PRIME SPACE

In this thought-provoking solo episode of PRIME SPACE, host Elias Scultori, MCC [https://www.linkedin.com/in/eliasscultori/], explores how the human brain processes information, and why our natural tendency to label and categorize the world can quietly interfere with powerful coaching. Scientists estimate that the brain processes around 11 million bits of information per second, yet we can consciously hold only 40–50 bits at a time. To cope with this overload, the brain relies on shortcuts: labels, assumptions, and categories. But what happens when those shortcuts shape how we listen to our clients? Through a playful reference to the Netflix show Is It Cake?, Elias invites coaches to question the certainty of what seems obvious. Just like a hyper-realistic cake disguised as an everyday object, the stories and labels we attach to situations—and people—can easily fool us. This episode explores a central tension in coaching: the balance between knowledge and curiosity. While training, frameworks, and experience are essential, the real power of coaching lies in the willingness to question what appears clear and remain open to what has not yet been seen. What assumptions are shaping how we hear our clients? What labels are quietly narrowing our perception? And how can coaches cultivate the humility and courage required to move beyond them? For professional coaches who want to deepen their presence, expand their listening, and challenge their own certainty, this episode is an invitation to look again. Because sometimes the question isn't what is happening. It's what are we missing? Memorable Quotes "Labels help us navigate the world—but they can also quietly limit what we are able to see." "Knowledge is cheap these days. If I am too attached to my own knowing, I cannot fully support my client's exploration." "Sometimes the most powerful coaching question is simply: What else might be here?" Chapters 00:13 — 11 Million Bits vs. 40 Bits How the brain filters overwhelming information and why we rely on labels. 02:42 — "Is It Cake?" and the Illusion of Certainty A playful example of how easily perception can be fooled. 04:17 — What This Means for Coaching How assumptions and labels influence the coaching relationship. 05:47 — The Power of Labels How identity markers and categories instantly shape perception. 09:40 — The True Mindset of Coaching Why humility, openness, and courage matter more than technique. ⭐ Subscribe to PRIME SPACE for more advanced conversations on the craft and mindset of professional coaching.

What if listening in coaching isn't just a skill… but a system? In this episode of PRIME SPACE, host Elias Scultori, MCC [https://www.linkedin.com/in/eliasscultori/], explores the multidimensional nature of listening in professional coaching. While most coach training programs introduce listening as the first skill, Elias shares why at PRIME Coaching Academy [http://www.primecoachingacademy.com/] it comes later—after covering coaching mindset, distinctions, and even framework. Why? Because skills without foundation stay mechanical. True listening emerges from identity, awareness, and discernment. This episode challenges coaches to move beyond capturing details. It introduces the idea that a coaching conversation is a *system*—one that includes the client, their story, what's beneath the story… and the coach. You'll explore: * The difference between hearing details and listening for identity * Why self-awareness is the gateway to masterful listening * How your own values, fears, and biases inevitably enter the coaching space * The evolution from ACC-level listening to PCC/MCC-level systemic listening If you're a coach committed to mastery—or simply someone who wants to listen more deeply in your relationships—this episode will shift how you think about presence and partnership. Chapters 00:14 – The need for foundational learning before listening 04:33 – Capturing details vs. understanding context 06:01 – Listening to what the client says vs. who the client is 08:45 – Coaching as a living system 10:14 – When your story interferes with listening 11:41 – Self-awareness as advanced listening (PCC/MCC level) Memorable Quotes "In coaching, we don't only listen to what the client is saying — we listen to who the client is." "Details are data. Identity is the bottom line." "I enter the room, and everything that I am comes with me." "The question is not how to eliminate who you are — but how aware you are of who you are." This Episode Is For You If: * You're working toward ACC, PCC, or MCC credentials * You want to deepen your coaching presence * You're curious about systemic and reflective practice * You value evidence-based coaching *and* inner development If this conversation resonates with you: * Follow the show on Spotify & Apple Podcasts * Leave a 5-star review * Share this episode with a colleague * Subscribe on YouTube for more conversations on coaching mastery

