Lisa Cunningham

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Countdown to ICF Converge 2025: Your Roadmap to the Coaching Event of the Year

Every coaching journey has defining moments — those times when your thinking sharpens, your skills level up, and your purpose comes into focus. ICF Converge 2025 is designed to be…

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How to Ask Your Boss (and Get a Yes) to Attend ICF Converge 2025

Your organization needs you now more than ever — and to meet the moment, you need opportunities to grow. In your role, you’re a key driver of clarity, connection, and…

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Cultivating a Coaching Culture to Support Employee Mental Well-Being

To explore the evolving role of coaching in mental well-being, ICF spoke with Amy Smith, chief well-being officer, Deloitte Services LP, and Ellen Rudofsky, PCC, CPCC, senior manager and leadership…

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What an Equity Assessment Taught Us About Credentialing — and Why It Matters

At the heart of ICF’s credentialing philosophy is a simple but powerful principle: Every qualified candidate deserves a fair and equal opportunity to demonstrate their competence as a coach. This…

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The Benefits of a Coaching Culture

Building an internal coaching culture involves a proactive approach and a dedication to continuous learning. Similar to hospitals’ approach to prioritizing early intervention, personalized treatment, and ongoing support, institutions that…

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How Coaches Can Use AI in Sales — Without Losing the Human Connection

Something has changed in sales. Superhuman skills don’t set people apart anymore — but being authentically human sure does. That’s especially true as artificial intelligence (AI) tools proliferate. The problem…

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How to Choose the Right Coach: Key Skills and Qualifications to Look For

Partnering with a coach is like selecting the right travel companion. Having the right person on the trip creates a more enjoyable experience. Similarly, choosing the right coach to match…

ICF CEO Magdalena Nowicka Mook to Open the Coaching.com Summit 2025

ICF CEO Magdalena Nowicka Mook will kick off the Coaching.com Summit 2025 with a special opening session on June 2 at 10 a.m. (New York). As ICF celebrates 30 years,…

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From Legacy to Leadership: ICF at 30 and Beyond

For decades, coaching has transcended borders, bridging cultures and connecting leaders in ways that transform lives and communities. This global impact has always been at the heart of ICF’s mission,…

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The Coaching Advantage: Building Resilient Cultures in Times of Change

In a world defined by volatility, uncertainty, and rapid transformation, resilience and adaptability are no longer just desirable qualities — they are essential. For HR leaders and executives navigating this…

Lisa Cunningham

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