Real Talk for Coaches

Real Talk for Coaches

'Real Talk for Coaches,' the podcast dedicated to helping coaching professionals thrive—personally and professionally. Every week, we dive into the state of the coaching industry, explore professional development, or discuss how coaching can be integrated into various facets of life. You will find real talk and shenanigans that inspire, motivate, and hopefully make you laugh. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episodes

May 26, 2025 13 mins

In this episode of Real Talk for Coaches, Dr. Dawn C. Davis Reid and Coach Will tackle the “reset revolution” and break down essential techniques for recentering during coaching sessions. Learn exactly how to keep your conversations impactful, focused, and transformative.


  • The two main definitions of recentering in coaching—and when to use each one
  • How the echo method helps clients dive deeper into their statements and emotion...
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Unlock the secrets of active listening in coaching with Dr. Dawn Reid and Coach Will on this episode of Real Talk For Coaches. Learn actionable techniques to deepen your coaching practice and avoid common pitfalls.


  • The three levels of listening and how they impact effective coaching
  • The difference between surface, active, and deep/global listening
  • Common listening pitfalls and practical tips to avoid them
  • The MIND model for coa...
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In this episode of Real Talk for Coaches, Dr. Dawn C. Davis Reid and Coach Will dig into the transformative power of holding space and sacred silence in coaching. Discover practical strategies to enhance your presence and create breakthroughs for your clients.


  • The importance of sacred silence and why it leads to powerful coaching moments
  • How holding space differs from active listening
  • The MIND and PARA models for implementing ...
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In this episode of Real Talk for Coaches, hosts Dr. Dawn C. Davis Reid and Coach Will delve into the often-overlooked challenges of the coaching profession. They discuss the delicate balance coaches must maintain to navigate the emotional complexities of their work.


Topics explored include:

  • The emotional labor involved in coaching and the importance of setting boundaries.
  • Understanding emotional regulation and its cognitive to...
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In this episode of Real Talk for Coaches, hosts Dr. Dawn C. Davis Reid and Coach Will tackle the essential skill of being truly present with clients. Discover practical techniques for staying in the moment and navigating the common challenges coaches face.


Topics we explore in this episode:

  • Discuss the importance of presence in coaching and how to break free from mental chatter.
  • Explore emotional regulation models like PARA an...
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Unlock the journey to becoming a certified coach with our in-depth discussion on coaching credentials. Join Dr. Dawn C. Davis Reid and Coach Will as they delve into the world of coaching standards, ethics, and organizations.


Topics explored include:

  • Explore the key differences among major coaching organizations like ICF, BCC, IAC, and EMCC.
  • Understand the significance of ICF's coaching competencies and ethical standards.
  • Learn ...
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Join Dr. Dawn C. Davis Reid and Coach Will as they explore the essential aspects of coach development in this insightful episode of Real Talk for Coaches. Discover the importance of staying updated and the impact it has on your coaching journey.


Topics explored include:

  • Explore the purpose and importance of coach development.
  • Understand the requirements for recertification, including CCEs and mentoring hours.
  • Learn how continuo...
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Join Dr. Dawn C. Davis Reed and Coach Will in an exciting episode of Real Talk for Coaches, where they take a closer look at the future of coaching. With humor and insight, they explore the trends that are expected to shape the coaching industry by 2025. Whether you're a seasoned coach or just starting, these insights will help you understand where coaching is headed and how you can thrive in this evolving field.


- Delve into th...

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Join Dr. Dawn C. Davis Reed and Coach Will in this episode of Real Talk for Coaches as they explore the evolving landscape of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) within the coaching industry. Understand the impact of recent political changes and executive orders on DEIB practices.


In this episode, we cover:


- DEIB’s significance and misconceptions within the coaching industry.

- The influence of company values o...

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Join Dr. Dawn Reid and Coach Will in this episode of Real Talk for Coaches as they explore the intricacies of human behavior and communication through the DISC assessment. Discover how understanding your DISC style can enhance both professional and personal relationships.


In this episode, we cover:


- Introduction to the DISC assessment and its relevance in communication.

- Differences between DISC styles: Dominance, Influence,...

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Join Dr. Dawn C. Reid and Coach Will in an exciting episode of Real Talk for Coaches, where they take a closer look at the future of coaching. With humor and insight, they explore the trends that are expected to shape the coaching industry by 2025. Whether you're a seasoned coach or just starting, these insights will help you understand where coaching is headed and how you can thrive in this evolving field.


In this episode, we c...

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February 11, 2025 9 mins
In this pod-reel bonus session, Dr. Reid shares insights and perspectives about processing chaos, stress and uncertainty. She breaks down being with big feelings, strong emotions, and flowing in space of the unknown, e.g., sitting with stress-feelings.

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February 11, 2025 12 mins
In this pod-reel bonus session, Dr. Reid explores why its essential for coaches to self-prioritize, how to reframe overwhelming tasks, and how self-prioritization is good for them and their clients.

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February 11, 2025 8 mins
In this bonus pod-reel, Dr. Reid chats about the influence of coaching on the coach. She shares insights on how practice makes improvement, and studies support that coaching influence the future effectiveness on coaching professionals.

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October 17, 2022 57 mins
In this episode, Coach Dawn welcomes you all back and gets right into the topic "ya gotta start somewhere" to achieve success. Coach Dawn is direct on explaining the importance of knowing where you want to be, being intentional and clear on what your focus is, when you are not sure where to start or if you feel that you are all over the place in getting started.

Have a topic you want Coach Dawn to discuss? Leave your suggestions in ...

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In this episode, Coach Vanessa and I give you real talk on helping coaching clients "pause." This was one of our powerful discussions and w/Coach V., you know we get rejuvenate coaches to strive for their best! Remember, to like, share and subscribe. You can also tell us what topics are important to you and we may discuss it in an upcoming episode.

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As we know, coaching is a partnership. And, that includes accountability. The role of the coach is to partner with the coachee to identify 1) how the coachee will hold themselves accountable, 2) how the coachee sees the coach holding accountability, and 3) how the coach holds themselves accountable.

In this episode, Coach Dawn discusses with Coach Cinque on what it means to be accountable and how the coach and coachee can align on w...

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Listen now to me and my special guest, Coach Janneh as we discuss "Coaching the Client, Not the Problem." If you are interested in being a coach or how to shift your mindset as a coach, you do not want to miss this episode. This topic is going to help you correct one of the biggest mistakes coaches make during the coaching session--coaching the problem instead of coaching the client. Coach Jannah views the topic from an organizatio...

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March 20, 2022 33 mins
Listen now to Dr. Dawn C. Reid, and her special guest, Coach Joi Gedeon, as they discuss "Coaching on Sex & Intimacy." During the live recording these two amazing coaches have a candid discussion about the difference between sex and intimacy, what sex & intimacy coaching is and how this is a trending area if you are interested in helping couples and individuals improve their sex life or deepen their experience with intimacy.

If yo...

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We are so excited to launch our first Sponsor Spot Light episode of Real Talk for Coaches.

In this episode, entrepreneur and author, James Anderson, Jr., share with us his mental and physical path back to himself as we discuss his book, Doodles of a Survivor: Journey Back to James. This will be an opportunity for you to experience how James used his cancer diagnosis, three divorces, and life experiences to find self-healing. I ask ...

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