Shift Out Loud with Tracy Spears
Hosted by Tracy Spears, speaker, co-author of two best selling leadership books, founder of The Leader Lab, coach, and head cheerleader for anyone trying to play bigger. Shift Out Loud is a podcast designed to inspire you to play bigger. You'll hear from real live people sharing what their shift was, when it happened, and why it was out loud. What you think is true, and when you move from the external locus of control to the internal locus of control, your shift can happen and anything becomes possible. This podcast is your invitation to listen to others who have made the shift, and also serve as a catalyst for you to play bigger.
Shift Out Loud with Tracy Spears
Coaching with Curiosity & Purpose with Mina Brown
In this episode of Shift Out Loud, Tracy Spears sits down with master coach and corporate leader-turned-mentor Mina Brown to explore the powerful, personal, and far-reaching impact of coaching. From boardrooms to virtual training rooms, Mina’s journey is a testament to the deep change that’s possible when we shift from giving answers to asking the right questions.
Together, they unpack what makes coaching so effective—including the science of neuro-linguistic programming (NLP), the strategic use of metaphors and humor, and the art of creating safe spaces for real transformation.
Mina shares how our environment shapes our beliefs, how the pandemic revolutionized coaching, and why curiosity, purpose, and values matter more than ever. Whether you’re a leader, a learner, or simply someone who wants to live more intentionally, this episode will leave you thinking differently about the power of conversation.
🔑 Key Takeaways:
- Coaching is not about answers—it’s about discovery.
- NLP can accelerate learning, growth, and transformation.
- Humor and metaphor help unlock deep insight and emotional resonance.
- Coaching is a partnership grounded in trust and respect.
- Leaders with coaching skills can radically impact culture and connection.
- Beliefs drive our behavior—challenging them drives change.
- Transitioning from corporate to coaching demands vulnerability and mindset shifts.
- The virtual coaching boom is here to stay—and it’s opening new doors.
- Everyone deserves a coach. The ripple effect is real.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Coaching and Personal Journey
02:54 Transitioning from Corporate to Coaching
05:46 The Role of Neuro-Linguistic Programming in Coaching
08:42 Understanding Coaching vs. Consulting
11:47 The Importance of a Coaching Relationship
14:27 The Power of Metaphors and Humor in Coaching
24:57 The Power of Curiosity in Coaching
25:52 Challenging Limiting Beliefs
28:50 Understanding Values and Purpose
31:43 The Impact of Environment on Beliefs
33:48 Navigating Information in the Digital Age
36:26 The Evolution of Coaching During the Pandemic
39:32 The Value of Coaching Beyond Profession
42:24 The Multiplier Effect of Coaching
45:23 Connecting with Mina Brown
Connect with Mina
Website: www.positivecoach.com
Connect with Tracy
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For insights that will help you play bigger in your life, work, and community, visit my blog: https://tracyspears.com/blog-2/
