The Coaching Inn

Natalie Miller-Snell joins Claire Pedrick to talk about her move from construction to coaching, the importance of trusting yourself, and the process of gathering her stories into a book.   Listen to how understanding your inner voice and harnessing your experiences can lead to personal growth. The parallels between building in construction and coaching: starting with a concept and navigating a non-linear path. The significance of trusting your intuition and already having the answers within you. The story behind Natalie’s book, "You Already Have the Answer," and tips for repurposing content.   Plus some great book recommendations: You Already Have the Answer by Natalie Miller-Snell Seize the Day Podcast Shine by Andy Cope & Gavin Oates Your Body is Your Brain by Amanda Blake The Wilding of Em's Path by Ana K. Wren In a Thousand Different Ways by Cecelia Ahern Sociopath by Patric Gagne Badlands  Contact: Contact Natalie through LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/natalie-miller-snell/ Instagram  @nmscoaching Contact Claire by emailing info@3dcoaching.com  or check out our Substack where you can talk with other listeners. Further Information: Subscribe or follow The Coaching Inn on your podcast platform or our YouTube Channel to hear or see new episodes as they drop. Find out more about 3D Coaching and get new ideas and offers in our weekly email. Keywords: Coaching, Self-discovery, Personal growth, Trust yourself, Inner genius, Career transition, Natalie Miller-Snell, Book writing, Podcasting, Community support, Intuition, Transformation, Civil engineering, COVID journey, Coaching tips, Self-awareness, Repurposing content, Creative process, Professional development, Empowerment   We love having a variety of guests join us! Please remember that inviting someone to participate does not mean we necessarily endorse their views or opinions. We believe in open conversation and sharing different perspectives.  

If you thought coaching had to be serious to be effective, meet Jill Salzman — who decided to write a coaching book as a graphic novel. A comic-style book about mindset blocks, fears, and what it really means to coach. Her purpose? To show that coaching isn’t just deep thinking — it’s also fun, relatable, and human. She wanted to challenge the idea that we need to be overly serious or “professional” to be credible. So she created five fictional characters — a superhero among them — who embody common excuses clients use: “I don’t have time,” “I’m too inexperienced,” and so on.    Through playful art and storytelling, she makes coaching accessible and engaging for everyone, even kids.What stands out? The notion that coaching doesn’t have to be a heavy, intimidating process. It can be light, joyful, and authentic — because that’s where real connection and transformation happen.Maybe that’s the point. Perhaps we need to remember that human connection — not perfection — is the core of coaching success.   The Big But Book https://amzn.to/3NkupL3 www.jillsalzman.com Contact: Contact Jill through Linked In https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillll/ Contact Claire by emailing info@3dcoaching.com  or check out our Substack where you can talk with other listeners. Further Information: Subscribe or follow The Coaching Inn on your podcast platform or our YouTube Channel to hear or see new episodes as they drop. Find out more about 3D Coaching and get new ideas and offers in our weekly email. Keywords: graphic novel, coaching, Jill Salzman, creativity, facilitative thinking, humor in coaching, self-awareness, body language, virtual coaching, entrepreneur to coach, consulting vs coaching, playful learning, coloring books, visual aids, human connection, authenticity, coaching tools, personal growth, coaching insights, innovative coaching   We love having a variety of guests join us! Please remember that inviting someone to participate does not mean we necessarily endorse their views or opinions. We believe in open conversation and sharing different perspectives.

In today’s episode, Robbie Swale joins Claire Pedrick to share the journey behind his new book, The Power to Choose, revealing how patience, reflection, and authenticity shape meaningful work and personal growth. Whether you're writing, coaching, or navigating life's uncertainties, Robbie offers practical wisdom on holding long-term goals and embracing inevitable shifts.   You can get the book here https://amzn.to/4b4xPe4   Contact: Contact Robbie  through Linked In , robbieswalecoaching.com or thecoachsjourney.com  Contact Claire by emailing info@3dcoaching.com  or check out our Substack where you can talk with other listeners. Further Information: Subscribe or follow The Coaching Inn on your podcast platform or our YouTube Channel to hear or see new episodes as they drop. Find out more about 3D Coaching and get new ideas and offers in our weekly email. Keywords: Power to Choose, Robbie Swale, personal growth, agency, transformation, authenticity, patience, perseverance, creative process, intentional living, self-discovery, coaching, writing journey, vulnerability, long-term goals, mindset shift, emotional highs, personal evolution, meaningful work, stress-testing ideas.   We love having a variety of guests join us! Please remember that inviting someone to participate does not mean we necessarily endorse their views or opinions. We believe in open conversation and sharing different perspectives.  