What does *partnership* really mean in coaching? In this episode of PRIME SPACE, Elias Scultori, MCC [https://www.linkedin.com/in/eliasscultori/] explores one of the most foundational ideas in coaching – the assumption of equal partnership between coach and client. Using the official ICF definition of coaching as a starting point, this episode challenges a core belief in our profession: Is coaching truly a meeting of equals? Elias unpacks: * Why "partnering" is everywhere in coaching—and why that matters * The hidden power dynamics created by labels like coach and client * How hierarchy can subtly enter the room despite our best intentions * What becomes possible when we strip away roles and meet as human beings * How language shapes mindset, presence, and ethical practice This episode is especially relevant for ICF ACC, PCC, and MCC coaches, mentor coaches, and anyone committed to embodying the coaching mindset with depth, humility, and integrity. Chapters 00:12 – Partnering is everywhere 04:00 – Is equal partnership realistic? 05:24 – Labels, roles, and power dynamics 06:38 – Challenging the partnership assumption 08:12 – Beyond masks: two human beings in conversation 09:52 – Redefining partnership in practice Subscribe for weekly reflections on coaching mindset, presence, and mastery

Across the coaching industry, there is an increasing emphasis on being evidence-based. And it matters. A lot. In this solo episode of PRIME SPACE, host Elias Scultori, MCC [https://www.linkedin.com/in/eliasscultori/] explores why evidence-based coaching is a vital foundation for the credibility and sustainability of our profession. From there, the conversation opens into what evidence makes possible—how strong research and standards create the conditions for innovation, adaptability, and deeper presence in real coaching conversations. This episode is an invitation to honor the science, respect the standards, and use them as a springboard for continued growth. You'll hear reflections on the pioneers of coaching, the responsibility we carry today, and why you, in every coaching conversation, contribute to shaping the future of our profession. Episode Highlights & Timestamps 00:13 – Why "evidence-based" matters more than ever in coaching 02:15 – Coaching pioneers: building the airplane while flying it 03:57 – Why waiting for evidence would have killed innovation 05:55 – The sustainability of coaching depends on research and rigor 09:33 – When evidence alone makes us obsolete 12:48 – Coaches as creators of the next wave of evidence Memorable Quotes "Evidence-based is not the finish line. It's the starting point." "If the pioneers had waited for evidence, coaching would never have existed." "Innovation is at the core of the coaching mindset." "It's not the ICF staff that sets our standards—it's you, in every coaching conversation."

What does it take to remain steady when everything around us feels uncertain, loud, or chaotic? In this powerful episode of PRIME SPACE, Elias Scultori, MCC [https://www.linkedin.com/in/eliasscultori/], sits down with Patricia Risch, MCC [https://www.linkedin.com/in/patriciarischmedmcc/], a coach, edgewalker, and global citizen, to explore the lived experience and coaching implications of moving from chaos to coherence. Drawing from her time living through geopolitical crises in Pakistan and Jordan, Patricia shares how navigating global instability shaped her capacity for grounded presence, energetic coherence, and conscious choice. Together, Elias and Patricia unpack how coherence is not just a mindset but a practice, one that allows coaches and leaders to hold space without being hijacked by fear, reactivity, or overwhelm. This conversation is especially relevant for coaches, leaders, and change-makers who work with clients facing uncertainty, emotional dysregulation, or complex systemic challenges. You'll hear how coherence becomes a generative force that supports clarity, emotional regulation, leadership presence, and forward movement—even in the midst of chaos. ✨ Key themes * The concept of the *edgewalker* in coaching and leadership * Moving from reactivity to intentional choice * Coherence as an energetic and embodied practice * How coaches can stay grounded when clients arrive in chaos * Coaching as a catalyst for the evolution of human consciousness Episode Chapters 01:49 – Living in Global Chaos Patricia reflects on experiencing embassy bombings, 9/11 abroad, and cultural liminality. 04:25 – Choosing Steadiness in Crisis Detachment, awareness, and the power of internal anchoring. 05:42 – Coaching as Integration How coach training helped Patricia bring meaning and coherence to her experiences. 08:47 – How Do We Move from Chaos to Coherence? Values, recalibration, and intentional presence. 11:50 – "Do I Have Thoughts, or Do My Thoughts Have Me?" Awareness, detachment, and choice in moments of crisis. 14:12 – The Core Message of Coaching Movement, momentum, and evolution. 14:46 – Practical Guidance for Coaches Pause, breathe, ground, listen, and create space. 15:25 – The Power of Choice From global crises to everyday moments—coherence is always available. Memorable Quotes "Reactivity doesn't have to be the choice." — Patricia Risch, MCC "Regardless of the chaos, there is always a choice." — Elias Scultori, MCC "Do I have thoughts, or do my thoughts have me?" — Patricia Risch, MCC "To support our clients, we must first bring coherence within ourselves." — Elias Scultori, MCC Subscribe to PRIME SPACE for conversations at the edge of coaching, consciousness, and human potential.

