Professional Coaches

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Step into the New Year with Intention

Choose a single word that represents your vision for 2026. This word can serve as a theme for the year, reminding you of what matters most. It can also be a powerful tool to use with clients, helping them clarify priorities and set boundaries around what to do more of and what to set aside.

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Silent Supervision: The Mystery of the Unspoken 

As we serve in the role of a thought partner or facilitator, in what way can the silence support supervision? Can the silence also result in unintended consequences? While we can agree that supervision is a reflective space, we can also agree on the myriad circumstances within that reflection. Join Reginald Jackson in exploring the silent spaces between the supervision conversation and what can emerge not only IN the silence but BECAUSE of the silence. This session is meant to be engaging and interactive, sourcing the knowledge and experience of the collective. Be prepared for a rich discussion.

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Radical Listening For Coaches

As a group, professional coaches tend to be good listeners. Listening is so central to what we do, in fact, that it is one of our core competencies. This does not mean, however, that we can improve! In this interactive session, Dr. Robert Biswas-Diener invites you to reexamine listening from new angles. We will build on traditional notions of “active listening” to better understand the role of authenticity, assertiveness, and motivation in the listening process. You will leave this session with new attitudes toward listening, more targeted language to describe it, and experiments to try in your own coaching practice.

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What if Mindset Isn’t Step One?

What if Mindset Isn’t Step One? We often say coaching is about shifting perspective. That insight changes everything. And a lot of the time, it does. But then there are…

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ICF Core Competencies: The Next Evolution

September 8, 2025 — The world doesn’t stand still, and neither should the coaching profession. The ICF Core Competencies aren’t just standards; they’re the foundation that elevates coaching everywhere. These…

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ICF Core Competencies Comparison

Quickly see what’s new in the 2025 ICF Core Competencies with this side-by-side comparison to the 2019 version. The chart highlights added sub-competencies, refined definitions, and key updates, providing a quick way to review the changes — ideal for coaches seeking a concise reference.

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2019 ICF Core Competencies

The ICF Core Competencies provide a modern framework for ethical, effective coaching. Key areas include mindset, communication, and growth, offering valuable guidance for coaches seeking professional development and alignment with industry standards.

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The Power of First Impressions in Coaching

As a leadership coach, I am continuously reminded of the critical role first impressions play in coaching engagements. In today’s fast-paced professional landscape, leaders often make swift, instinctive decisions about…

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The Science of Change

Explore Intentional Change Theory with Richard Boyatzis and gain science-backed strategies to inspire sustainable transformation in coaching, leadership, and organizational development.

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Team Coaching Beyond Frameworks: Creating Space for Teams to Grow

The Call to Something More Many coaches reach a tipping point. They’ve spent years working one-to-one, helping leaders navigate complexity, make decisions, and grow into the best of themselves. It’s…

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