Catalyst 14 Blog

Below you’ll find some articles on coaching, mindfulness and personal leadership from Catalyst 14.

Introduction to fundamentals of transformational coaching

In this post Vanessa Rogers shares some common themes that emerged from a series of interviews with past participants on their experience of training with Catalyst 14.

A thumbs up symbolising positive psychology and use of Ai in coaching.

A look at how Ai — Appreciative Inquiry, not Artificial Intelligence! — can be transformative in coaching conversations.

Okness - image of two doors bearing the word OK, symbolising the 'I'm OK, You're OK' approach in coaching.

An exploration of how the ‘I’m OK, You’re OK’ approach can help in difficult coaching contexts.

Mindfulness advent calendar (winter scene)

To support you in the run up to Christmas, here are our recommendations for some mindful activities that you can build into your day.

Burnout (image of some burnt matches)

In this post, we discuss the concept of burnout and explore the key ways that you can avoid it.

Image of a footprint in the sand, symobolising impermanence

In this post we discuss how embracing impermanence can lead to coaches developing greater resilience and peace of mind.

Following bliss

In this post we look at the concept of ‘following your bliss’: listening to your heart, your truth and trusting the deep impulse within you to live a life that truly makes you feel alive.

In this post, Tracy May explores one of the most pressing questions that needs to be answered in the COVID-19 era: ‘’What is the task of leadership?’’

If the first week of lockdown has been a bit of a struggle, this post is for you: it discusses what you could have been experiencing — and what could make the next few weeks a bit better.

Wabi-Sabi

In this post, we share some some thoughts on how the psychology of imperfection — Wabi-Sabi can enhance our coaching practice.

Visuals in coaching

We dive into 7 ways that drawing and visuals can support coaches in their work.

Online disinhibition effect

In this post, we explore the online disinhibition effect and how it affects the coaching relationship.

International coaching wek

We share resources to celebrate International Coaching Week 2023 and support your development as a coach.

Leader as coach

We share 10 characteristics of an impactful leader as coach – one who will inspire and guide their team members towards achieving their goals.

Coaching relationship

In this post, we outline the components of a great coaching relationship.

An image of two chairs together symbolising dialogue.

In this post, we discuss how the change in communication patterns from serial monologues to real dialogue is beneficial for everyone.

Image symbolising a reaction

In this post, we look at how you can use an awareness of ‘reactive tendencies’ to handle difficult conversations successfully.

Image of a tree (symbolising coaching resources)

Take a look at all the Continuing Professional Development opportunities available from Catalyst 14 in 2023.