One of the main benefits of the iPEC Coach Training program is that it is a live seminar—not pre-recorded—so I was able to ask questions, interact with other students, and practice coaching techniques on the spot.
During one of the one-on-one practice sessions I had, my partner for the exercise visibly lit up and said, “Oh my gosh, this situation totally just came full circle for me. I love the reflection that you’re giving back to me. I felt like I was destined to have met you!” It was mutual admiration on my end, too! Since this particular iPEC student was in Canada, it’s safe to say I would have never connected with her if we both went to our originally-scheduled, in-person Mods. Let’s call it kismet!
Additional perks?
- I wore slippers the entire weekend. (Too cute to not be pictured.)
- During our scheduled breaks, I could put in a load of laundry, throw ingredients into a crockpot for dinner, and take my dog out for walks—small luxuries I would not have had at an in-person Mod.
What I Learned from Coach Training, Mod I
It feels like a challenge to sum up everything I learned and experienced from the weekend into one blog post—it was a lot! Here are some key takeaways:
- Regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, you have more in common with those around you than you may think.
- We all have moments of self-doubt, insecurity, weakness, etc. but rarely do we truly know the true source of where those beliefs come from. Hint: This program will show you how to find out!
- Strong relationships, whether professional or personal, have one thing in common: great communication!
- Never underestimate the power of a few deep breaths.
- The only thing standing in the way of you and what you desire is the way you’re looking at the situation. The good news is, perspective shifts are easy—you just need to learn how to make them!
My Biggest Takeaway from Coach Training, Mod I
And the BIGGEST takeaway for me was realizing that if you’re feeling stuck or looking for answers, you’re probably not asking yourself the right questions (or being asked the right questions)—and that’s exactly the job of a coach. Being a coach has less to do with having all of the answers and more about asking the right questions because the answer is already inside of you.
The Life and Leadership Potentials Training (Mod I) taught me simple “checkpoints” that I use on a daily basis. The tools and techniques I learned help me to deconstruct my old thought processes and keep me actively implementing new ways of being. Whenever I am heated, frustrated, or worried, I am able to dissect the scenario and get to the bottom of how and why I am feeling what I am feeling. After running it through a few simple filters, it helps me get a better grip on reality AND my emotions.
The conclusion? While it wasn’t in the city that never sleeps, I think Mod I came into my life at the perfect time. It was like a deep-cleaning for the lens from which I view my life. I am so excited to continue this journey and see what Mods II and III have in store for me!
