Expand Your Frame

This podcast examines the three pillars of the TLC framework, transformation, love and connection. These are at the heart of my organization, Sigmon Leadership Solutions, and are the foundations of my coaching practice. Over a two episode time frame we examine and invite a variety perspectives on each of the three pillars including highlighting a practice tool or technique you can use immediately. I invite you to subscribe, give feedback and help shape the conversation.

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Latest episodes

27 February 2024

Empowerment and Connection with Special Guest Tiffany Lee

In this episode of Expand Your Frame I am chatting with my dear friend and colleague Tiffany Lee. Tiffany is an expert in body language and communication and she her journey into the world of body language, highlighting its profound impact on building connections, empowering women, and enhancing leadership skills.

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09 January 2024

Energize Your Coaching with FEBI Energy Patterns

Discover the transformative power of the Focused Energy Balance Indicator (FEBI) energy patterns in unlocking your leadership potential. Join me along with with Dr. Ginny Whitelaw and Jasleen Kaur as we delve into the world of FEBI and its impact on coaching. Learn how understanding your unique energy patterns can help you become a more effective leader and uncover new ways to overcome challenges. With FEBI, you have the ability to access and utilize different leadership styles to adapt to any situation. Explore the body-mind connection and harness the power of movement, breath, and presence to enhance your coaching practice. Whether you're a coach or a leader looking to expand your frame, FEBI provides a comprehensive framework for personal and professional growth.

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19 December 2023

Coaching Compassion and Leadership with Special Guest Payal Jindal Khanna, PCC

In this episode, join us for a compelling conversation with Payal Jindal Khanna, a compassionate coach and dedicated Buddhist practitioner. Payal delves into her unique journey, illustrating the convergence of Buddhist philosophy and coaching in her life. Throughout our discussion, she underscores the pivotal role authenticity plays in coaching and its translation into fostering compassionate leadership. Payal offers illuminating insights from her book, 'Coaching, Compassion, and Leadership: Insights from Buddhist Wisdom,' shedding light on key Buddhist teachings that seamlessly integrate into coaching methodologies. With a focus on practicality, she shares invaluable strategies for nurturing compassion and interconnectedness within coaching sessions, emphasizing the transformative influence of mindfulness. Drawing from her experiences working with both students and senior professionals, Payall highlights the tangible benefits of compassion and empathy in the workplace. Central to her approach are the core tenets of self-compassion and self-awareness, serving as the bedrock for fostering authentic and empathetic coaching practices. Payal's wealth of wisdom and firsthand experiences offer invaluable lessons for coaches and leaders seeking to infuse compassion into their professional endeavors.

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07 November 2023

Allyship and Belonging with Special Guest Jennifer Nielsen, PCC, MBA

In this episode of the Expand Your Frame podcast, I welcome Jennifer Nielsen, founder of Nielsen Executive Coaching, for a conversation on allyship and belonging in the workplace. Jennifer shares her upbringing as a first-generation immigrant and its impact on her career. We discuss the importance of allyship, particularly for marginalized individuals facing challenges like imposter syndrome and discrimination.

Jennifer distinguishes between sponsorship and allyship, highlighting how an ally can also serve as a sponsor, leveraging their position to support others. A good sponsor provides seasoned advice, effective networking guidance, and encouragement aligned with one's abilities.

We delve into the challenges of starting conversations about allyship, acknowledging the commonality of imposter syndrome experiences.

The episode offers valuable insights and practical wison on allyship and belonging in the workplace, highlighting the need for genuine support, and understanding. I am grateful to Jennifer for her candor, partnership and for being such a great friend.

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24 October 2023

Working with the Energy of Abrasive Leaders, with Special Guest Jordan Goldrich

In this episode Jordan and I dive into the paradox of psychological safety and warrior leadership. We discuss the importance of creating a safe and respectful work environment while also recognizing the need for directness and results-driven leadership. Jordan, an executive coach specializing in working with abrasive leaders, shares his insights and experiences. He highlights the value of compassion and understanding in leadership, drawing inspiration from the Navy SEAL's ethos. By balancing psychological safety and warrior spirit, leaders can foster engagement, drive results, and handle challenges effectively.

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10 October 2023

The Power of Creativity in Coaching with Special Guest Vanessa Hagerbaumer

In this fascinating episode Vanessa and I discuss a wide range of topics related to creativity and coaching/leadership. As leaders we coach as part of our leadership preferences. As coaches we are probably more creative than we believe. How can we use creativity as a powerful force for leadership and coaching? These questions and more in this episode!

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