2025 ICF Global Coaching Study Executive Summary

Global growth + optimism = opportunity.

That’s the big headline from the 2025 ICF Global Coaching Study. And the Executive Summary coaching report gives you a high-level look at the trends shaping coaching right now — plus where we’re headed next.

With insights from more than 10,000 coaches worldwide, this is a snapshot of a profession that continues growing and evolving.

Key Findings at a Glance

• A record 122,974 coach practitioners worldwide (up 15% from 2023).
• Industry revenue soared to $5.34 billion USD.
• Most coaches expect higher earnings next year — without raising fees.
• Optimism about the future of coaching is high across every region.

Why It Matters

These findings provide more than numbers. They tell the story of a profession that is resilient, expanding, and making an impact on individuals, organizations, and society. Whether you’re a practitioner, a client, or an industry partner, this snapshot helps you benchmark your work and plan ahead.

Why You’ll Love This Study

No one goes deeper into the state of coaching than ICF. Every few years, we commission PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) — one of the world’s most respected research firms — to uncover how coaches work, earn, and adapt to client needs.

The result? Global coaching industry insights you simply won’t find anywhere else.

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Download the 2025 ICF Global Coaching Study Executive Summary to gain key insights into the current profession and get a glimpse of what’s next for coaching.