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DIVE IN Goals™: A Powerful Alternative to SMART Goal Setting

Unlike SMART goals, which emphasize structure and measurable success, DIVE IN Goals™ help clients align their goals with their values, motivation, and long-term identity. This framework is designed to increase…

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Measuring the ROI of Coaching: A Pragmatic Approach for Coaches

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…

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Coaching With Trauma Awareness

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…

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Ancient Answers: Socratic Dialogue’s Role in Executive Coaching

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…

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Online or In Person: 3 Steps to Help You Decide ICF Exam Format

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…

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ICF Coaching Education Code of Conduct

The ICF Coaching Education Code of Conduct sets the standard for accredited coach education programs, ensuring ethical, high-quality coach training. Covering ethics, branding, program delivery, intellectual property and complaint handling, it guides programs in alignment with ICF’s mission.

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Coaching Strategies to Navigate and Overcome Climate Anxiety

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…

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Your Complete Guide to the ICF Credentialing Exam: Tips for Success and Certification

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…

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The Art of Unbiased Coaching

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…

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The Psychology Behind Effective Coaching

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…

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