- [How to Coach for Sensory Awareness: Heal Trauma and Empower Clients](https://blog.coacharya.com/how-to-coach-for-sensory-awareness/): “Senses bring the food for our actions.” -Upanishad Uncover the Power of Sensory Awareness Coaching The ancient wisdom of Vedic science meets modern neuroscience in this powerful coaching technique: Sensory Awareness Coaching. Our senses are the foundation of how we experience the world. Everything we think, feel and do is a response to sensory information. Understanding Sensory Processing The Science Behind Sensory Data: Neuroscience tells us our senses are constantly bombarded with information. This sensory data is filtered and processed by the brain, influencing our emotions and thoughts. Sensory Data: The Purest Form of Information: According to Vedic philosophy, sensory data […]
- [Meditation for Coaches: A Guide to Unlocking Awareness and Potential](https://blog.coacharya.com/meditation-for-coaches/): “Creating awareness in the client is the most important objective of a coach, and this requires the coach to be aware.” – Carl Rogers (Paraphrased) Introduction In the world of coaching, creating awareness in your clients is paramount. But what about the coach themself? This is where the practice of meditation comes in. Let’s explore the practice of meditation and its profound impact on a coach’s ability to guide clients toward their goals. A History of Meditation: From Ancient Practices to Modern Applications Meditation is a practice that transcends cultures and time. Throughout history, individuals have sought to understand themself and […]
- [NLP Coaching: Everything You Need to Know](https://blog.coacharya.com/nlp-coaching-everything-you-need-to-know/): “Your brain is a dynamo of electrical power waiting to be unleashed. Learn to control this power and you can achieve anything.”  – Richard Bandler NLP Coaching Have you ever wondered how some coaches seem to have a magic touch? They can help people see their hidden potential and achieve amazing things. Well, there might not be actual magic involved, but there could be something called Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) coaching. What is NLP coaching, though? It’s basically a toolbox filled with techniques that help you understand yourself and others better. It can be a powerful tool for anyone interested in personal […]
- [Is the Education System Failing Gen Z? Here's How We Can Fix It ](https://blog.coacharya.com/is-the-education-system-failing-gen-z/): Are B-Schools Obsolete for Today’s Youth? Many believe the “baby boomer” generation created a system prioritizing money and prestige over purpose and experience. This raises a question: are Business Schools (B-Schools) and traditional education still relevant for Gen Z? Gen Z: Different Priorities, Different Needs Gen Z, raised on technology and social connection, prioritizes purpose and experiences over possessions and titles. They value collaboration, question authority, and crave work that makes a positive impact. Their learning styles are also unique, leaning towards interactive, visual, and technology-based methods. Millennials shared some of these preferences but were held back by past generations’ influence. […]
- [Discerning Needs vs. Wants: The Leader's Guide to Sustainable Success](https://blog.coacharya.com/discerning-needs-vs-wants-the-leaders-guide/): The Engaged Leader: Beyond Wants, Lies True Potential In today’s fast-paced world, leaders are bombarded with demands and distractions. But true leadership goes beyond simply getting things done. Effective leaders cultivate self-awareness and emotional intelligence, enabling them to discern between needs and wants. This discernment, as described in the ancient Indian philosophy of Vedanta, is key to achieving sustainable success for both themselves and their teams. The Illusion of Perception: A Leader’s Curveball The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali highlight the concept of Maya, the illusion created by our limited perception. We often mistake wants for needs, leading to a cycle of […]
- [Building Institutions of the Future: The Intersection of Spirituality and Coaching (ICW 2024)](https://blog.coacharya.com/building-institutions-of-the-future/): People leaders, coaches, and HR professionals likely know Dr. T.V. Rao, a pioneer in India’s Human Resource Development (HRD) field. Dr. Rao is passionate about nurturing people, organizations, and institutions. He emphasizes the critical need for “institutions of the future” in our society. International Coaching Week (ICW 2024) serves as a timely backdrop to explore Dr. Rao’s vision for building these future institutions, which hinges on developing a specific kind of leader: the institutional builder. Who are Institutional Builders? Dr. Rao seeks to understand how we can cultivate institutional builders. These individuals and groups share a core characteristic: they are centered […]
- [How Coaching Can Deepen Your Spiritual Journey: Insights from Dr. Srikumar Rao (International Coaching Week 2024)](https://blog.coacharya.com/how-coaching-can-deepen-your-spiritual-journey/): A man will find that as he alters his thoughts towards things and other people, things and other people will alter towards him. –Dr. Srikumar Rao Have you ever wondered how coaching can fit into your spiritual growth? In the spirit of International Coaching Week 2024 (ICW 2024), we delve into this topic with a renowned expert, Dr. Srikumar Rao. Dr. Rao is the founder of The Rao Institute, known for its transformative course “Creativity and Personal Mastery.” This course taught at prestigious business schools like Columbia and Berkeley, aims to ignite spiritual awakening in students and participants of his rare […]
- [The Power of Words: Shaping Your Experience Through Language](https://blog.coacharya.com/the-power-of-words/): What if we told you the word you choose to define your process holds the power to shape your actions towards it? Imagine this: you’re facing a hurdle in your life. When someone asks how you’re doing, what’s your first response? Do you say you have a “problem,” or do you call it a “challenge”? Take a moment to feel the difference in your mind and body. “Challenge” feels empowering, doesn’t it? This is the essence of what Prakash explored in our last Unpack the Unconscious session. He shed light on the power of language, not just the words themselves, but […]
- [Can Coaching Help Gen Z from Breaking?](https://blog.coacharya.com/can-coaching-help-gen-z-from-breaking/): “Post-millennials kept asking me and it was totally surprising to me that the question was, how do I make friends? I never heard that question before on a campus of 50,000 people. Why are you asking me the old man on the corner of Campus how to make friends, just walk outside your dorm room and talk to 50,000 people from all over the world…at that point I began to realize that really underneath what I was seeing, the depression, the anxiety, the suicidality was an epidemic of loneliness our students were really lonely in the age of social media. They […]
- [How to Awaken The Coach's Brain?](https://blog.coacharya.com/how-to-awaken-the-coachs-brain/): “A person’s degree of spirituality is determined 29 percent by heredity, and 71 percent by environment. Our spirituality is substantially—roughly two-thirds—a factor of how we’re raised, the company we keep, the things we do to build the muscle. But still a significant degree of our capacity to experience the sacred and transcendent—one-third—is inscribed in our genetic code, as innate as our eye color or fingerprints. This emphasizes the interplay between nature and nurture in shaping our spiritual inclinations.” The Awakened Brain, Dr Lisa Miller The International Coaching Week 2024 is perhaps as good (or better) a time as any to explore how […]
- [What Got You to be VP Won't Get You to be CEO!](https://blog.coacharya.com/what-got-you-to-be-vp-wont-get-you-to-be-ceo/): “The great Western disease is, I’ll be happy when… When I get the money. When I get a BMW. When I get this job. When I get the relationship. Well, the reality is, you never get to when. The only way to find happiness is to understand that happiness is not out there. It’s in here. And happiness is not next week. It’s now.” “After living with their dysfunctional behavior for so many years, people become invested in defending their dysfunctions rather than changing them.” “It is a whole lot easier to see our problems in others than it is to […]
- [Is Quantum Spiritual Management the Future?](https://blog.coacharya.com/is-quantum-spiritual-management-the-future/): “High Spiritual Quotient demands the most intense personal integrity. It demands that we stand open to experience, that we recapture our ability to see life and others afresh, as though through the eyes of a child, to learn how to tap into our intuition and visualization, as a powerful means of using our inner knowing to ‘make a difference.’ It demands that we live the questions rather than the answers.” Danah Zohar What makes a truly great leader? Unlike old times, it is more than just giving orders and expecting results. “Seeing through the eyes of the child” signifies the perception […]
- [Feeling Scattered? Discover Dharana for Laser Focus, Inner Peace, and a Deeper Connection](https://blog.coacharya.com/awareness-through-yoga-dharana/): Do you ever feel like your mind is a million miles an hour, constantly bombarded by distractions? You’re not alone. In our fast-paced world, staying present and focused can be a real challenge. But what if there was an ancient practice that could help you cultivate unwavering focus, inner peace, and a deeper connection with yourself and the world around you? Enter Dharana, the sixth limb of yoga. Coacharya’s insightful webinar this week with Ram Ramanathan, MCC and Ujjaval Buch, MCC, explored the transformative power of Dharana, revealing how it can help you find a whole new level of awareness in […]
- [Spiritual Coaching: The Secret Weapon Against Adversity](https://blog.coacharya.com/spiritual-coaching-the-secret-weapon-against-adversity/): Recently, I met with a group of Coacharya alumni in Singapore, some of whom I’d personally trained in spiritual coaching and self-coaching. Their shared experiences and spiritual intelligence during our conversation were truly inspiring. Overcoming Adversity Through Spiritual Coaching These individuals had faced significant challenges – health issues, career upheavals, personal struggles, and stressful work transitions. Yet, what stood out was their remarkable self-awareness and resilience. Interestingly, they attributed this strength not to popular self-help books, but to the power of spiritual coaching. Several alumni elaborated on the impact of Coacharya’s emphasis on self-coaching, systemic coaching, and spiritual coaching. These pillars, […]
- [How To Become A Coach in 2024: Complete Career Path](https://blog.coacharya.com/how-to-become-a-coach-in-2024-complete-career-path/): Why Become a Coach? The coaching profession is booming, projected to be future-proof against AI. According to the International Coaching Federation (ICF), the industry boasts over $6 billion in revenue with a 17% growth rate and over 100,000 coaches globally. When you consider leadership development, where coaches play a vital role as trainers, mentors, and consultants, the numbers jump to a staggering $80 billion with a 10% growth rate. Coaching is also an exclusive field, requiring specific skills and knowledge you can acquire through programs like Coacharya’s. A successful executive leadership coach can earn around $100,000/year while working part-time from home. […]
