Tiffany Hafendorfer

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Staying OPEN: A Coach’s Framework for Working With Bias

As coaches, we take pride in staying present, holding space, and trusting the process. But let’s be real, bias comes with us. It travels quietly alongside our questions, our curiosity,…

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The Foundations of Good Coaching: Clarity, Connection, and Integrity

If you’ve ever wondered what makes coaching different from advice-giving or therapy, the answer lies in this simple truth: in coaching, you, the client, are in the driver’s seat.  …

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Expanding Coaching Possibilities With the Coaching Spectrum Framework™

When I discovered coaching 14 years into my career as an occupational therapist, I immediately saw its potential to transform my work. While supporting clients with conditions ranging from concussion…

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Bringing Cultural Humility Into the Heart of Coaching

As coaches and coach educators, we have seen how powerful coaching can be when it is rooted in presence and curiosity. Over the years, however, we have also come to…

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The Critical Distinction Between Coaching Readiness and Coachability

Have you ever started coaching even though your instincts were signaling that this might not be the best fit?  Do you ever feel as though you are working harder than…

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La Dolce Vita in Coaching

“La dolce vita” in Italian means living a good, fulfilling life. It means enjoying life with presence, zest, and grace. At its heart, this is why many of us became coaches.…

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 How Media Exposure Can Grow Your Practice

You likely spend time scrolling on local news sites, exploring articles and interviews focused on local businesses, which include insights from local experts on a variety of topics. But what…

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Why Transformational Coaching Will Always Be Human

As artificial intelligence (AI) gains power and popularity, many coaches are asking, “What’s next for our profession?” AI and the Future of Coaching Will AI replace us? As an educator…

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The Power of Self-Awareness in Coaching: Becoming the Professional Clients Trust and Transform With

This post comes from Dr. D. Ivan Young, an ICF Business Solutions Partner who offers ICF members discounts or special pricing on goods and services as part of their ICF…

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Coaching as a Catalyst for Organizational Transformation

Imagine being able to report to stakeholders that your team spearheaded 86 successful projects, generating the equivalent of over $577,000 return on investment. Or that your company reduced hiring expenses…

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