Neuroscience of Coaching

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  • In each episode, host Dr. Irena O’Brien explains the science-based insights behind a particular concept and interviews a coach to discuss how these apply in the real world. Irena “un-complicates” neuroscience and teaches practical evidence-based tools and strategies that listeners can use in their coaching practices.
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  • Improve Your Sleep, Improve Your Life and Business (Russ Riendeau)

    Improve Your Sleep, Improve Your Life and Business (Russ Riendeau)
    Feb 27 2025
    Delve into the critical topic of sleep with guest Russ Riendeau, examining its underestimated impact on health and particular relevance to coaches. Using insights from science, you’ll learn strategies to improve sleep habits and the profound benefits for mental, emotional, and physical well-being.In each episode of Neuroscience of Coaching, host Dr. Irena O’Brien explains the science-based insights behind a particular concept and interviews a coach to discuss how these apply in the real world. Just as she does in her professional programs, Irena “un-complicates” neuroscience and teaches practical, evidence-based tools and strategies that listeners can use in their coaching practices.“I’ll sleep when I’m dead. It’s a badge of honor.” — Russ RiendeauGuest Bio:Russ Riendeau, PhD, is a writer, author, music composer, TEDx presenter, Mayo Clinic-trained Wellness Coach, and visual artist who shares perspectives that guide others to discover their own hidden talents. He continues to explore boundaries in the creative arts and literary world, creating curious works of all kinds alongside his ongoing research in behavioral science and the creative process.A member of the American Psychological Association and Archaeological Institute of America, Dr. Riendeau is a behavioral scientist with a doctorate in psychology and frequent keynote speaker on psychology-related topics for business innovation. Since 1985, he has been an executive search professional and founder of New Frontier Search Company.In addition to his creative endeavors, Russ has long held a passion for motorcycles, running, aviation, and golf — the latter for which he is now a certified Titleist Performance Institute Expert Coach Level 1. Russ lives with his wife, Cheryl, in St. Charles, Illinois, in the United States.Host Bio:Dr. Irena O'Brien teaches coaches and care professionals how to achieve better results for their clients through neuroscience.She is the founder of Neuroscience School, which helps practitioners understand and apply insights from cutting-edge neuroscience research. She loves seeing her students gain confidence in their ability to evaluate neuroscience findings and use them successfully in their own practices. Her Certificate Program in Neuroscience is certified by the International Coaching Federation (ICF) for Continuing Coaching Education credit.Dr. O'Brien has studied neuroscience for 25 years and holds a Ph.D. in the field from the Université du Quebec à Montréal (UQAM), where she did brain-imaging studies. She completed her postdoctoral fellowship at the Centre for Language, Mind, and Brain at McGill University.Resources mentioned in this episode:MiraseeDr. Irena O'Brien’s website: The Neuroscience SchoolRuss’s website: New Frontier CoachingRuss’s white paper: America’s Wake-Up Call: The Hidden Cost of Poor SleepCredits:Host: Dr. Irena O’BrienProducer: Andrew ChapmanAudio Editor: Marvin del RosarioExecutive Producer: Danny InyMusic Soundscape: Chad Michael SnavelyMaking our hosts sound great: Home Brew AudioMusic credits:Track Title: Sneaker SmeakerArtist: Avocado JunkieWriter: Sander KalmeijerPublisher: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONTrack Title: Coo CoosArtist: Dresden, The FlamingoWriter: Matthew WigtonPublisher: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONTrack Title: In This LightArtist: Sounds Like SanderWriter: Sander KalmeijerPublisher: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONSpecial effects credits:24990513_birds-chirping_by_promission used with permission of the author and under license by AudioJungle/Envato Market.To catch the great episodes coming up on Neuroscience of Coaching, please follow us on Mirasee FM's YouTube channel or your favorite podcast player. And if you enjoyed the show, please leave us a comment or a starred review. It’s the best way to help us get these ideas to more people.Episode transcript: Improve Your Sleep, Improve Your Life and Business (Russ Riendeau) coming soon.
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    31 mins
  • Cognitive Dissonance: Hidden and Holding You Back (Ann Carden)

