Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify In this episode of The Pulse Experience podcast, host Edward J Beltran welcomes Denise Russo, an accomplished executive coach with a diverse background. Denise shares her journey, highlighting her work with the International Coaching Federation (ICF) and her passion for helping individuals and organizations reach their goals. They discuss the importance of time management, the value of continuous learning, and Denise’s podcast, “What’s on Your Bookshelf.” The conversation explores impactful coaching experiences, the future of coaching, and the role of technology, including AI, in coaching. Denise emphasizes the need for a human touch in coaching while embracing…
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Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify In this episode of The Pulse Experience podcast, host Edward J. Beltran is joined by Chantell Brandt to discuss the topic of when coaching isn’t enough. They delve into the situations where coaching reveals the need for healthcare intervention or therapy. They explore the complexities of dealing with long-held stress and how it can become an ingrained part of one’s life. Chantell shares her experiences and insights as a coach, highlighting the importance of recognizing when to refer clients to healthcare professionals. Chantell shares a case study involving a client who initially sought coaching for work-related stress.…
https://open.spotify.com/episode/6WcbnlbAQWUI19To6WVxxu?si=BrBek3UxRiGfR_nJGcBVDw Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify In this episode of The Pulse Experience Podcast, your host, Edward J. Beltran, is joined by Kari Loken, a Master Facilitator and Certified Pulse Coach. They dive deep into the challenges faced by Kari’s coachee, who has been dealing with a toxic new manager in her department for a year. This conversation highlights the importance of self-awareness and the value of providing feedback even when others may lack awareness. Together, they explore the emotional toll this situation has taken and the steps taken to address it. Kari’s coachee is a Director of Operations at her organization,…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify In this episode of The Pulse Experience Podcast, your host, Edward Beltran, CEO of Fierce and Innovator of Pulse, sits down with Joe Parent, head of learning master facilitator and Pulse certified coach. Joe shares an intriguing story about a coaching experience that delves into job dissatisfaction and the importance of self-awareness in finding solutions. Joe emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and connects with his Coachee’s experiences. The coachee recognizes the need for a shift in his approach and acknowledges his passive role in the situation. The conversation delves into how stress was affecting the coachee, with…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify In this episode of “The Pulse Experience” podcast, host Edward J Beltran welcomes Joe Parent, a master facilitator and certified coach, as a guest. The topic for this episode centers around dealing with challenging situations in the workplace, particularly when assumptions and stories are formed around the actions of others. The conversation is framed as a coaching session, guided by Edward, where Joe shares his experience coaching an individual in a similar scenario. Edward and Joe dive into the complexities of how people often create stories in their minds when their bosses or colleagues say or do…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify In this episode of The Pulse Experience podcast, hosted by Edward J Beltran, Edward is joined by Jaime Navarro, the Executive Vice President of Marketing and Revenue Ops at Fierce. Edward introduces Jaime, who has been an integral part of Fierce for a decade, and highlights her role as an amazing partner in their journey. The episode takes an interesting turn as Jaime Navarro becomes the interviewer and Edward becomes the interviewee. Jaime shares that many clients and customers of Pulse have been curious about its origins and journey. The episode delves into the story of how…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify Host Edward Beltran, CEO of Fierce and Innovator of Pulse, welcomes listeners to another insightful episode of “The Pulse Experience” podcast. This week’s guest is Raymond Strom, a dedicated public safety officer with over two decades of experience in a Northern California department. Raymond’s unique perspective as a public safety officer and his role in training the next generation provide valuable insights into stress management, self-awareness, and dealing with misunderstandings. Raymond shares his journey of discovering effective coping mechanisms and managing stress. He emphasizes the importance of maintaining physical fitness, proper nutrition, and sleep hygiene. The guest…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify In this episode of “The Pulse Experience,” podcast host Edward Beltran sits down with Kari Loken, a master facilitator, learning designer, and certified pulse coach. They delve into Kari’s journey as a coach and her passion for empowering individuals through meaningful conversations. The conversation revolves around the importance of self-awareness, the challenges of traditional coaching, and the impact of Pulse’s unique approach on coaching and personal development. Kari Loken shares her experience of being a coach and addresses the challenge of embracing the coaching title without a traditional certified coach accreditation. She emphasizes how coaching is about…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify In this episode of The Pulse Experience podcast, host Edward J Beltran, CEO of Fierce, engages in a compelling conversation with the renowned master facilitator and certified pulse coach, Chantell Brandt. Returning as a guest on the show, Chantell Brandt delves into her recent coaching experience with a coachee facing a critical crossroads in his career journey. Edward and Chantell discuss the concept of “gradually then suddenly” in facing challenges. Chantell emphasizes the importance of managing one’s journey, even when circumstances shift suddenly. She underlines the need to shift from status-driven identity to embracing authentic growth and…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify This week on The Pulse Experience podcast, host Edward Beltran welcomes Scott Winter, CEO of Brain-Friendly Dynamics, to talk about his background in neuroscience and performance management. Scott shares his passion for helping individuals and teams thrive and discusses his work in building resiliency in communities after natural disasters. Edward and Scott also discuss the importance of struggling effectively and accepting challenges as part of the process. They emphasize the need for self-awareness and state management to cope with stress and make good decisions. Scott shares his experience with using heart rate variability as a tool to…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify In this week’s episode, Edward J Beltran is joined by Kari Loken, a certified Pulse coach and Fierce Master facilitator, to discuss the challenges faced by a Coachee in pharmaceutical sales who’s experiencing burnout despite being a high performer for over a decade. Kari dives into the Coachee’s struggles and provides valuable insights on how to regain motivation and improve performance. Kari provides an overview of the Coachee’s professional background, emphasizing his extensive experience in pharmaceutical sales, where he has been a top performer with strong industry relationships. Kari highlights the power of conversations, both with others…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify In this episode of The Pulse Experience, host Edward J Beltran continues the discussion with guest Chantell Brandt about the challenges faced by individuals transitioning into new jobs. Chantell shares her insights as a coach and explores the experiences of her coachee who recently started a new job. The episode highlights the importance of managing stress during job transitions and the significance of clear communication in establishing role expectations. Edward and Chantell delve into the topic by discussing the common stressors associated with changing jobs. They emphasize the importance of seeking clarity during the interview process and…