- [Learning with AI: Gen Z's Guide to Wellness](https://blog.coacharya.com/learning-with-ai-gen-zs-guide-to-wellness/): Don’t stress yourself struggling to learn. Prompt AI bot. Ask for source links. Verify and apply. – Gen Z Maxim The Rise of the Digital Natives: Gen Z & Gen Alpha Baby boomers grew up with landlines, our parents saw the rise of computers, and Gen Z, the smartphone generation, grew up with apps and coding. The next generation, Gen Alpha, will be even more tech-savvy. But with all this technology, how can they stay well-rounded and happy? An emphasis on holistic wellness, and cognitive, emotional, sensory, and spiritual happiness is needed, now more than ever. In what ways would this […]
- [Is Your Spirit Awake? Cultivating Spiritual Intelligence for Mental Wellness](https://blog.coacharya.com/is-your-spirit-awake-cultivating-spiritual-intelligence-for-mental-wellness/): Quantum physics equates matter with energy, a concept echoed by the ancient Vedic Upanishads. This connection between mind and body forms the foundation of spiritual intelligence, a concept gaining traction alongside traditional science in the quest for mental well-being. Bridging the Gap Between Science and Spirituality Many scientific theories rely on correlation, not definitive cause and effect. However, the benefits of Chakra meditation, a practice aimed at balancing energy flow within the body, can be experienced firsthand. Meditation has been shown to release neurochemicals like cortisol, oxytocin, dopamine, and serotonin, leading to reduced stress, increased self-love, and enhanced creativity. The Need […]
- [How Well Do We Spend Our Time On Wellness?](https://blog.coacharya.com/how-well-do-we-spend-our-time-on-wellness/): In today’s endless loop of work, sleep, and repeat, where do happiness and wellness stand? Do you feel stuck in the constant grind? Well, you’re not alone. Millions of people around the world, from farmers to techies, struggle to find a healthy balance between work and personal life. But what if there was a way to find more meaning and fulfillment in your daily routine, even amidst a busy schedule? This is where the concept of spiritual intelligence comes in. The Global Grind: A Day in the Life (Across the World) I asked an AI tool to analyze the daily routines […]
- [Conquering the Fear of Death: A Spiritual Journey to Wholeness](https://blog.coacharya.com/conquering-the-fear-of-death-a-spiritual-journey-to-wholeness/): The all-knowing Self was never born, nor will it die. Beyond cause and effect, this Self is eternal and immutable. When the body dies, the Self does not die. – Katha Upanishad Like a person doffs worn-out garments and dons new ones, the energy Self sheds its wasted body and takes on a new one. – Gita 2.22 Death is not to be feared by one who has lived wisely. – Buddha Most people fear death. Instead of being present in the moment, we are always fearful of the inevitable. But what does death look like from a spiritual perspective? Conquering […]
- [Understanding Your True Self: Exploring Ego and Inner Being Through Vedic and Freudian Lenses](https://blog.coacharya.com/understanding-your-true-self/): What does being comfortable with our inner being mean, and how can we get to that state? Delving deep into concepts from Vedic philosophy and Freudian psychoanalysis, our recent Thought Leadership session on “Seeking The Internal Coach” threw light on the journey to self-awareness and spiritual fulfillment. To truly connect with our inner being, we must first embrace our true self. This entails plumbing the depths of our ego, which comprises four key components: the Mind, Intellect, Pure Consciousness, and Ego. Unmasking the Ego: Decoding Your Sense of Self In Vedic philosophy, the concept of “ego,” or “Ahamkara,” is expanded as […]
- [AI as an Intelligent Partner in Coaching](https://blog.coacharya.com/ai-as-an-intelligent-partner-in-coaching/): How can Artificial Intelligence (AI) be a partner in coaching? Many people worry that AI is coming to take over the coaching industry. But what if AI could actually be a valuable partner in coaching? Can AI Replace Human Coaches? An AI’s Honest Answer The subject of this week’s webinar, led by Master Coaches Cindy Muthukarapan and Ram Ramanathan, and Doctoral Scholar Shesh Vasudevamurthy, explored the question of whether AI can replace human coaches. Curious to get an AI’s perspective, I decided to ask an AI model itself how it could be leveraged as a coaching tool. Here’s what it had […]
- [Wellness in Leadership: 3 Essentials for Executives](https://blog.coacharya.com/wellness-in-leadership-3-essentials-for-executives/): “Leadership excellence is not about being in charge, it’s about taking care of the people in your charge.” – Simon Sinek Executive Wellness has finally been recognized as the most important challenge in determining sustained leadership excellence in work and life. But what is executive wellness? For clarity’s sake, imagine yourself as a high-powered car. To perform at your best, you need three things: top-notch fuel (physical wellness), smooth handling (emotional wellness), and a well-maintained engine (systemic wellness). Believe it or not, it is as simple as that. Let’s delve into these three pillars of executive wellness together. I’ll guide you […]
- [To be a Master Coach, be a Spiritual Coach](https://blog.coacharya.com/to-be-a-master-coach-be-a-spiritual-coach/): As a child, not knowing, I saw a mountain as a mountain, just the way it is. As I gained knowledge, I started seeing it from geology, physics, chemistry, and many other irrelevant things. Now, not knowing, and wanting to know only the Truth, I see the mountain again as the mountain. – Paraphrasing a 100-year-old Zen master, who says he knows nothing Letting Go and Finding Your True Self: The Power of Spiritual Intelligence Ever wondered about a child’s innocence? Their minds open to all possibilities and their boundless curiosity? This inherent spiritual intelligence holds the key to mastery in […]
- [Find Meaning and Growth: Discover Spiritual Coaching](https://blog.coacharya.com/find-meaning-growth-discover-spiritual-coaching/): In a world yearning for meaning and deeper connection, traditional cognitive coaching finds itself challenged by the emergence of AI. However, this doesn’t spell its demise but rather presents an opportunity for evolution. While AI excels at delivering knowledge and skills, it often lacks the empathy and intuitive understanding inherent in human connection, which are crucial aspects of spiritual coaching. This spiritual coaching approach delves deeper, exploring existential questions, fostering purpose, and cultivating inner peace and growth. The future of coaching may lie in a synergy between technology and human empathy, with spiritual coaching playing a vital role in addressing the […]
- [The Strategic Edge of Executive Coaching Certification](https://blog.coacharya.com/the-strategic-edge-of-executive-coaching-certification/): In the competitive arena of business leadership, securing an executive coaching certification is akin to arming oneself with a secret weapon. This certification isn’t just a testament to one’s commitment to excellence; it’s a transformative journey that equips leaders with the nuanced skills required to navigate the complexities of modern corporate landscapes. It’s about sharpening one’s ability to inspire, influence, and innovate at the highest levels of management. Delving into the world of executive coaching certification opens up a realm of possibilities for aspiring leaders and seasoned executives alike. Whether it’s about mastering the art of strategic decision-making, enhancing team performance, […]
- [The Impact of Executive Function Coaching: From Chaos to Clarity](https://blog.coacharya.com/executive-function-coaching/): In a world increasingly characterized by complexity and the need for adaptability, executive function coaching emerges as a transformative journey from chaos to clarity. Executive functions are the cognitive processes that enable individuals to plan, focus attention, remember instructions, and juggle multiple tasks successfully. These skills are fundamental not just for academic success, but for thriving in everyday life and the workplace. EF coaching is not merely an educational tool; it’s a life-changing intervention that empowers individuals to harness their innate abilities, streamline their processes, and navigate challenges with resilience and strategic insight. At Coacharya, the spotlight on executive function coaching […]
- [The Magic of Choice: Navigating Our Unique Maps of Reality](https://blog.coacharya.com/the-magic-of-choice-navigating-our-unique-maps-of-reality/): Expand Your Reality: How Your Perception Shapes Your Choices Have you ever wondered why two people can experience the same event so differently? The answer lies in the fundamental truth that no two human beings will ever have the exact same experience. This is because our experiences are shaped by our own unique “map of the world,” a complex internal construct built from our individual perceptions, beliefs, and interpretations. In this month’s Thought Leadership session on “The Magic of Choice,” Prakash Rao, MCC, delved into the fascinating realm of human experience, exploring the various constraints that influence how we perceive and […]
- [How to Coach Leaders Systemically to Excellence?](https://blog.coacharya.com/how-to-coach-leaders-systemically-to-excellence/): Company cultures are like country cultures. Never try to change one. Try, instead, to work with what you’ve got. Peter Drucker Should you find yourself in a chronically leaking boat, energy devoted to changing vessels is likely to be more productive than energy devoted to patching leaks. Warren Buffet   Leadership Excellence and Change Imagine two ship captains navigating storms. While one patches leaks on a steady vessel, the other seeks a new ship altogether. Which one’s right? This age-old debate reflects the contrasting views of leadership gurus Peter Drucker and Warren Buffett. While Drucker emphasized stability, Buffett championed adaptation. But […]
- [Mastering the Art of Leadership: Essential Coaching Skills for Today's Leaders](https://blog.coacharya.com/mastering-the-art-of-leadership-essential-coaching-skills-for-todays-leaders/): Meet Sarah, a leader renowned for her strategic thinking and impressive achievements in her industry. Despite her success, Sarah often felt a disconnect with her team. They were efficient and met their goals, but the deeper sense of unity and innovation was missing. The turning point came during a leadership retreat, where a workshop on coaching skills opened Sarah’s eyes to a new realm of leadership possibilities. This workshop was more than an eye-opener; it was the beginning of Sarah’s transformation. She realized that within her was not just a manager driving results but a coach capable of inspiring growth and […]
