Coaching Presence: It's a Lot Like Improv

The stage is set. Presence begins when the lights come up and you stop trying to perform.

Ever watched a masterful improv performance and thought, Wow, they make it look so effortless! The way they roll with unexpected twists, build on each other’s ideas, and turn chaos into comedy—it’s pure magic.

But here’s the secret: It’s not effortless.

Great improv actors train relentlessly. They practice deep listening, emotional agility, and the art of responding in the moment. Presence—real, skillful, transformative presence—takes work.

Coaching is no different.

Being fully present with your client—listening beyond their words, holding space for their breakthroughs, adapting without clinging to a script—is one of the hardest and most valuable skills a coach can develop.

And like improv, it’s not about being perfect—it’s about being fully engaged.

So, step into the scene with me and explore:

• What coaching presence actually means.

• How to cultivate it like an improv pro.

• How to avoid being the coaching equivalent of an actor just waiting for their turn to speak.

Lights up. Let’s go. 🎭

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