Roel Schaart, a seasoned Tony Robbins coach and Master Certified Coach (MCC) with the International Coaching Federation (ICF), shares his transformative journey from being an IT professional to becoming a renowned coach. Based in Germany and soon relocating to Cyprus, Roel discusses his experiences with Tony Robbins coaching and his current focus on solution-focused coaching. Throughout the episode, Roel emphasizes the importance of ICF certification and the impact of frameworks like the Wheel of Life and solution-focused coaching in his practice.
Key Learnings:
Chapter Timeline
[00:00] Intro & Roel’s typical clients
[03:00] The LinkedIn photo and Roel’s transformation
[06:00] Journey from IT nerd to internal coach
[08:00] Working with Tony Robbins & the “hell week” mindset
[12:00] What the Navy SEAL Crucible taught him about failure
[17:00] Daily discomfort: cold showers, breathing, and mindset
[22:00] Coaching congruence: appearance, ethics, and example
[29:00] Leaving the Tony world & the shift in values
[33:00] Coaching saturation, certification, and ethical blind spots
[37:00] Continuous development and MCC practice
[40:00] Observing what matters: identity vs. actions
[44:00] Merging styles: Tony’s RPM & ICF markers
[47:00] Final reflections on authenticity and staying coach-like
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