- [Questioning the Core: Is Coaching More Than Just Goals?](https://blog.coacharya.com/questioning-the-core-is-coaching-more-than-just-goals/): “Goals are just the surface; the real coaching journey dives much deeper.” This bold statement challenges the traditional focus of coaching, pushing the boundaries towards a more holistic approach. It’s not merely about what clients aim to achieve; it’s about uncovering the layers of their identity – the ‘Who’, which often holds the key to their true aspirations and challenges. This perspective turns the conventional coaching approach on its head, suggesting that the path to achieving goals is intricately linked with understanding the client’s deeper self. In the following exploration, readers will be guided through the transformative power of holistic coaching, […]
- [Executive vs Leadership Coaching : Debunking Myths](https://blog.coacharya.com/executive-coaching-vs-leadership-coaching/): “Leadership and learning are indispensable to each other.” – John F. Kennedy. At the intersection of career advancement and personal growth, a pivotal decision awaits: choosing between Executive Coaching and Leadership Coaching. This blog illuminates the path, guiding readers through the distinct nuances of each coaching style. In today’s world, where the art of leadership is constantly evolving, grasping these differences is not just advantageous – it’s imperative. Embark on this journey of discovery, where a wealth of insights awaits to help you master the complex terrain of modern leadership coaching. Understanding Executive Coaching Executive Coaching vs Leadership Coaching – two […]
- [Behind Closed Doors: The Hidden Ethical Battles in Leadership and Coaching](https://blog.coacharya.com/behind-closed-doors-the-hidden-ethical-battles-in-leadership-and-coaching/): “What if the toughest decisions in leadership aren’t about profit or performance, but about ethical dilemmas that never see the light of day?” In the hidden corridors of power, coaches and leaders often grapple with ethical crossroads that are far from black and white. This blog ventures into the less-trodden paths of ethical decision-making, offering insights and strategies for those who guide others through the complex maze of modern-day leadership challenges The Essence of Moral Leadership in a Rapidly Changing World Have you ever wondered what truly makes a great leader in today’s rapidly evolving world? The role of a coach […]
- [Rethinking Power: Is Ubuntu the Leadership Game-Changer?](https://blog.coacharya.com/rethinking-power-is-ubuntu-the-leadership-game-changer/): Imagine a group of African children gathered under a tree, their eyes fixed on a pile of sweets lying beneath it. An anthropologist challenges them to a race, promising that whoever reaches the tree first will win all the sweets. But instead of competing against each other, the children hold hands, run together, and share the sweets equally among themselves. When asked why they didn’t race individually, their response encapsulates the essence of Ubuntu: “Ubuntu, umuntu ngumuntu ngabantu,” meaning “I am because we are.” This story, shared by Nobantu Mpotulo, beautifully illustrates the core values of Ubuntu – community, shared success, […]
- [Guiding Teams to Greatness: The Coaching Leadership Style](https://blog.coacharya.com/guiding-teams-to-greatness-the-coaching-leadership-style/): “Leadership is not about being in charge. It’s about taking care of those in your charge.” – Simon Sinek. Envision a workplace where each individual is not just a cog in the machine but a valued contributor, where every team member’s growth is as important as their output. This vision is at the heart of the coaching style of leadership. Defined by a harmonious blend of guidance, support, and empowerment, this approach is transforming the realm of leadership. It’s more than a strategy; it’s a journey towards cultivating a culture where continuous improvement and personal development are paramount. As we explore […]
- [Executive Leadership Coaching: Boldly Crafting Tomorrow’s Leaders](https://blog.coacharya.com/executive-leadership-coaching-boldly-crafting-tomorrows-leaders/): Have you ever wondered what separates a good leader from a truly great one? What if the key to unlocking that greatness lies within reach? Imagine a tool tailored not just for enhancing skills, but for nurturing a mindset that embraces challenges and thrives on innovation. This is where executive leadership coaching steps in, a transformative force in today’s fast-paced business world. It’s more than just a pathway to skill enhancement; it’s a journey towards cultivating a mindset designed for success. With executive leadership coaching, you’re not just refining your abilities; you’re unlocking a treasure trove of leadership potential, driving impactful […]
- [Top 5 Secrets: How to Become a Leadership Coach and Excel](https://blog.coacharya.com/top-5-secrets-how-to-become-a-leadership-coach-and-excel/): Leadership is not about titles, positions, or flowcharts. It is about one life influencing another.” – John C. Maxwell Imagine a career where every conversation can spark a transformation. This is the essence of professional leadership coaching, a field where dialogue and guidance converge to create impactful change. For those drawn to the art of inspiring and leading, mastering how to become a leadership coach is the gateway to a fulfilling journey. In an era where effective leadership is paramount, the role of a leadership coach becomes crucial in navigating the complexities of the corporate world. This blog delves into the […]
- [Beyond the Basics: Leadership Coaching Topics for the Forward-Thinking Executives](https://blog.coacharya.com/beyond-the-basics-leadership-coaching-topics-for-the-forward-thinking-executives/): Have you ever felt like you’re just going through the motions as a manager, ticking off tasks but somehow missing that spark that truly ignites your team’s potential? You’re not alone. In today’s rapidly shifting business world, the old playbook of management just doesn’t cut it anymore. We need leaders who can blend innovative thinking, empathetic understanding, and strategic vision. That’s where leadership coaching topics come into play, transforming good managers into great leaders. In this blog, we’re diving deep into the world of topics for leadership coaching. It’s not just about managing teams anymore; it’s about inspiring change and driving […]
- [Crafting Future Leaders: A Look at the Best Leadership Coaching Certifications](https://blog.coacharya.com/crafting-future-leaders-a-look-at-the-best-leadership-coaching-certifications/): Once upon a time, in the bustling world of business, there was a rising star named Alex. Alex had ambition, intelligence, and a knack for problem-solving. But when it came to leading a team, something was missing. That’s when Alex discovered the best leadership coaching certification programs. These weren’t just fancy titles to flaunt; they were transformative experiences that turned potential into prowess. As Alex journeyed through one of these programs, the change was remarkable. Where theories once crumbled under pressure, now stood robust strategies and newfound confidence. These certifications did more than just embellish a resume; they reshaped mindsets. For […]
- [What is Spiritual Intelligence?](https://blog.coacharya.com/what-is-spiritual-intelligence/): [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”|-98px||||” custom_padding=”|0px||||” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]   Spiritual Intelligence transcends the sensory mindful, emotional, and cognitive levels of intelligence, driven by our ego states. It is the Energy Intelligence of our natural true Self Coacharya Loneliness, once considered an ailment of the elderly, has become a silent epidemic affecting all ages, from teenagers to seasoned adults. It has even prompted the US Surgeon General to call it a serious public health issue. Ironically, this often occurs despite being surrounded […]
- [Is Lord Rama Of Ayodhya in our Heartspace?](https://blog.coacharya.com/is-lord-rama-of-ayodhya-in-our-heartspace/): “Science without religion is lame, religion without science is blind.” – Albert Einstein The Dichotomy of Faith and Politics Six score and four years ago this January, Mahatma Gandhi, a frail figure draped in simple cloth, breathed his last with the words “Hey Ram” on his lips. These words resonated like thunder across India, uniting millions in grief and spiritual introspection. Today, as another grand celebration marks the consecration of a temple dedicated to Lord Rama, the energy feels vastly different. Discord, dissension, and dissonance seem to have replaced the spiritual intelligence of that earlier moment. This stark contrast begs the […]
- [Why Spiritual Coaching?](https://blog.coacharya.com/why-spiritual-coaching/): [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”] My 24 coaches are: 1. Earth, 2. Water, 3. Air, 4. Fire, 5. Sky, 6. Moon, 7. Sun, 8. Pigeon, 9. Python, 10. Ocean, 11. Moth, 12. Bee, 13. Honey-gatherer, 14. Elephant, 15. Deer, 16. Fish, 17. Dancing-girl Pingala, 18. Raven, 19. Child, 20. Maiden, 21.Serpent, 22. An arrow-maker, 23. Spider and 24. Beetle. – Dattatreya Upanishad My experience is my coach. – Paraphrasing Ramana Maharishi What if I said you don’t need expensive guru […]
- [What If You Thought This Way in 2024?](https://blog.coacharya.com/what-if-you-thought-this-way-in-2024/): [et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”] The universe is energy. Disengage from what’s material. Let go, let be, enjoy. – Isa Vasya Upanishad   When I find myself in times of trouble, Mother Mary comes to me Speaking words of wisdom, let it be. – Beatles People often approach me, questioning the void in their lives despite having more than they need—wealth, power, everything. At thirty, some possess fortunes larger than countries, yet they grapple with the meaning of their existence. This yearning for a deeper purpose is a call to cultivate our spiritual intelligence, the compass that guides us […]
- [The Business Side of Being A Coach](https://blog.coacharya.com/the-business-side-of-being-a-coach/): “The only person you are destined to become is the person you decide to be.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson The journey from an aspiring coach to establishing and sustaining your own coaching practice is a transformative venture, rife with challenges and rewards. However, this path may seem solitary at times. Our latest webinar was a reassurance that it doesn’t have to be. In Coacharya’s webinar this week, Meenakshi Iyer, ICF-ACC coach and Agile Practitioner, and PCC Coach Giridhar S engaged in a thoughtful dialogue about the business side of being a coach, exploring key facets of the profession. Both Meenakshi and […]
- [Navigating the Global Crisis of Trust: Impact on Mental Wellness](https://blog.coacharya.com/navigating-the-global-crisis-of-trust-impact-on-mental-wellness/): “You better run for your life if you can, little girl Hide your head in the sand, little girl” – Beatles, Run For Your Life These lyrics, about 50 years old, are far truer now in a somewhat different context. ‘There’s no trust, why live, little girl’ could easily be the line that follows naturally. A global crisis of trust permeates our society, eroding faith in relationships, institutions, and even the future. Let’s delve into the repercussions of this crisis on mental wellness, exploring its impact and potential solutions. Recent 2022 statistics reveal alarming trends: 30% of households are single-parent families. […]
