Competency 2 is Embodies a Coaching Mindset. The definition for this competency is, “develops and maintains a mindset that is open, curious, flexible, and client …
Coaching Competency 2 Speaks to Diversity
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Coaching Competency 1 Speaks to Diversity
Which competencies specifically address diversity? There are several – consider both the definitions from the competencies and the competency sub points. Competency 1. Demonstrates Ethical …
More Coaching Ethics that Speak to Diversity
Continuing with how Ethics speak to diversity, ICF Code of Ethics number 25 states to avoid discrimination by maintaining fairness and equality in all activities …
Coaching Ethics Speak to Diversity
Consider how specific points from the Code of Ethics speak to diversity. The ICF Code of Ethics number 11 says: “am aware of and actively …
CPC versus PCC
One of the things you may have noticed in recent times is ICF has gone to digital badging. If somebody does have a credential, they …
Demonstrating Credibility as a Coach
While technically, legally, anyone can call themselves a coach (including my dog 😊), like all professions have, coaching is moving toward either self-regulating or governments …
The Significance of Letters
What are we talking about with “the significance of letters”? As a professional, it’s important to have credentials. This means having letters after your name. …
Telling is a Fail – Asking is a Win
Think about parenting a teenager. As much as parents want their children to listen to what they are told, sometimes teens just have to make …
The Impact of a Coach Telling
In the previous blog a scenario used in the coach training class on ethics was provided where the coach gave the client the answer. In …
Telling is NOT Coaching
One of the concepts that comes up in talking about coaching is what is coaching and how coaching works. Telling someone what to do and …