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167: NCLA 13: How To Seek Permission Confidently

167: NCLA 13: How To Seek Permission Confidently

Update: 2025-01-06
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In today’s episode, we explore how to confidently seek permission during coaching sessions, an essential skill for building trust and empowering clients. Learn how to frame permission as a collaborative tool, use open-ended language to invite deeper exploration, and how to ensure your client feels fully in control of their experience. Whether you're a new or seasoned coach, we’ll provide practical techniques to help you establish stronger client relationships while maintaining a safe and productive coaching environment.

Key Takeaways:

  • Empowering Clients: Permission-seeking isn’t about asking for approval—it's about giving the client ownership of their journey.
  • Open-Ended Language: Tips on how to use phrases like, "How do you feel about exploring this?" to keep the conversation flowing without pressuring the client.
  • Balancing Confidence & Respect: How to be both direct and gentle, creating a safe space for the client while also pushing for progress.
  • Handling Hesitation: Strategies for managing client hesitation without overstepping boundaries, ensuring they feel heard and respected.

Youtube link:

https://youtu.be/gL-qge0y1aE

Mentioned in this episode:

https://www.nurselifecoachacademy.com/certification

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167: NCLA 13: How To Seek Permission Confidently

167: NCLA 13: How To Seek Permission Confidently

Laura Minard, Shelby Kurz