by Kim Olver | Apr 20, 2018 | Choice Theory, Coaching
As a helping professional, have you ever encountered clients who seem to revel in their misery? It’s not that they are having any fun—misery is miserable, after all. But if you understand Choice Theory, you realize that all behavior is purposeful. Even in the most...
by Kim Olver | Apr 5, 2018 | Coaching
For new coaches, it is frustrating when clients aren’t making the progress expected of them. Whenever clients aren’t successful, there are many things to explore. However, this exploration won’t happen if you forget to follow up on their actions. A rookie mistake is...
by Kim Olver | Mar 22, 2018 | Coaching
As coaches, it is our job to show our clients that there is hope. When they’re feeling like they’re ‘broken,’ we show them that their pain is temporary, that there are better ways to manage difficult situations, and that they can accomplish their hopes and dreams. In...
by Kim Olver | Mar 8, 2018 | Coaching
Coaching is a field that’s been rapidly expanding over the past two decades. Not only is it a profession, but also an important skill for people in leadership positions. Coaching requires an understanding of human motivation. Much research has been done to determine...
by Kim Olver | Sep 3, 2012 | Choice Theory, Coaching, Parenting, Self-growth
This month’s InsideOut Empowerment Challenge is about looking beyond behavior to its purpose. All behavior is purposeful. Every behavior is a person’s best attempt to get something they want at that particular time to more effectively meet one of their five...
by Kim Olver | May 18, 2012 | Coaching, Self-growth
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. We will go to the doctor for a physical checkup but how many of us engage in a mental health checkup? The goals of my process, InsideOut Empowerment, provides us with ten things we can do to improve our well-being and increase our...
