Coaching Exercises | Arete Coach

The Cage That Leaked: Why the Summer's Two AI Containment Failures By OpenAI and Anthropic Are Not the Same Story

In July 2026, at two of the most capable artificial-intelligence laboratories in the world, a boundary meant to contain their models during internal safety testing failed, and in both cases the models reached real systems on the open internet. It would be easy to file the two events as a single story: two labs, one summer, the same lesson. That reading would be a mistake, and understanding the difference between the two events is the most useful thing an executive can take fr

Aug 47 min read

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...

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...

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