In this solo episode of PRIME SPACE, Elias Scultori, MCC [https://www.linkedin.com/in/eliasscultori/], invites coaches to rethink one of coaching's most essential tools: **questions**. How can we enhance the dimension and range of our coaching questions? Elias explores how questions shape awareness, expand perspective, and unlock client potential. He introduces a clear, practical distinction between questions that explore the present ("what is") and those that push clients beyond their current thinking ("what could be"). Together, these two categories create clarity, challenge assumptions, and open the door to possibility and transformation. The episode is full of practical examples and sample questions that can inspire you to craft even more powerful questions. Episode Chapters 00:02 – The Power of Questions Why questions are more than a technique—they're a gateway to awareness, clarity, and choice. 01:24 – Beyond Open vs. Closed Questions Exploring the wide landscape of question types and why awareness of them matters. 02:57 – Questions of the Present: "What Is" How present-focused questions help clients clarify meaning, values, emotions, and reality. 04:11 – Questions That Stretch Beyond Inviting new perspectives through imagination, intuition, and future-oriented inquiry. 06:11 – The Value—and the Limit—of Staying in the Present Why clarity alone is powerful, but not always sufficient. 06:45 – Opening the Door to Possibility Using questions to disrupt current thinking and reveal what else might be possible. 08:05 – Challenging with a Whisper How the most transformative challenges are often gentle, subtle, and expansive. Memorable Quotes "Through the power of curiosity, so much can be unearthed and discovered by the client." "The best challenges are often those that come with a whisper." "In that moment, my knowledge becomes irrelevant—and the coaching becomes transformative."

What does it actually look like to build a successful coaching practice grounded in a true coaching mindset—not theory, not ideals, but real, day-to-day application? In this PRIME SPACE episode, Elias Scultori, MCC [https://www.linkedin.com/in/eliasscultori/], is joined by master coach Amy Donovan, MCC [https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-ruppert-donovan-mcc-6491a11/], to answer the question many coaches quietly struggle with: How do we do this? How do we stay aligned with the coaching mindset when clients want solutions, answers, and quick fixes Together, Elias and Amy unpack the practical realities of coaching at a masterful level—clarity of role, courage in client relationships, and the discipline required to resist slipping into consulting or problem-solving. They explore how coaches unintentionally compromise the coaching mindset out of fear, scarcity, or pressure to please—and how that compromise slowly erodes joy, impact, and sustainability in a coaching practice. This episode is a powerful invitation for coaches to recommit to the transformational power of coaching, to educate clients through presence (not explanation), and to build practices rooted in integrity, confidence, and long-term change. If you've ever wondered how to embody the coaching mindset—not just understand it—this conversation is for you. Chapters 02:04 – The Core Question: "How Do We Do This?" What it truly means to build a practice aligned with the coaching mindset. 02:16 – The Coach's Identity and Role Amy on self-perception, expertise, and informing clients how to use coaching effectively. 03:10 – Clarity About the Proposition of Coaching Why confusion about coaching leads to compromise and misalignment. 04:20 – Resisting the Seduction of Giving Solutions How solution-giving quietly undermines transformation. 05:37 – "They Think They Know" Exploring client expectations and the coach's responsibility to go deeper. 07:37 – Educating Clients Without Explaining Coaching The power of silence, presence, and well-placed questions. 08:40 – Is It Really Possible to Do This? Why a mindset-driven practice *does* work—and thrives. 10:48 – Scarcity, Fear, and the Courage to Say No How fear drives misalignment—and how integrity creates opportunity. 12:58 – A Call for Coaches to Pause and Reflect Reclaiming joy, presence, and commitment to the mindset. Memorable Quotes "Once we are clear about the proposition of coaching, there is no other way to practice." — Elias Scultori, MCC "When we slip into solutions, we choke off the opportunity for real transformation." — Amy Donovan, MCC "Education doesn't happen when we explain coaching—it happens when clients *experience* it." — Elias Scultori, MCC "We are the stewards of our profession, and stewardship requires courage." — Amy Donovan, MCC "The coaching mindset is the source of your success." — Elias Scultori, MCC

