Self-knowledge is intelligence gathering, not weakness

On our first session, my then executive coach, Stephanie Wright told me: "If you want to record our sessions, feel free to do so." I didn't really pay attention. But from that first session, I recorded every conversation we had. Every release, every breakthrough, every sob. I listened to some of them as I was facing what I now call my glass ceiling as the CEO of Kolibri. They supported me. They gave me a greater sense of awareness. But I really didn't know why my phone was getting filled with 60 to 90 minute coaching session recordings. Until I stepped out of my CEO and shareholder role at the end of 2024. That's when it all made sense. I had been recording parts of the very own book I had dreamed of writing for so long and didn't allow myself to pursue. Becoming Untethered is out in FOUR weeks. And parts of it are straight up from the conversation from a CEO with her executive coach. It weaves my personal stories of transformation with the science and the body practices that allowed me to shed an entire personality. Breaking free from the good girl, top of class student, people pleaser conditioning, into the leader I was always meant to become. My exclusive list for early access and opportunities is open. Link in comment.

What did you leave your last event with? At Leaders Lobby Perth last week, most left with new connections, some left with new perspectives and 2 people left with a door prize too. 👏 Congratulations to our winners 🥇 1st Prize – Clara who won the 3 professional coaching sessions - congrats to you. 🥈 2nd Prize – Victoria who scored 2 tickets to any future Leaders Lobby Perth event. As it was a few days before International Coaching Week, Liz shared some tips on how to pick the right coach for you as well as signs that a coach could be benefit to you. Thank you to everyone who made the room what it was ... a practical, idea packed productivity boost. Some guests took advantage of the time management audit coaching call, to help them identify efficiency improvements using the hacks covered on the night - including time blocking and the weekly download approach. We have our next event happening on 18 June, with a focus on communication, with tickets available now.

“The 5-Minute Conversation” It doesn’t take a one-hour meeting to make an impact. Sometimes, it’s the five-minute conversation after the meeting — the one where you pause, listen, and ask, “What do you think we should do next?” That’s coaching in action — simple, human, and transformative. Because growth doesn’t always need time. It needs presence. 🎯 I empower executives and organizations to lead with clarity, resilience, and purpose. Learn more at www.rimaboujok.com

Weeding the patch - Yesterday, I was back at Worcester College, Oxford. One theme kept coming up in every coaching conversation: People are stretched. The pressure is constant. Expectations are high. And for many, it feels like there’s never enough time or space to focus on what really matters. But what if the answer isn’t doing more? What if it’s about weeding the patch - clearing what no longer serves, so energy can go where it has the greatest impact. Listen to hear how this simple shift can help individuals and teams create clarity, capacity, and better results. Adriana Ortiz Giovani Palafox-Alcantar Smith School of Enterprise and the Environment - University of Oxford

A lot of coaches assume the path to becoming a better coach is more training, more certifications, more frameworks. And of course, those things matter. But over the years, I’ve noticed something else: The right clients change you. They ask harder questions. They challenge your assumptions. They force you to think more strategically, listen more carefully, and grow beyond your default playbook. In many ways, the clients you attract determine the coach you become. That’s one reason I’m looking forward to my conversation with Dorie Clark for the Coaching.com Summit 2026. We’ll be talking about what actually attracts higher-level coaching clients beyond credentials or expertise alone. Including: 🔷 Why some coaches stay stuck when they focus  on credentials 🔷 How positioning influences the kinds of clients who seek you out 🔷 The subtle signals that build trust before a first conversation 🔷 What clients are actually evaluating when choosing a coach The summit runs June 1–11 and includes an incredible group of speakers, Nir Eyal, Lynda Gratton, 📚Michael Bungay Stanier, Marcia Reynolds, PsyD, MCC, and Lisa Orbé-Austin, PhD, and many others. It’s free to attend. If you’re thinking about how to elevate not just your business, but the level of conversations you’re having every day, I hope you’ll join us. Register here: https://lnkd.in/eBsdT97g 

Facilitating with Gráinne Sibley today! We'll be doing a modified Critical Uncertainties and 9 Whys, starting at 6pm EST.

