This episode welcomes Dr. Haesun Moon, Dr. Christian van Nieuwerburgh, and Michael Bungay Stanier to talk about something that feels more important than ever: friendship—especially in tough times.

We explore the difference between being friendly and being a true friend, and what it takes to build real, lasting connections. We talk about intention, vulnerability, radical listening, and how we can stay in relationship even when we disagree.

Throughout the conversation, we share personal stories, practical strategies, and a lot of heart. Friendship isn’t just something that happens—it’s a skill we can develop with effort, reflection, and kindness.

Our hope is that this episode encourages listeners to lean into meaningful connections with curiosity and courage.

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In this episode of Coaching Conversations, I am joined by TLC 2025 Keynote Speaker, Dr. Haesun Moon, to talk about the powerful impact of solution-focused coaching. Haesun brings both wisdom and humility as she shares stories and ideas from her book Coaching A to Z. What stands out is her deep belief in people—the idea that when we focus on strengths, listen with intention, and ask the right questions, we open the door to real transformation.

We talk about empathy, the kind of communication that builds trust, and how even the briefest conversation can create lasting change. We also dig into what it means to be part of a coaching community and how connection fuels growth—for both coaches and the people they serve.

This episode is an invitation to reflect on how we show up in our conversations and how a relational, strength-based mindset can shape not just our coaching, but our lives.

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In this episode of Coaching Conversations, Jessica Wise and I talk about something every coach deals with: time. We know coaching can have a huge impact—but only if coaches actually have time to coach.

We dig into the real challenges coaches face when their calendars get filled with everything but coaching. We also share some strategies that have worked for us.

This isn’t about squeezing more into the day—it’s about making sure your time reflects your priorities. We hope the episode gets you thinking about your own habits and offers a few tools you can use to stay focused on what matters most.

At the end of the day, coaching only works when we give it the time and space to make a difference.

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