- [Lightness and Celebration in Coaching](https://blog.coacharya.com/lightness-and-celebration-in-coaching/): It’s that time of the year again when we look back at the journey that we’ve each been on and acknowledge and celebrate the highs and the lows. Why the lows, one might wonder? For in the peaks, our motivation soars to new heights, propelling us toward the zenith of our aspirations. Yet, it is in the valleys that we discern where we stand and unravel the blueprints for a better tomorrow. In an illuminating conversation during Coacharya’s webinar, Master Coaches Cindy Muthukarapan and Vijayalakshmi S beautifully brought this point home. In their dialogue about lightness and celebration in coaching, they […]
- [Daydreaming Unveiled: A Gateway to Mind-Body Connection](https://blog.coacharya.com/daydreaming-unveiled-a-gateway-to-mind-body-connection/): Daydreaming isn’t just a fleeting indulgence; it’s a powerful tool for creative and productive thinking. In the second stage of awareness, as described in the Mandukya Upanishad, we enter a subtle energy state, experiencing day and night dreaming when our mind ventures beyond the body. While this may seem like a disjointed experience, it holds profound insights into the connection between mind and body. Exploring Dream Awareness Dreaming in both states involves a profound sensory experience without leaving any physical traces. If you’ve ever had a vivid nightmare, you’d wake up in terror, yet physically unharmed. The mind and body seem […]
- [Beyond Selling: How Coaching Elevates Your Sales Game](https://blog.coacharya.com/beyond-selling-how-coaching-elevates-your-sales-game/): Think back to the last time someone tried to sell you something. Were they genuinely interested in your needs, or were they solely focused on their product? In the world of sales, adopting a coach’s mindset can make all the difference. When I entered the sales role for the first time, I couldn’t boast of a significant experience in the field. What I did know though, is that rejection is mostly par for the course in sales. Having predominantly been a customer, it became evident to me the patience, perseverance, and negotiation skills required in this domain. Of course, convincing someone that my […]
- [Coaching Dynamics: Unveiling Life vs. Executive Nuances](https://blog.coacharya.com/coaching-dynamics-unveiling-life-vs-executive-nuances/): In my journey within the coaching space, one recurring question echoes from learners: What kind of coach can I become? Selecting a niche in coaching often boils down to a simple answer, choosing the group or segment you are passionate about. But is passion alone sufficient to define your coaching niche? It’s a nuanced consideration. As specialized coaches, we often feel compelled to bring something unique to our chosen segment. However, the dynamic nature of coaching depends on the client—their needs and goals evolve session by session. Let’s delve into the potential distinctions and commonalities between life coaching and executive coaching. […]
- [Navigating the Dualities: A Fresh Perspective on Leadership and Coaching](https://blog.coacharya.com/navigating-the-dualities-a-fresh-perspective-on-leadership-and-coaching/): In the world of leadership and coaching, the concept of polarity thinking offers a refreshing lens through which challenges are not just hurdles to overcome but opportunities for balance and growth. This approach recognizes that many issues leaders and coaches face are not problems with a single solution but are polarities—pairs of truths that exist in tension with each other. The Essence of Polarity Thinking Polarity thinking is about acknowledging that many situations require a balance of two opposing but interdependent elements. For example, consider the classic tension between change and stability. Leaders and organizations must navigate the need for innovation […]
- [Mind-Body Connection: A Guide to Respectful and Empowering Coaching](https://blog.coacharya.com/mind-body-connection-a-guide-to-respectful-and-empowering-coaching/): The first responders to our mind-body experiences are our senses. Sensory data is metadata, corrupted into emotional and cognitive data in the brain. Let us coach sensorily if we wish to be respectful, curious, empathetic, authentic, and generative. Coacharya The journey towards understanding the intricate connection between mind and body has evolved over centuries. In the realm of mental wellness, it’s crucial for practitioners to acknowledge and explore this unity to offer effective and respectful coaching. Let’s delve into the importance of sensory coaching and how it can transform the coaching process. In Vedic scriptures, the mind and body were considered […]
- [Thrive in 2024: Crafting a Meaningful Tomorrow](https://blog.coacharya.com/thrive-in-2024/): “The best way to predict the future is to create it.”  – Peter Drucker Do you ever find yourself standing at the threshold of a new year, armed with resolutions and excitement, only to be later consumed by the weight of unmet goals, leaving you with a sense of anxiety and guilt? If this sounds all too familiar, you’re not alone. The journey from anticipation to disappointment is a well-trodden path for many of us. But what if the key to breaking this cycle lies not in grand promises but in crafting a vision that is uniquely yours? Welcome to Thrive […]
- [What is the Coaching Conundrum?](https://blog.coacharya.com/what-is-the-coaching-conundrum/): Coaching, specifically life coaching, has garnered criticism in recent times, and for good reason. Prominent figures, often considered life coach heroes, haven’t set the best example for leading one’s life. Furthermore, there’s an alarming number of exposés revealing scam artists posing as life coaches. It’s essential to acknowledge these valid concerns. Executive coaching, too, hasn’t escaped criticism. Many executive coaches need more real business experience or expertise. However, it’s important to understand that coaching isn’t about providing solutions but rather creating awareness. While consulting, training, and mentoring require business expertise, coaching, when executed by a skilled practitioner, doesn’t necessarily demand it. […]
- [Coaching Insights: What Coaches Can Learn from the Hitman Series for Success](https://blog.coacharya.com/coaching-insights-what-coaches-can-learn-from-the-hitman-series-for-success/): Failure is a part of life. If you don’t fail, you’re not learning. Dark Souls If you’re a fan of stealth games, chances are you’ve encountered the iconic Hitman series. Created by IO Interactive, this series has set a high bar for the stealth gaming genre. I have played this game for nearly a decade and gained insights that extend far beyond the gaming realm. Let’s explore these lessons through a coaching lens:   Calmness and Patience Are Key In the fast-paced world of Hitman, maintaining a cool head is essential. The same principle applies to real life and coaching. Remaining […]
- [Understanding and Managing Polarities: Making Informed Choices](https://blog.coacharya.com/understanding-and-managing-polarities-making-informed-choices/): For every complex problem, there is a simple solution. And it’s wrong. Anonymous Polarities are sets of opposites that cannot function well independently. They are interdependent, meaning you cannot choose one side as a complete “solution” and ignore the other. Going beyond Barry Johnson and coaching, polarities represent dilemmas with contradictory yet interrelated options, making decision-making complex. From seemingly trivial decisions like choosing an outfit for a date to more significant choices like career moves, the answers often lie outside the dilemma’s options, in a third path not readily apparent. In life and coaching, polarities manifest as competing values, needs, or perspectives, […]
- [Coaching: Your Catalyst for Personal and Professional Growth](https://blog.coacharya.com/coaching-your-catalyst-for-personal-and-professional-growth/): Coaching is helping people learn rather than teaching them Timothy Gallwey Have you ever wondered what coaching truly involves? What makes it a powerful tool for personal and professional growth? Let’s unravel the basics of coaching, a collaborative process that empowers individuals to navigate their lives effectively. In this blog, we will explore the various coaching specializations that cater to unique needs and goals.   From Self-Discovery to Self-Actualization Coaching, as defined by the International Coach Federation (ICF), is “partnering with clients in a thought-provoking and creative process that inspires them to maximize their personal and professional potential.” In simple terms, coaching […]
- [A Journey That Transforms You & Yours: An Ontological Road](https://blog.coacharya.com/a-journey-that-transforms-you-yours-an-ontological-road/):   “Ontology is the science of being. It is about exploring what it means to exist, to be human, and to make sense of our world.” – Robert C. Solomon, American philosopher Have you ever wondered how a philosophical concept like Ontology can revolutionize the world of coaching? This week, we had the privilege of hosting a panel discussion with a dynamic group of Coacharya alumni who have experienced firsthand the transformative power of Coacharya’s Ontology-based coach training program with Dreyvan Dayse, PCC. Their insights painted a vivid picture of how Ontology has revolutionized their coaching practice, enabling them to create safe […]
- [The Power of Choiceless Awareness: Transcending Ego-Driven Curiosity](https://blog.coacharya.com/the-power-of-choiceless-awareness-transcending-ego-driven-curiosity/): Humans are naturally inquisitive beings, driven by an innate desire to understand the world around them. However, this curiosity often becomes constrained by our ego and the limitations of our existing knowledge. We tend to evaluate new information based on how well it fits into our established frameworks, dismissing anything that challenges our current understanding. This ego-driven curiosity hinders our ability to genuinely learn and grow. The path to transcending this ego-driven curiosity lies in embracing “choiceless awareness.” This approach involves observing without judgment, allowing information to unfold without the need to categorize, interpret, or immediately act upon it. It’s about […]
- [Beneath the Surface: A Conversation with Dr. Komal Smriti](https://blog.coacharya.com/beneath-the-surface-with-komal-smriti/): When Life Asks Deeper Questions  When was the last time life asked something of you that your knowledge and experience could not answer? For Coacharya trainer and PCC coach Dr. Komal Smriti, that moment arrived when she packed up forty years of life in India and moved to Canada. What began as a geographical shift soon became […]
- [Coacharya Co-Founder Pranav Ramanathan Named to 2026 Sun Devil 100](https://blog.coacharya.com/coacharya-co-founder-2026-sun-devil/): Coacharya is proud to share that its co-founder and CEO, Pranav Ramanathan, PCC, ACTC, has been named to the 2026 Sun Devil 100 by the Arizona State University Alumni Association. “This accolade belongs equally to the Coacharya team and its community of coaches and clients”, said Pranav, “as they have collectively shaped this company for […]
- [A Conversation with Priya Ramanarayan on Coaching, Presence, and Purpose ](https://blog.coacharya.com/on-coaching-presence-and-purpose/): What connects the ocean and coaching? When you move past the surface in both, you begin to experience depth, insight, and wonder. My conversation with Priya Ramanarayan, PCC Coach, reflected this idea beautifully. Her journey into coaching was not driven by a sudden shift, but by a growing awareness that had been with her for years. Priya […]
