Harnessing the Power of Adult Development Theory in Coaching

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169: Harnessing the Power of Adult Development Theory in Coaching

In this Episode

Jennifer Garvey Berger, a leadership program designer and coach, joins our host, Felicity Dwyer, to delve into the concept of adult development theory. They discuss how it aids in understanding the evolution of adults’ perspectives, and its role in leadership development. Jennifer explains why this theory is a game-changer in how we see ourselves, our clients, and the world – helping us to challenge our assumptions and take different perspectives. She highlights the need for coaches' own self-awareness and the necessity of intentional evolution to cope with the demands of modern life. A fascinating and invaluable conversation.

You Will Learn

What adult development theory is and why it is significant in coaching
The interconnectedness of body, emotions and cognition in personal development and leadership
The role of empathy

Guest Bios

Jennifer is a co-founder and CEO of Cultivating Leadership. She has a master’s and a doctorate from Harvard University. Formerly an associate professor at George Mason University, Jennifer believes that leadership is one of the most vital renewable resources in the world. In this topsy-turvy time, when uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity are raging, we need a new form of leadership for a new era. To that end, Jennifer designs and teaches leadership programs, coaches senior leaders and their teams, and supports new ways of thinking about strategy and people. In her four highly acclaimed books, Unleash Your Complexity Genius (co-authored with Carolyn Coughlin), Unlocking Leadership Mindtraps, Simple Habits for Complex Times (co-authored with Keith Johnston), and Changing on the Job, Jennifer builds on deep theoretical knowledge to offer practical ways to make leaders’ organizations more successful, their work more meaningful, and their lives more gratifying.

Jennifer learned about deep change more than a decade ago when she turned down the tenure offer and moved to a small seaside village in New Zealand with her husband, two kids, and the family dog. While she still considers herself a Kiwi by choice, you can find her in the French countryside, where she has bought a house with 11 friends who live in community and try to keep the dog from terrifying the cats.