Go Coach Yourself!
Welcome to Go Coach Yourself!, a podcast to help you get unf*cked and build the incredible life you deserve. We’re Vic and Ryan, two certified coaches trying to change the world one conversation at a time.
In our respective practices, we’ve noticed common experiences or themes that come up again and again with clients. We started Go Coach Yourself to share our thoughts, experiences and tips with more people, giving you tools you can use to navigate your own way through any of the topics we cover. Through these examples and deep dives on coaching topics we hope you’ll gain a greater understanding of what working with a coach can involve. We believe everyone deserves to have a coach in their team, so whether you’re still exploring to find the right coach for you or you are ready to get started, we’re excited to give you an inside look at how two coaches see the world. We’re going to have a ton of fun along the way, and welcome you to join us on this journey!
About Vic Smith, CPCC
Go Coach Yourself!
Mastering the Art of Asking Questions - Meaningful Conversations Series (2/5)
In this episode of Go Coach Yourself!, Vic and Ryan discuss the crucial role of asking deep, meaningful questions in fostering genuine connections. They explore how questions can reveal values and beliefs, helping reduce loneliness and increase empathy. The conversation is a part of a five-part series focusing on meaningful conversations, guided by insights from Charles Duhigg's research on super communicators. The episode emphasizes the importance of open-ended, follow-up questions that encourage vulnerability and meaningful dialogue. The hosts also share personal experiences to highlight the impact of thoughtful questioning. Key takeaways include practicing depth in questions, maintaining curiosity, and employing intuition to create an inclusive and engaging conversational space.
References:
Charles Duhigg - How to Have More Meaningful Conversations
Harvard Business Review - How to Be a Supercommunicator at Work
Charles Duhigg's work
Other Episodes:
Meaningful Conversations Series - Intro 1/5
Hosts:
Ryan Reichert-Estes, StackRise Coaching | LinkedIn | Insta: @stackrisecoaching
Vic Smith, WhistleSmith.co | LinkedIn | Insta: @vic_bk