The core skill at the heart of FlipIt is Reframing perspectives.

Reframing a perspective is the ability to help clients shift the way they view a situation, challenge, or belief. It involves looking at the same set of facts through a new lens, uncovering alternative ways to interpret or respond to those facts. Reframing is not about denying reality or forcing positivity but rather exploring a broader range of possibilities that empower the client to take meaningful action.

FlipIt’s  structure encourages clients to identify their current perspective, explore its impact, and uncover new ways of thinking and acting that better align with their goals.

Learning FlipIt as a coach provides you with a practical tool that:

• Integrates seamlessly into your coaching sessions
• Builds your confidence in guiding clients through a coaching processes.
• Expands your coaching toolkit, making you more versatile and innovative.

Using FlipIt in the Labs also develops your ability to shift your own perspectives, for your own personal and professional growth.

1. Unlocks New Possibilities
   When clients feel stuck, it’s often because they are fixated on a particular way of seeing their situation. Reframing opens the door to fresh ideas, helping them move beyond perceived obstacles to explore untapped potential.
2. Empowers Clients
   Shifting perspectives creates a sense of agency. Instead of feeling trapped by external circumstances, clients begin to see how their mindset and approach can influence outcomes, which builds confidence and motivation for them.
3. Strengthens Problem-Solving Skills
   By learning to look at challenges from multiple angles, clients develop greater flexibility in their thinking. This not only helps them resolve their current issues but also equips them with valuable skills for navigating future challenges.
4. Encourages Growth
   Reframing supports personal growth by encouraging clients to question limiting beliefs and assumptions. It helps them step outside their comfort zones and expand their understanding of themselves and their world.

FlipIt Labs are hands-on, interactive sessions where you’ll learn to use the FlipIt tool. In these labs, you will:

• Practice applying the FlipIt process in mock coaching scenarios.
• Receive feedback from trainers and peers to refine your technique.
• Explore creative ways to incorporate FlipIt into your coaching practice.

You’ll also gain confidence as a coach and the ability to use this tool with individuals or groups.

Just like Development Labs, FlipIt Labs are not classes – they are skill-building and experiential practice sessions designed to deepen your coaching abilities. The benefits of attending more than one class are:

1. Mastery Through Practice
Reframing perspectives is not a skill you can learn in theory or in just one session. Each time you attend a FlipIt Lab, you have the opportunity to practice the 4-step FlipIt process with new scenarios, challenges, and coaching dynamics. This repetition builds your confidence and helps you refine your approach to guiding perspective shifts.

2. Learn from Different Coaching Styles
In each Lab, you’ll work with different peers and trainers, which exposes you to diverse coaching styles and client perspectives. This variety helps you learn new techniques and expand your thinking around coaching.

3. Build Intuition, Not Just Knowledge
Coaching is as much an art as it is a skill. By attending multiple Labs, you move beyond understanding the mechanics of FlipIt to developing the intuition and creativity needed to apply it seamlessly in real-life coaching situations.

4. Receive Targeted Feedback
Every Lab offers a unique opportunity to receive feedback on your coaching. The more sessions you attend, the more personalized insights you’ll gain about your strengths and areas for improvement. This cumulative feedback accelerates your growth and ensures you feel fully equipped to use FlipIt with confidence.