Ready for episode 10 of the WellBe Video Series?
In this interview with Sylvia Neumann, a professional life and social counsellor, mediator and supervisor, working in Austria, we have the opportunity to discover a specific field of coaching. The focus of her work is on helping individuals who are currently unemployed and/or looking for ways how to cope with difficulties and pressures related to such a particular situation.
Sylvia emphasizes the very importance of empowering her clients and supporting them with regaining their self-esteem and intrinsic motivation.
Sylvia believes that the main skills and competencies of a coach in this field involve recognizing and addressing body language, working with clients to identify and overcome personal barriers. While the long-term effects of her coaching may not always be immediately visible, she often does observe positive changes and empowerment in her clients. She highlights the importance of active listening and using silence as a method in her coaching sessions, stating that these practices can lead to deeper and more meaningful conversations.
Our guest also reflects on her own growth as a coach, pointing out the importance of patience and of allowing the client to be responsible her/himself for the coaching process (i.e. taking ownership). Also, two favourite concrete cases of experience are shared with us directly from her coaching practice – join in and follow us to this special field of coaching.
Watch the interview here: https://youtu.be/EnM3NNH7N1Q