How to Disarm a Trigger

Two leaders in a long-running feud both want the fighting to stop but cannot find their way to peace. Their coach gives them each homework to quiet the ill intent they ascribe to the other, allowing respect to emerge.It’s hard to stop fighting with a person who feels like sour mi ...  Show more

A highly effective leader finds herself in the middle of a terrible mess, not of her own making. When her coach marvels at her ability to stay calm amidst the chaos, she shares a lesson she learned from her dad.Tools and concepts in this episode:“People are doing their best” embo ...  Show more

Are you an entrepreneur looking to explore how you can infuse your business with coaching principles? Or maybe you’re simply curious what is possible when you bring coaching tools into the workplace?In this episode, you will learn about the impact of embracing thought work tools ...  Show more

Ever wonder why people or situations trigger you? In this episode, I show you how to turn your triggers into teachers, build unshakable confidence, and stop needing anyone’s approval but your own. Feeling stuck? It's time to take back control. If you're ready to master your mind ...  Show more

Team challenges can feel overwhelming to tackle head-on. Here’s how leaders in a recent Activation Bootcamp found ways to infuse small but meaningful relief into their teams—without trying to fix everything. Modern Mentor is hosted by Rachel Cooke. A transcript is available at Si ...  Show more

Your client is crying again… or emotionally checked out… or endlessly venting. What do you do? 

In this episode, Elena teaches you how to coach emotions when ACE alone isn’t enough. Learn how to show up with compassion, clarity, and courage—even in the trickies ...