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🎙 “You need to admit the truth you don't want to listen to."

In the new episode of Long Life Learning, host Kavitha Bindra explores the value of vulnerability in leadership development with Eriona Gjinukaj, former COO of Dompé, plus:

— how coaching helped her navigate the most significant transition of her career;
— how to create space with a coach to ask difficult questions and develop the confidence to act;
— how coaching helped her define her own leadership style.

Her perspective underscores a central theme of our new Certificate in Professional Coaching program: meaningful growth happens through a strong coach-coachee relationship built on trust, curiosity, and accountability.

🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/eriona-gjinukaj-on-a-coachees-testament-to-the/id1771912422?i=1000771660854

🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7EDfRtfQfSkdIaGqEgxDBT?si=TVeFeXU9RbKxVUbSXwRHLA

Learn more: https://som.yale.edu/podcasts/long-life-learning/eriona-gjinukaj-coachees-testament-value-professional-coaching-9

🎙 “Coaching is great, but your coach is not available at two in the morning when you're feeling anxious about something.”

In the latest episode of the Long Life Learning podcast, host Kavitha Bindra and Breakthrough AI founder Neha Gupta explore the potential of AI-powered coaching to make professional development more accessible, personalized, and scalable, plus:

— how AI is reshaping coaching and leadership development;
— how technology can expand access while preserving the human connection that makes it so impactful;
— and how lifelong learning is evolving and what it means for learners who seek new ways to grow.

Hear the full conversation and share your thoughts in the comments.

🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/neha-gupta-on-ai-powered-coaching/id1771912422?i=1000770552225

🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3MNweAMbIV8rvDJ4QPzNQl?si=wHFWZDzEQYG2W2UxRB0r1Q

Learn more: https://som.yale.edu/podcasts/long-life-learning/neha-gupta-ai-powered-coaching-8

🎙 Machiavellian, transactional ideas of influence may be effective in the short term, but rarely create lasting relationships, according to Yale School of Management ’s Zoe Chance.

In the newest episode of Heidi Brooks’ podcast, "Learning Through Experience," the two researchers invite you to explore the relational, visceral reality of self-influence through coaching, plus:

- why the hardest person to influence is often ourselves;
- why coaching skills are becoming increasingly important for leaders navigating complexity and change;
- the messy work of everyday leadership, like showing up with greater presence, empathy, and intention in our everyday interactions.

🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-everyday-leadership-of-coaching-with-zoe-chance/id1707613546?i=1000762000686
🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6lC6W7hxeyTlXgFZrbuBL9?si=ncEV2I_kSVGct6AkOI3kRg
Learn more: https://som.yale.edu/podcasts/long-life-learning/featuring-heidi-brooks-and-zoe-chance-learning-through-experience-7

🎙 The role of coaching in the medical profession is growing but distinctive from other fields, according to Yale School of Medicine and Yale SOM’s Dr. Howie Forman, MD, MBA, and ICC Certified Coach.

In the latest episode of the Long Life Learning podcast, host Kavitha Bindra and Dr. Forman unpack:

- why coaching can uniquely benefit medical professionals;

- how coaching helped him navigate major career pivots from radiology into health policy, leadership, and teaching;

- the difference between coaching, psychiatry, and psychotherapy;

- why it’s never too late, even after 45, to change your workplace habits.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone passionate about healthcare, leadership, coaching, or career reinvention.

🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/howie-forman-on-coaching-todays-medical-practitioners/id1771912422?i=1000768371496

🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4dCJasteOMDpPzLEJeqFZD?si=23ESMoH7QfizDC_xI1lCPQ

Learn more: https://som.yale.edu/podcasts/long-life-learning/howie-forman-coaching-todays-medical-practitioners-6

🎙 “You don't want a coach who's just a nice person, and all they're doing is to just reflect you and be nice about it.”

In the latest episode of the Long Life Learning podcast, host Kavitha Bindra explores how coaching, wisdom, and curiosity can shape the second half of our careers with MEA Wisdom founder Chip Conley , with powerful insights about:

• Why the workplace needs intergenerational collaboration now more than ever

• How shifting from “knowing” to “learning” unlocks growth and reinvention

• The value of curiosity, humility, and mentorship in navigating career transitions

• How coaching helps leaders turn experience into wisdom

Whether you’re rethinking your next chapter or supporting others in theirs, the thoughtful conversation offers timeless lessons about learning and leadership.

🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chip-conley-on-the-coaching-wisdom-of-the-modern-elder/id1771912422?i=1000767169042

🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1018BD3poARIHDo4PfmtcI?si=cZwuyltrSwOWKaENjODzng

Learn more: https://som.yale.edu/podcasts/long-life-learning/chip-conley-coaching-wisdom-modern-elder-5

🎙️When CEO Allison Holzer began her coaching career in 2003, she had to explain to many people what “executive coaching” actually was.

Now, it’s more accessible —and entrepreneurial. In the new episode of Long Life Learning, host Kavitha Bindra sits down with the master certified coach to explore entrepreneurship for coaches and:

- Why coaches shouldn’t feel invested in clients’ outcomes

- The rise of team and group coaching inside organizations

- Why authenticity and trust matter more than performance

- Practical insights on how leaders can harness emotion, insight, and intention to create meaningful change

🎧 Listen to the full conversation with the link in bio.