In this episode of "The Making of a Coach," Tobi from metaFox engages in a coaching demo with Kristen Harcourt, focusing on emotional intelligence coaching and the EQI assessment. Kristen, a seasoned coach, shares insights into her coaching practice, emphasizing the Co-Active Coaching model and its application in leadership development. The discussion delves into the importance of emotional intelligence in coaching, exploring frameworks like the EQI assessment and how they aid in understanding and improving leadership skills. Kristen also highlights the significance of self-awareness and self-management in coaching, providing a comprehensive look at her approach to fostering growth and transformation in leaders.

Key Learnings:

• Embrace the Co-Active Coaching model to create a space for transformation and deepen learning in coaching sessions.
• Utilize the EQI assessment to gain insights into emotional intelligence, focusing on areas like self-perception and stress management.
• Develop actionable goals for coaching by identifying strengths and areas for improvement, using tools like the EQI 360 for comprehensive feedback.

You’ll also hear a live coaching demo between Kristen and Tobi, exploring how emotional intelligence shows up in both work and personal life—and how to take the first steps toward lasting growth.

Chapters

00:00 The Power of Silence in Coaching

00:19 Transitioning to Leadership Roles

02:01 The Coaching Journey Begins

04:58 Introducing the Cove Coaching Model

10:42 Embracing Emotional Intelligence

15:59 The EQI 360 Assessment Process

23:24 Understanding the Impact of Personal and Professional Life on Assessments

24:50 Exploring the 15 Dimensions of the Model

25:58 Top Three Strengths: Emotional Expression, Social Responsibility, and Impulse Control

28:16 Challenges with Stress Tolerance and Coping Strategies

32:24 Developing New Approaches to Stress and Independence

37:06 The Coaching Process: Setting Goals and Creating Action Plans

42:14 Long-Term Coaching Commitment and Client Interaction

43:39 Final Thoughts on Coaching and Professional Growth

References:

The Co-Active Coaching Book: https://goodreads.com/book/show/12514436-co-active-coaching

The EQ-i Assessment: https://eitrainingcompany.com/eq-i/

The metaFox Strengths Explorer: https://metaFox.eu/strengths