Most high performers have cracked the code on building wealth, leading teams, and scaling businesses. But they're running their most important asset — their body and brain — on fumes. I work with a small group of founders, executives, and high-achievers who are done leaving physical and cognitive performance on the table. Here's what I build for them: ✅ Training programs designed for maximum results in minimal effective time period ✅ Nutrition guidance that fuels sharp thinking and sustained energy ✅ Cardio protocols that protect the heart and clear the mind ✅ Supplement strategies that actually move the needle ✅ Lifestyle structure to manage stress and recover at the highest level This isn't generic coaching. It's a fully personalized system built around your schedule, your goals, and the demands of your life. If you're a high performer who's ready to match your physical output to your professional output — drop a comment below or send me a DM. I'm opening 5 spots for online coaching clients this month. Together, we can build the best version of you.

From 20 Years of Burnout to "Finally Fitting In" 🧩 "I felt like a square peg, and I finally found the square hole." If you’ve ever felt burnt out and misaligned in your career, you need to hear Kerri Kroeker, ACC story. After two decades in her profession, completely exhausted, Kerri found Coach Academy—and finally "came home to herself." For Kerri, it wasn't just about learning research-based, elite coaching skills. It was about finding a powerhouse community where everyone lifts each other up. Watch her short video to see how she rediscovered pure joy and built a thriving coaching niche. ❤️ https://lnkd.in/ewimriZk Ready to find your perfect fit and scale your practice? The Coach Academy Mastermind Membership is your unfair advantage. We’ve just unlocked our brand-new Summer Series (May – July 2026)—a rolling cycle of live workshops designed to master high-level business strategy and the "art" of elite coaching. Inside this quarter’s live Mastermind workshop lineup: -The Alchemy of Mastery | Penny Kaplan (Advanced techniques & surgical focus) -Referral & Networking Series | Lisa Rotstein (Building a self-sustaining referral ecosystem) -Brand Storytelling Series | Christopher Sherman (Personal narratives that attract ideal clients) -Business Strategies Roadmap | Nathalie Blais (Step-by-step blueprints for a profitable practice) -The Mastery of Presence & Intuition | Sherry Matheson (Deepening transformation beneath the surface) Stop coaching in a vacuum. Learn in community, scale with strategy, and grow in alignment. 👉 Secure your Mastermind Membership and join the Summer Series here: https://lnkd.in/gFXDM8zU #CoachingExcellence #Mastermind #CoachAcademy #CareerTransformation #BusinessGrowth

5 Truths About Why Your Discovery Calls Feel Good… But Don’t Convert A lot of coaches walk away from discovery calls thinking: “That felt like such a good conversation.” And sometimes it was. There was connection. There was openness. There was a beautiful exchange. But then the prospect says: “I’ll think about it.” “I need to process.” “Let me get back to you.” “I need to talk to my spouse.” And you’re left wondering what happened. Here’s the truth: a discovery call can feel good and still not create enough clarity for someone to say yes. Because a discovery call is not just a conversation. It’s not just rapport. It’s not just listening and holding space. It’s the first moment your prospect should begin seeing what’s really going on, what it’s costing them, what they actually want, and why support matters now. When discovery stays too surface-level, objection handling becomes harder than it needs to be. Because by the time you get to the offer, they may still not fully understand the gap between where they are and where they want to go. And now you’re trying to “handle objections” that stronger discovery could have helped prevent. This is exactly what I’ll be teaching tomorrow during International Coaching Week in my workshop: Why Your Enrollment Conversations Don’t Convert — Even When You’re a Great Coach If you’re a newer coach, newly certified coach, or a coach who wants your discovery calls to feel more like coaching and less like convincing, I’d love for you to join me. Register here: https://lnkd.in/eQup58xc Because your coaching can change lives. But people need to get clear enough to say yes to it.

I spent years being one of the most experienced people in the room - and still second-guessing my next comment, question, or action. That's imposter syndrome. And if what I shared sounds familiar, it may be stalling your career and keeping you from being where you know you could be. In honor of International Coaching Week, I'm launching a ➡️ FREE course: 💥 The Kickstart Guide to Overcoming Imposter Syndrome for Female Leaders in STEM 💥 You'll learn the five traps keeping you stuck — and how to finally quiet the voice that tells you you're not enough. 🤫 You've already earned your seat at the table. This course helps you believe it. 👇 Link in comments!