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Over the last few years, there have been significant and notable shifts in the way we communicate. The “digital native” generations – Millennials, Generation Z, and Generation Alpha, born after 1980 – have been shown to prefer instant messaging and video calls over face-to-face or telephone communication. This shift has transformed the way workplaces operate, …read more.

In a world where remote or hybrid workforces, evolving employee needs, and bottom-line pressures intersect, measuring coaching’s impact has never been more crucial.   The following Coaching for Performance ROI evaluation framework, as detailed in the sixth edition of “Coaching for Performance” by Sir John Whitmore and Tiffany Gaskell, provides a practical method for assessing coaching …read more.

After transitioning from my former career practicing emergency medicine, I quickly learned that in my role as a coach, I’d still be supporting people with trauma. However, it wouldn’t be the traumatic physical injuries that typically brought patients to the emergency room. I would not be diagnosing, treating, or providing medical advice. Instead, I would …read more.

We can all enhance our coaching by discovering the time-honored practices of Socratic dialogue. Executive coaching may appear like a 21st-century phenomenon, but it owes a surprising debt to ancient practices. Yes, coaching practices have a lot to thank Socrates for, particularly in the way we ask powerful questions! By getting into the nitty-gritty of …read more.

When signing up to take an exam for an ICF credential, choosing which format is right for you is like deciding how you want to work out. Taking an in-person exam is similar to going to the gym — it’s focused, structured, and tends to have fewer distractions. A fitness center also likely has the …read more.

Burnout has reached unprecedented levels. In the U.S., Europe, and the United Kingdom, about 50% of all workers are on the brink of burnout, and for executives, it’s 70%. Inevitably, this means burnout is finding its way into the coaching space. Few coaching programs I’ve encountered teach about burnout, leaving coaches unprepared to manage their …read more.

Every day, the news highlights the growing impact of climate-related disasters. We hear about catastrophic flooding in Brazil, Kenya, and China. Near-record breaking heat waves in India. Widespread wildfires in Chile. And the Caribbean’s earliest Category 5 hurricane, Hurricane Beryl, in July 2024. Unsurprisingly, many people are feeling anxious about the state of our planet. …read more.

Preparing for the ICF Credentialing Exam can feel overwhelming, but with the right approach and mindset, you can set yourself up for success on exam day. Three-quarters of coaches who take the exam pass on the first try. You can, too! Studying for the exam can be like planning a dream vacation. It takes time …read more.

I was in a peer coaching scenario the other day. After having the first go as the client, when it was my turn to coach, I continually sensed my peer bringing her biases into our conversation. As a peer, I understood where it was coming from, but had I been a client without any coaching …read more.

Have you ever wondered what makes a coaching session truly transformative? Coaching isn’t about giving advice; it’s rooted in psychological principles that guide individuals toward meaningful and lasting change. Coaching in itself can be a truly transformative experience for both the coach and the client. Let’s explore the psychology behind effective coaching, examining how various …read more.