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<div class="libsyn-modal__body modal-body"> <div class="px-2"> <div class="libsyn-modal__body modal-body"> <div class="px-2"> Podcast Notes Episode 472 Distinctions as the Key to Insight Hosts: Brian Miller, PCC and Chad Hall, MCC Date: July 3, 2025 In this episode, Brian Miller and Chad Hall dive deep into the concept of distinctions in coaching—the practice of helping clients untangle and clarify similar ideas that are often conflated. They discuss how distinctions can evoke awareness, expand thinking, and lead to more precise actions. With examples ranging from assertive vs. aggressive to interests vs. positions, they illustrate how a coach’s role goes beyond asking questions to offering lenses for clearer perspective. Key Highlights:</div> <div class="px-2"> <ul data-start="659" data-end="1387"> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-start="659" data-end="798"> Defining Distinctions: A distinction separates two similar but different concepts. Helping clients see these can unlock new insights. </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-start="799" data-end="945"> Examples in Practice: Common distinctions include want vs. need, assertive vs. aggressive, candid vs. kind, and toxic vs. imperfect. </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-start="946" data-end="1102"> Role of the Coach: Coaches aren’t just question-askers—they are thinking partners who offer observations and distinctions that facilitate awareness. </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-start="1103" data-end="1264"> Distinctions Create Clarity: When clients conflate ideas (e.g., all managing is micromanaging), clarifying distinctions can change perceptions and actions. </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-start="1265" data-end="1387"> Language Matters: The words clients use—like calling someone “toxic”—can reflect deeper assumptions worth exploring. </li> </ul> <h2 data-start="1394" data-end="1412">Takeaways:</h2> <ul data-start="1413" data-end="2025"> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-start="1413" data-end="1545"> Distinctions Are Tools: Use them intentionally and contextually to help clients reframe issues and discover new possibilities. </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-start="1546" data-end="1664"> Beyond Questions: Coaching involves sharing observations, metaphors, and distinctions—not just asking questions. </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-start="1665" data-end="1790"> Clarity Enables Action: The clearer clients are about what they’re experiencing, the more effectively they can respond. </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-start="1791" data-end="1917"> Stay Curious, Not Prescriptive: Offer distinctions as lenses, not conclusions—clients still decide what’s true for them. </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-start="1918" data-end="2025"> Language Shapes Experience: Help clients label experiences accurately to avoid unhelpful assumptions. </li> </ul> <div>Stay Connected:</div> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"> Website: <a href= "http://coachapproachministries.org/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer nofollow">coachapproachministries.org</a> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"> Email: <a href= "mailto:info@coachapproachministries.org" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer nofollow">info@coachapproachministries.org</a> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"> LinkedIn: <a href= "http://www.linkedin.com/company/coach-approach-ministries" target= "_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer nofollow">http://www.linkedin.com/company/coach-approach-ministries</a> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"> Facebook: <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/coach.approach.ministries" target= "_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer nofollow">https://www.facebook.com/coach.approach.ministries</a> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"> Youtube: <a href= "https://www.youtube.com/@coachapproachministries7538" target= "_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/@coachapproachministries7538</a> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"> Follow us on social media for updates and resources! </li> </ul> </div> </div> </div> </div>

