External Coaches

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A Powerful ICF Core Competency: Embodies a Coaching Mindset

The coaching profession is growing globally and rapidly to meet the evolving needs of our world. As more people make coaching their full-time career, investing in yourself as a coach is even more important now.  To support coaches on their journeys, the International Coaching Federation…

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4 Strategies to Develop a Brand Voice that Resonates

As a professional coach, your brand represents what I like to refer to as your “Who” and your “Do”—the best of your innate brilliance coupled with your expertise in the coaching niche or areas you focus on. When those two aspects of…

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How to Prepare for On-Camera Opportunities

With online video on the rise and television news still in high demand, there have never been more opportunities to tell the coaching story on camera. Video is a compelling…

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How to Effectively Coach in a Language Different From Your Mother Tongue

Despite the havoc wrought by COVID-19 on the global landscape, people continue to move to new countries for a variety of purposes. According to the International Organization for Migration, in 2019, there were 272 million international migrants out of a global population…

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International Coaching Federation Announces Dates for 2021 International Coaching Week

  Lexington, KY, USA — The International Coaching Federation (ICF) has announced that International Coaching Week (ICW) will take place May 17-23, 2021. Join thousands of professional coaches and their…

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How Mindfulness Can Improve Your Wellbeing in Challenging Times

During these unprecedented times, you can be forgiven for feeling anxious and overwhelmed. In such circumstances it’s very difficult to be fully present for yourself, let alone with your clients. But with…

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The Do’s and Don’ts of Social Media for Coaches

Twenty years ago, having your own website was enough to “be online.”   But the rules have changed. Today, if you aren’t on social media, you’re not visible enough.    And understanding social…

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How to Use TikTok to Promote the Power of Coaching

With two billion downloads globally, TikTok is currently the number one downloaded app across all compatible devices. With the dramatic increase in working from home these days, more people are spending time on this app looking for engaging content and ways to connect with others.   TikTok’s user–friendly…

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How Behavioral Patterns can be Exaggerated Under Stress

My friends and family would tell you I’m typically a very calm, laid-back person. That is, until I’m triggered and experiencing emotions of uncertainty, anxiety or panic. Then my behavioral style looks more…

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Coaching for Social Impact Pilot Project Launches

ICF Foundation and Many Hopes organizations embark on a social impact partnership. Lexington KY, USA —The International Coaching Federation (ICF) Foundation launched a social impact partnership in collaboration with Many Hopes,…

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