What does it *really* take to build a sustainable, ethical, and successful coaching practice? In this powerful episode of PRIME SPACE, host Elias Scultori, MCC [https://www.linkedin.com/in/eliasscultori/], sits down with executive coach and HR consultant Michelle Tajudeen, PCC [https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelletajudeen/], Managing Director of MetaCC [https://www.metacc.com/] Incorporated, to explore one of the most challenging and defining moments in a coach's journey: having the courage to say no. Michelle shares a candid story from early in her coaching career, when a lucrative corporate opportunity required her to compromise the very principles she was trained to uphold. Faced with pressure to guarantee outcomes, impose agendas, and prioritize short-term results over client autonomy, Michelle made a decision that would ultimately shape her reputation, integrity, and long-term success. Together, Elias and Michelle unpack the realities of coaching in revenue-driven environments, the risks of "voluntold" coaching, and why honoring the client's process is non-negotiable—even when it feels financially or professionally risky. This episode is essential listening for new coaches, experienced coaches, mentor coaches, and leaders navigating the intersection of ethics, business, and authenticity. 🎧Episode Highlights • Why saying yes too quickly can cost you your integrity as a coach • The hidden dangers of outcome-driven, agenda-based coaching • What happens when coaches compromise their values—and when they don't • How saying no led to an 8-year corporate partnership and coaching 250+ executives • Trusting intuition as a core professional competency • Building a coaching brand rooted in credibility, ethics, and authenticity ⏱️ Chapters 00:29 – Meet Michelle Tajudeen, PCC 04:06 – The biggest lesson of Michelle's coaching journey 08:41 – The cost of compromise in coaching 09:51 – Finding the courage to say no 12:52 – How integrity created unexpected long-term success 14:47 – Reputation, trust, and coaching without compromise 17:13 – Final advice for coaches at every stage 🔑 Key Takeaway Quotes "It takes real courage to say no as a coach." "Integrity will always cost you something upfront—but it pays dividends long term." "Trust your intuition. It will lead you back to why you became a coach in the first place." If this episode resonated with you, subscribe, rate, and share PRIME SPACE with fellow coaches and leaders who care about excellence, ethics, and humanity in coaching.

Let's get real about coaching in the real world. In this episode of PRIME SPACE, Elias Scultori, MCC [https://www.linkedin.com/in/eliasscultori/], tackles a common tension coaches face: the gap between the coaching mindset we're trained in and the results-driven reality our clients demand. "Clients want results—and they want them fast." But does that mean coaching doesn't work in high-pressure, executive, organizational environments? Building on last week's conversation about coaching mindset, Elias explores why problem-solving, quick fixes, and jumping into expert mode often create the illusion of effectiveness while quietly undermining real transformation. This episode is a candid invitation to rethink what clients are really asking for, how coaches unintentionally dilute their value, and why holding space, not providing answers, is often the most impactful work we can do. You'll hear a clear, grounded exploration of: * Why coaching is not utopian theory, but a practical, real-world discipline * The difference between coaching, consulting, mentoring, and training, and why ethics matter * How "emergencies" can pull coaches out of presence and into performance * What it truly means to embody a coaching mindset under pressure This episode is essential listening for coaches who want to stop negotiating their mindset, deepen their skills, and build sustainable, impactful practices—without abandoning the core of coaching. ⏱️Episode Chapters 00:14 – Coaching Mindset Meets Reality 02:58 – Is Coaching Mindset Just Utopia? 05:07 – The Illusion of Effectiveness 06:19 – When Coaching Isn't the Right Modality 08:35 – Emergencies and the "Building on Fire" Moment 0:02 – The Real Reason Coaches Rush to Solve 12:10 – Educating Clients 13:34 – The Road Less Traveled