This is (now) the first of an occasional series of open table episodes where Claire Pedrick and Jackie Haywood talk about mastery and simplicity in coaching. They share insights on letting go of perfectionism, embracing vulnerability, and cultivating a presence that fosters genuine connection. This conversation challenges the idea that mastery is a destination and highlights the importance of ongoing curiosity and humility.   Join us in the studio or the audience for our next recording. Here’s how to register https://buytickets.at/3dcoaching/2067686 The difference between doing and being in coaching and how mastery involves refining both The metaphor of mastery as navigating an ocean and the importance of humility in the process The role of vulnerability, failure, and authenticity in developing deep coaching skills Practical examples of falling flat and the value of normalizing mistakes The concept of moving from prickliness to compassion and effortless presence The importance of adaptability and trusting the coaching process rather than rigid formulas Exploring the inner work: inner and outer mastery, inner dialogue, and role models Dorothy Strachan’s "What, Now What?" and the importance of rightsizing The significance of curiosity, ease, and flow over perfection and performative mastery Contact: Contact Jackie through Linked In linkedin.com/in/haywoodjackie Contact Claire by emailing info@3dcoaching.com  or check out our Substack where you can talk with other listeners. Further Information: Subscribe or follow The Coaching Inn on your podcast platform or our YouTube Channel to hear or see new episodes as they drop. Find out more about 3D Coaching and get new ideas and offers in our weekly email. Keywords: coaching mastery, authentic presence, vulnerability in coaching, perfectionism, humility, genuine connection, coaching skills, adaptability, inner work, outer mastery, role models, live masterclasses, mental models, curiosity, ease and flow, performative mastery, coaching process, audience participation, Jackie Haywood, Claire Pedrick, MCC   We love having a variety of guests join us! Please remember that inviting someone to participate does not mean we necessarily endorse their views or opinions. We believe in open conversation and sharing different perspectives.

‘Where words fail, music speaks’   Explore how jazz improvisation and extemporization can deepen our coaching. Join musician and coach Paul Douglas as he shares insights with Claire Pedrick on responsiveness, creativity, and presence - showing that improvisation is a vital skill for coaches and life itself. Key Topics: The difference between improvisation and extemporization in music and coaching How improvisation fosters courage, adaptability, and listening skills Using musical structures like jazz frameworks to enhance coaching agility The importance of body language, tone, and sound in creating impactful coaching moments Practical ways to incorporate live music and sound for reflection and connection in coaching The role of ego, skill, and intuition in responsive coaching How improvisation cultivates a deeper connection to the “mood” and “feel” in sessions The parallels between jazz audiences' response and client feedback Techniques for reading a room and trusting instinct during coaching conversations Resources & Links: Pippa Evans came to The Coaching Inn https://thecoachinginn.podbean.com/e/coaching-and-improv-with-pippa-evans/ Spirit'n'Jazz on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/artist/4f1R0xrNkbAaZ19ny9sWoN?si=iqCnGM41QPKD7FeRdF9nvA Www. dhrecords.com  Contact: Contact Paul  through Linked In https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-douglas-47795b33/  Contact Claire by emailing info@3dcoaching.com  or check out our Substack where you can talk with other listeners. Further Information: Subscribe or follow The Coaching Inn on your podcast platform or our YouTube Channel to hear or see new episodes as they drop. Find out more about 3D Coaching and get new ideas and offers in our weekly email. Keywords: improvisation, extemporization, coaching, jazz, Paul Douglas, creativity, responsiveness, presence, adaptability, listening skills, musical frameworks, body language, sound, reflection, connection, ego, intuition, mood, client feedback, coaching agility   We love having a variety of guests join us! Please remember that inviting someone to participate does not mean we necessarily endorse their views or opinions. We believe in open conversation and sharing different perspectives.

