Darcy Luoma Coaching and Consulting

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What happens when Type A meets Thoughtfully Fit

 

by Deb MacKenzie, DLCC Vice President

What the hell did I get myself into?! I’m a total type A, and even worse, I act like one! What am I doing with all these “nice” people who are all touchy feely? That sums up my first few months working for Darcy Luoma Coaching & Consulting.

I came from a very dysfunctional corporate environment. Our leader was a micro-manager who always looked for what you did wrong, rather than the 100 things you did right. Needless to say, I’d hardened over the years in that toxic environment. Then I start working with Darcy and it was a huge culture shock to say the least. All of a sudden I’m working with people who valued my opinion and celebrated my successes (see, I even talk a little “coachy” now and then!).  [Read more…]

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A different kind of workplace safety

by Jill Mueller, DLCC Coaching Coordinator and Learning Experience Designer

When starting a coaching relationship, one of the most important things that a coach needs to do is create a safe environment for the client. If a client doesn’t feel safe, it doesn’t matter how well the coach listens or how good the coach’s questions are. Without safety, the client is going to stay in their comfort zone. It’s difficult to explore different perspectives or try new things if it doesn’t feel safe. [Read more…]

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Stepping out of your comfort zone

by Liza Waters, DLCC Writer

Spending many hours a week writing like a life coach has been quite an experience! Most people who know me know that I am not really a life coach-y kind of gal. I am practical to a fault, and would rather just give advice than spend time exploring options and blind spots. I swear a lot, and a large percentage of the world drives me crazy. However, I have also come to appreciate the positive effect that coaching can have on individuals and teams. [Read more…]

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The one thing ALL successful life coaching clients have

by DLCC Coach Brian Yaucher

As a life coach, I would define “successful coaching” as a powerful relationship between a coach and client that embodies trust, openness and support through thoughtful questions to help obtain the goals the client has presented. So what does this mean to anyone who might be interested in hiring a coach? Below are a few things to think about before hiring a coach to help make sure you have a successful coaching relationship. [Read more…]

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Something’s different about you

Coach's Corner with Nancy Turngren

By DLCC Coach Nancy Turngren

As I sit across from my former client “Sally”, I notice a different air about her. When I first met Sally, she described herself as bored, insecure, trapped, and fearful. Her resumé reflected quite the opposite:  successful business woman, advocate for others, knowledgeable and worldly. Clearly, conflict was building inside of her. She said she felt trapped. She concluded she needed help moving forward and committed to a six-month journey of coaching. [Read more…]

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