In the Season Four premiere of PRIME SPACE, Elias Scultori, MCC [https://www.linkedin.com/in/eliasscultori/], explores one of the most essential and misunderstood foundations of professional coaching: the coaching mindset. With the evolution of the ICF Core Competencies, coaches around the world continue to ask: What does it really mean to embody a coaching mindset? In this solo episode, Elias offers a clear, experience-based perspective that goes beyond definitions, checklists, and skill execution. This episode unpacks five core principles that define the coaching mindset, including why coaching is client-centered rather than solution-driven and is rooted in the belief that clients are capable, resourceful, and whole. Elias also examines power, hierarchy, partnership, and why coaching must be lived—not turned on and off during sessions. More than a professional framework, this episode positions coaching as a transformational movement—one that has the power to reshape individuals, organizations, and how we relate to one another as human beings. Whether you are a new coach, an experienced practitioner, or preparing for ICF credentialing, this episode invites deep reflection on who you are being as a coach—and why mindset is the foundation from which all coaching skills emerge. Quotes "Solutions are not the goal of coaching; they are the consequence of awareness." "The client is always the expert—our expertise is the coaching process." "Mindset is the hardest part of coaching—and the foundation of every skill." Chapters 01:04 – Why "Coaching Mindset" Still Feels Unclear Reflections on the evolution of the ICF Core Competencies and why the concept remains elusive. 04:47 – Coaching Is Client-Centered Why coaching focuses on the *who*, not the *what*, and prioritizes transformation over transactions. 06:17 – Coaching Is Not Solution-Based How solutions emerge naturally as a byproduct of awareness, not the goal of the process. 07:32 – Clients Are Capable, Resourceful, and Whole The foundational belief that there is nothing to fix—and how this shifts the entire coaching relationship. 08:49 – Coaching Is Client-Led and Adult-to-Adult Ownership, responsibility, and the coach's commitment to "not knowing." 09:57 – Partnership, Equality, and Power Awareness Why minimizing hierarchy is essential—and why the client is always the true expert. 11:11 – Coaching as a Way of Being Why mindset can't be turned on and off, and how coaching becomes a lived set of values. 13:51 – A Call to Embody the Coaching Mindset An invitation to reflection, practice, and contribution beyond the coaching conversation.

Sometimes the most powerful coaching lesson comes from the person who never called themselves a coach. In this deeply candid and vulnerable season finale, host Elias Scultori, MCC [https://www.linkedin.com/in/eliasscultori/], opens his heart and invites listeners into a meaningful moment with his mother — a lesson that shaped his coaching, his leadership, and his very understanding of presence and excellence. In My Mother's Legacy, Elias reflects on a moment from his teenage years in Brazil, when a simple request from his mother became a lifelong teaching on intention, commitment, and showing up fully. With honesty and emotional clarity, he shares how her wisdom continues to guide his work as a Master Certified Coach and how it can inspire your own journey—especially as the year comes to a close. Whether you're a coach, a leader, or someone seeking a more intentional life, this episode is an invitation to pause… to breathe… and to recommit to giving your best—not for perfection, but for presence. ✨ Honest storytelling ✨ Coaching wisdom ✨ Reflective year-end guidance ✨ A reminder of what truly matters 00:14 – Introducing My Mother's Story A glimpse into the woman whose wisdom shaped a lifetime. 04:35 – The Heart of the Message Presence, commitment, and the essence of excellence. 05:35 – A Year-End Invitation to Reflect Questions to guide your personal and professional introspection. 09:39 – Closing Reflections & Looking Ahead Honoring legacy, appreciating listeners, and a preview of what's next.

What happens when an internal corporate coach with a decade of experience steps away from a secure leadership role to open an independent practice—named It's Not About the Name [https://www.itsnotaboutthename.com/]? In this inspiring conversation, Ali Cengiz, ACC [https://www.linkedin.com/in/ali-cengiz/], joins Elias Scultori, MCC [https://www.linkedin.com/in/eliasscultori/], to explore the courage, clarity, and deep humanity behind becoming a coach who leads from the inside out. Ali shares what it truly means to center the person—not the problem, not the system, not the process—and how his years as an internal coach shaped the way he now supports leaders and teams through meaningful transformation. From redefining his professional identity to parenting with a coaching mindset, Ali shows us that coaching isn't something we do—it's who we are. ⭐ Quotes "It's really not about the name. It's about the person on the other side." — Ali Cengiz, ACC "If you want to inspire others, walk the journey yourself first." — Ali Cengiz, ACC 01:18 — Finding a name for his coaching practice 02:45 — Ali's courageous transition from corporate to independent coaching 03:38 — Lessons from five years as an internal coach 05:11 — Remembering the people behind the systems 08:47 — Three powerful learnings from PRIME Coaching Academy Level 1 10:52 — Listening as a fundamental human skill 13:47 — Advice for coaches: start with your own inner work 15:03 — Courage: choosing to do work that energizes you

