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How Essential Is it to Earn an ICF Credential?

July 31, 2023

As the coaching industry continues to grow, many coaches are considering whether obtaining an ICF credential is essential for their practice. While opinions on the matter may vary, it’s becoming increasingly beneficial for coaches to obtain this certification. The International Coaching Federation (ICF) is a reputable organization that offers coaching certifications at different levels, including …read more.

Group Coaching Supervision: Benefits, Challenges, and Strategies

July 25, 2023

Coaching supervision is a reflective process designed to enhance the competence of coaches and to ensure we are fit for purpose. Supervision has three main functions: normative (exploring ethical challenges), developmental (supporting coaches in improving their practice), and supportive (promoting personal well-being). Group coaching supervision, a form of supervision that involves a group of coaches …read more.

Building Initial Trust while Coaching Family Businesses

July 18, 2023

Family businesses contribute to almost 70% of the annual GDP of most developed and developing countries. However, they surprisingly remain an underserved target group for the coaching industry worldwide. Unlike present-day startups, family businesses prioritize legacy and longevity over short-term success. This focus informs their long-term vision and their risk-taking ability. Family businesses also tend …read more.

The Art of Listening in Coaching

July 13, 2023

When we think of great communicators, we usually think of those who speak very well, have an impressive command of the language, and write eloquently. After years of teaching, coaching, and mentoring leaders and coaches, I have discovered that the most effective communicators are the best listeners. Listening is an essential skill and a fundamental …read more.

Trauma-Responsive Coaching: The Advanced Skills Needed to Navigate What’s Next

July 11, 2023

Coaches increasingly find themselves holding space for the emotional toll that unrelenting toxic stress has taken on their clients. Across industries and around the world, professionals are reporting extreme burnout, fear, exhaustion, rage, disengagement, and apathy — both in themselves and those they lead. All of this is compounded by attrition and recruitment challenges, resulting …read more.

Polarity Coaching: An Approach

July 6, 2023

“I’m over it,” your client declares. “Okay… I guess we will get right into it today.” You smile in reply. “What is it you are over?” What is it all of us are over? Polarization. It has crept into our daily lives, exacerbated by the distance of social media. Digital distance allows people to feel …read more.

Coaching Presence is not Just About Being Present

June 26, 2023

Coaching presence is one of the most critical coaching competencies. Being fully present for the client and what arises during the session is key. What comes to mind when you think of coaching presence?  Maybe having a clear mind, being mindful and present in the moment so that you are fully engaged. As any good …read more.

5 Questions to Reflect on After Coaching a Client

June 20, 2023

Fact: Even coaches need to wrap up their thoughts after a coaching session.  Yes, while coaching clients through their concerns is an amazing experience, it’s also important that you are able to get a hold of your thoughts and emotions after each coaching session.  This will allow you to still be your #bestmeever thereafter as …read more.

5 Things to Know About Coaching the Inner Critic

June 12, 2023

As coaches, we know how influential that voice in our heads can be. We see it limiting what our clients believe is possible for them. We experience it draining our own energy. We know that if we could all be free of its destructive messages, life would be much easier, more fun, and more productive. …read more.

7 Reasons for Professional Coaches to Learn Improvisation Skills

June 5, 2023

Many people assume that improvisation is something that some people are just good at and that it’s all about performing and being funny on a stage. The truth is that improvisation concepts and skills can be learned and practiced.  They can also be a game changer in your coaching — and in every other aspect …read more.

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