In the latest episode of the Coaching Studio, Lyssa had the pleasure of chatting with Lucia Baldelli, an MCC and a seasoned agile coach who has navigated the journey from being a software delivery expert to a professional coach. Lucia brought to light her transformative shift from the pursuit of mastery to embracing artistry within the coaching realm. She spoke of transcending the need to get "it right," focusing instead on being present and creatively employing coaching competencies to truly connect with another human being.

The conversation delved into the core theme of vulnerability in coaching. Lucia recounted her personal narrative of relocating her family to a new country, a leap that brought about a heightened sense of vulnerability and an openness to relinquish control—a trait she believes is vital in the world of coaching. This personal leap further reinforced her belief in valuing freedom over stability, an ethos that now informs her approach to coaching.

The conversation also dipped into the role of assumptions in coaching, underscoring the significance of cultivating curiosity and minimizing biases to fully comprehend the unique context of each client. Both Lucia and Lyssa discussed the power of observable data, such as body language, in discerning a client's emotional state, illustrating how this data serves as a gateway to deeper understanding.

Lucia Baldelli is an ICF MCC credentialled coach, co-author of The Human Behind the Coach.

Lucia is a distinguished figure in the coaching world, ranking third globally in the Agile space. With over two decades of experience in Organizational Coaching, she has honed her skills in multicultural environments, becoming fluent in three languages.

Lucia is the visionary founder of Coaching Outside the Box, a coaching school dedicated to unleashing human potential through innovative coaching techniques.

You can visit her Website
And connect with her on LinkedIn

Host: Lyssa deHart, LICSW, MCC, BCC

Music: Frolic by Harrison Amer

Production Editing: Lyssa deHart

Social Media and Communications: Michele Logan