Why your clients don't listen to you! Episode 182 with Lewis Potts

In this episode we welcome Lewis Potts to the show.

Lewis aims to make coaching great again by encouraging coaches to implement more true coaching and communication into their services. 

Client adherence is the biggest roadblock that I hear coaches have. they have a good knowledge of training and nutrition but this is useless if the client cannot stick to the plan. This is why this is something both myself and Lewis focus on heavily within our programs.

In this episode we discuss the importance of asking good questions and helping clients come to their own solutions.  Why expectation management is the most important skill a coach should develop and why if you do not have boundaries as a coach you will not be helping anyone.

We also dive into the rise of concern for emotional eating and if it is something we really should worry too much about as exercise professionals as well as nature vs nurture in physique change.

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Link to the obesity map we talk about in the show:
https://foresightprojects.blog.gov.uk/2017/10/04/dusting-off-foresights-obesity-report/

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Chapters

00:00
Introduction and Safe Word

00:19
Lewis Potts' Goal: Making Coaching Great Again

02:41
Coaches' Knowledge and the Importance of Coaching

04:14
The Challenge of Standing Out in a Saturated Market

05:38
Finding the Balance Between Coaching and Empathy

06:23
Defining Coaching and Compassion

09:14
The Importance of Holding Clients Accountable

10:13
The Fear of Pissing Off Clients vs. Getting Results

13:46
The Power of Data-Driven Conversations

15:13
Asking Better Questions and Active Listening

20:28
Developing the Coach-Client Relationship

23:47
The Importance of Phone or Zoom Conversations

25:21
Using What and How Questions to Guide Clients

33:45
Tailoring Coaching Methods

45:03
Importance of Personalized Feedback

57:23
Balancing Automation and Personal Connection

01:03:14
Building Rapport for Effective Coaching

01:05:08
Setting Boundaries for Focus and Emotional Well-being

01:06:15
The Role of Automation in Coaching

01:07:46
Empowering Clients to Make Decisions

01:08:32
Effective Communication and Realistic Expectations

01:09:54
The Impact of Restrictive Dieting on Relationships with Food

01:12:16
Finding the Balance Between Optimal and Achievable Goals

01:36:03
The Importance of Coaching and Misconceptions

01:37:03
Understanding and Addressing Complex Factors

01:38:29
Differentiating Disordered Eating and Eating Disorders

01:41:20
The Role of Genetics, Environment, and Socioeconomic Status in Obesity

01:56:55
Building a Supportive Community of Coaches

02:06:26
Conclusion and Future Plans