When everything feels like it's shifting beneath our feet, who do you choose to become? In this powerful episode of PRIME SPACE, the official podcast of PRIME Coaching Academy [http://www.primecoachingacademy.com/], host Elias Scultori, MCC [https://www.linkedin.com/in/eliasscultori/], sits down with his fellow Academy's co-founder, Amy Ruppert, MCC [https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-ruppert-donovan-mcc-6491a11/], to explore her thought-provoking article "The World Is Reassessing—What's Your Role Going to Be?" [https://www.primecoachingacademy.com/blog/the-worlds-is-reassessing-what-s-your-role-going-to-be] Together, they unpack the accelerating disruptions that have reshaped our global landscape—from social upheaval to technological leaps—and what these shifts are asking of us as human beings and as professional coaches. Amy and Elias offer a clear and inspiring lens on why coaching as a profession is uniquely positioned for this moment in history and how coaches can expand their impact far beyond the one-to-one session. This is an episode about consciousness, courage, societal evolution, and stepping into a much bigger game. ⏱️ Chapters 00:50 — Why "The World Is Reassessing" Amy explains the global disruptions shaping human behavior and social norms. 03:51 — Technology, AI, and the Human Distinction Elias and Amy discuss the acceleration of tech, the meaning of wisdom, and humanity's unique role. 05:05 — Norms Dissolving & Consciousness Rising How societal norms are shifting—and why collective awareness is expanding. 08:31 — Why Coaching Is Built for This Moment Coaching as clarity, consciousness, and courageous action during uncertainty. 10:04 — The Call for Coaches to Think Bigger Elias and Amy reflect on coaching beyond business building—toward societal impact.

What does it mean to be a coach, not just do coaching? In this inspiring episode of PRIME SPACE, host Elias Scultori, MCC [https://www.linkedin.com/in/eliasscultori/], sits down with Travis Gislason, ACC [https://www.linkedin.com/in/trav-gislason-55868813/]—Director of Field Coaching and Development at Breakthru Beverage Group—to explore how coaching principles show up in leadership, parenting, teamwork, and self-development. From applying a coaching mindset at home to leading teams in corporate America, Travis shares how his experience at PRIME Coaching Academy [http://www.primecoachingacademy.com/] transformed the way he works, connects, and lives. Together, they unpack the deeper layers of coach training, the importance of inclusion, and the often-overlooked self-care behind powerful coaching presence. 01:04 – The Role of Field Coaching Travis explains how coaching shows up in leadership and learning development at Breakthru Beverage Group. 04:23 – Being a Coach vs. Doing Coaching Exploring how a coaching mindset transforms both personal and professional life. 05:15 – The PRIME Coaching Experience Travis reflects on his ACC journey and how PRIME Coaching Academy shaped his clarity, confidence, and presence. 06:43 – From Training to Transformation The difference between training, consulting, and coaching—and why language matters in leadership. 09:21 – Coaching Results and Inclusion Real-world impact: how inclusion and empowerment are emerging as core outcomes of coaching. 12:37 – Living Values and Self-Awareness How identifying personal values and prioritizing self-care make coaching sustainable and effective. 15:37 – The Power of Reflection and Community Elias and Travis discuss how cohort learning and community accelerate transformation.

In this *Culture in Coaching* episode, Elias Scultori, MCC [https://www.linkedin.com/in/eliasscultori/] talks with Rachel Vandenberg [https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelmvandenberg/], executive coach and founder of Accelerate Women Leaders in Travel [https://www.womenleadersintravel.com/], about what it means to coach women through the lens of identity, context, and community. Together, they explore belonging, agency, and how cultural awareness deepens every coaching relationship. Chapters 01:10 - The Many Facets of a Leader — Rachel shares her unique professional and personal journey. 07:07 - Women in Leadership: What Coaches Should Know — Insights into belonging, voice, and agency. 10:27 - Coaching Through Shared and Different Lenses — What male coaches might miss when coaching women. 13:50 - Context and Culture in Coaching — Seeing the client within their broader world. 15:29 - The Leadership Perspective of Women — Collective leadership and empathy in action. 18:03 - Closing Reflections & Invitation** — Lifelong learning and community through PRIME HOUR.

