Too Good Not to Share! The Solution-Focused Circle Technique
Here’s an easy and powerful solution focus technique I came across recently – it would also work as part of an Appreciative Inquiry session
Best Appreciative Inquiry Resources on the Web: Autumn 2025 Roundup
I thought I’d share with you some of the best resources for Appreciative Inquiry (and related approaches) that I’ve stumbled across recently: Is your leadership above the line or below the line? I was introduced to this way of putting the distinction between two modes of being by Jackie Stavros and Cheri Torres, and I
How to Use ‘Provocative Propositions’ in Appreciative Coaching (part 2)
Here’s how to help your appreciative coaching client formulate their ‘provocative proposition’ to guide and inspire them towards their dreams. Some starter phrases, plus step by step instructions
How to Use ‘Provocative Propositions’ in Appreciative Coaching (part 1)
A checklist for powerful provocative propositions in one to one coaching, with examples
How to Ask Generative Questions: Positive Change Methods Podcast 25
Appreciative Inquiry talks a lot about generative questions – but what are they? What do they do? And how to ask them successfully? Find out in this episode of the Positive Change Methods Podcast
Using the ‘Logical Levels’ Model in One-to-One Coaching (Part 2)
How I use Robert Dilt’s ‘Logical Levels’ model on one-to-one coaching – with (literally) step-by-step instructions
Name It, Flip It, Frame It – a Conversation Worth Having with Jackie Stavros and Cheri Torres: Positive Change Methods Podcast 24
Exploring the transformative world of Appreciative Inquiry with Jackie Stavros and Cheri Torres, authors of ‘Conversations Worth Having’. Learn how to ask generative questions and frame conversations positively to foster collaboration and growth in your personal and professional life. Plus, the importance of curiosity, and how to avoid toxic positivity!
Show notes: https://coachingleaders.co.uk/pcm24
Using the ‘Logical Levels’ Model in Appreciative Coaching (part 1)
The Logical Levels model from NLP can get powerful results for your coaching clients. Let’s look at how to use it
How to Bring Your Emotional Intelligence to Any Difficult Situation
How to use the Goleman/Boyatzis 4-quadrant model of Emotional Intelligence as a coaching tool, or to prepare yourself for any challenge #EQ #EI
Unlocking Innovation in the NHS with Appreciative Inquiry – Interview with Wendy Burton: Positive Change Methods Podcast 23
Interview with Wendy Burton, who’s been using Appreciative Inquiry in the NHS in conjunction with Lean and Design Thinking to help improve processes and turn around struggling teams. Lots of useful tips and insights applicable beyond coaching in healthcare!
Shownotes: https://coachingleaders.co.uk/pcm23 (includes transcript)
How Some Life Coaching Tools Can Demotivate the Client (and what to do instead)
Not all coaching approaches are equal – if you ask the wrong questions, your client can be demoralised and demotivated. I know because it happened to me!
What Happens in the Dream Stage of Appreciative Inquiry? Positive Change Methods Podcast Episode 22
When you’re creating a vision of the ideal future with a team, or even a whole organisation, wouldn’t it be great if they could get free of the constraints of past problems and limits? That’s what the Dream stage of Appreciative Inquiry’s 5-D format is designed to do.
Show notes: https://coachingleaders.co.uk/pcm22