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<div class="libsyn-modal__body modal-body"> <div class="px-2"> Podcast Notes Episode 471 Transforming Culture One Crew at a Time with Tara Carbo Host: Brian Miller, PCC Guests: Tara Carbo Date: June 12, 2025 In this episode, Brian sits down with Tara Carbo—a former blue-collar entrepreneur turned leadership coach—to explore how her unique background shapes her coaching philosophy. Tara shares how her deep roots in the flooring industry evolved into a coaching practice dedicated to serving blue-collar business owners. Together with her husband, she’s on a mission to bring leadership development, culture transformation, and personal growth to an underserved community. <h2 data-start="695" data-end="721">5 Key Highlights</h2> <ul data-start="723" data-end="1870"> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-start="723" data-end="970"> Niche Expertise in Blue-Collar Coaching Tara and her husband focus exclusively on blue-collar business leaders (like contractors and service providers), a demographic they know intimately and view as overlooked in leadership development. </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-start="972" data-end="1203"> Blending Spirituality & Practicality Coaching for Tara includes conversations around ego, self-awareness, and higher purpose—but always in language that resonates with where her clients are emotionally and professionally. </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-start="1205" data-end="1425"> From "Why Are You Here?" to "Thank God You're Here" Tara shares strategies for moving potential clients from skepticism to appreciation, often through speaking engagements and value-first relationship building. </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-start="1427" data-end="1637"> The Role of Culture & Leadership in Business Health Carbo Coaching emphasizes creating environments where people thrive—through leadership development, improved communication, and clear team dynamics. </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-start="1639" data-end="1870"> Effective Client Pipeline Strategy Tara offers a practical system for defining and nurturing leads, from casual connections to committed clients—favoring authentic relationships over traditional "speed-dating" networking. </li> </ul> <h2 data-start="1877" data-end="1902">Top 5 Takeaways</h2> <ul data-start="1904" data-end="2810"> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-start="1904" data-end="2103"> Meet Clients Where They Are Especially in the blue-collar world, it's vital to translate abstract concepts (like self-awareness or emotional intelligence) into tangible, relatable language. </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-start="2105" data-end="2275"> Thriving Culture Begins with People Business success starts with viewing employees as the most valuable asset and creating environments where they can flourish. </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-start="2277" data-end="2450"> Curiosity and Vulnerability Are Strategic Tools Tara embraces not knowing everything—asking questions and learning alongside clients to build trust and connection. </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-start="2452" data-end="2623"> Speaking > Selling Offering brief, valuable talks at association meetings or company board gatherings has become a core marketing and pipeline-building strategy. </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-start="2625" data-end="2810"> A “Pipeline” Is More Than a List A healthy sales pipeline consists of people who’ve expressed real interest and are actively working through how to move forward with coaching. </li> </ul> </div> <div class="px-2">Check Tara's business out at <a href= "http://carbocoaching.com/">http://carbocoaching.com/</a>! <div> </div> <div> </div> <div>Stay Connected:</div> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"> Website: <a href= "http://coachapproachministries.org/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer nofollow">coachapproachministries.org</a> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"> Email: <a href= "mailto:info@coachapproachministries.org" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer nofollow">info@coachapproachministries.org</a> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"> LinkedIn: <a href= "http://www.linkedin.com/company/coach-approach-ministries" target= "_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer nofollow">http://www.linkedin.com/company/coach-approach-ministries</a> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"> Facebook: <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/coach.approach.ministries" target= "_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer nofollow">https://www.facebook.com/coach.approach.ministries</a> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"> Youtube: <a href= "https://www.youtube.com/@coachapproachministries7538" target= "_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/@coachapproachministries7538</a> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"> Follow us on social media for updates and resources! </li> </ul> </div> </div>

471 Transforming Culture One Crew at a Time with Tara Carbo

<div class="libsyn-modal__body modal-body"> <div class="px-2"> Podcast Notes Episode 470 Conversations That Get Clients Hosts: Brian Miller, PCC and Chad Hall, MCC Date: June 19, 2025 In this episode, Chad and Brian dive deep into the realities of getting coaching clients, debunking the myth that "if you build it, they will come." They explore the importance of having intentional conversations as the primary engine for building a coaching practice. Through personal insights and practical frameworks like the "cold, warm, hot" conversation model, the episode emphasizes authenticity, competence, and consistency as key ingredients in client acquisition. <h3 data-start="607" data-end="634">Key Highlights:</h3> <ul data-start="635" data-end="1490"> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-start="635" data-end="793"> Clients Don’t Just Show Up: Unlike some professions like counseling, coaching requires active engagement and conversation to build visibility and trust. </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-start="794" data-end="942"> The Power of Being “Not Needy and Not Weird”: The most attractive coaches (and people) present themselves confidently and without desperation. </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-start="943" data-end="1165"> The Cold-Warm-Hot Conversation Framework: <ul data-start="993" data-end="1165"> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-start="993" data-end="1051"> Cold: Encouragement-based, genuine interest in others. </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-start="1054" data-end="1107"> Warm: Topic-based discussions showing competence. </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-start="1110" data-end="1165"> Hot: Proposal conversations aiming for a yes or no. </li> </ul> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-start="1166" data-end="1340"> Conversations Are the Funnel: Client relationships begin with small talk and evolve—coaching is fundamentally a relationship built through many meaningful interactions. </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-start="1341" data-end="1490"> Shift Your Mindset: Stop thinking like someone who wants to be hired and start operating like an equal engaging peers in thoughtful dialogue. </li> </ul> <h3 data-start="1497" data-end="1517">Takeaways:</h3> <ul data-start="1518" data-end="2201"> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-start="1518" data-end="1660"> Client acquisition is relational, not transactional. Coaches must consistently invest in genuine conversations to build trust over time. </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-start="1661" data-end="1789"> Being needy kills opportunities. Confidence and detachment from the outcome make you more attractive to potential clients. </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-start="1790" data-end="1927"> Encouragement is underrated. Starting relationships with encouragement creates warmth and opens doors for deeper discussions later. </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-start="1928" data-end="2061"> Warmth precedes depth. Coaches must first be skilled at shallow conversations before diving into deeper, transformational ones. </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-start="2062" data-end="2201"> Conversations are the marketing strategy. You don’t need to be “in sales” to get clients—you need to connect meaningfully, regularly. </li> </ul>   <div>Stay Connected:</div> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"> Website: <a href= "http://coachapproachministries.org/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer nofollow">coachapproachministries.org</a> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"> Email: <a href= "mailto:info@coachapproachministries.org" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer nofollow">info@coachapproachministries.org</a> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"> LinkedIn: <a href= "http://www.linkedin.com/company/coach-approach-ministries" target= "_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer nofollow">http://www.linkedin.com/company/coach-approach-ministries</a> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"> Facebook: <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/coach.approach.ministries" target= "_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer nofollow">https://www.facebook.com/coach.approach.ministries</a> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"> Youtube: <a href= "https://www.youtube.com/@coachapproachministries7538" target= "_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/@coachapproachministries7538</a> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"> Follow us on social media for updates and resources! </li> </ul> </div> </div>