"Connection. Celebration. ICF Converge 2025." In this special episode, Elias Scultori, MCC [https://www.linkedin.com/in/eliasscultori/], takes you straight to the heart of ICF Converge 2025 in San Diego, California — the ICF [https://coachingfederation.org/] global gathering of professional coaches. Experience the energy, wisdom, and warmth of this worldwide community through a lively collage of interviews with coaches, leaders, and innovators who are shaping the future of our profession. From emotional reunions to deep reflections on learning, presence, and diversity, these voices remind us of the power of connection that defines coaching — beyond screens, beyond words. Episode Highlights * 00:50 - Lyssa deHart, MCC [https://www.linkedin.com/in/lyssadehart/] – On connection beyond Zoom and the beauty of the "wonder of words." * 01:46 - Robin Stueber, ACC [https://www.linkedin.com/in/robinstueber/] – Finding global unity and inspiration in her first Converge. * 04:16 - Dan Freehling, PCC [https://www.linkedin.com/in/danfreehling/] – Elevating word choice and staying at the cutting edge. * 05:27 - Claire Bamberg, PCC [https://www.linkedin.com/in/claire-bamberg-4651aa2a/] – Exploring "Ubuntu" and the heart set of coaching. * 07:44 - Carrie Abner [https://www.linkedin.com/in/carrie-abner-cae-45b72423/] – ICF leadership reflections on community and connection. * 09:31 - Cheryl Procter-Rogers, MCC [https://www.linkedin.com/in/cherylprocterrogers/] – Honoring in-person energy and shared journeys. * 11:04 - Brian Grisso, ACC [https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryan-grisso/] – From virtual to real: the magic of meeting fellow coaches. * 11:58 - Robert Garcia, ACC [https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertxgarcia/] – The legacy of ICF presidents and the call to leadership. * 14:13 - Aikyna Finch, PCC [https://www.linkedin.com/in/dradfinch/] – Championing diversity, inclusion, and belonging at ICF. * 16:20 - Khyla Freeman [https://www.linkedin.com/in/khylafreeman/] – The joy of hearing coaches support core competencies. * 17:29 - Mariela Tirado Rivera [https://www.linkedin.com/in/mjtiradorivera97/] – Putting faces to the accreditation process. * 18:41 - Stan Ajemian, ACC [https://www.linkedin.com/in/stanajemian/] – Finding confidence as a new coach and embracing flexibility. * 20:32 - Camila Cesari, MCC [https://www.linkedin.com/in/camillacesari/] – Celebrating 30 years of coaching from Bologna to San Diego. * 21:54 - Paul Sanbar, MCC [https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulsanbar/] – The art and science of language in coaching. * 22:57 - Ann Fogolin, MCC [https://www.linkedin.com/in/ann-fogolin-mcc-18aab06/] – Lessons from the mastery panel: "The less I say, the more profound I am." Elias closes the episode with a heartfelt reflection on the spirit of the ICF community — a reminder that coaching thrives when we gather, listen, and grow together.

