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What does it mean to be an “expert” in coaching? In the final episode of Season 4 of PRIME SPACE, Elias Scultori, MCC, PMC, ESIA, reflects on a powerful moment from the recent conversation with Ann Fogolin — a moment that speaks directly to the heart of coaching, leadership, and human development. The deeper we grow in this profession, the more aware we become of how much we do not know. Coaching is not about occupying the spotlight with our knowledge, insights, or brilliance. It is about creating space for others to reconnect with their own wisdom, power, and humanity. Humility and courage. We believe these two qualities sit at the very core of coaching. In this episode, Elias explores: • Why coaching is a humbling act • The illusion of certainty and expertise • What it means to truly listen • The courage required to let go of the need to “know” • How real empowerment happens in the coaching relationship As we close Season 4 of PRIME SPACE, we want to thank everyone who has listened, shared, commented, and supported these conversations throughout the season. Season 5 is already in development, and we are deeply excited about what’s coming next. 🎧 Listen to the episode: YouTube - https://lnkd.in/eeWubUtE Spotify - https://lnkd.in/eKQe7YqX Apple Podcasts - https://lnkd.in/ebsEfaQ3 #Coaching #Leadership #ExecutiveCoaching #CoachingMindset #ProfessionalCoaching #LeadershipDevelopment #ICF #MCC #TransformationalCoaching #AuthenticLeadership #EmotionalIntelligence #CoachDevelopment

Many coaches quietly carry something we rarely talk about openly: isolation. After the energy of coach training ends, many of us begin building our practices alone — holding complex client situations, ethical questions, business pressures, and self-doubt in silence. This week on PRIME SPACE, Elias explores why community is not optional for coaches. It is foundational. Included in the discussion: • Why coaching can become isolating • The importance of reflective practice • Why “a coach needs a coach” • Shame, vulnerability, and asking for support • The role of mentor coaching, supervision, and peer community • How authentic professional relationships sustain us over time Elias says: "I would not be where I am today without the coaches who challenged me, supported me, and walked alongside me throughout this journey." If you are a coach, we hope this episode reminds you of something important: You are not alone. 🎧 Listen to “You Are Not Alone” on PRIME SPACE. YouTube - https://lnkd.in/ep9bcM53 Spotify - https://lnkd.in/epR9ar8q Apple Podcasts - https://lnkd.in/ejrVRrFF #Coaching #ExecutiveCoaching #LeadershipDevelopment #ICF #CoachTraining #MentorCoaching #CoachSupervision #ReflectivePractice #ProfessionalDevelopment

Some coaching conversations stay with us long after the session ends. In this month’s PRIME HOUR, we explored one of the most challenging realities of coaching: supporting clients through complex, emotionally charged, and sometimes toxic situations — while remaining grounded, ethical, and present as coaches. Together, we reflected on: • Empathy vs. sympathy in coaching • Managing our own emotional triggers • Coaching through workplace toxicity and power dynamics • Holding confidentiality under pressure • The role of mentor coaching, supervision, and peer support • How to support clients without taking away their agency One insight that deeply resonated throughout the conversation: “It’s about the ability to be with and present to somebody who’s really struggling without getting into the struggle.” Grateful to everyone who contributed their experiences, wisdom, and vulnerability to this conversation. The recording of “Coaching Through Complex Situations” is now available on YouTube. https://lnkd.in/eFKW4Tuf #Coaching #ExecutiveCoaching #LeadershipCoaching #ICF #CoachDevelopment #MentorCoaching #CoachingSupervision #EmotionalIntelligence #LeadershipDevelopment #ProfessionalCoaching #WorkplaceCulture #TransformationalCoaching

What does it mean to move a profession forward without losing its essence? In the latest episode of PRIME SPACE, Elias Scultori, MCC, PMC, ESIA, sits down with Ann Fogolin, MCC, to explore the future of coaching in a grounded, candid conversation. They reflect on how the profession has evolved, from the introduction of competency markers to current shifts in credentialing, and what these changes reveal about how we understand coaching itself. They also look at the growing presence of AI in our field. Not from a place of resistance, but with a clear question: what remains distinctly human in coaching, and why does it matter? This conversation is less about predicting trends and more about examining the choices before us as a profession. How do we continue to develop without losing the essence of what makes coaching meaningful? If you’re a coach, mentor, or deeply engaged in the craft, this is an invitation to reflect on the role you play in shaping what comes next. 🎧 Listen to the full episode here: YouTube - https://lnkd.in/efCvrw_6 Spotify - https://lnkd.in/eTHsvE9S Apple Podcasts - https://lnkd.in/ekSZkSFa #Coaching #ExecutiveCoaching #ICF #CoachingMindset #LeadershipDevelopment #ProfessionalCoaching #MentorCoaching #AI

