By Materese Roche A trained, certified coach who practices ethically, can help empower an individual to effect positive changes in their life. So what defines …
Defining a Good Coach
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Coaching: Bad or Good?
By Materese Roche Coaching, as a 21st century phenomenon, is aimed at everything from improving relationships and achieving corporate goals to personal image and spiritual …
So, What is Coaching?
In the previous blog post, the International Coaching Federation definition of coaching and their table explaining evaluation of coaching, highlights that coaching is different than …
Coaching Insights
The definition of coaching from the International Coaching Federation is: “partnering with clients in a thought-provoking and creative process that inspires them to maximize their …
Case Study aligned the first section of the ICF 11 Core Competencies
In the first blog post of this series the case study was set up; now explore what happens side-by-side with the 11 Core Competencies. Setting …
Coaching
There are a multitude of coaching models and processes. Each has value and benefits. What is essential is that the coach understands the client so …
Do coaching sessions address specific goals only?
Whatever the type of coaching being provided, the question comes up as to whether the coaching sessions cover areas other than the specific purpose for …
Coaching Past Resistance and Moving Forward
In the previous blogs the scenario presented was an employee who initially thought the coach was there to facilitate the loss of their job. By …
Coaching Confidentiality
Bill was hired by a company to coach one of their high potential employees, Devin. The company was interested in developing Devin as a leader …
International Coaching Federation for Coaching and Coaches
The International Coach Federation is a resource and a tool for coaches. As a resource, the International Coaching Federation, ICF, offers continuing education opportunities, research, …