- [Of Coaching, Leadership, and the Work of Becoming: A Conversation with Coacharya Co-Founder Pranav Ramanathan ](https://blog.coacharya.com/of-coaching-leadership-and-the-work-of-becoming/): They say necessity is the mother of invention. So many inventions we see in the modern world today – from stethoscopes to canned foods—weren’t born out of a desire for profit or a eureka moment in a lab, but out of a need. Sometimes desperate, sometimes accidental. In some cases, leadership can emerge the same way. For Coacharya Co-founder and […]
- [On Learning to Listen with Your Heart: A Conversation with Tracy Brown, PCC](https://blog.coacharya.com/on-learning-to-listen-with-your-heart/): Who says coaching is only logistical or a neat stack of competencies? We often box it into processes and checklists, the same way pop culture has boxed “love” into romance. But love has never belonged to just one meaning. It shows up in small, everyday kindnesses. And it also lives in coaching. When coaches walk […]
- [Becoming the Mirror: A Conversation with Prakash Rao, MCC](https://blog.coacharya.com/becoming-the-mirror-conversation/): Can chance encounters change the course of your life? If you ask Master Coach and International Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) Practitioner Prakash Rao, he will say yes. For him, both coaching and NLP began as chance encounters, yet looking back, it seems they were always meant to be. In 2009, a senior colleague at his workplace […]
- [Freedom, WiFi and the Wheel of Life](https://blog.coacharya.com/freedom-wifi-wheel-of-life/): Just a few weeks ago, India marked her 79th Independence Day. The flags were unfurled, anthems sung, and street corners washed in tricolour. Each year, the celebration recalls the nation’s long walk from subjugation to sovereignty: self-esteem reclaimed, self-made laws, and for the first time in centuries, every Indian recognized as a first-class citizen in […]
- [Curiosity: A Poem on Discovery and Transformation in Coaching](https://blog.coacharya.com/curiosity-in-coaching-a-poem/): [et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”] The root of discoveries, mighty and small A shift in perspective, a quiet yet stirring call The bedrock of transformation And small, quiet revolutions More messiness, less perfection The basis of learning, bright and true In the pursuit of what’s fresh and new A constant yearning from the […]
- [Training vs. Coaching: Are You Teaching or Empowering?](https://blog.coacharya.com/training-vs-coaching/): Let’s face it, the workplace can feel a bit like school sometimes. You’ve got mandatory training sessions, endless PowerPoint presentations, and a constant stream of information to absorb. But what if there was a more engaging, personalized approach to developing your team? Enter coaching. While training is crucial for equipping employees with the necessary skills […]
- [My Journey into Coaching](https://blog.coacharya.com/my-journey-into-coaching/): For over three decades, my career in media and advertising revolved around crafting persuasive sales narratives and building brand identities. My work was about creating meaningful connections between brands and their audiences — a customer-centric role that demanded creativity, problem-solving, and sharp communication. Today, I find myself on a very different path. My journey into […]
- [Women's Leadership: A Look at Its Evolution](https://blog.coacharya.com/evolution-of-women-leadership/): For centuries, women have been breaking barriers, defying expectations, and shattering glass ceilings. The journey of women in leadership has been a long and arduous one, filled with both triumphs and setbacks. But one thing is certain: the landscape of women’s leadership is constantly evolving. Women are no longer just confined to traditional roles or […]
- [Life as Performance: Masks, Roles, and the Search for Presence](https://blog.coacharya.com/life-as-performance/): All the World’s a Stage “All the world’s a stage,” wrote Shakespeare in As You Like It. This remains one of his most quoted lines, rivaled only by “To be or not to be” and “Et tu, Brute?” From the moment we step onto this stage of life as tiny actors, we are handed scripts—often […]
- [Psychological Safety vs Spiritual Safety in Work](https://blog.coacharya.com/psychological-safety-vs-spiritual-safety/): Does the concept of psychological safety, encouraging dissent in organisations, serve the sustainable growth needs of the organisations? Or like the ‘woke’ movement, is it another concept espoused by a minority to promote their agenda to disagree with the majority, leading to a backlash that is good for neither? Aren’t there stable organisations serving populations […]
- [AI: A Threat to Jobs, or the Future of Work?](https://blog.coacharya.com/ai-threat-or-future-of-work/): Artificial intelligence has taken Gen Z off the villain’s list, and for that, they must be eternally grateful. One can understand Boomers like me carping about it. Many of us are already struggling with computers, the Internet, and other technological monstrosities. It’s worth reflecting on why a technologically unchallenged millennial might still feel uneasy, much […]
- [Learning and Knowing: Metaphors, Mind, and Meaning](https://blog.coacharya.com/learning-and-knowing-metaphors-mind-meaning/): How We Begin: The Apple and the Alphabet Learning and knowing begin not in abstraction, but in the tangible. We start our LKG life decoding the world through concrete fragments: A is for Apple. B is for Ball. C is for Cat. The apple is red, round, fragrant—an object we can grasp, name, bite into. […]
- [Cross-Cultural Coaching: 5 Tips for Better Communication](https://blog.coacharya.com/cross-cultural-coaching-5-tips/): Why Trust Looks Different in Cross-Cultural Coaching A nod in Japan can mean “I hear you.” In India, it can mean “I agree.” In the U.S., it can mean both — or neither. In cross-cultural coaching conversations, those subtle differences can shift the meaning of everything. Trust is the foundation of any coaching relationship — […]
- [Stitha Prajna: Your Inner Calm in a Chaotic World](https://blog.coacharya.com/stitha-prajna-inner-calm-chaotic-world/): Stitha Prajna translates to “steady wisdom” or “stable intelligence.” In the Bhagavad Gita, it’s the ability to stay mentally and emotionally balanced despite external chaos. In modern terms: If you’re Gen Z, it might sound like: “I’ve got exams tomorrow but I’m reflecting on what I’ve learned.” If you’re a Millennial professional: “My boss is […]
- [Understanding Types of Coaching – And Why Professional Training Matters](https://blog.coacharya.com/understanding-types-of-coaching/): Coaching, as a field, covers a wide range of approaches and applications. With so many different types of coaching—from executive and life coaching to wellness and team coaching—the landscape can be both rich and confusing. While some individuals pursue formal training and credentials, others define their coaching practice based on experience or personal success. Since […]
- [Ho'oponopono: The Science of Self-Healing - A Modern Understanding
](https://blog.coacharya.com/hooponopono-science-of-self-healing/): Ancient Hawaiian wisdom meets modern science Introduction: Making It Right Ho’oponopono, meaning “to make it right” in Hawaiian, is an ancient practice that modern science is now validating. This powerful healing technique involves four simple steps that create profound transformation in our neural pathways, emotional well-being, and connection to the quantum field of consciousness. Recent […]
- [AI in Coaching: Is Human Intuition Still Irreplaceable?](https://blog.coacharya.com/ai-in-coaching-therapy-future/): The question is deliberate. It’s not about if—it’s about when. AI in coaching and therapy is no longer a futuristic concept—it’s here, reshaping how we understand healing, emotional insight, and human connection. For centuries, the wisdom of figures like Hippocrates and Carl Rogers has guided the helping professions: “Heal thyself first,” and trust the client’s […]
- [AI in Education: Rethinking MIT’s Cognitive Debt Claim](https://blog.coacharya.com/ai-education-cognitive-debt/): As AI in education becomes more deeply integrated into learning and professional environments, concerns about its long-term effects on human cognition are gaining momentum. The growing presence of artificial intelligence tools in classrooms and workplaces raises important questions about how we think, learn, and retain knowledge in an AI-supported world. A recent study from MIT […]
- [Agency and the Future of Work in India](https://blog.coacharya.com/agency-india-future-skills/): When we talk about skills for the future—especially in a country as diverse and complex as India—it’s tempting to focus on tools, training programs, and performance metrics. But what if the real foundation of future-readiness isn’t in what we teach, but in how we engage? In Coacharya’s recent webinar, one idea stood out like a […]
- [Hybrid Intelligence in Coaching: The A-Frame Mindset Guide](https://blog.coacharya.com/hybrid-intelligence-coaching-implement/): The question isn’t whether artificial intelligence will impact coaching—it already has. The real question facing coaching professionals today is: How do we thoughtfully integrate AI into coaching practice while maintaining the human essence that makes coaching transformational? After exploring the foundations of Hybrid Intelligence in Part 1, we now turn to the practical implementation: the […]
- [Systemic Coaching and Constellations Explained](https://blog.coacharya.com/systemic-constellations-guide/): Have you ever wondered why certain patterns keep repeating in your professional relationships? Why some teams struggle with collaboration despite having talented individuals? Or why joining a new organization sometimes feels unsettling in ways you can’t quite articulate? The answers often lie not within us as individuals, but in the invisible maps of the relationship […]
- [Hybrid Intelligence in Coaching: The Future of Human-AI Collaboration](https://blog.coacharya.com/coaching-with-hybrid-intelligence/): The coaching profession stands at a remarkable crossroads. As artificial intelligence (AI) transforms industries across the globe, coaching professionals face a fundamental question: How do we harness AI’s power while preserving the deeply human essence of transformational coaching? The answer lies not in choosing between human and artificial intelligence, but in mastering their convergence through […]
- [Coaching Culture Is the Future of Leadership](https://blog.coacharya.com/coaching-culture-future-of-leadership-2/): The coaching culture movement is redefining how organizations operate, lead, and grow. It’s no longer just HR’s job to shape culture. Leaders across the board are stepping up—not with policies, but with everyday behaviors that build trust, development, and performance. This blog draws from a recent Coacharya webinar titled “Coaching Beyond HR Walls: Can Leaders […]
- [Live-to-Work: 5 Critical Steps to Discover Your Calling](https://blog.coacharya.com/live-to-work-5-steps-to-find-calling/): Boomers like me worked hard so that we could live later. Or, so we were told and told ourselves. When the boss-man said, ‘jump’, we asked, ‘how high, sir?’ The mantra sort of worked for some. Working hard did not only not guarantee wealth and power, but it also did not guarantee job security after […]
