Managers/Leaders Using Coaching Skills

International Coaching Federation Announces 2021 Award Winners

Winners of the 2021 ICF Prism, Circle of Distinction and Young Leader awards reflect the best of the global coaching industry. Lexington, Kentucky, USA – The International Coaching Federation (ICF)…

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International Coaching Federation Adopts Revised Organizational Core Values

Updates reflect global membership commitment to ethical practice. Lexington, Kentucky, USA (August 27, 2021) – The International Coaching Federation (ICF) today announced a revised expression of the organization’s core values,…

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ICF Volunteer Engagement Opportunities

ICF takes pride in the work of our volunteers. Volunteers in the ICF ecosystem are the backbone of our organization. We are constantly amazed by the talent and dedication of…

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Advancing the Field of Coaching Through Research

Lexington, Kentucky, USA – On June 1, 2021, in a collaboration that will elevate the field of coaching, the International Coaching Federation (ICF) pledged to give $575,000 USD over five years to McLean Hospital,…

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Coaching for Self-Actualization: Part II

In Coaching for Self-Actualization: Part I, I reviewed how Maslow’s work on the Hierarchy of Needs can be used in coaching and the Maslow Centre’s re-conceptualization of it in the 21st century. Maslow’s Hierarchy of…

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Adopting a New Integrated Approach to Positive Psychology Coaching

It has been more than 20 years since Martin Seligman formally launched Positive Psychology (the science of human flourishing) in 1998 as a way to move away from the perception…

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International Coaching Federation Releases 2021 COVID-19 Snapshot Survey

  Lexington, Kentucky, USA (May 20, 2021) — The International Coaching Federation (ICF) today released its updated “COVID-19 and the Coaching Industry” Study, revealing the coaching industry is recovering well from the impacts…

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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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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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5 Missteps Organizations Make When Trying to Build a Coaching Culture

Building a strong coaching culture in an organization is an excellent way to drive performance against strategic goals, create a point of difference and improve engagement, productivity and retention. However, when endeavoring…

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