How can those epiphany moments transform coaching and spiritual guidance? Elizabeth Stewart joins Claire Pedrick to share her journey, insights, and practical tools to foster deep breakthroughs in the people we coach,  and in ourselves. The difference and overlap between spiritual direction and coaching What is an epiphany moment and why it's a powerful catalyst for change How to create an environment that invites epiphany through awareness and creativity Practical tools: using objects, drawing, and the Conference of the Birds Common barriers to epiphany: resistance, fear, status quo, shadow work The importance of patience, silence, and reverence in coaching sessions Self-reflection and self-awareness as prerequisites for facilitating breakthroughs The role of the divine presence and intuitive listening in spiritual direction Tips for coaches to cultivate openness to unexpected insights   Listen to another episode where I was  talking about Spiritual Direction with Sarah Broscombe https://thecoachinginn.podbean.com/e/coaching-and-spiritual-accompaniment/   Contact: Contact Elizabeth through Linked In http://linkedin.com/in/elizabeth-anne-stewart-phd/ https://www.elizabeth-annestewart.com https://www.collectiveinkbooks.com/changemakers-books/our-books/unlocking-epiphany-moments-life-coaches Contact Claire by emailing info@3dcoaching.com  or check out our Substack where you can talk with other listeners. Further Information: Subscribe or follow The Coaching Inn on your podcast platform or our YouTube Channel to hear or see new episodes as they drop. Find out more about 3D Coaching and get new ideas and offers in our weekly email. Keywords: epiphany moments, inner breakthroughs, coaching insights, spiritual guidance, awareness creation, transformative change, Elizabeth Ann Stewart, coaching tools, spiritual direction, self-reflection, intuitive listening, divine presence, patience in coaching, creative exercises, shadow work, resistance management, coaching tips, breakthrough techniques, fostering epiphanies, transformational change   We love having a variety of guests join us! Please remember that inviting someone to participate does not mean we necessarily endorse their views or opinions. We believe in open conversation and sharing different perspectives.

Chris Paterson emailed Claire Pedrick:   I wonder if there is a podcast around the title “What can’t I bring to supervision?” which could be interesting to explore. My sense is that lots of coaches will have things that would be valuable for them to discuss but they either don’t trust their supervisor enough or don’t feel they would be allowed to discuss things that might not be directly related to their coaching practice. Of course, this comes down to the contracting between them and their supervisor and I wonder if a conversation which included examples of topics such as grief and loss, forgiveness, caring responsibilities, life events and choices might give coaches more permission to discuss what really matters to them in supervision rather than having to perform in some way.   Listen to find out more!   Resources & Links: Talk to Claire or Chris about coaching supervision The Road Less Travelled by M. Scott Peck The Inner Game of Tennis by Timothy Gallwey   Contact: Contact Chris through Linked In https://www.linkedin.com/in/smilebecurious/  Contact Claire by emailing info@3dcoaching.com  or check out our Substack where you can talk with other listeners. Further Information: Subscribe or follow The Coaching Inn on your podcast platform or our YouTube Channel to hear or see new episodes as they drop. Find out more about 3D Coaching and get new ideas and offers in our weekly email. Keywords: coaching supervision, personal growth, professional excellence, human connection, emotional processing, vulnerability, authenticity, trust and safety, group supervision, self-awareness, psychological safety, coaching practice, resilience, emotional intelligence, leadership development, reflective space, coaching community, presence and compassion, supervision accessibility, coaching support   We love having a variety of guests join us! Please remember that inviting someone to participate does not mean we necessarily endorse their views or opinions. We believe in open conversation and sharing different perspectives.

