Entirely unique in its approach, the Brilliance Academy pulls equally from spirit-based traditions like yoga and qi-gong; and from modern-day empowerment and leadership technologies, as well as meta-physical philosophies to create an exceptionally integrative curriculum that can be easily customized to support whatever coaching endeavors you pursue.
You’ll be trained in a highly effective 12-session curriculum based on the best-selling book, Brilliance, to guide clients through self-inquiry exercises; embodiment practices; meditation techniques; goal-setting, and time management strategies that help them create a comprehensive vision for their life and actualize their brilliance at every level. Using this curriculum alone, you will be all set to start making a living as a coach immediately upon leaving this training if you choose to.
But we don’t stop there. We know the brilliance can come in all different forms, and we want to support you in finding your unique voice as a coach. The curriculum and program materials we will give you are immensely powerful tools, but they are taken to a whole other level of effectiveness when you learn how to make them yours. A certain portion of our training is dedicated to just that. You’ll identify the specific ways in which you will customize the training for your needs and your audience so that you are operating in the most authentic way possible.
Here are just a few of the topics covered in the Brilliance book:
- Manifesting a Vision for Living Brilliantly through Intentional Action
- Developing Your Inner Guidance and Harnessing Your Intuition
- Using Obstacles as Opportunities and Uprooting Self Sabotage
- Aligning with Highest Self and Mastering The Power of Perception
- Finding One’s Authentic Voice and Developing the Courage to Use It
- Relating Authentically to Attract Love, Intimacy, and Meaningful Connection
- Creating Soul-Driven Work and Sustainable Abundance
- Empowered Emotional Healing, Self Esteem, Self Confidence, and Self Compassion
- Learning to Trust: Surrendering, Forgiving, and Letting Go
- Unleashing Your Creativity and Living Passionately
- Setting Boundaries for Healthy Personal and Professional Relationships
- Overcoming Co-dependency and Reclaiming Your Worthiness
- Learning Empowering Conflict Resolution Skills
- Practicing Sustainable Self-Care and Leading a Values-driven Life
- Making Fear Your Ally in Times of Uncertainty
- Handling Transitions with Ease and Grace
- Embracing Your Inner Change Agent and Leveraging Your Brilliance
- Beyond the Pursuit of Happiness: Learning to Truly Thrive in a Changing World
- Working with Your Blind Spots and Making Progress Towards Lasting Change
- Strategic Time Management, Goal Setting, and Creating Daily Rituals for Success
- Choosing Your Legacy and Co-Creating with the Universe
“You walk away from this training with a new sense of inner-knowing and a keen ability to step into life’s challenges with authenticity, a clearer vision, and a beginners mind. The end of this training feels like a new beginning.”
– Carmen, Brilliance Academy Training Graduate
Below is a partial outline of some of The Brilliance Academy Training Curriculum:
Coaching – Setting the Context
- Understanding the Coaching Industry and Where You Fit In
- Coaching – The Practice: What it is and What it is Not
- The Difference Between Coaching, Therapy, Counseling, Consulting, and Mentoring
- The Ethics of Coaching
- The Responsibilities of a Coach
- Qualities of an Empowering Coach
- When Not to Coach
Brilliance Academy’s Core Values, Principles, Methodology, and Facilitation Process
- What is Brilliance?