- [The Ultimate 5-Step Guide to Mastering Your Career Design](https://blog.coacharya.com/ultimate-guide-mastering-career-design/): Let’s talk about that feeling. It’s that little pit in your stomach on a Sunday evening. It’s the feeling of being busy all day but not really getting anywhere meaningful. It’s looking up from your screen and wondering, “Is this really it?” If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. And the usual advice to just […]
- [Spiritual Safety: The Key to Sustainable Growth](https://blog.coacharya.com/spiritual-safety-the-key-to-sustainable-growth/): Does the concept of psychological safety, which champions dissent in organizations, truly serve their sustainable growth needs? Or, akin to the ‘woke’ movement, is it merely a concept espoused by a minority to promote their agenda of disagreeing with the majority, potentially leading to a backlash that benefits no one? Consider the numerous stable organizations […]
- [Future of Work in India: How the Workplace Is Evolving](https://blog.coacharya.com/future-of-work-in-india-how-the-workplace-is-evolving/): Every generation is a product of its time, shaped by unique environmental factors that define its approach to work and life. From the resilient Silent Generation to the digitally native Gen Z, each cohort brings distinct values and expectations to the workplace. This shift isn’t just a trend; it’s an adaptive response rooted in neurological […]
- [Mental Wellness: A Holistic Path for Future Generations](https://blog.coacharya.com/mental-wellness-a-holistic-path-for-future-generations/): The President of the Country visited a mental illness institution. He introduced himself to an inmate as President. The inmate said, ‘Don’t ever say you’re the President. Be careful. That’s what I said. They locked me up!’ Even with the increasing noise against DEIB principles, Mental illness is one area where there is alignment across […]
- [Purpose with Power: Stories of Quiet, Lasting Change](https://blog.coacharya.com/purpose-with-power-stories-of-quiet-lasting-change/): What inner voice leads someone to leave behind the familiar and dedicate their life to social change? This question anchored a deeply personal and moving conversation in Coacharya’s recent webinar, From Vision to Impact: How Individual Purpose Transforms Communities, part of the Opening the Inner Eye series. Hosted by Gayatri Krishnamurthy—a PCC-certified leadership coach, Coacharya […]
- [10 Leadership Lessons from How to Train Your Dragon](https://blog.coacharya.com/10-leadership-lessons/): I didn’t expect that watching the live-action version of one of my favourite films would not only make me want to rewatch the original—released 15 years ago—but also see it through a completely new lens. The lens of leadership. This movie was far ahead of its time, carrying a message that holds so much importance […]
- [Empathy in Coaching: What It Is—and What It’s Not](https://blog.coacharya.com/empathy-in-coaching-what-it-is-and-isnt/): Empathy is often misunderstood. Dismissed as too soft for the boardroom. Too emotional for decision-making. Too slow for fast-paced systems. Or in some cases, a weakness. Empathy is none of those things. It is what anchors us in our shared humanity, even as we lead. Especially when we lead. In Coacharya’s recent webinar on Leading […]
- [Commitment and Providence: When Life Drops You Oranges](https://blog.coacharya.com/commitment-and-providence-when-life-drops-you-oranges/): A Quote That Stayed With Me I may have come across this quote during the time I was reading Jon Krakauer’s Into Thin Air, a compelling account of an Everest expedition. For a long time, it remained pinned to the board above my desk. It read:   “Until one is committed, there is hesitancy, the […]
- [Conscious Leadership: Why Your Emotions Shape Your Team](https://blog.coacharya.com/conscious-leadership-your-emotions-shape-your-team/): In an increasingly complex world, leadership is no longer just about making decisions and driving results—it’s about how those decisions are made and the internal awareness guiding them. This is the essence of conscious leadership—a style of leadership rooted in presence, self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and the ability to respond rather than react. Conscious leaders recognize […]
- [Hybrid Coaching: Embracing New Approaches for Modern Leadership](https://blog.coacharya.com/hybrid-coaching-embracing-new-approaches/): Hybrid coaching is emerging as a vital solution in today’s rapidly evolving workplace. With the rise of remote and hybrid work models, evolving generational expectations, and rapid technological advancements, managing a diverse workforce presents unprecedented challenges. Learning and Development (L&D) professionals are increasingly stretched to meet the developmental needs of new graduates, ambitious mid-career individuals, […]
- [Compassion: A Path to True Self](https://blog.coacharya.com/compassion-a-path-to-true-self/): “We don’t teach meditation to the young monks. They are not ready until they stop slamming doors.” – Thich Nhat Hanh to Thomas Merton, 1966 Fr. AMA Samy opened the doors of Kanzeon Zendo on December 21, 2022. I attended my first sesshin there the following month, in January 2023—thanks to my boss, Robert Meier. […]
- [Coach Training: Your Top 5 Questions About the Journey, Answered](https://blog.coacharya.com/coach-training-top-5-questions-answered/): There’s a quiet calling that draws some of us toward the art of supporting others — of holding space for growth, reflection, and deep change. This calling often leads to the realm of coaching, a practice both profound in its simplicity and intricate in its mastery. Long before the word ‘coach’ was ever spoken, the […]
- [Ethics in Coaching: What’s New in the Revised ICF Code](https://blog.coacharya.com/ethics-in-coaching-revised-icf-code/): When most people hear the word “ethics,” they think of difficult decisions, conflicts, and gray areas. While these challenges certainly exist in coaching, there’s another way to look at ethics—as a space for creativity, partnership, and genuine connection between coach and client. Professional coaches, especially those trained through the ICF, already understand the importance of […]
- [NLP: 7 Secrets to Coach Beyond Words](https://blog.coacharya.com/nlp-7-secrets-to-coach-beyond-words/): Could the real breakthrough be hidden in what your client leaves unsaid? During International Coaching Week, our webinar “Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) in Enhancing Conversational Coaching,” with Master Coaches Cindy Muthukarapan and Prakash Rao, explored just that. They discussed the subtle yet powerful art of “coaching between the lines”—using NLP techniques to recognize what’s left unsaid […]
- [Empowerment: From Self-Worth to Social Impact](https://blog.coacharya.com/empowerment-self-worth-social-impact/): What does it take to truly see, not just with our eyes, but with our hearts? In our recent webinar titled “Opening the Inner Eye: Walk with Humility–For Justice,” facilitated by leadership coach and Coacharya alumni Gayatri Krishnamurthy, guests, Brinda Adige and Doris Ahiati, discussed the quiet, everyday changes that lead to greater compassion, clarity, […]
- [Systemic Team Coaching: Sona Comstar's SPEED Journey](https://blog.coacharya.com/systemic-team-coaching/): What’s one thing every corporation dreams of? Teams that work together, get along, and innovate—even under pressure. At ICW 2025, Coacharya spoke to senior leaders at Sona Comstar, a global leader in mobility systems and a proud Coacharya client. They shared how SPEED, a systemic team coaching model designed by Coacharya Co-Founder Ram Ramanathan, helped […]
- [What Is Relational Intelligence—and Why It Matters to Coaches](https://blog.coacharya.com/what-is-relational-intelligence/): Ever feel like we’re all searching for better ways to truly connect? Especially in coaching, where meaningful relationships are everything. That’s why Coacharya’s recent ICW webinar took a deep dive into a powerful concept: Relational Intelligence. If you’re thinking that this is just about being good with people, think again! Relational Intelligence is about understanding […]
- [What is Courage, Really? A Letter from Courage](https://blog.coacharya.com/what-is-courage-a-letter-from-courage/): This piece was inspired by our recent ICW webinar, “Courage Embodied: A Heart-Forward Way of Being,” where panelists and coaches Tracy Brown, Smita R, and Hetal Sonpal joined us to explore the powerful ways courage shows up in our lives—and in coaching. At Coacharya, we believe courage doesn’t always roar. Sometimes, it simply breathes, listens, […]
- [Psychological Safety: A Human Need and Coaching Responsibility](https://blog.coacharya.com/psychological-safety-human-need/): One thing that is an absolute necessity for the human condition, and yet something which is often missing in our personal and professional lives, is a fundamental sense of safety—a space where we can truly be ourselves without the constant fear of judgment, failure, or ridicule. Far beyond mere physical security, it encompasses the emotional […]
- [Navigating the Crossroads: Why DEI Coaching Matters More Than Ever](https://blog.coacharya.com/why-dei-coaching-matters/): The rise of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB), sometimes seen as an extension of the “Woke” movement, has undeniably brought critical conversations to the forefront. While the initial impetus stemmed from powerful and necessary reasons, instances of perceived overreach have unfortunately fueled resistance and skepticism. The complexities surrounding issues like transgender rights and access […]
- [Sharing Strengths: Transforming Teams with Appreciative Inquiry](https://blog.coacharya.com/sharing-strengths-transforming-teams/): In the high-pressure world of engineering, technical excellence is often valued above all else. Numbers, specifications, and deadlines typically dominate conversations, leaving little room for human connection. But what happens when these technically brilliant minds get the opportunity to see each other through a different lens? We recently witnessed this transformation firsthand when implementing Coacharya’s […]
- [What Courage Really Means, and Why It’s Rooted in Integrity, Not Fearlessness](https://blog.coacharya.com/what-courage-really-means/): We all love stories of courage. Across cultures, we have been captivated by heroes and villains since the beginning of time. Even now, amid headlines and clickbait about conflicts worldwide, we still see acts of courage being broadcast, offering glimmers of hope. As we navigate turbulent and politically charged times, courage seems more critical than […]
- [Perception Shaping: How Coaches Can Build a Brand That Resonates](https://blog.coacharya.com/perception-how-coaches-can-build-brand/): Have you ever wondered why some coaches effortlessly attract their ideal clients while others struggle to be seen? The answer often lies in understanding and intentionally shaping perception. I recently had the privilege of exploring this crucial topic in our webinar “Shaping Perception: A Coaching Approach to Branding & Marketing.” A heartfelt thank you for […]
- [AI Ethics in Coaching: Balancing Technology & Human Connection for Ethical Practice](https://blog.coacharya.com/ai-ethics-in-coaching-future-ethical-practice/): The Provocative Question: “Is Coaching Dead?”
