In this episode of Curiosity Killed the Coach, Eric and Michel dive into what really makes a great coaching conversation, asking the right questions! They break down the Rubber Ball Technique, highlight questions they use in their coaching and share how active listening can transform coaching.

Along the way, they tackle common coaching pitfalls (like getting stuck in surface-level questions) and offer simple, practical ways to spark deeper, more meaningful dialogue. Whether listeners are just starting out or looking to sharpen their coaching skills, this episode provides valuable insights on navigating coaching challenges, including what to do when someone just doesn’t want to be coached.

Resources mentioned in the podcast:

• Eric's Question Bank for coaching sessions: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1I-JzpzHi3VO0-MYF_9HmUHuVszmpioJ_kPtnqupNaYc/edit?usp=sharing
• The list of 36 Questions that lead to love: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1o7xQaDlDexMYhsBZFkHKBFLGJHFdtB6CJftTbpSc9AA/edit?usp=sharing

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Michel: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michel-henrietta

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Time stamps:

• 00:00 Introduction to Curiosity Kill the Coach
• 01:03 The Art of Asking Great Questions
• 02:24 Engaging Conversations and Contextual Questions
• 08:11 The Rubber Ball Technique
• 13:38 Exploring Beliefs and Coaching Techniques
• 19:28 The Power of Positivity and Coaching
• 20:05 Effective Coaching Questions
• 21:16 Digging Deeper: The Nine Whys
• 28:30 Facilitation vs. Coaching
• 33:47 Building a Coaching Relationship
• 37:00 Practical Tips for Aspiring Coaches
• 39:58 Conclusion and Resources