A lot is happening in the coaching world right now. In this episode, host Elias Scultori, MCC [https://www.linkedin.com/in/eliasscultori/], breaks down the latest ICF updates that every coach should know about — including a new pilot credentialing exam for PCC and MCC levels, and the release of the Minimum Skills Requirements across all credential tiers. More than just reporting, Elias challenges us to think beyond compliance and strive for excellence in our craft. 🔹 Episode Highlights 01:27 - ICF's pilot credentialing exam – What's changing, who qualifies, and how it could reshape the testing experience. 03:27 - Minimum Skills Requirements explained – What these new documents cover for ACC, PCC, and MCC levels. 08:55 - Beyond the minimum – Elias's invitation to see the new standards not as a goal but as a starting point. 🎧 Tune in for * Insider updates from the ICF * A powerful reflection on professional excellence * A call to elevate your coaching practice beyond standards Links * PRIME SPACE - Episode 56 - ICF Core Competencies 2025 - What's Changed? [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/prime-space/id1745563681?i=1000726883226] * PRIME SPACE - Episode 8 - "ACC, PCC, MCC in a nutshell" [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/prime-space/id1745563681?i=1000660036861] * New Pilot Credentialing Exam [https://icfsupport.freshdesk.com/support/solutions/articles/5000897862-icf-credentialing-exam-pcc-mcc-pilot] * ACC Minimum Skills Requirements [https://coachingfederation.org/resource/acc-minimum-skills-requirements/] * PCC Minimum Skills Requirements [https://coachingfederation.org/resource/pcc-minimum-skills-requirements/] * MCC Minimum Skills Requirements [https://coachingfederation.org/resource/mcc-minimum-skills-requirements/]

In this episode, host Elias Scultori sits down with leadership coach Joe Miller, ACC, to unpack a challenge many coaches regularly face — what to do when a client shows up in self-doubt. Joe describes noticing two distinct "modes" in his clients: ✨ Mode One — confident, prepared, full of faith. 🌧️ Mode Two — insecure, resistant, and uncertain. As the conversation unfolds, they realize that these "modes" may reveal just as much about the coach's own mindset as they do about the client's. Together, Elias and Joe explore how to stay genuinely curious, let go of personal definitions of success, and keep believing in the client's wholeness — no matter what "mode" they're in. This is a vulnerable, reflective conversation about the inner work of coaching — and the growth that happens when we're willing to look inward. ⏱️ Chapters 00:27 – The Coaching Challenge: Two Client Modes 02:58 – When Confidence Fades: Working with "Mode Two" Clients 05:38 – When Coaching Feels Stuck: Referral or Recommitment? 09:17 – Turning the Lens Inward: The Coach's Growth Opportunity 13:06 – Simplicity, Curiosity, and the Power of Reflection 13:30 – Final Takeaway: Staying Curious with Every Client 💬 Notable Quotes "...how real are these modes and do they really or as much at least reflect my own growth and learning opportunities and shifting opportunities, thinking opportunities as a coach." [09:17] "...sometimes you have to start with something simple. Maybe spotting the simplicity of a couple of modes and then letting that drive the curiosity." [13:06] 🎧 Listen now to reflect on your own assumptions, reconnect with curiosity, and rediscover your belief in every client's potential.

Behind every powerful coaching question lies something quieter—but far more essential: trust. In this episode of PRIME SPACE, Elias Scultori, MCC [https://www.linkedin.com/in/eliasscultori/], shines a light on an often underestimated ICF Core Competencies: Cultivating Trust and Safety. While many coaches focus on powerful questions, agreements, and action planning, the foundation of effective coaching rests on something more fundamental—trust. Elias explores how trust shows up in everyday life, why it is indispensable in coaching, and how coaches can intentionally nurture it from the very first impression they make. He also introduces the powerful distinction between safe space and brave space, inviting coaches to reimagine trust-building as a shared responsibility between coach and client. If you've ever wondered how to deepen your coaching relationships, this episode will remind you why trust isn't just another competency—it's the very ground on which coaching stands.

Is a coach automatically "good" just because they follow the rules? In this episode of PRIME SPACE, Elias Scultori [https://www.linkedin.com/in/eliasscultori/] continues the Coaching Myths Uncovered series by challenging the belief that flawless technique alone defines coaching excellence. Elias explores why rules and competencies, while essential, are only the framework—and not the essence—of coaching. He introduces the balance of Form and Flow, explains the Japanese concept of Shu-ha-ri as a path toward mastery, and highlights the risks of relying solely on technique without depth. Listeners will gain insight into: * Why coaching is a balance between art and science * How to move beyond "checking boxes" to embody the essence of standards * The importance of reflective practice in balancing form and flow * Common habits and excuses that derail growth * The ongoing journey of mastery every coach must commit to If you've ever wondered whether playing strictly "by the book" makes for a great coach—or if there's something more—this conversation will challenge your thinking and deepen your practice. Watch the "Coaching Myths Uncovered" [https://youtu.be/00Xp7ahgC0A?si=cHH8dDyh6QpyqSXI] event on YouTube.