Hustle and Heat of Professional Coaching in Agile with Susannah Chambers

Unlock the transformative power of Agile coaching as I sit across from Susannah Chambers, an Agile Coach Lead with a flair for guiding professionals through the intricate dance of development and growth. Her wisdom cuts through the fog, dismantling the myths that often cloud the understanding of professional coaching. Get ready to shift your perspective on the role coaching can play in both your career trajectory and personal evolution. Susannah, with her in-depth and vast expertise, illustrates the unique ways that professional coaching diverges from therapy or mentoring, and stresses the importance of maintaining an environment of ethical standards and psychological safety.Our conversation with Susannah ventures into the adaptable world of coaching models like the GROW framework, demonstrating the necessity of tailoring these strategies to the individual's journey. Like easing children into sports by modifying the rules to foster enjoyment before competition, professional coaching too starts with creating a 'container' for growth—a space where safety and structure allow for clients to explore and expand. Susannah encourages a playful, experimental approach to coaching, crafting an experience as unique as the individuals involved. Tune in for an episode that promises to challenge your assumptions about coaching and inspire a fresh, agile approach to personal and professional development.Connect with Susannah on LinkedIn!https://www.linkedin.com/in/susannah-c-27a01518/Support the showFollow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-agile-within