CIT Teaching & Learning Unit

september 2024

Friday, September 27th, 2024, 13:00 - 13:45

Workshop 1

Being a Better Coach & Mentor: Challenging Imposter Syndrome (IS)

In this 45-minute seminar, we explored how to address Imposter Syndrome (IS) through coaching and Positive Psychology. Focusing on key concepts like the Dunning-Kruger Effect and the neuroscience behind IS, we discussed how IS manifests through behaviours such as People Pleasing, Perfectionism, Paralysis, and Procrastination (the 4 P’s). Participants also explored how to leverage personal strengths to counteract IS and foster success in coaching and mentoring roles.

By the end of this talk, participants have:

• Gained an understanding of the Dunning-Kruger Effect and its impact on IS.
• Discussed the neuroscience of IS and the influence of the 4 P’s.
• Explored how the 4 P’s of IS affect personal and professional life.
• Discussed role diversity, inclusion, and their effect on success and leadership.
• Developed strategies to apply personal strengths to mitigate feelings of IS.

• This workshop forms part of the Being a Better Coach and Mentor series and is eligible for Continued Professional Development credit contributing to a Coach/Mentor/Supervisor EMCC Global Individual Accreditation.

Presented by:

Shelley Crawford, TLU, MTU Cork Campuses

Resources:

• Slide Deck

october 2024

Friday, October 11th, 2024, 13:00 - 13:45

Workshop 2

Being a Better Coach and Mentor: How to help your mentee/coachee gain confidence

In this ¾ hour seminar, we learned key strategies to help your coachee or mentee overcome barriers to confidence. We  explored factors that lead to a loss of confidence and discuss techniques for promoting self-compassion and strength-based growth.

Learning outcomes – by the end of this talk, participants had:

• Explored elements that can lead to a loss of confidence, such as rumination, negative relationships, and socio-cultural factors.
• Identified harmful societal beliefs that may still be holding individuals back.
• Discussed body-mind healing techniques.
• Understood how to manage the tendency to people please.
• Discussed ways to practice self-compassion.
• Identified methods to discover and use personal strengths to build self-confidence.

This workshop forms part of the Being a Better Coach and Mentor series and is eligible for Continued Professional Development credit contributing to a Coach/Mentor/Supervisor EMCC Global Individual Accreditation.

Presented by:

Shelley Crawford, TLU, MTU Cork Campuses

Resources:

• Slide Deck

november 2024

Friday 22nd November, 2024, 13:00-13:45

Workshop 3

Being a Better Coach and Mentor: Developing Leadership Superpowers

In this ¾ hour seminar, participants gained insights into how leaders can recognise and develop their unique superpowers. Shelley explored key traits and strategies that enable leaders to drive connection, foster growth, and inspire their teams.

Learning outcomes – by the end of this talk, participants had:

• Explored empathy and emotional intelligence as catalysts for connection
• Identified the usefulness of their intuition as a decision-making tool
• Discussed how the skill of adaptability can be a powerful change navigator
• Identified how a nurturing instinct can be a crucial talent developer
• Discussed compassion as a leadership superpower
• Explored how natural language skills can support a coaching style of leadership
• Identified ways to turn their top strengths into superpowers.

This workshop forms part of the Being a Better Coach and Mentor series and is eligible for Continued Professional Development credit contributing to a Coach/Mentor/Supervisor EMCC Global Individual Accreditation.

Presented by:

Shelley Crawford, TLU, MTU Cork Campuses

Resources

• Slide Deck

December 2024

Friday 13th December 2024, 13:00-13:45

Workshop 4

Being a Better Coach and Mentor: The Leader as Coach in a Changing World

Catch up on this insightful CPD talk with Shelley, where we explored how leadership styles have evolved to meet the demands of today's rapidly changing global environment. Shelley delved into the role of leaders as coaches, focusing on how leadership approaches have shifted over time. This session highlighted the practical application of various leadership styles, with special attention to Coaching Leadership.

Topics covered:

• Global changes and impact on leadership
• Traditional leadership styles
• Coaching Leadership
• Servant Leadership
• Courageous and Compassionate Leadership
• Leadership IQ: Pragmatist, Steward, Diplomat, Idealist

This workshop forms part of the Being a Better Coach and Mentor series and is eligible for Continued Professional Development credit contributing to a Coach/Mentor/Supervisor EMCC Global Individual Accreditation.

Presented by:

Shelley Crawford, TLU, MTU Cork Campuses

Resources

• Slide Deck

January 2025

Friday, 17th January 2025, 13:00-13:45

Workshop 5

Being a Better Coach and Mentor: Empowering Resilience in Diversity

Empowering resilience for strength and growth is critical in enabling us to overcome challenges, thrive in our personal and professional lives, and contribute meaningfully to our community.

In this ¾ hour seminar, participants looked at how resilience empowers people to lead by example, take calculated risks, and address challenges with poise and determination. We learned about mental and emotional wellbeing, how they are linked and what it takes to rebound stronger after setbacks. We also explored environments that are more equitable, inclusive, and supportive of diverse voices.

This workshop forms part of the Being a Better Coach and Mentor series and is eligible for Continued Professional Development credit contributing to a Coach/Mentor/Supervisor EMCC Global Individual Accreditation.

Presented by:

Shelley Crawford, TLU, MTU Cork Campuses

Resources

• Slide Deck

february 2025

Friday, 28th March 2025, 13:00-13:45

Workshop 6

Being a Better Coach and Mentor: Helping Your Coachees To Build Trust

In this ¾ hour seminar, Shelley looked at a combination of models around Trust-building:

• How trust is built and maintained within any relationship
• The 4 C's of trust-building
• Leadership style impact on trust-building
• Self-trust and how to build it within self
• Managing expectations as part of trust
• How trust-building can integrate with other Coaching & Mentoring/Resilience Models

This workshop forms part of the Being a Better Coach and Mentor series and is eligible for Continued Professional Development credit contributing to a Coach/Mentor/Supervisor EMCC Global Individual Accreditation.

Presented by:

Shelley Crawford, TLU, MTU Cork Campuses

Resources:

• Slide Deck

march 2025

Friday, 7th March 2025, 13:00-13:45

Workshop 5

Being a Better Coach and Mentor: Women’s Mental Health

In this ¾ hour seminar, participants delved into key aspects of mental and emotional health with a focus on gender-specific issues. The session covered:

• Explored how mental and emotional health is affected by physical and social health
• Discussed the impact of family genetics on mental, emotional, and physical health
• Reflected on female-specific health issues like peri-natal health and female cancers
• Understanding the impact of female stressors, role overload, and parental burnout
• Identifying personal stress signatures
• Discussed signs and symptoms of anxiety and depression
• Learned how to manage mental health crises
• Explored how strengths identification can support good mental health

This workshop forms part of the Being a Better Coach and Mentor series and is eligible for Continued Professional Development credit contributing to a Coach/Mentor/Supervisor EMCC Global Individual Accreditation.

Presented by:

Shelley Crawford, TLU, MTU Cork Campuses

Resources: