Have you ever left a coaching session wondering, “Was that any good?” Or worse, have you had a coach who clearly wasn’t?

In this eye-opening episode of The Coaching Clinic, John Ball and Angela Besignano tackle one of the most uncomfortable but important questions in the coaching world: What makes someone a bad coach, and how do you know if that someone is you?

Whether you’re just getting started or you’ve been coaching for years, this conversation explores:

• The warning signs of ineffective coaching
• Scripted coaching vs. presence and real connection
• Why imposter syndrome never really disappears—and how to work with it
• The difference between growth and actual red flags
• How to develop your unique coaching style (without copying others)
• When passion for the craft trumps polished delivery

You’ll hear honest stories of coaching gone wrong, tough lessons learned, and why being committed to growth (not perfection) is what really matters.

If you're serious about being the best coach you can be—and staying human in the process—this episode is for you.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction: Bad Coaching Experiences

00:27 Identifying Bad Coaching

01:00 Personal Coaching Stories

02:06 The Importance of Effective Coaching

02:22 Self-Evaluation as a Coach

02:04 Challenges and Growth in Coaching

05:28 Commitment to Improvement

06:21 The Value of Professionalism

13:09 The Coaching Industry Boom

16:02 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

18:24 Conclusion and Call to Action

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Embracing AI: Tools, Tips, and Ethical Considerations in Coaching

Summary

In this episode, Angie and John discuss their initial experiences and approaches to using AI tools in their coaching businesses. They delve into various applications of AI, such as ChatGPT, Gemini, and AI note-takers for improving efficiency in content creation and client interactions. The hosts share their thoughts on the potential of AI to enhance human capabilities while emphasising the importance of careful verification to avoid issues like AI hallucinations. They also reflect on the balance between leveraging AI for administrative tasks and maintaining the essential human element in their coaching practices. The conversation touches on ethical considerations, such as ensuring AI-generated content remains authentic and credible, and provides insight into the evolving landscape of AI in professional settings.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Initial Banter

00:18 Discussing AI Tools and Their Uses

01:35 Personal Experiences with AI

03:19 AI in Business and Coaching

04:56 AI Note-taking and Video Creation

10:26 Challenges and Ethical Considerations of AI

12:37 Effective AI Prompting

14:01 Future of AI and Final Thoughts

Want to contact the show? You can leave us a voicemail. It's free to do, and we might feature you on our next episode. All you need to do is go to https://speakpipe.com/thecoachingclinicpodcast and leave us a message. You can also find our clips and full episodes on the exclusive Coaching Clinic YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@coachingclinicpodcast

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Leveraging AI in Coaching: Insights from Dr. Lisa Turner

Summary

In this episode, coaches Angie and John explore the use of AI tools in coaching with expert Dr. Lisa Turner. Dr. Turner shares her journey from engineering to coaching, explaining how she systematized spiritual awakening and integrated AI tools into her coaching practice. She discusses the evolving effectiveness of AI, identifies areas where AI can outperform human coaches, and highlights processes that remain uniquely human. The episode also delves into the practical applications of AI in coaching, such as automating business tasks, identifying client patterns, and creating custom coaching tools. Dr. Turner emphasizes the importance of combining human expertise with AI technology for optimal results and encourages coaches to get started by experimenting with available AI platforms.

Find out more about Dr Lisa at https://cetfreedom.com/ or get in touch lisa@CETfreedom.com

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and AI Struggles

00:48 Meet Dr. Lisa Turner

01:03 Dr. Turner's Journey into AI and Coaching

02:32 The Evolution of AI in Coaching

03:21 AI Tools for Coaches

05:51 The Future of AI in Coaching

07:37 Challenges and Opportunities with AI

13:42 Augmenting Coaching with AI

19:16 Introduction to AI in Coaching

20:16 Augmented Coaching Tools

21:37 AI's Role in Content Creation

23:58 Improving AI Tools and Acceptance

26:43 Ethical Considerations and Studies

30:25 Getting Started with AI Tools

30:53 The Human-AI Collaboration

34:31 Contact Information and Conclusion

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Want to contact the show? You can leave us a voicemail. It's free to do and we might feature you on our next episode. All you need to do is go to https://speakpipe.com/thecoachingclinicpodcast and leave us a message.

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