- Core Principles of Brilliance Coaching Methodology
- Understanding Core Beliefs
- Mastering The Brilliance Facilitation Process
- Transforming Limiting Beliefs
- Orienting a Client to Self-Awareness
- Connecting a Client to Choice
- Supporting Your Client With Deliberate Self-Inquiry and Self-Regulation
- Helping your Client Articulate, Activate, and Sustain their Vision
Becoming a Self-Aware Coach
- Knowing Your Motivations – Understanding Why You Want To Be A Coach
- Understanding The Shadow Side of Coaching
- Transcending Your Implicit Bias as A Coach
- Your Intuition – How to Use It in the Coaching Context
Creating an Inclusive and Welcoming Coaching Environment
- Understanding how System of Oppression and Collective Trauma Impact Self-Empowerment
- Considering a Client’s Social Context as it Relates to Their Empowerment Journey
- Coaching with an Antiracism Lens
- Disability Awareness and Sensitivity Training for the Coaching Space
- How to be a Gender-Affirming Coach and LGBTQ+ Inclusive
- Fat-Positive and Size-Inclusive Business Practices
- How to Avoid Cultural Appropriation in Your Coaching Practices
The Coach/Client Relationship
- Holding Space for Self and Others in the Coaching Context
- Effective Listening in the Client/Coach Container
- Healthy Boundaries in the Coach/Client Relationship
- Preventing Co-Dependency in the Coach/Client Relationship
- Coaching From a Place of Non-Judgment
- Understanding Transference and Countertransference in the Coach/Client Relationship
Communicating With The Client
- Building Rapport With Clients
- Best Practices for Communicating with the Client
- Using the Language of Choice in the Coaching Environment
- Cognitive Distortions in Empowerment Work
- Utilizing Collaborative Coaching
- Mastering the Art of Questioning in the Coaching Space
- Understanding Your Client’s Learning Style
An Embodied Coaching Experience
- Somatic Practices for Body-based Coaching
- Potential Pitfalls of Body-Based Coaching and Best Practice to Keep Clients Safe
- Creating A Trauma-Informed Coaching Practice
- Trauma-Informed Mindfulness Techniques
- Using Meditation in the Coaching Context
Advanced Coaching Techniques
- Effectively Challenging Your Client
- Helping Your Client Identify Obstacles
- Coaching Through Shame and Guilt
- Motivating and Supporting Habit Change
- Time Management and Goal Setting to Promote Sustainable Progress
- Role-playing Communication Strategies with Your Client
- Supporting Clients with Tolerating/Coping Techniques
- Reframing and Perspective Change Techniques and Resiliency Tools
Crafting a Brilliant One-on-One Coach Session
- Best Practices in Preparing for a Private Coach Session
- Structuring a Private One-on-One Coach Session for Optimal Success
- Time Management Techniques for Private Coach Sessions
- Supporting a Client Between Sessions
- Moving Clients Beyond the 12-session Brilliance Academy Curriculum
Brilliant Group Coaching
- Types of Group Coaching
- Best Practices- Group Facilitation Techniques
- Communication Guidelines for Group Coaching
- Troubleshooting in Group Dynamics
- Equity-Informed Group Learning
- Planning Your Group Offering
Developing a Brilliant Coaching Practice
- Overcoming your Limiting Beliefs as a New Coach
- Potential Components of a Coaching Business
- Administrative Details of a Coaching Business
- Tax Considerations of a Coaching Business
- Creating a Vision and Mission for Your Coaching Business
- Discovering Your Ideal Client
- Setting Your Coaching Fees and Navigating Money Conversations with Clients
- Creating your Brilliant Gameplan Launch for Year 1 of Your Coaching Business
- Enrollment Conversations and Workshops, and Marketing Best Practices to Establish and Sustain a Thriving Coach Practice
Brilliant Thought Leadership
- Becoming a Thought Leader in the Coaching Space
- Best Practices in Communication as a Thought Leader
- Leading with Integrity in the Coaching Space
- Using Privilege for Good in the Coaching Space
- The Brilliance Strategy to Unleash Your Leadership Potential
- Committing to Activism and Social Change as a Coach and Business Leader
The main trainer of the program is Amy Lombardo, and there will be several other guest teachers throughout (full details coming soon), and several Brilliance Academy alumni will be assisting in the teaching as well. This training is structured to be a co-creative experience. Trainers and trainees alike all have wisdom and value to bring, and we welcome and encourage each participant to bring theirs to create the best possible learning opportunities for everyone!