Laura Weiss presented workshop during NOBCO symposium
Laura Weiss was invited to present a workshops during the 15th Scientific NOBCO Symposium Coaching and Research on 20 November 2024 in Houten. The NOBCO (Nederlandse orde van beroepscoaches) is the professional organization for coaching in the Netherlands.
Her workshop, titled ‘ Positive Psychology: Inspiration for coaches?’, introduced participants to positive psychology. This is a young field within psychology and investigates how people can live a happy and meaningful life. She explained how scientists define happiness and well-being, and what evidence-based strategies are available to improve well-being. During the workshop she demonstrated strategies that can help people feel autonomous, competent and connected and let participants experience through practice how they can use positive psychology in their own coaching. In two rounds, 220 attended the workshop and actively participated.
As part of the symposium, she was also invited to record a podcast on their topic, where coach Arvid Buit interviewed the speakers. , you can listen to the podcast with Laura Weiss.