December 11, 2024
Throughout my career working with various managers, one crucial insight has consistently emerged: The success of coaching programs relies on the involvement and commitment of senior management. When senior leaders are not fully invested in coaching, the program’s implementation and impact can face significant challenges. This article explores the importance of senior manager engagement, the …read more.
December 9, 2024
More than seven years ago, I put up my coach profile on social media with a nice logo made by a friend and a catchy bio I developed through a social media marketing class. I expected clients to come rushing in, messaging me for my services. I was wrong. It takes more than just setting …read more.
December 1, 2024
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.
November 25, 2024
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.
November 21, 2024
Anxiety, depression, imposter syndrome, and feelings of overwhelm are common issues affecting millions of people around the world as part of the global mental health crisis. This crisis has touched almost every aspect of our lives, and the coaching profession is no exception. According to the recently released 2024 ICF Coaching Snapshot: Coaching and Mental …read more.
November 19, 2024
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.
November 13, 2024
– Emerging AI Tools Will Make Coaching More Accessible Than Ever – Lexington, Kentucky — The International Coaching Federation (ICF) released today its Artificial Intelligence (AI) Coaching Framework and Standards, which outline the growing presence of AI in the coaching profession, its role in enhancing coaching’s accessibility, and guidelines to ensure best practices for the …read more.
November 12, 2024
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.
November 5, 2024
As a coach, your mission is to help businesses and individuals reach their potential and surpass their goals. However, coaches often find that they do more for others than for themselves. It’s important to remember that your success not only helps others thrive but also serves as a testament to the strength of your coaching. …read more.
November 1, 2024
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.
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