How to Coach Using ‘Grow’
4. Contracting
Contracting is a process whereby the coach and the thinker work together to decide the practical aspects of the coaching agreement, such as the practicalities and nature of the working relationship.
Why Your Brain Reacts to Social Situations Like They’re Survival Threats
Have you ever felt disproportionately stressed by feedback, sudden change, or feeling misunderstood? The SCARF model reveals why everyday workplace moments can trigger ancient survival responses — and how understanding them can transform how we lead, communicate, and perform under pressure.
The Threat Response at Work
When certainty disappears, the brain shifts into threat mode — reducing access to rational thinking just when leaders need it most.