 A decade ago, Google’s Chief Coach David Peterson sparked controversy at conferences by asking, “Is Coaching Dead?” Dressed in a space suit, he challenged audiences to envision coaching’s future amid technological disruption. At a Harvard Medical School event, his presentation provoked outrage—coaches vehemently rejected the idea of machines replacing […]
- [LinkedIn: 10 Tips to Attract Coaching Clients](https://blog.coacharya.com/linkedin-10-tips-to-attract-clients/): In the vast digital landscape, where should a coach’s online identity truly reside? Brett Berhoff, the expert in our recent webinar on “LinkedIn for Coaches: How to Attract Clients Without Ads,” argued persuasively that LinkedIn is the “mothership” for professionals in this field. While acknowledging the role of other platforms and strategies, Brett emphasised LinkedIn’s […]
- [Transformation: The Heart of Effective Coaching](https://blog.coacharya.com/transformation-effective-coaching/): We often think of professional development in terms of milestones achieved, boxes ticked, and credentials earned. But what happens when the pursuit of a higher level of mastery becomes a journey of profound self-discovery and transformation? Our recent live coaching demonstration offered a powerful glimpse into just that, as Srividya Ivaturi, the client, bravely explored […]
- [World's Origin & End: An AI Perspective](https://blog.coacharya.com/worlds-origin-end-an-ai-perspective/): I asked AI to tell me about the beginning and the end of the world from the perspective of an androgynous cross-cultural being straddling the cusp of Gen A and Gen Z, on a quest for significant answers to existential queries. Here are some responses. How Was Our World Created? No one in their right […]
- [Inner Vision Outer Change: Balancing Purpose & Impact](https://blog.coacharya.com/balancing-purpose-impact/): How do the threads of our individual lives intertwine to create a meaningful whole? How do we align our personal aspirations with the pressing needs of the world around us? These powerful questions formed the resonant core of Coacharya’s “The Heart of Impact: Inner Vision, Outer Change” webinar. The webinar is part of our ongoing […]
- [Client Autonomy in Coaching: Their Way, Not Yours](https://blog.coacharya.com/client-autonomy-in-coaching/): What truly distinguishes the transformative partnership of coaching from other helping professions? While many modalities offer guidance and support, the answer often lies in a core principle that was passionately explored in Coacharya’s recent company webinar: Client Autonomy. At its core, client autonomy is about recognizing and honoring the coachee as the ultimate expert in […]
- [Impactful Leadership: Cultivating Change & Connection](https://blog.coacharya.com/impactful-leadership-cultivating-change-connection/): [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”] What truly defines impactful leadership in today’s dynamic corporate landscape? Our recent webinar, “Leading with Impact,” part of the Master Mind Mentor Leader series, offered valuable […]
- [Saptaswara Coaching: Living Knowledge & Delight](https://blog.coacharya.com/saptaswara-coaching-living-knowledge-delight/): The Saptaswara Coaching Framework, a unique approach blending ancient wisdom with modern coaching principles, recently concluded its final webinar episode, hosted by Coacharya. This framework, inspired by the seven notes of Indian classical music (Sapta Swara), offers a holistic perspective on coaching and personal transformation. In this concluding session, panelists and coaches Raghu Ananthanarayanan and […]
- [Emotional Intelligence: Choose Your Response](https://blog.coacharya.com/emotional-intelligence-choose-your-response/): We recently hosted a webinar at Coacharya exploring the often-discussed, yet frequently misunderstood, concept of emotional intelligence (EI). Our panelists and seasoned Master Coaches, Cindy Muthukarapan and Priya Ramesh, brought their expertise to the table, and one particular point from Priya resonated deeply: the idea of moving beyond our emotional “default mode.” Emotional intelligence, at […]
- [Economic Shifts: Reflective Business Action](https://blog.coacharya.com/economic-shifts-reflective-business-action/): Navigating Economic Uncertainties: A Call for Measured Response Boardrooms in China, India, and potentially Canada and Mexico are facing increased pressure. Corporate leaders, accustomed to established business relationships under political patronage, are now contending with the threat of escalating export tariffs. While the impact of specific companies like Tesla or Harley-Davidson may be debatable, the […]
- [Courage in Action: Opening the Inner Eye to Serve Others](https://blog.coacharya.com/courage-in-action-opening-the-inner-eye-to-serve-others/): What does it truly mean to live a life dedicated to the greater good? It’s a question that resonates deeply within the human spirit, a yearning to contribute something meaningful to the world. In our recent Coacharya webinar, “Opening the Inner Eye – Courage in Action,” Coacharya alumni and PCC coach Gayatri Krishnamurthy explored this […]
- [Coaching Emotional Resilience](https://blog.coacharya.com/coaching-emotional-resilience/): “You may not control all the events that happen to you, but you can decide not to be reduced by them.” — Maya Angelou Clients will inevitably face setbacks. How they respond to them makes all the difference. Emotional resilience plays a critical role in helping them to keep moving forward. Why does resilience need […]
- [Coaching Presence: Mindfulness and Beyond in Practice](https://blog.coacharya.com/coaching-presence-mindfulness-and-beyond-in-practice/): Presence, the simple act of being here and now, often slips away as we navigate a world filled with constant distractions. We find ourselves caught in mental loops, replaying the past or projecting into the future, missing the richness of the present moment. Tracy Brown, in Coacharya’s recent webinar, “Mindfulness and Beyond”, spoke to this […]
- [Coaching Business: Mastering Key Strategies For Success](https://blog.coacharya.com/coaching-business-mastering-key-strategies-for-success/): Many talented coaches limit their growth because they don’t have a strategy beyond referrals. While word-of-mouth is one of the most powerful ways to gain clients, it works best when combined with a strong marketing and branding strategy. Relying solely on referrals is like sailing a ship without a compass; you might drift, but you […]
- [Leadership Development: The Coaching & Mentoring Approach](https://blog.coacharya.com/the-coaching-and-mentoring-approach/): How do we truly nurture and cultivate leaders? This fundamental question was explored in Coacharya’s recent webinar, hosted by Smita R, Coacharya trainer, PCC coach and General Manager at Coacharya. The webinar brought together senior global business leader Saurav Adhikari, and Ganesh Srinivasan, President of Transmission and Distribution at KEC International, to discuss the practical […]
- [Saptaswara Coaching: Inner Work & Ethics](https://blog.coacharya.com/saptaswara-coaching-inner-work-ethics/): The practice of coaching demands a level of depth and expertise that often goes unseen. In the second episode of Coacharya’s Saptaswara Coaching Framework webinar, we began by exploring the true nature of professional coaching, drawing inspiration from a compelling article titled ‘Coaching is Not a Hobby‘ by Heresy Consulting. Steve Correa, one of our […]
- [Somatic Coaching: Why Mindset Shifts Aren’t Enough](https://blog.coacharya.com/somatic-coaching-why-mindset-shifts-arent-enough/): Most coaches know the value of exploring a client’s mindset: we support them to examine limiting beliefs, reframe their perspectives, and translate their insights into forward movement toward their goals. But what happens when intellectual understanding isn’t enough? Clients may know what to do, but when it comes time to do it, their body and […]
- [AI in the Digital Coaching Landscape: ICF Ethical Standards](https://blog.coacharya.com/ai-in-the-digital-coaching/): Our recent webinar, ‘Leveraging Technology and AI in the Digital Coaching Landscape,’ sparked a fascinating discussion, and one anecdote, shared by panelist and Coacharya Co-founder Ram Ramanathan, resonated deeply. He recounted a story from a decade ago, at a Harvard Medical School coaching program, where David, then Chief Coach at Google, posed a question that […]
- [Chess Wars in Thenkara: Childhood Rivalry to Life Lessons](https://blog.coacharya.com/chess-wars-in-thenkara/): First Moves: A Father’s Gift I was probably around four and a half years old, and likely a handful for my parents. To ensure I started school sooner, they adjusted my date of birth by six months, enrolling me in first grade at ALP School in Mannarkkad. One evening, my father brought home a chessboard […]
- [Starting a Coaching Business? Don't Miss These 6 Key Points](https://blog.coacharya.com/starting-a-coaching-business/): Are you considering venturing into the world of coaching? Whether you’re dreaming of launching an online coaching business or establishing an executive coaching business, there are several crucial factors to consider. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore the 6 essential things you need to know before setting up your coaching business. From understanding what coaching […]
- [Opening the Inner Eye: 2 Visionaries Reshaping Society](https://blog.coacharya.com/2-visionaries-reshaping-society/): What drives someone to dedicate their life to a cause larger than themselves? What is the spark that ignites a passion for the greater good? These are the questions that fuel Coacharya’s “Opening The Inner Eye” webinar series, an initiative spearheaded by Coacharya alumni and PCC coach, Gayatri Krishnamurthy. This series shines a light on […]
- [Deep Listening: The Art of Resonant Coaching](https://blog.coacharya.com/deep-listening-the-art-of-resonant-coaching/): Understanding Deep Listening Beyond Hearing Listening is not a passive act or merely a function of hearing. Deep listening transcends the simple reception of sound; it involves an intentional engagement with the speaker, fostering resonance and transformation. Even deeper responding, therefore, is not about reaction or judgement, but rather about being in harmony with the […]
- [Client Uncertainties: Turning 'I Don't Know' into Growth](https://blog.coacharya.com/client-uncertainties-turning-i-dont-know-into-growth/): The first time a client said, “I don’t know” in a coaching session, I froze. Beyond the natural pressure of early coaching sessions, I worried about making the client uncomfortable or pushing too hard. My own relationship with uncertainty made me hesitate. What I hadn’t yet learned was that it’s perfectly acceptable to say, “It’s […]
- [Bridges: Building Connections Across Troubled Waters](https://blog.coacharya.com/bridges-building-connections-across-troubled-waters/): A Musical Bridge: The Simon & Garfunkel Story “We’ve made plans to meet again. Will Paul bring his guitar? Who knows. For me, it was about wanting to make amends before it’s too late. It felt like we were back in a wonderful place. As I think about it now, tears are rolling down my […]
- [Cats, Dogs, and Their Spiritual Genius](https://blog.coacharya.com/cats-dogs-and-their-spiritual-genius/): Soft paws, knowing eyes, Whispers of love, tails that wag— Wisdom wrapped in fur.   If you’ve ever owned a cat or a dog, you’ve probably had that moment where you’ve looked into their eyes and thought, “Are you secretly smarter than me?” Maybe it’s when your dog outsmarts you by finding the hidden treat […]
