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The Coaching Cafe Podcast

Open Door Coaching
Coaching
ICF Core Competencies
Employee Engagement
Open Door Coaching
Professional Development
Artificial Intelligence
Leadership
Mental Health
Emotional Intelligence
Coaching Ethics
Psychological Safety
Performance Conversations
Coaching Competencies
Work-Life Balance
International Coaching Federation
Coaching Philosophy
Performance Evaluation
AI In Coaching
Active Listening
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The latest thinking from Australia's leading Organisational Coaching specialist, Open Door Coaching.

Released weekly on Tuesdays the Coaching Cafe is presented by Dr Natalie Ashdown an MCC accredited coach.

Enjoying the podcast? Check out our Social Media, our website or leave a 5 star review to help spread our reach!

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Every year, we wait for the release of the Gallup State of the Global Workplace Report.

Not just to see the data—but to understand whether, as a global collective, we are making a difference. This year, the headlines are once again hard to ignore.

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What does it really take to pass the ICF credential exams?

Recently, our very own Paula Jones-Hunt successfully passed her PCC exam, and late last year Brigitte Calvert achieved her MCC credential. Fresh from the combined experience of preparation, ... more

As AI becomes more embedded in the workplace, questions are no longer just about capability—they are about ethics, responsibility, and professional practice.

Following our exploration of AI and coaching last week, this week we turn our attention to ... more

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As AI continues to reshape how we work, it is also beginning to influence how we think, decide, and lead.

In our recent Coaching Café, it was no surprise that we identified AI as one of the most signif... more

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Recent Guests

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Hosts

Natalie Ashdown
Open Door Coaching lead and MCC credentialed coach, frequent host with emphasis on coaching philosophy, core competencies, and organizational impact
Paula James Hunt
Resident HR Specialist at Open Door Coaching, focuses on workplace safety, psychological safety, and HR perspectives in coaching
Bridget Calvert
Coach (MCC-level demonstrations) and learning & development professional, partner in coaching demonstrations and discussions on core competencies

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 11 ratings
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    Thank you to The Open Door Team and Natalie Ashdown for everything you have done to help raise my game as a coach. The power is within them!

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    Australia2 years ago

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Part 2: AI and Ethics.
Q: How should coaches use AI without compromising the integrity of coaching relationships?
Use AI to augment processes (e.g., transcripts, role play, productivity tools) while maintaining the central role of human judgment, ensuring data privacy, and requiring clear contracts and vendor safeguards.
Part 2: AI and Ethics.
Q: Lu, what should leaders be thinking about when it comes to ethical considerations in AI?
Leaders should focus on governance, data privacy, fairness and bias, and ensuring there are clear boundaries for AI use within coaching processes, as well as avoiding shadow AI by implementing transparent practices and accountability.
International Coach Week Interview: Hayley Goldsmith
Q: What advice do you have for others trying to convince senior leaders to invest in coaching?
Be clear on the benefits of coaching, listen to objections, and use statistics to advocate for its importance.
Are you a competent coach? Exploring the ACC Level.
Q: What do you think is the reason that embodying a coaching mindset is such an important aspect in that ACC Level coaching?
It's important because if it's not demonstrated, it would be an instant fail alongside the ICF Code of Ethics.
Ethical use of AI in Coaching – is it cheating?
Q: Is it okay to use AI to generate responses to clients' summaries?
Many participants believe it's okay to use AI for generating responses and summaries, provided ethical considerations are met.

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Conversations focus on leadership coaching as a strategic capability for organizations navigating change, with a strong emphasis on how technology, especially AI, is reshaping practice. Episodes frequently discuss building a coaching culture to boost performance, engagement, and psychological safety, while addressing the trust gap between leaders and teams. Practical demonstrations of coaching techniques, updates to professional standards (ICF core competencies), and real-world implications for coaching in diverse contexts (from corporate to education) are common. A standout pattern is the blend of theory, certification updates, and hands-on coaching demonstrations, often featuring high-profile coaches from Open Door Coaching and their coll... more

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