470 Conversations That Get Clients

Podcast Notes Episode 469 Telling Real Stories in a Broken World w/ David Alford and Joseph Stam Host: Brian Miller, PCC Guests: David Alford and Joseph Stam Date: June 12, 2025 In this episode, host Brian Miller speaks with filmmakers David Alford and Joseph Stam about their new film Searching for the Elephant. The conversation dives into the gritty, neo-western drama centered on a fractured relationship between a reclusive Vietnam veteran grandfather and his estranged, drug-addicted grandson. The filmmakers reflect on the story's themes, the challenges of portraying addiction authentically, and their departure from conventional Christian storytelling. They also highlight the collaborative nature of the production and share their passion for crafting emotionally honest, conflict-rich narratives that mirror the messiness of real life.  <h3 data-start="787" data-end="811">Key Highlights</h3> <ul data-start="813" data-end="2010"> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-start="813" data-end="1081"> Story Premise & Tone: Searching for the Elephant is a character-driven neo-western that explores emotional isolation, generational trauma, and redemption. It pushes past sanitized storytelling, embracing grittier, more realistic portrayals of pain and healing. </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-start="1082" data-end="1336"> Authenticity in Addiction Portrayal: Joseph Stam, who plays the grandson Jason, immersed himself in research—watching documentaries, developing a backstory, and spending time with people in recovery—to ensure a truthful and respectful performance. </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-start="1337" data-end="1595"> Intentional Departure from Hallmark-style Christian Films: The filmmakers wanted to reflect the complexity of faith and life, avoiding the overly "tidy" resolution tropes common in Christian media, aiming instead for authenticity and emotional realism. </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-start="1596" data-end="1802"> Dynamic Character Arcs: Both the grandfather and grandson undergo parallel transformations, with layered, conflicted emotions that resonate with anyone who’s experienced strained family relationships. </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-start="1803" data-end="2010"> Collaborative Creative Process: The team emphasized a “best idea wins” environment on set, fostering creativity among cast and crew and contributing to the film’s grounded, emotionally rich atmosphere. </li> </ul> <h3 data-start="2017" data-end="2051">Takeaways</h3> <ul data-start="2053" data-end="2769"> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-start="2053" data-end="2249"> Conflict drives great storytelling: As the filmmakers note, real drama is born from unresolved tensions—and leaning into conflict rather than avoiding it leads to more compelling narratives. </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-start="2250" data-end="2437"> Faith-based films can be gritty and real: There's room in Christian cinema for raw, unpolished stories that still carry messages of hope and redemption without sugarcoating reality. </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-start="2438" data-end="2607"> Authenticity requires dedication: Bringing depth to characters—especially those struggling with addiction or trauma—demands time, empathy, and careful preparation. </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;" data-start="2608" data-end="2769"> Humor has its place in drama: Subtle, character-grounded humor helped balance the film’s intensity, providing relief without undercutting emotional weight. </li> </ul> <div>Stay Connected:</div> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"> Website: <a href= "http://coachapproachministries.org/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer nofollow">coachapproachministries.org</a> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"> Email: <a href= "mailto:info@coachapproachministries.org" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer nofollow">info@coachapproachministries.org</a> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"> LinkedIn: <a href= "http://www.linkedin.com/company/coach-approach-ministries" target= "_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer nofollow">http://www.linkedin.com/company/coach-approach-ministries</a> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"> Facebook: <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/coach.approach.ministries" target= "_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer nofollow">https://www.facebook.com/coach.approach.ministries</a> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"> Youtube: <a href= "https://www.youtube.com/@coachapproachministries7538" target= "_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/@coachapproachministries7538</a> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"> Follow us on social media for updates and resources! </li> </ul>

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