- [How to Draw Faces and Your Future](https://blog.coacharya.com/how-to-draw-faces-an-your-future/): If I could summarize our recent webinar, I’d choose 3 words: cool, quirky, unconventional, fun, and all-around artsy. Okay, that’s more than 3, but I can’t help it! It was just that awesome. There’s something truly special about creating art, even briefly, and putting down our screens. It’s soul-stirring. “How to Draw Faces and Your […]
- [Spiritual Intelligence: Awakening Your Inner Eye](https://blog.coacharya.com/spiritual-intelligence-awakening-your-inner-eye/): There’s just something so infectious and inspiring about a woman who dares to tread the unconventional way, steadfast in her pursuit, with a purpose she holds with joy in her heart. Varsha Yeshwant Kumar and Irina Ghose, two women from vastly different backgrounds, embody this spirit. They’ve opened their “inner eyes” to recognize a need […]
- [PERMA Model in Coaching: 5 Steps to Workplace Wellbeing](https://blog.coacharya.com/perma-model-5-steps-workplace-wellbeing/): Martin Seligman’s Learned Optimism was an eye-opener. The ABCDE model became a favourite reframing technique since most of the coaching value arises from reframing. Seligman developed the PERMA model as a far more powerful engagement model for work-life quality enhancement. While the ABCDE framework establishes a process to reframe and evoke awareness, PERMA is a […]
- [Workplace Vulnerability in Assessment Conversations](https://blog.coacharya.com/workplace-vulnerability-in-assessment/): The Hidden Depths of Organizational Interactions In organisational life, where decisions and assessments shape careers and destinies, the question, “In undertaking our tasks, what are we truly accomplishing?” offers a profound lens through which to examine our actions. It challenges us to look beyond the mechanics of our work and delve into their deeper implications, […]
- [Design Thinking: A Guide for Team Coaches](https://blog.coacharya.com/design-thinking-a-guide-team-coaches/): The path to success in team coaching is multifaceted. Design Thinking, a powerful methodology, has evolved over time. It’s roots lie in multiple disciplines. While often associated with institutions like Stanford and IDEO, it’s crucial to acknowledge the contributions of pioneering thinkers like Edward de Bono and learning theorists such as Peter Senge and Otto […]
- [Irresolution: A Zen Way of Living Without New Year's Goals](https://blog.coacharya.com/irresolution-zen-way-of-living/): The Tyranny of Resolutions It’s that time of year again: New Year. And it’s time for New Year’s resolutions too. There could be terabytes of content in the internet world on keeping New Year’s resolutions and goals and achieving them. Countless memes also circulate. As someone who lives across many calendars (in addition to the […]
- [Vedic Philosophy: A Complete Guide to Ancient Indian Wisdom](https://blog.coacharya.com/vedic-philosophy-a-complete-guide-to-ancient-indian-wisdom/): The Cosmic Origins: Understanding Vedic Creation In the beginning, there was just empty Space. This Space was the dark matter of energy. This energy had a sound. The sound was the primal uncreated sound. The sound was so powerful that it created movement. This moment became Air. The friction generated by the movement of the […]
- [6 Feet Under: Tales from a Family Burial Ground](https://blog.coacharya.com/6-feet-under/): As Ernest Hemingway wrote in his response to Leo Tolstoy’s War and Peace, titled For Whom the Bell Tolls, “Every man’s life ends the same way; it is only the details of how he lived and how he died that distinguishes one man from another.” My eyes welled up, my mind went blank. I stood […]
- [Spiritual Intelligence: 3 Remarkable Stories of Social Impact](https://blog.coacharya.com/spiritual-intelligence-3-remarkable-stories-of-social-impact/): On November 30th in Bengaluru, Coacharya hosted a conference that brought together over 20 leaders to discuss Spiritual Intelligence and its role in leadership. During this gathering, 3 remarkable women shared their experiences that left a lasting impression on everyone present. These social sector leaders spoke candidly about their childhoods, what drew them to their […]
- [Client Expectations: Key to Coaching Success](https://blog.coacharya.com/client-expectations-key-to-coaching-success/): The journey of coaching is a dance between the coach and the client, a delicate interplay of trust, understanding, and mutual growth. But have you ever stopped to consider what clients really want from their coaches? Beyond technical skills and certifications, what are the human qualities that resonate most deeply? In a recent webinar hosted […]
- [Spiritual Intelligence: The Key to Better Leadership Results](https://blog.coacharya.com/spiritual-intelligence-the-key-to-better-leadership-results/): Spiritual Intelligence (SI), also known as Spiritual Quotient (SQ), is becoming increasingly crucial in leadership coaching, especially in light of the growing epidemic of loneliness affecting people of all ages. SI transcends traditional forms of intelligence such as cognitive and emotional intelligence and emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, acceptance, gratitude, and engagement with one’s spirit. […]
- [AI and Spiritual Intelligence: A Synergistic Future](https://blog.coacharya.com/ai-and-spiritual-intelligence-a-synergistic-future/): Let us explore the intriguing intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and spiritual intelligence, envisioning a future where AI is a personal coach for holistic wellness. How can AI-powered wearables and applications enhance our spiritual practices, promote self-awareness, and guide us toward a deeper understanding of ourselves and our connections with others? How do we address […]
- [Best Practices: Why One Size Doesn't Fit All](https://blog.coacharya.com/why-one-size-doesnt-fit-all/): Best Practices. I don’t remember when I first read the term. It was perhaps 12 or 13 years ago. However, I do remember where I read it…in the pages of a leading newspaper. A phrase from that article has stuck with me ever since: “That was Best, could have been better.” That wonderful obituary for […]
- [Behind Coacharya’s Logo: Blending East and West](https://blog.coacharya.com/behind-coacharyas-logo-blending/): Before the Coacharya logo became the symbol you see today, it was an idea in the mind of an artist. In 2011, our dear friend and artist extraordinaire Prashant Miranda took on a visionary challenge for Coacharya. Here’s the behind-the-scenes story of his creative process: During our conversations, an image came to me to help […]
- [Inner Game Insights for Fearless, Purposeful Leadership](https://blog.coacharya.com/inner-game-insights-for-fearless-purposeful-leadership/): What is the Inner Game? Timothy Gallwey started training amateur tennis players in California after serving as Captain of the Harvard University Tennis team. He discovered that when players trusted their mind-body connection, it helped them overcome their inner critic. He called this process the Inner Game, describing it as the interplay between the critical […]
- [SPEED: The Revolutionary Framework for Team Coaching Success](https://blog.coacharya.com/speed-framework/): The vision of leaders needs the muscle of teams to fulfill. – Coacharya Why Systemic Team Coaching? Most corporate leaders have heard about coaching at the individual level, even if they are not aware of the process and competencies. What corporate leadership may not be aware of is that individual coaching has limitations. While individual […]
- [Internal Coaching: An Essential Guide](https://blog.coacharya.com/internal-coaching-an-essential-guide/): In coaching parlance, an internal coach is a company employee who coaches leaders in that company. External coaches are ones that the company hires from outside. While many companies invest in training their employees to become certified internal coaches, challenges often arise. Some coaches may leave the organization to pursue independent careers, particularly if internal […]
- [5 Keys to Millennial Workplace Joy](https://blog.coacharya.com/5-keys-to-millennial-workplace-joy/): Millennials are yesterday’s retirees. There was a time when in many parts of the world 60 or 65 was considered retirement age in many professions. Today, this is 50, and constantly getting lower. For some, this may be great. For many, it’s bad news. Multiple factors are at work here. Accelerating technology at the workplace, […]
- [Toothache of the Mind: Suffering of the Suffering](https://blog.coacharya.com/toothache-of-the-mind-suffering-of-the-suffering/): The ICU Experience: A Lesson in Perspective Many moons ago in November 2006, my father was undergoing treatment at SICU (surgical ICU) at the Fortis Hospital, Bannerghatta Road (then Wockhardt). He was there for 4 days. Patients who have undergone surgery are placed immediately after their operation in SICU. Some come back to life through […]
- [Unlock Your Potential: The Power of Coach Credentialing](https://blog.coacharya.com/the-power-of-coach-credentialing/): Why? In the ever-evolving landscape of professional coaching, credentialing has emerged as a crucial differentiator. It’s not just about having a certificate; it’s about demonstrating your commitment to excellence, ethical practice, and continuous growth. Understanding the significance of credentialing can be the key to unlocking new opportunities and elevating your coaching career to unprecedented heights. […]
- [Mastery Level Secrets: 10X Your Coaching](https://blog.coacharya.com/mastery-level-secrets-10x-yourcoaching/): Why Mastery-level coaching represents the pinnacle of coaching excellence, offering transformative experiences that can profoundly impact clients’ lives and careers. Understanding the essence of mastery coaching is crucial for coaches aspiring to reach the zenith of their profession and for clients seeking the highest caliber of coaching support. Mastery coaching transcends basic techniques, embodying a […]
- [4 Ways Systemic Coaching Can Transform You](https://blog.coacharya.com/4-ways-systemic-coaching-transform-you/): In our interconnected world, effective leadership coaching transcends individual executive coaching. This article introduces a revolutionary systemic coaching approach that reimagines traditional life and executive coaching methods. Discover how to create a lasting, far-reaching impact by embracing these four innovative future-of-work steps that will revolutionize your coaching practice. The Shortcomings of Conventional Coaching Traditional life […]
- [7 Powerful Self-Coaching Tools for Optimal Well-being](https://blog.coacharya.com/7-powerful-self-coaching-tools/): In today’s fast-paced world, we often overlook the most potent tool for health and well-being: our inner healing capacity. As Hippocrates, the father of modern medicine, wisely observed, “The natural force within each of us is the greatest healer of all.” In this blog, let’s explore 7 time-honored practices that can help you tap into […]
- [Caregiver Coaching: 5 Tips for Intentional Parenting](https://blog.coacharya.com/5-tips-for-intentional-parenting/): While coaching executives, quite often issues being explored tend to relate to parenting or having been parented. As it’s often said, all deeper issues in business and executive coaching tend to be life issues. Of life issues, invalidation comes up as one of the most important disempowerment areas. Within invalidation what happened in one’s childhood […]
- [Bridging the Gap Between Gen Z and Corporations](https://blog.coacharya.com/bridging-the-gap-gen-z-and-corporation/): The Trust Crisis The most critical and singular issue Gen Z faces today is trust. Many, including baby boomers, observe that youth have little to no faith in traditional institutions. They distrust family, religion, society, gurus, government, and virtually anyone they know. Consequently, they often turn to unfamiliar figures on social media for guidance, potentially […]

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