CCEUs Approved: 1.5 Core Competencies

Durham CEC:  Chemistry and Fit - How to Know When

It's There and When It's Not
Thursday, April 25, 2019

4:30 pm - 6:00 pm

In the hustle of building your coaching business, have you ever overlooked the “Chemistry or Fit” between you and the client?  Maybe signed up a client knowing the match wasn’t quite right? Learn why it’s important to determine beforehand, if we will have the right chemistry with our clients. Plus, how to know if it’s a good match for building a strong coaching relationship.

Conversely, what if at the outset all was great, then over time the chemistry fades and the fit is no longer working. What can we do to reignite it when it gets lost along the way? Or if it can’t be revived, we will discuss the steps needed to graciously bow out of the coaching engagement.

In this CEC, we will discuss: 

• Chemistry and fit - how to know when it is there and when it is not
• Share stories of how we have overcome this situation
• Why we chose to stay and struggled through it
• How to let go with grace and move on

Come prepared to share your successes and strategies in managing the “relationship of coaching.”

About the Facilitator

Debbie Laxer, ACC founder of Laxer and Associates, has over 20 years of experience as a senior level HR professional with firms such as The Body Shop, RDU Airport Authority, Dress for Success, Triangle Leadership, the City of Raleigh, and Genworth Financial. She has partnered with many small businesses in the Triangle area in all matters of HR, strategic consulting and coaching.  A graduate of Concordia University in Montreal, Canada, Debbie has an MBA and an SPHR designation.

Debbie is also a certified business coach and an International Coaching Federation Associate Certified Coach (ACC). Her coaching clients include leaders at all levels who are smart enough to know they want to be better. Debbie’s supportive and straight forward style of coaching enables individuals to identify their inhibiting behaviors and help them move past them to become their very best. Her consulting skills allow her to brainstorm with clients so that ideas and solutions can be quickly generated.

Location Map
Free Parking Available

Location:
Durham County Library - Southwest Regional Library
3605 Shannon Rd, Durham, NC 27707

Registration Fees:

• 1.  Members:  Free
• 2.  Affiliates:  Free
• 3.  Partners:  ATD-RTA & TODN:  Free
• 4.  Guests:  Free

Please contact us , if you want to facilitate a Cutting Edge Conversation event.

CCEUs in Process

2nd Quarterly Meeting:  Coaching & Curiosity –The Perfect Partnership

Wednesday, May 15, 2019
11:00 am - 1:30 pm

Join us as we gain a fresh perspective for the power of curiosity, an
understanding of its parts, and a plan for how to cultivate it.

Genuine curiosity is a guiding principle in our work as coaches, leading us and our clients to a better self.  One of a coach's greatest senses of accomplishment comes from knowing they helped their clients move forward in achieving their personal and professional goals.  Being deeply curious is an essential part of effective coaching.

The impact of curiosity is often overlooked even though it precedes nearly every personal experience.  At some level, it influences our decisions and drives us to what is next. Yet, research indicates many don’t consider themselves curious. 

We will explore curiosity as a human behavior and a state-of-mind by reviewing current research, learning from today's thought leaders, and engaging in a dynamic discussion about the power of curiosity.  We will also explore ways to recognize curiosity and how it impacts growth and development.

The session details the four components of curiosity through an interactive dialog for participants to gain a fresh perspective on openness, inquisitiveness, problem solving and distress tolerance.  The full benefit of curiosity is achieved when we break it down into actionable parts and design a path to cultivate it within ourselves and ultimately with our clients.

Sadly, current trends are eroding our ability to stay curious.  When harnessed, curiosity moves us forward in nearly every aspect of professional and personal life.  Together, lets learn how to fully leverage curiosity to impact an individual's ability to make better decisions, navigate challenging conversations, remain optimistic, drive personal growth, and improve learning and memory. 

Program Overview:

• 11:00am-11:30am:  Network with fellow coaches, partners, associates, and guests
• 11:30am-12:00pm: Updates on Chapter, Global, Regional and Partners
• 12:00pm-1:30pm: Presentation

About Your Speaker and Facilitator 

Paul Winston is a Learning & Development leader, Executive Coach and Youth Group Director.  He is passionate about all things related to moving individuals to a higher level of competence and confidence. 

His career in Human Resources has spanned small family businesses, city government, and a F100 company, both domestic and international roles.

Paul has experienced the life changing impact of being coached and has spent his career coaching leaders at all level of the organization.  Paul recently traversed a curiosity journey of his own by recognizing that 20 years in corporate America resulted in his curiosity going nearly dormant.

Paul has spent the last two year rediscovering his own curiosity and has learned a few things about this uniquely human train along the way.  Paul believes most answers needed for success reside just beyond the noise.  Becoming curious places us in the right state-of-mind to identify those answers.  Join Paul as he shares personal stories, recent research and leads a dynamic discussion about the power of curiosity.

Lunch options from Panera are available for selection during the registration process.

LOCATION MAP

Free Parking Available at The Frontier

LOCATION:The Frontier CLASSROOM, 800 Park Offices Drive, Research Triangle Park, NC  27709

REGISTRATION FEES:

1. Members – $25.00
2. Affiliates – $35.00
3. Partners (ATD-RTA & TODN) – $40.00
4. Guests – $45.00
5. Board Members – $20.00

Please contact us if you are interested in facilitating a program or have questions about events. 

FREE for ALL

WHEN:  Friday, May 31, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

WHO:  YOU! All Coaches, Coaches-To-Be, Friends of Coaches, and anyone interested in learning about coaching are encouraged to participate in the Coach Connect meeting. If you are someone who is passionate about helping coaches advance their career or business, this event is for you too.

WHAT:  This is an informal, ongoing series of networking events to learn all about coaching, the business of coaching, coach training, and many more coaching related topics. It is a chance to meet other professionals in our field and exchange knowledge and our coaching experiences. Whether you are a new coach, a seasoned coach, or you want to learn more about coaching and/or how to become a coach, this event is for you! 

WHERE:  The Frontier, FUSION ROOM, 800 Park Offices Drive, Research Triangle Park, NC  27709

Come for the Coach Connect meeting and learn how to embrace a coaching culture.

Bring your lunch, drinks, or snacks. Food and drinks also available for purchase at Frontier Canteen.

Registration required.

LOCATION MAP

Free Parking Available at The Frontier.

Registration Fees:

• 1.  Members:  Free
• 2.  Affiliates:  Free
• 3.  Partners:  ATD-RTA & TODN:  Free
• 4.  Guests:  Free

Contact us if you have any Coach Connect questions.