Addressing the Trust Deficit in the Personal and Professional Development Industry

SUMMARY

In this episode, the host discusses the growing trust deficit within the speaking, coaching, and personal development industries. Highlighting issues such as overpromised transformation, shallow certifications, and unethical practices, the host shares thoughts on how to identify and avoid contributing to the problem. They offer practical steps for rebuilding trust, emphasising the importance of ethics, integrity, and realistic promises. The episode also serves as a precursor to an interview with Marianne Hickman, a fellow expert in communication skills, set to release later in the week.

CHAPTERS

00:00 Introduction and Purpose

00:14 The Trust Deficit in Personal Development

02:01 Personal Scepticism and Industry Critique

04:05 The Problem with the Coaching Industry

06:16 Rebuilding Credibility and Ethical Practices

10:12 Guidelines for Ethical Coaching

12:03 Conclusion and Next Episode Preview

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