Discover how doubts can be transformed from obstacles into catalysts for growth, innovation, and stronger leadership. In this episode, Jenny Williams comes to The Coaching Inn to talk to Claire Pedrick about her journey from accidental coach to author of Brilliant Doubt, exploring how embracing doubt can lead to better decision-making and organizational safety.   Key Topics: From sales to coaching, and the accidental path to leadership The duality of doubt: Active vs. inactive doubt and their roles in personal and organizational growth How doubt can fuel curiosity, collaboration, and courageous decisions The impact of MCC Certification on Jenny’s coaching philosophy and doubt The influence of systemic, situational, and self-doubt in organizations The post office scandal as an example of systemic doubt in culture   Resources & Links: Brilliant Doubt by Jenny Williams comes out on 17th February Jenny Williams Coaching Mr Bates and The Post Office    Contact: Contact Jenny Website LinkedIn Instagram or jennywilliamscoaching.co.uk Contact Claire by emailing info@3dcoaching.com  or check out our Substack where you can talk with other listeners. Further Information: Subscribe or follow The Coaching Inn on your podcast platform or our YouTube Channel to hear or see new episodes as they drop. Find out more about 3D Coaching and get new ideas and offers in our weekly email.   Keywords: doubt, leadership, innovation, growth, coaching, psychological safety, organizational change, curiosity, decision-making, systemic doubt, imposter syndrome, active doubt, MCC certification, vulnerability, collaboration, breakthrough, personal development, organizational culture, Jenny Williams, Brilliant Doubt   We love having a variety of guests join us! Please remember that inviting someone to participate does not mean we necessarily endorse their views or opinions. We believe in open conversation and sharing different perspectives.

Today we turn the tables at The Coaching Inn as Claire becomes the guest and Becki Barrett, Cristina Matei and Anna Hewitt ask the questions. We explore the transformation, challenge and being real in coaching. And how personal experiences, both positive and difficult, shape our coaching style and effectiveness. The conversation highlights the importance of making our work our own and the value of vulnerability and imperfection in building genuine connections with the people we work with. Become part of our supervision community https://www.patreon.com/c/clairepedrick   Check out Jack’s shop https://www.etsy.com/shop/MESBGrepair   Contact: Contact our guests through Linked In  Anna Hewitt linkedin.com/in/anna-hewitt-coach Becki Barrett https://www.linkedin.com/in/becki-barrett/ Cristina Matei https://www.linkedin.com/in/cristinaematei/ Contact Claire by emailing info@3dcoaching.com  or check out our Substack where you can talk with other listeners. Further Information: Subscribe or follow The Coaching Inn on your podcast platform or our YouTube Channel to hear or see new episodes as they drop. Find out more about 3D Coaching and get new ideas and offers in our weekly email. Keywords: coaching, authenticity, challenges, personal growth, vulnerability, transformation, self-improvement, leadership, empowerment, resilience, mindfulness, communication, emotional intelligence, professional development, mentoring, self-awareness, adaptability, innovation, collaboration, success   We love having a variety of guests join us! Please remember that inviting someone to participate does not mean we necessarily endorse their views or opinions. We believe in open conversation and sharing different perspectives.  

Today, Emma Bell talks to Claire Pedrick about moving from therapist to coach. She discusses the impact of her cancer diagnosis during the pandemic and how it shaped her approach to coaching, particularly in supporting those who are childless not by choice. Emma is passionate about the importance of creating safe spaces for conversations and the role of walking in her coaching practice.   Takeaways   Sometimes you just know - it’s magic! Coaching sparked my curiosity and changed my career path. Cancer diagnosis taught me resilience and empathy. Creating safe spaces is crucial for meaningful conversations. Walking is a metaphor for forward movement in coaching. Supporting childless individuals is a passion of mine. Empathy and understanding are key in coaching. Coaching during the pandemic brought unique challenges. Personal experiences shape professional approaches. Connection and clarity come from being present. Coaching is about allowing things to unfold naturally. The Full Stop https://www.thefullstoppod.com/ Gateway Women https://gateway-women.com/   Join us walking in The Malvern Hills with other Coaches https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12827884/   Contact: Contact Emma hello@emmabellcoaching.co.uk http://www.linkedin.com/in/emma-bell-childlesscoach through Linked In  Contact Claire by emailing info@3dcoaching.com  or check out our Substack where you can talk with other listeners. Further Information: Subscribe or follow The Coaching Inn on your podcast platform or our YouTube Channel to hear or see new episodes as they drop. Find out more about 3D Coaching and get new ideas and offers in our weekly email. Keywords: childless not by choice, coaching journey, cancer resilience, safe spaces, empathy in coaching, walking coaching, personal growth, emotional support, life transitions, mental health, empowerment, community building, coaching philosophy, professional development, overcoming adversity, meaningful conversations, self-reflection, intuitive knowing, life coaching, personal transformation   We love having a variety of guests join us! Please remember that inviting someone to participate does not mean we necessarily endorse their views or opinions. We believe in open conversation and sharing different perspectives.