The real barrier to change isn’t what our clients think… but how they think... In the latest episode of PRIME SPACE, Elias Scultori, MCC, PMC, ESIA sits down with Aaron Listhaus, ACC, to explore a subtle but powerful distinction: It’s the thinking, not the thought. As coaches, it can be tempting to engage with the content of what our clients bring—their challenges, their ideas, their stories. And while that content matters, transformation rarely happens there. It happens when we begin to notice patterns. * The way a client consistently anticipates failure * The lens through which they interpret relationships * The underlying beliefs shaping their decisions When we shift from analyzing what clients think to illuminating how they think, we open the door to something far more enduring than insight: awareness that creates choice. In this conversation, they explore: • Why clients can feel “stuck” even when they know what to do • The hidden patterns that quietly sustain current results • How small, consistent shifts reshape even the most ingrained habits One idea shared during the episode: “Lasting change isn’t a breakthrough moment—it’s something worn into place over time.” If you’re a coach committed to depth, precision, and meaningful transformation, this episode will expand how you listen and how you partner with your clients. 🎧 Listen now: YouTube - https://lnkd.in/eT55__ye Spotify - https://lnkd.in/eUuvGegE Apple Podcasts - https://lnkd.in/eCtXfEwm #Coaching #ExecutiveCoaching #LifeCoaching #ICF #CoachingSkills #TransformationalCoaching #SelfAwareness #Mindset #LeadershipDevelopment #ProfessionalCoaching

There are some changes coming to the ICF Certification process.  What does that mean to you? What does it say about coach training and development? Beginning January 1, 2027, the International Coaching Federation (ICF) will remove the requirement to submit coaching recordings for ACC and PCC portfolio applications. This is a shift from performance to development. From a one-time demonstration… to an ongoing process of growth. Instead of proving competence through a single recorded session, coaches will now be evaluated through a more robust mentor coaching journey, one that reflects how excellence is actually pursued: through practice, feedback, and reflection over time. There’s also a new layer of accountability with the introduction of the Mentor Coaching Qualification (MCQ), strengthening the role and standards of those who support this development. And perhaps this is where the real conversation begins. Not how we get certified… but why. If the goal is to continue developing as professionals, deepen our presence, refine our thinking, and expand the value we bring to our clients, then this shift matters. It invites a different level of commitment. In this week’s episode of PRIME SPACE, Elias Scultori, MCC, PMC, ESIA explores what this change means for coaches today and for the future of our profession. 🎧 Listen here: YouTube - https://lnkd.in/eNvcnBHK Spotify - https://lnkd.in/eFM5gkPJ Apple Podcasts - https://lnkd.in/ereDXeG7 We’d be curious to hear your perspective. What do you make of this change? #Coaching #ICF #ProfessionalCoaching #CoachDevelopment #MentorCoaching #LeadershipDevelopment #CoachingExcellence #ICFCertification #ExecutiveCoaching

The brilliant Christine Herrman, MSOD, ACC, sharing her insights during last week's session of PRIME HOUR. Come join us next month for more advanced conversations in coaching. https://lnkd.in/e6Jwr4RU Receive one CCE when you participate. #coaching #coachingCommunity #advancedConversationsInCoaching #seriousLearner #coachingStandards #coachingSkills

Empathy is often named as a core coaching skill. And yet… its depth continues to unfold the more we practice. Many of us have been influenced by the work of Dr. Brené Brown—especially her clear and human distinction between empathy and sympathy. It has helped shape how we think about connection in meaningful ways. In this episode of PRIME SPACE, Elias Scultori, MCC, PMC, ESIA, builds on that foundation and expands the conversation into the coaching space, exploring how empathy relates to sympathy, emotional resonance, and compassion in real client moments. This episode is an invitation to notice the subtleties: Where do we stay with the client? Where might we unintentionally create distance? Where does our desire to help begin to shift the dynamic? If you’re committed to deepening your presence and partnership as a coach, this reflection may resonate. 🎙️ “What’s empathy, really?” is now live. YouTube - https://lnkd.in/esaraETg Spotify - https://lnkd.in/eanrMZ-6 Apple Podcasts - https://lnkd.in/e3-Vy2ak #Coaching #CoachingMastery #ICF #Empathy #ExecutiveCoaching #LeadershipDevelopment #CoachingPresence #PRIMESPACE

What if creating a safe space is not enough? In coaching, we often speak about trust and safety as the foundation of the conversation. And it is. But what happens when growth asks for something more? In our latest PRIME HOUR, we explored the idea of Brave Space— an intentional environment where clients are invited (not pushed) to step into discomfort, challenge their thinking, and take ownership of their growth. A few reflections that stayed with me: • Trust is not created by the coach alone—it’s a partnership • Vulnerability is less about what we share, and more about how we show up • Growth rarely happens in comfort • Sometimes, the bravest thing a coach can do… is remain silent This conversation stretched perspectives—including ours. If you’re a coach, I’m curious: How are you inviting your clients to be brave? 🎥 Watch the full conversation here: https://lnkd.in/eR6rd48a #Coaching #CoachingSkills #ICFCoaching #LeadershipDevelopment #CoachingMindset