Coaching and The F Word
Coaching and The F Word is a straight-talking podcast about the moments that shape our lives, careers, confidence, and leadership.
Hosted by two experienced coaches and former accountants — Andrew Weakford, specialising in midlife transformation and John Ferguson, in finance leadership — this podcast explores the real stories behind growth, change, and stepping up. Each episode tackles a different “F word” that shows up in life and work: from First Steps, Failure, Fear, and Feedback to Future, Framing, and beyond.
This isn’t theory. It’s practical, honest conversation grounded in lived experience — what it really takes to move forward when things feel uncertain, uncomfortable, or stuck.
Whether you're a mid-career professional, an aspiring finance leader, or simply someone navigating change, you’ll find insights you can actually use:
· How to build confidence and take action
· How to handle failure and reframe setbacks
· How to give and receive feedback effectively
· How to develop a growth mindset in your career
· How to step into leadership with clarity and intent
Expect real conversations, relatable stories, and coaching insights that help you think differently — and act with purpose.
If you're ready to stop overthinking and start moving forward, this podcast is for you.
Coaching and The F Word
Episode 3 - Fear
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Fear is something we don’t often talk about it in our careers — but it shapes more decisions than we realise.
In this episode of Coaching and the F Word, we explore the quiet, often hidden force behind hesitation, self-doubt, and staying in our comfort zones.
Fear of stepping up. Fear of being visible. Fear of getting it wrong.
This conversation unpacks how fear shows up — not loudly, but subtly — in the moments that matter most. From avoiding opportunities… to holding back in meetings… to questioning whether we’re really ready, because growth doesn’t begin when fear disappears. It begins when you choose to move forward anyway.
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