Unlocking Coaching Confidence with Metaphors: Insights from Light Up

In this episode of The Coaching Book Club, hosts Christy Stuber and Ken McKellar explore Light Up: The Science of Coaching with Metaphors by Lyssa deHart — a must-read coaching book for anyone looking to enhance their coaching skills and leadership strategies.

Metaphors are powerful tools that can transform coaching conversations, helping clients connect with abstract ideas in meaningful and memorable ways. Whether you’re a practicing coach, a new coach seeking confidence, or a manager looking to improve leadership coaching skills, this episode offers actionable insights you can apply immediately.

Christy and Ken break down key concepts from Light Up, revealing how coaches can:
✅ Use metaphors to deepen client conversations and build trust
✅ Develop practical coaching techniques that inspire clarity and insight
✅ Apply coaching strategies to tackle imposter syndrome and boost confidence
✅ Enhance coaching skills for managers and leaders navigating complex conversations

This insightful book review podcast offers practical coaching takeaways and tips for developing leadership coaching skills. Whether you're building your coaching practice, exploring coaching techniques for beginners, or searching for the best coaching podcasts for managers, this episode will leave you with fresh ideas and strategies to elevate your coaching conversations.

Tune in to discover how metaphor-driven coaching can create transformative learning moments — and take your coaching skills to the next level.