134. The Transformative Power Of Coaching And Self Discovery

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134. The Transformative Power Of Coaching And Self Discovery

Join us for an insightful conversation as we reflect on a 6-month coaching journey with Hannah Mattil, Team Lead at PlaytestCloud, and Leadership Coach Sophie Vo.

Sophie Vo

Sep 03, 2024

Transcript

What is the impact of coaching and what should you expect when you get coaching?

Some even ask: What is the ROI of coaching?

In this special coaching episode, host Sophie Vo sits down with Hannah Mattil, the Senior Team Lead for Research Operations at PlaytestCloud. They reflect on Hannah’s personal and professional growth over six months of leadership coaching.

Hannah shares her journey from initial skepticism about coaching to the valuable lessons and self-awareness she gained. They discuss the importance of self-reflection, receiving and acting on feedback, and setting clear goals. Hannah emphasizes how the coaching experience has helped her develop confidence, composure, and a deeper understanding of her strengths and weaknesses.

This episode is a testament to the transformative power of coaching and its impact on leadership and personal development. Sophie Vo openly shares her unique approach and process to coaching, with her 16 years of leadership in games.

For people considering coaching, this episode will highlight what to expect, and when is the right time to invest in yourself.

Coaching is a process that needs full readiness from the coachee for the most optimal outcomes.

01:37 Special Episode: Hannah's Leadership Journey

03:33 Hannah's Background and Entry into Gaming

05:08 The Coaching Journey Begins

10:33 Overcoming Challenges and Building Confidence

13:01 Reflecting on the Coaching Experience

26:34 Applying Coaching Lessons in Real Life

29:49 Final Thoughts and Advice on Coaching

35:30 Conclusion and Call to Action

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