    Cognitive Dissonance: Hidden and Holding You Back (Ann Carden)
    Feb 13 2025
    Explore the neuroscience of cognitive dissonance and its influence on coaching with insights from Ann Carden. Understanding this mental conflict can unlock valuable personal and professional growth. And once you overcome subconscious hurdles, you can uplevel to a more successful coaching practice.In each episode of Neuroscience of Coaching, host Dr. Irena O’Brien explains the science-based insights behind a particular concept and interviews a coach to discuss how these apply in the real world. Just as she does in her professional programs, Irena “un-complicates” neuroscience and teaches practical, evidence-based tools and strategies that listeners can use in their coaching practices.“You're either running towards something or running away from something. And running towards something is always going to be more inspiring and more about the process and the journey to get to it.” — Ann CardenGuest Bio:Ann Carden is a strategic business growth consultant, CEO of A. Carden Inc., and founder of the “Expert In You” brand and Influence Marketing & Media Agency. She is also a speaker, podcast host, magazine publisher, and author of three books, including an international bestseller.Ann has more than four decades of business, marketing, and sales experience. She spent thirteen years in corporate business management, leading multiple-million-dollar departments for a multi-billion-dollar national retail corporation. Following that, she has been an entrepreneur for more than thirty years, founding and selling five previous businesses.Working as a consultant/coach since 2010, Ann has helped hundreds of coaches, consultants, and services (in 80+ industries) add six and seven figures of revenue to their businesses. She has also trained and educated thousands of entrepreneurs, business owners, and professionals through speaking, workshops, seminars, and social media channels.Ann was recently inducted into Who’s Who in America for Entrepreneurship and the Who’s Who in America for Professional Women. And she has been featured on various media channels with published articles and syndicated podcasts.Host Bio:Dr. Irena O’Brien teaches coaches and care professionals how to achieve better results for their clients through neuroscience.She is the founder of Neuroscience School, which helps practitioners understand and apply insights from cutting-edge neuroscience research. She loves seeing her students gain confidence in their ability to evaluate neuroscience findings and use them successfully in their own practices. Her Certificate Program in Neuroscience is certified by the International Coaching Federation (ICF) for Continuing Coaching Education credit.Dr. O’Brien has studied neuroscience for 25 years and holds a Ph.D. in the field from the Université du Quebec à Montréal (UQAM), where she did brain-imaging studies. She completed her postdoctoral fellowship at the Centre for Language, Mind, and Brain at McGill University.Resources mentioned in this episode:MiraseeDr. Irena O'Brien’s website: The Neuroscience SchoolAnn’s Website: AnnLCarden.comAnn’s Marketing and Sales Website: ExpertInYou.comCredits:Host: Dr. Irena O’BrienProducer: Andrew ChapmanAudio Editor: Marvin del RosarioExecutive Producer: Danny InyMusic Soundscape: Chad Michael SnavelyMaking our hosts sound great: Home Brew AudioMusic credits:Track Title: Sneaker SmeakerArtist: Avocado JunkieWriter: Sander KalmeijerPublisher: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONTrack Title: Coo CoosArtist: Dresden, The FlamingoWriter: Matthew WigtonPublisher: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONTrack Title: In This LightArtist: Sounds Like SanderWriter: Sander KalmeijerPublisher: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONSpecial effects credits:24990513_birds-chirping_by_promission used with permission of the author and under license by AudioJungle/Envato Market.To catch the great episodes coming up on Neuroscience of Coaching, please follow us on Mirasee FM's YouTube channelor your favorite podcast player. And if you enjoyed the show, please leave us a comment or a starred review. It’s the best way to help us get these ideas to more people.Episode transcript: Cognitive Dissonance: Hidden and Holding You Back (Ann Carden) coming soon.
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    37 mins
  • Boosting Brain-Based Strategies to Achieve Your Goals (Laura Posey)

    Boosting Brain-Based Strategies to Achieve Your Goals (Laura Posey)
    Jan 30 2025

    Explore the neuroscience of goals and learn practical strategies to battle procrastination and boost productivity. Laura Posey shares her simple success roadmap, focusing on creating achievable plans and leveraging small steps for lasting success. Perfect for anyone wanting a more rewarding life.

    In each episode of Neuroscience of Coaching, host Dr. Irena O’Brien explains the science-based insights behind a particular concept and interviews a coach to discuss how these apply in the real world. Just as she does in her professional programs, Irena “un-complicates” neuroscience and teaches practical, evidence-based tools and strategies that listeners can use in their coaching practices.

    “And I realized the whole reason I almost died on the hike in Sedona was the same reason that my business was almost killing me. And it’s because I didn’t have a plan for either.” — Laura Posey


    Guest Bio:

    Laura Posey is an internationally-recognized speaker, author, and consultant. She is known as The Simple Planning Specialist for her unique ability to simply and easily laser-focus her clients to get dramatic results. Her Simple Success Roadmap is used by more than 3000 companies from startups to Fortune 100. She is the author of How to Plan Your Entire Year On One Sheet Of Paper, and co-author with Jack Canfield of Mastering The Art Of Success.


    Host Bio:

    Dr. Irena O’Brien teaches coaches and care professionals how to achieve better results for their clients through neuroscience.

    She is the founder of Neuroscience School, which helps practitioners understand and apply insights from cutting-edge neuroscience research. She loves seeing her students gain confidence in their ability to evaluate neuroscience findings and use them successfully in their own practices. Her Certificate Program in Neuroscience is certified by the International Coaching Federation (ICF) for Continuing Coaching Education credit.

    Dr. O’Brien has studied neuroscience for 25 years and holds a Ph.D. in the field from the Université du Quebec à Montréal (UQAM), where she did brain-imaging studies. She completed her postdoctoral fellowship at the Centre for Language, Mind, and Brain at McGill University.


    Resources mentioned in this episode:

    Mirasee
    Dr. Irena O'Brien’s website: The Neuroscience School
    Laura’s website: SimpleSuccessPlans.com

    Credits:

    Host: Dr. Irena O’Brien
    Producer: Andrew Chapman
    Audio Editor: Marvin del Rosario
    Executive Producer: Danny Iny
    Music Soundscape: Chad Michael Snavely
    Making our hosts sound great: Home Brew Audio

    Music credits:

    Track Title: Sneaker Smeaker
    Artist: Avocado Junkie
    Writer: Sander Kalmeijer
    Publisher: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTION

    Track Title: Coo Coos
    Artist: Dresden, The Flamingo
    Writer: Matthew Wigton
    Publisher: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTION

    Track Title: In This Light
    Artist: Sounds Like Sander
    Writer: Sander Kalmeijer
    Publisher: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTION

    Special effects credits:

    24990513_birds-chirping_by_promission used with permission of the author and under license by AudioJungle/Envato Market.

    To catch the great episodes coming up on Neuroscience of Coaching, please follow us on Mirasee FM's YouTube channel or your favorite podcast player. And if you enjoyed the show, please leave us a comment or a starred review. It’s the best way to help us get these ideas to more people.

    Episode transcript: Boosting Brain-Based Strategies to Achieve Your Goals (Laura Posey) coming soon.
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    32 mins

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