Coaching Exercises

The Business Model Canvas: A One-Page Guide to Seeing Your Business Whole

Most executives can describe their product in a sentence and their org chart in a paragraph, yet struggle to explain how the pieces of their business actually connect to create and capture value. That gap is exactly what the Business Model Canvas was built to close. Developed by Alexander Osterwalder and Yves Pigneur out of Osterwalder's earlier doctoral research (Osterwalder, 2004) and popularized in their 2010 book Business Model Generation (Osterwalder & Pigneur, 2010), th

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Unlocking Efficiency: The Power of Pareto Analysis in Executive Leadership

Rooted in the Pareto Principle, also known as the 80/20 rule, this analysis offers a powerful lens through which leaders can discern the most impactful areas of focus from the trivial many. For executives, whether in coaching sessions or peer group discussions, leveraging the Pareto Analysis can be transformative. Continue reading to see how. Understanding Pareto Analysis At its core, Pareto Analysis is a technique used to identify a set of priorities or actions that can sign

Jul 23, 20254 min read

Reframing the GROW Model: Barry Goldberg’s GROWTH Approach to Executive Coaching

In Episode #1158 of the Arete Coach Podcast, Severin Sorensen sits down with Barry Goldberg to discuss his adaptation of the GROW model into what he calls the GROWTH model. Barry, an experienced executive and leadership coach, brings a fresh perspective to this widely recognized coaching framework, emphasizing the need to incorporate "Time" and "Help" into the coaching process. In this article, we delve into the origins of the GROW model, its various adaptations, and how Barr

Oct 4, 20245 min read

The Stories We Tell Ourselves: How Beliefs Shape Our Narratives

The stories we tell ourselves are woven from a complex interplay of beliefs and attitudes. These narratives, often shaped by our experiences and perceptions, can influence our outlook on life and our potential for growth. Understanding how beliefs can become limiting and how they shape our personal stories is key to unlocking our full potential. Beliefs as Narrative Anchors Beliefs serve as anchors in the stories we construct about ourselves and the world around us. They are

Jul 3, 20244 min read

Transforming Ideas Into Action With The Now Wow How Matrix

The ability to quickly evaluate and prioritize ideas is essential. The Now Wow How Matrix, The Center for Development of Creative Thinking, emerges as a vital tool, enabling organizations to effectively streamline decision-making processes across various operational aspects. By categorizing ideas into feasible 'Now' actions, impactful 'Wow' proposals, and visionary 'How' concepts, this matrix simplifies complex decisions, aligns team objectives, and ensures a strategic approa

Jun 28, 20245 min read

A Guide to Bloom’s Taxonomy in Coaching

Bloom's Taxonomy is a widely used framework that categorizes learning objectives into different levels of complexity. Developed in 1956 by Benjamin Bloom and his colleagues at the University of Chicago, it provides a structure for educators and trainers to design instruction that promotes a deeper understanding of a subject (Anderson, 2000). Bloom's Taxonomy is often visualized as a pyramid or ladder, with six hierarchical levels of learning objectives: Remember: This is the

May 8, 20245 min read