Andy Liles, Coach and Founder, Andy Liles Coaching
- Andy Liles is a coach and a founder of his firm Andy Liles Coaching.
- He has focused on helping young people achieve empowerment and positive well-being, by coaching them to build confidence in who they are and have the resilience to thrive.
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Overview
Explore the enlightening journey of Andy Liles, a dedicated coach and founder of Andy Liles Coaching, as he shares insights into his inspiring work with young people. From his formative experiences at a summer camp for children with learning challenges to his passion for helping youth build confidence and resilience, Andy discusses the pivotal role coaching plays in navigating the complexities of adolescence. Learn about the misconceptions surrounding coaching, the importance of goal-setting and resilience-building, and strategies for supporting mental health in today’s youth. Discover how Andy empowers young individuals to overcome uncertainties, embrace their unique paths, and thrive in a rapidly changing world.
00:35- About Andy Liles
- Andy Liles is a coach and a founder of his firm Andy Liles Coaching.
- He has focused on helping young people achieve empowerment and positive well-being, by coaching them to build confidence in who they are and have the resilience to thrive.
04:04- What are some of the common misconceptions that you have encountered when it comes to coaching young people?
- Many young people are unaware that coaching exists, especially in mainstream schools.
- There’s a common misconception that coaching is primarily associated with sports coaching and skill refinement.
- Some believe coaching is a process driven by the coach, akin to mentoring, rather than a collaborative effort focused on questioning and empowering the individual.
21:29- What advice would you give to young people who are feeling lost or uncertain about the future?
- Seek out someone willing to listen actively and empathetically, without just responding or offering immediate advice.
- High-quality listening is a valuable skill that is becoming rare; finding someone who truly listens can be incredibly beneficial.
- Whether it’s a coach, family member, friend, or teacher, having someone who listens can help unlock answers within oneself and guide toward finding one’s path forward.
23:28- Can you share with us a success story of a young individual, and I don’t want any names, who found his or her path through your coaching?
- Coaching played a pivotal role in empowering a young individual who lacked confidence and was burdened by anxieties.
- Through a collaborative coaching process, the individual developed strategies to overcome anxieties and reframe situations.
- As the coaching journey progressed, the individual gained a sense of agency and control, ultimately achieving a significant reduction in anxieties and a more objective outlook on their future path.
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Learn more about Andy Liles: LinkedIn
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- Andy Liles is a coach and a founder of his firm Andy Liles Coaching.
- He has focused on helping young people achieve empowerment and positive well-being, by coaching them to build confidence in who they are and have the resilience to thrive.
