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Coaching With Confidence in the Age of AI

Discover how to integrate AI in coaching with confidence using the C.H.A.I.R. Framework—without losing the human touch that makes coaching impactful.

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International Coaching Federation Celebrates the Gold Standard of the Profession with 2025 Coaching Impact Awards

– The annual award program honors the people and organizations transforming lives, workplaces, and communities through the power of coaching –  Lexington, Kentucky, USA — The International Coaching Federation (ICF) today announced the…

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‘Always Be Contracting’ Approach

Strengthen your ethical coaching practice by learning how ongoing contracting supports trust, alignment, and integrity throughout every coaching engagement.

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PCC Minimum Skills Requirements

The PCC Minimum Skills Requirements highlight the standards of coaching at the Professional Certified Coach level — where foundational skills evolve into more refined, client-centered practice. Coaches can use this resource to prepare for the PCC performance evaluation or to guide professional development. By outlining both the markers of effective PCC-level coaching and the patterns that may hold you back, it provides clear direction for growth. This document equips you to refine your skills, measure progress, and move confidently toward greater professional impact.

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MCC Minimum Skills Requirements

The MCC Minimum Skills Requirements set the standard for coaching mastery at the Master Certified Coach level. This resource details the advanced skills and presence that define MCC-level practice, while also pointing to subtle missteps that can limit effectiveness. Useful for both MCC performance evaluation preparation and ongoing professional growth, it offers a framework for reflection, refinement, and continued growth. Whether you’re striving for the MCC credential or seeking to elevate your craft, this guide inspires and directs your journey toward true coaching excellence.

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ACC Minimum Skills Requirements

The ACC Minimum Skills Requirements provide a clear picture of what coaching competence looks like at the Associate Certified Coach level. This resource outlines the key skills and behaviors that assessors listen for in performance evaluations while also identifying common pitfalls that can interfere with effective coaching. Beyond assessment, it’s also a valuable tool for performance reviews, helping early-career coaches reflect on their strengths, identify growth areas, and build confidence. Use this guide as both a mirror and a map to guide your next steps.

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Bridging the Gap: Mentor Coaching and Supervision

Discover the difference between mentor coaching and coaching supervision in this lively ICF panel exploring how each supports coach growth, reflection, and ethical practice.

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Coaching as a Catalyst for Social Change at Refugee Jumpstart Coaching

Refugee JumpStart Coaching (RJS), winner of the 2024 ICF Coaching Impact Award for Social Impact, shows how coaching empowers refugees to rebuild with resilience and hope. This case study reveals how RJS helps clients find belonging, unlock opportunities, and create ripple effects that uplift communities worldwide.

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Coaching to Advance Social Purpose at the Fundacion Comunidad y Servicio

Winner of the 2024 ICF Coaching Impact Award for Social Impact, Fundación Comunidad y Servicio connects ICF-credentialed coaches with vulnerable communities across eight countries. Offering free coaching, it empowers individuals, strengthens small businesses, reduces inequalities, and transforms lives—proving coaching can drive meaningful social change worldwide.

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Burnout Awareness: What Coaches Must Know

Discover burnout awareness strategies to help clients prevent and manage burnout while positioning yourself as a trusted coach in this growing field.

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